Dr. John Parkhurst

Associate Professor

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Biography

John T Parkhurst, PhD, is an Associate Professor in the Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences at the Feinberg School of Medicine, Northwestern University. He completed his PhD at the University of Tennessee in 2013 and subsequently underwent postgraduate training as a Postdoctoral Fellow at Boys Town Center in Behavioral Medicine/Health Psychology in 2014. Dr. Parkhurst has affiliations with Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital and is actively involved in Integrated Primary Care within the APA Division 54. His research interests delve into the intersections of behavioral cognitive therapies, contextual behavioral sciences, and various aspects of child psychology. A member of several professional societies, including the Association for Behavioral and Cognitive Therapies and the American Psychological Association, he is committed to advancing scientific knowledge in pediatric behavioral health. Dr. Parkhurst's work aims to enhance patient care through collaborations with pharmaceutical, device, and biotechnology companies, ensuring rigorous clinical research integrity and fostering effective therapeutic innovations.

Research Interests

Experience

Associate Professor

2014-01-01 — Present

Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine • Chicago, IL

Teaching and conducting research in psychiatry and behavioral sciences.

Requirements for Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
TOEFL
Total
Required:90
IELTS
Overall
Required:7
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Science, or Mathematics Calculus (single and multi-variable) Linear Algebra Differential Equations Statistics (Linear Regression, Hypothesis Testing) Vector Calculus
Application Checklist
  • Online application
  • Unofficial transcripts
  • Three letters of recommendation
  • Resume or CV
  • Academic Statement
  • Personal Statement
  • Application fee
Specialization Notes

Administered by The Graduate School; focuses on Biomechanics, Imaging, Biomaterials, and Regenerative Medicine.