Dr. John Sexton

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Bryan Sexton is a Medical Associate Professor in the Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences at Duke University. He leads the Duke Center for Advancement in Well-being Science, focusing on research, training, and coaching to improve quality of life and well-being in healthcare. As a psychologist and psychometrician, he specializes in developing methods to assess and enhance safety culture, teamwork, and leadership, with a particular emphasis on workforce well-being. Currently, he is disseminating findings from a successful NIH R01 grant that utilized randomized controlled trials to demonstrate sustained improvements in healthcare worker well-being. A dedicated father of four, Bryan enjoys running, woodworking, and listening to books on Audible, especially when they provide insightful explanations of complex subjects.

Research Interests

Experience

Medical Associate Professor

— Present

Duke University • Durham, NC

Leads research and training initiatives focused on improving well-being among healthcare professionals.

Requirements for Duke University

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.2
TOEFL
Listening
Required:22
Reading
Required:22
Writing
Required:24
Speaking
Required:26
Total
Required:90
IELTS
Overall
Required:7
Prerequisites
Multivariable Calculus Introduction to Physics (mechanics) Introduction to Chemistry
Application Checklist
  • Transcripts
  • Statement of Purpose
  • Three Letters of Recommendation
  • Resume/CV
  • Application Fee ($95)
  • Video Introduction
Specialization Notes

Department of Biomedical Engineering (MS program)