Dr. Katherine Gergen Barnett

Associate Professor

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Biography

Katherine Gergen Barnett, MD, is an Associate Professor at Boston University's Chobanian & Avedisian School of Medicine in the Department of Family Medicine. She completed her MD at Yale University School of Medicine and has dedicated her career to primary care. With over twenty years of experience, Gergen Barnett has led initiatives addressing chronic medical conditions, physician burnout, and health equity. Her clinical interests include behavioral health, preventive medicine, trauma-informed care, and women's health. She has served in multiple leadership roles at Boston Medical Center, including as Vice Chair of Primary Care Innovation and Transformation. Gergen Barnett has participated in prestigious fellowships and has been recognized for her work, including multiple awards for excellence in family medicine. Her research is centered on innovative care models and engaging community partners to improve health outcomes for marginalized communities. She is actively involved in health policy discussions and is a known commentator in the media, advocating for solutions to the pressing challenges facing American healthcare.

Research Interests

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

Department of Law offers JD, LLM, and Master's in Study of Tax Law.