MarkAlain Déry, DO, MPH, FACOI

Dr. MarkAlain Dery is a distinguished infectious disease physician, global health advocate, and leader in HIV prevention and care, dedicated to advancing equitable healthcare access for underserved communities. With a remarkable career encompassing international disaster relief and public health innovation, he has provided frontline medical support and training during crises such as the conflict in Ukraine, the Ebola outbreak in West Africa, the earthquake in Haiti, and the COVID-19 pandemic. A passionate communicator, Dr. Dery founded 102.3FM WHIV, a human rights-focused radio station in New Orleans, and hosts the NoiseFilter podcast, utilizing media to combat misinformation and deliver accessible health education. Through his leadership in HIV care and his commitment to addressing global health disparities, Dr. Dery continues to inspire change at the intersection of medicine, advocacy, and communication.

Articles by MarkAlain Déry, DO, MPH, FACOI

MarkAlain Déry, DO, MPH, FACOIInfectious Disease | May 16, 2025
Why vaccine hesitancy is rising—and what we can do to counter it with facts, trust, and access.
MarkAlain Déry, DO, MPH, FACOINeurodivergent | May 8, 2025
1 in 31 U.S. kids are diagnosed with autism—what’s behind the rise? Noise Filter breaks it down, myths and all.
MarkAlain Déry, DO, MPH, FACOIInfectious Disease | May 5, 2025
The NoiseFilter team expresses deep concern over policy changes to vaccine strategy following RFK Jr's appointment.
MarkAlain Déry, DO, MPH, FACOIInfectious Disease | April 30, 2025
The group delves into a discussion on how measles is not only a national concern but also an international danger.
MarkAlain Déry, DO, MPH, FACOIInfectious Disease | April 24, 2025
MarkAlain Dery, DO, breaks down the pathogenesis of measles, how it presents, why it is so misunderstood, and much more.
MarkAlain Déry, DO, MPH, FACOIHurricanes & Health Care | November 14, 2024
Dr. MarkAlain Déry opines on micro and macro level systemic changes that are needed to improve health care amid hurricanes.
MarkAlain Déry, DO, MPH, FACOIHurricanes & Health Care | November 14, 2024
Hurricanes Helene and Milton had a deleterious impact on medical dispensing. Dr. Dery details the impact of these shortages.
MarkAlain Déry, DO, MPH, FACOIHurricanes & Health Care | November 14, 2024
Dr. Déry talks about how health disparities are amplified during hurricanes, and which communities are most impacted.
MarkAlain Déry, DO, MPH, FACOIHurricanes & Health Care | November 14, 2024
Dr. Déry details, with the use of specific examples, how hurricanes negatively impact the mental health of HCPs.
MarkAlain Déry, DO, MPH, FACOIHurricanes & Health Care | November 14, 2024
Dr. Déry provides a comprehensive overview of mass casualty protocols and how they are implemented during hurricanes.
MarkAlain Déry, DO, MPH, FACOIHurricanes & Health Care | November 14, 2024
Dr. MarkAlain Déry details the dangers associated with power failures at health care facilities, and how they are managed.
MarkAlain Déry, DO, MPH, FACOIHurricanes & Health Care | November 14, 2024
In the 20 years post-Hurricane Katrina, many natural disaster protocols have changed in an effort to improve preparedness.
MarkAlain Déry, DO, MPH, FACOIHurricanes & Health Care | November 14, 2024
There are a plethora of obstacles, especially regarding infrastructure, that health care facilities face during hurricanes.