Dr. Julia Aquino

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Julia F. Aquino, MD, is a Clinical Associate Professor at Boston University Chobanian & Avedisian School of Medicine. She has an extensive background in the field of pediatrics, having earned her medical degree from the University of Virginia School of Medicine and her undergraduate degree from Harvard University. Dr. Aquino currently serves as the Director of Medical Student Education and Pediatric Clerkship Director, demonstrating her commitment to medical education. She has held significant roles at Boston Medical Center and has worked with prestigious institutions such as Tufts Medical Center and Boston Children’s Hospital. Dr. Aquino is an accomplished educator, recognized with numerous teaching awards, including the Distinguished Educator Award from the Pediatric Residency Program. Her research interests focus on curriculum development and evaluation, especially in physician-patient communication and assessment within undergraduate medical education. An active member of the Academic Pediatric Association, she has also contributed to the development of educational curricula and mentored many students and residents throughout her career in a variety of capacities.

Research Interests

Experience

Clinical Associate Professor

2023-04-01 — Present

Boston University Chobanian & Avedisian School of Medicine • Boston, MA

Responsible for medical student education and directs the pediatric clerkship.

Pediatric Clerkship Director

2023-04-01 — Present

Boston University Chobanian & Avedisian School of Medicine • Boston, MA

Leads and organizes the pediatric clerkship for medical students.

Associate Program Director

— Present

Pediatric Residency Program • Boston, MA

Involved in coordinating and assessing the residency program for pediatric residents.

Awards

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Distinguished Clinical Teaching Award for Medical Students

2024-01-01
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Outstanding Reviewer Award

2018-01-01
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Distinguished Educator Award

2016-01-01

Requirements for Boston University

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.88
TOEFL
Total
Required:100
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution
Application Checklist
  • Personal statement
  • Two letters of recommendation
  • Resume
  • LSAT or GRE scores
  • Transcripts through LSAC
Specialization Notes

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