Dr. Lauren Friend

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Lauren Friend is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Medicine-Emergency Medicine at the University of Chicago. She specializes in the study of ventriculoperitoneal shunt procedures, exploring equipment failure, and its implications for patient safety. Her research interests focus on understanding human factors in medical emergencies and the technological innovations that can enhance care in critical situations. Friend advocates for the integration of systematic evaluations and advanced engineering solutions to improve healthcare outcomes, particularly in emergency settings. With a strong emphasis on interdisciplinary collaboration, she engages with a diverse group of healthcare professionals to address complex problems within emergency medicine. Her commitment to education and research contributes to the optimization of emergency response protocols, ensuring that best practices are adopted across various healthcare settings.

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Requirements for University of Chicago

Doctorate Program
Requirements
TOEFL
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Required:26
Reading
Required:26
Writing
Required:26
Speaking
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Total
Required:104
IELTS
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Required:7
Reading
Required:7
Writing
Required:7
Speaking
Required:7
Overall
Required:7
Prerequisites
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Specialization Notes

Department of Philosophy