Dr. Jeffrey Edwards

Associate Professor

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Biography

Dr. Jeffrey Edwards is an Associate Professor of Pediatrics at Columbia University Medical Center and a physician-investigator in Pediatric Critical Care Medicine. With a substantial focus on children with complex chronic conditions, his research aims to improve pediatric intensive care unit (ICU) outcomes and patient-centered care. Dr. Edwards's clinical interests include the impacts of critical illness on children and the need for ethics in palliative care. He holds a Master's degree in theology with a concentration in bioethics, which he pursued before entering medical school. Throughout his training, he developed a volunteer project to offer home respite care for families of medically complex children and gained significant experience as a senior pediatric resident and a fellow in pediatric critical care. His academic contributions include numerous publications on outcomes for children requiring chronic ventilation and tracheostomy. In 2018, Dr. Edwards became the Medical Director of the 9 Central Pediatric ICU at Morgan Stanley Children’s Hospital, dedicated to enhancing the care of critically ill pediatric patients with intricate medical needs.

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
  • Transcripts
  • Statement of Academic Purpose
  • Personal Statement
  • Three letters of recommendation
  • CV or Resume
  • Application fee
Specialization Notes

Department of Anthropology (GSAS)