Dr. Laura Fish

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Laura Jane Fish is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Family Medicine and Community Health at Duke University. She has an extensive background in public health and medicine, having completed her Ph.D. and M.P.H. at the University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill. Her research interests span various areas of health interventions, particularly focusing on improving cancer care for survivors and promoting cessation of smoking among vulnerable populations. Laura's work includes significant contributions to behavioral interventions aimed at enhancing therapy use among cancer survivors and addressing disparities in healthcare administration. She has been actively involved in various grant-funded projects that aim to explore and implement practical solutions to pressing health issues, including maternal health and mental health interventions for veterans. As a member of the Duke Cancer Institute, she collaborates with professionals to advance cancer care practices and improve patient outcomes in her community.

Research Interests

Experience

Assistant Professor

— Present

Duke University • Durham, NC

Responsible for teaching and conducting research in the field of family medicine and community health.

Requirements for Duke University

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.2
TOEFL
Listening
Required:22
Reading
Required:22
Writing
Required:24
Speaking
Required:26
Total
Required:90
IELTS
Overall
Required:7
Prerequisites
Multivariable Calculus Introduction to Physics (mechanics) Introduction to Chemistry
Application Checklist
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  • Three Letters of Recommendation
  • Resume/CV
  • Application Fee ($95)
  • Video Introduction
Specialization Notes

Department of Biomedical Engineering (MS program)