The truism “A program is as good as its people” best describes the Department of Public Health and Community Medicine Department. The faculty are enthusiastic, practicing professionals who are experts in, and often ahead of, the latest discoveries in their fields. They are committed to applying their skills and knowledge to current public health problems and the complex social and economic issues involved in managed care. The faculty involve students in that work and also encourage them to explore their own investigations.

The faculty explore a broad range and depth of research topics, including emerging infectious, bioterrorism and emerging disease preparedness, cutting-edge statistical analysis, pain as it relates to end-of-life care, law in public health, among many others. Review the Current Research site to get the most updated information on faculty research.