Dr. Guohua Li

Professor

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Biography

Guohua Li, MD, DrPH, is the Mieczyslaw Finster Professor of Epidemiology at Columbia University's Mailman School of Public Health and the founding director of the Center for Injury Epidemiology and Prevention. Dr. Li's research specializes in population-based, injury-related, policy-oriented studies that utilize innovative epidemiological designs and advanced statistical methodologies. He has an extensive publication record focusing on the roles of alcohol and drugs in injury causation and trauma outcomes. Currently, his projects address the understanding and control of the drug overdose epidemic and the dynamics of injury risk across the aging process. He teaches Clinical Epidemiology and leads a clinical research program in perioperative and critical care within the Department of Anesthesiology. His research interests include developing practical tools for measuring safety and quality in anesthesia care, identifying risk factors for major postoperative complications, and evaluating the long-term effects of trauma and critical illnesses on cognitive functions and health outcomes.

Research Interests

Requirements for Columbia University

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
TOEFL
Total
Required:100
IELTS
Overall
Required:7.5
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree or international equivalent
Application Checklist
  • Online application
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  • Statement of Academic Purpose
  • Personal Statement
  • Three letters of recommendation
  • CV or Resume
  • Application fee
Specialization Notes

Department of Anthropology (GSAS)