Professor Dr. Jo Boufford

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Biography

Jo Ivey Boufford is a clinical professor at the NYU School of Global Public Health and Director of the Doctor of Public Health Program. She has a Bachelor’s degree in Psychology (Magna Cum Laude) and an MD with distinction, both from the University of Michigan. Boufford has received several honorary doctorates, including from the University of Toledo and Pace University, reflecting her significant contributions to the fields of public health and health policy. Boufford's work spanned many areas including global health, health disparities, and urban health, influencing policy and practice in numerous settings. She has been recognized as one of the Top 100 Influential Women by Crain's New York Business and has been a Robert Wood Johnson Health Policy Fellow. Her research interests include aging, health promotion, and international health management. Boufford has published extensively on topics such as urban health research and the health impacts of pollution, contributing to influential journals and public health discussions.

Research Interests

Global Health Health Disparities Health Promotion International Health Public Health Management Public Health Policy Public Health Systems

Experience

Director

2010-01-01 — Present

Doctor of Public Health Program • New York University, New York, NY

Leads the program focusing on public health education and research.

Clinical Professor

2010-01-01 — Present

NYU School of Global Public Health • New York University, New York, NY

Teaches and conducts research in global public health.

Awards

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Honorary Doctorate of Science

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Top 100 Influential Women

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Honorary Doctorate of Science

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Honorary Doctorate of Science

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Honorary Doctorate of Science

Requirements for New York University

Doctorate Program

Requirements

Prerequisites

Bachelor's degree from accredited institution Strong background in biological, chemical, physical, or mathematical sciences

Application Checklist

  • Online application
  • Personal statement
  • Three letters of recommendation
  • CV/Resume
  • Unofficial transcripts

Specialization Notes

Open Program in Biomedical Sciences (Vilcek Institute) covers departments like Biochemistry, Pathology, Neuroscience, Microbiology, etc.