Dr. Laura Mosqueda

Professor

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Biography

Laura Mosqueda, MD, is a Professor at the Keck School of Medicine of the University of Southern California, specializing in Family Medicine and Geriatrics. She is widely recognized as an authority in elder abuse care, particularly focusing on underserved populations. Dr. Mosqueda has extensive experience in medical education, curriculum design, and implementation. Past roles included Chair of the Department of Family Medicine, Associate Dean for Primary Care, and Dean. She leads a National Institute on Aging-funded study to understand the causes of elder abuse in individuals with dementia and directs the National Center for Elder Abuse. Her work aims to enhance awareness and provide resources related to elder abuse prevention and treatment. Dr. Mosqueda has received numerous awards, including the David H. Solomon Memorial Award and several recognitions for her distinguished service in elder abuse prevention. Throughout her career, she has published extensively on subjects related to elder mistreatment and care, contributing significantly to the academic community in gerontology and family medicine.

Research Interests

Experience

Professor

2010-01-01 — Present

Keck School of Medicine of USC • Los Angeles, CA

Teaching, research, and administrative responsibilities in the field of Family Medicine and Geriatrics.

Awards

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David H. Solomon Memorial Award

2021-01-01
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LA 500

2020-01-01
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Vanguard Award

2019-01-01

Requirements for University of Southern California

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
TOEFL
Listening
Required:20
Reading
Required:20
Writing
Required:20
Speaking
Required:20
Total
Required:90
IELTS
Listening
Required:6
Reading
Required:6
Writing
Required:6
Speaking
Required:6
Overall
Required:6.5
GRE General
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Math, or Hard Science
Application Checklist
  • Online application
  • Official transcripts
  • Personal Statement
  • Resume/CV
  • Letters of Recommendation (not required for MS CS, but allowed)
Specialization Notes

GRE is NOT required for Master's applicants for 2025-2026.