Dr. Katherine Simon

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Katherine E. Simon is an Affiliate Faculty at Dell Medical School, with a focus on educating future physician leaders who can address systemic challenges in healthcare. She completed her undergraduate degree at Southwestern University in Georgetown, Texas, and earned her medical degree from the University of Texas Medical Branch in Galveston. She moved to New Orleans for her pediatric residency and further pursued a fellowship in Neonatal Perinatal Medicine at the University of Washington. Her clinical interests encompass neonatal nutrition and perinatal loss. Throughout her career, Simon has aimed to make person-centered, integrated care a standard practice in Central Texas, contributing to the prevention, diagnosis, treatment, and management of neonatal and pediatric health issues. Married to David Simon, a pediatric nephrologist, she resides in Austin with her daughters.

Research Interests

Requirements for University of Texas at Austin

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
TOEFL
Listening
Required:25
Reading
Required:25
Writing
Required:25
Speaking
Required:25
Total
Required:100
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited institution Introductory statistics course (grade C or higher) Volunteer or paid work in social work or related field
Application Checklist
  • Online application
  • Official transcripts
  • Professional resume
  • Three letters of recommendation
  • Statement of Purpose
  • Research methods syllabus (if applicable)
Specialization Notes

Department: Department of Social Work. Note: GRE is not required for the PhD program.