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Justin Benzer is an industrial/organizational psychologist and health services researcher affiliated with the Department of Veterans Affairs and Dell Medical School. His research focuses on improving the coordination and quality of care in primary care and mental health settings. He leads a Department of Defense study aimed at identifying the necessary knowledge and skills for U.S. Army officers and noncommissioned officers to implement sexual assault prevention programs. Additionally, he is involved in the Texas Targeted Opioid Response Project, designing strategies to enhance the adoption of a new opioid overdose reporting system. Benzer also evaluates programs for individuals experiencing homelessness, such as a mobile mammography clinic and the Integral Care Certified Community Behavioral Health Center. His recent research includes investigating the integration of health care using the VA electronic health record and assessing mental health impacts of COVID-19 on healthcare workers. With a doctorate in psychology from Texas A&M University, Benzer has contributed significantly to the field of health services research since 2008.
Dell Medical School • Austin, TX
Facilitates research and collaboration in health services and education.
Department of Veterans Affairs • Austin, TX
Conducts research related to healthcare integration and implementation science.
Department: Department of Social Work. Note: GRE is not required for the PhD program.