Dr. Judy Chertok

Associate Professor

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Biography

Dr. Judy S. Chertok is an Associate Professor of Clinical Family Medicine at Penn Medicine, where she also serves as the Director of the Addiction Medicine Fellowship and oversees the Family Medicine Program. Board certified in Family Medicine and Addiction Medicine, her clinical focus includes a comprehensive approach to patient care that integrates preventive medicine and addiction support for diverse populations, including LGBTQ+ individuals and those affected by trauma and substance use disorders. Dr. Chertok is dedicated to fostering a safe and inclusive environment for patients of all racial and ethnic backgrounds, genders, and sexual orientations. She is actively involved in community outreach initiatives, particularly in overdose prevention, and collaborates with organizations like Prevention Point Philadelphia. Dr. Chertok is passionate about medical education, mentoring medical students, and residents, contributing significantly to the training of the next generation of healthcare providers. She practices with an emphasis on patient-centered care, addressing a wide range of health concerns from prenatal to geriatric care.

Research Interests

Experience

Director, Addiction Medicine Fellowship

— Present

Penn Medicine • Philadelphia, PA

Overseeing the fellowship program in Addiction Medicine and integrating services within Family Medicine.

Associate Professor, Clinical Family Medicine

— Present

Penn Medicine • Philadelphia, PA

Teaching and training medical students and residents in family medicine, focusing on addiction and preventive care.

Requirements for University of Pennsylvania

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.6
GRE General
Verbal
Required:162
Quantitative
Required:162
Overall
Required:162
GMAT
Total Score
Required:728
Overall
Required:728
TOEFL
Total
Required:115
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree or equivalent Strong quantitative background
Application Checklist
  • Academic Transcripts
  • Letters of Recommendation (2-3)
  • Resume/CV
  • Statement of Purpose
  • Essays
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