> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://ismms-gs.gitbook.io/graduate-student-handbook/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://ismms-gs.gitbook.io/graduate-student-handbook/chapter-10/graduate-education-in-public-health/master-of-science-in-epidemiology/advising.md).

# Advising

Students should meet regularly with the Director of the MS in Epidemiology Program regarding academic advising, career planning, and professional pursuits. 

[Francheska Merced-Nieves, PhD](https://profiles.mountsinai.org/francheska-marie-merced-nieves) \
Assistant Professor, Department of Environmental Medicine \
Email: <francheska.merced-nieves@mssm.edu><br>