Safe and informed population health management through laboratory medicine: The NBA Bubble’s quest to restart a global sports league and regain normalcy during the COVID-19 pandemic

Dr. Christina Mack is an epidemiologist and Chief Scientific Officer at IQVIA Real World Solutions. Dr. Mack has extensive expertise using computer science engineering and epidemiology to utilize data for improving patient outcomes and population health. During the COVID-19 pandemic, Dr. Mack led a number of public health initiatives, beginning with the innovative National Basketball Association COVID-19 Bubble which provided a foundation for broad public health efforts.

Christina Mack reported no relevant financial disclosures.

David Weiss is Senior Vice President of Player Matters for the NBA, serving as a key leader in player health and safety matters. During the COVID-19 pandemic in 2020, David, along with his team, strategically designed, innovated and implemented the NBA COVID-19 Bubble.

David Weiss reported no relevant financial disclosures.