Dr. Julia Simard

Biography

Julia Fridman Simard, ScD, is an Associate Professor in the Department of Epidemiology and Population Health at Stanford University School of Medicine. She specializes in the clinical epidemiology of systemic autoimmune rheumatic diseases, particularly focusing on Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (SLE). Dr. Simard completed her postgraduate training at Karolinska Institutet, where she began her research into the clinical and epidemiologic aspects of SLE. Her work integrates population-based data from Sweden to investigate the risks associated with pregnancy in women with SLE and other rheumatic diseases, earning her significant awards, including the prestigious NIH K01 career development award. She leads a major international study on the use of hydroxychloroquine during pregnancy for patients with lupus, reflecting her commitment to enhancing maternal fetal health outcomes. Additionally, Dr. Simard's research interests extend to addressing social determinants of health and health disparities in women's health, while her methodological focus addresses the implications of misclassification and bias in clinical decision-making. Her extensive background includes key editorial roles, substantial grant funding, and a robust publication record in rheumatology and epidemiology.

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