Dr. Corinna Sorenson

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Corinna Sorenson is an Assistant Professor at the Sanford School of Public Policy, Duke University, where she is also a core faculty member at the Duke-Margolis Institute for Health Policy. She specializes in population health sciences, focusing on value assessment in healthcare, comparative effectiveness research, and the evaluation of health policies. Her work examines the economic, methodological, political, and institutional factors that either facilitate or hinder the adoption of innovative health services and treatments. Dr. Sorenson is committed to developing strategies that enhance value-based healthcare, particularly concerning new and existing treatments. Furthermore, she has a strong background in health policy management and education, serving as the Faculty Director of Graduate Education Initiatives at the Margolis Scholars Health Policy Management Program. Her prior experience includes significant roles in both the private and public sectors, advising on the development of health technology assessment systems in various countries. Dr. Sorenson's publications address critical issues in health technology and policy, emphasizing the need for effective assessment and regulation of medical devices and treatments. She is engaged in various research initiatives aimed at improving health equity and healthcare delivery.

Research Interests

Experience

Assistant Professor

2015-09-01 — Present

Sanford School of Public Policy, Duke University • Durham, NC

Teaching and conducting research related to health policy, population health, and medical technology assessments.

Requirements for Duke University

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.2
TOEFL
Listening
Required:22
Reading
Required:22
Writing
Required:24
Speaking
Required:26
Total
Required:90
IELTS
Overall
Required:7
Prerequisites
Multivariable Calculus Introduction to Physics (mechanics) Introduction to Chemistry
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Specialization Notes

Department of Biomedical Engineering (MS program)