Dr. Branka Agic

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Branka Agic is an Assistant Professor in the Clinical Public Health Division at the Dalla Lana School of Public Health, University of Toronto. Her research focuses on innovative knowledge translation methods, health equity, and the social determinants of health. She specializes in mental health and substance use issues among diverse populations, particularly immigrants and refugees. Agic holds a PhD in Health Behavioral Sciences from the University of Toronto, alongside a Master of Health Science degree in Health Promotion. Her clinical background includes a Doctor of Medicine degree from the University of Sarajevo, Bosnia & Herzegovina. As an independent scientist at the Centre for Addiction and Mental Health (CAMH), Branka collaborates on various projects, including studies related to mental health care delivery and the impact of COVID-19 on vulnerable populations. She has authored numerous publications addressing community-based services, mental health needs, and the integration of health equity in educational programs.

Research Interests

Experience

Independent Scientist

2020-01-01 — Present

Centre for Addiction and Mental Health • Toronto, Ontario, Canada

Conducts research focused on mental health and substance use, with emphasis on health equity and diverse populations.

Assistant Professor

2020-01-01 — Present

Dalla Lana School of Public Health, University of Toronto • Toronto, Ontario, Canada

Teaches and mentors students in public health, with a focus on mental health issues.

Awards

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Fred Fallis Award Online Learning

2020-01-01
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Ivan Silver Innovation Award

2019-01-01
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Innovation Teaching Workman Arts Award

2017-01-01
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Fred Fallis Award Online Learning

2014-01-01

Requirements for University of Toronto

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.3
IELTS
Listening
Required:6.5
Reading
Required:6.5
Writing
Required:6.5
Speaking
Required:6.5
Overall
Required:7
TOEFL
Listening
Required:22
Reading
Required:22
Writing
Required:22
Speaking
Required:22
Total
Required:93
Prerequisites
Appropriate four-year bachelor's degree Background in sociological theory and statistics preferred
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Specialization Notes

Department of Sociology