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Dana Suskind, MD, is a Professor of Surgery at the University of Chicago and Co-Director of the TMW Center for Early Learning + Public Health. Her research focuses on foundational brain development with the overarching aim of influencing parents and caregivers to reduce the achievement gap and prevent early cognitive disparities. Dr. Suskind's work includes the development of the Scale for Parent/Providers’ Expectations Knowledge (SPEAK), which is designed to enhance parental knowledge and influence behavior change interventions. She has contributed to 35 peer-reviewed journals and has made over 150 national and international speaking engagements. Dana is also the author of the book 'Thirty Million Words: Building a Child’s Brain,' which has gained recognition in various media outlets including The New York Times and National Public Radio. She has received numerous awards for her contributions to medicine and the community, including the Illinois CHOICES Parents Honoree and the Gray Humanitarian Award. Dr. Suskind is dedicated to advancing the understanding of child development and the importance of early language exposure.
Department of Philosophy