Dr. Frederick Zimmerman

Professor

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Biography

Frederick J. Zimmerman is an economist whose work focuses on the intersection of economics, health, and social policy. He explores various determinants of health, particularly the influence of economic structures such as poverty, inequality, and housing markets on population health. His research delves into topics like health equity measurement, housing affordability's impact on health, transportation health dynamics, and the opportunity costs associated with medical spending. As a researcher at the UCLA Center for Health Advancement, Zimmerman's current projects involve developing systematic measures to track health equity over time across different jurisdictions. His work has emphasized the impact of multi-sector interventions on community factors like graduation rates and crime. Zimmerman's research has been featured in prominent media outlets including NPR and BBC, underscoring its social significance. He teaches courses such as Advanced Statistical Research Methods and Determinants of Health, contributing to shaping the academic discourse in health policy management.

Research Interests

Experience

Professor

— Present

UCLA • Los Angeles, CA

Teaching and researching in the field of health policy management, with a focus on health equity and economics.

Courses

Advanced Statistical Research Methods Determinants of Health Public Health Ethics

Requirements for University of California Los Angeles

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
GRE General
Verbal
Required:160
Quantitative
Required:160
Analytical Writing
Required:5
Overall
Required:5
TOEFL
Total
Required:87
IELTS
Overall
Required:7
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree Strong background in Economics and Mathematics
Application Checklist
  • Online application
  • Statement of Purpose
  • Transcripts
  • 3 Letters of Recommendation
  • GRE General Test scores
Specialization Notes

Department of Economics admits primarily for the PhD program.