Professor Dr. Maria Maldonado
Assistant Professor
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Biography
Maria G. Maldonado, MPH, MPAP, PA-C is a Clinical Assistant Professor of Family Medicine at the Keck School of Medicine of USC. She joined the faculty in 2012 and has a strong commitment to serving underserved populations. With a background as a primary care physician assistant, she previously worked in emergency medicine at the LAC+USC Medical Center. Her mission revolves around providing quality healthcare to medically under-invested communities and promoting cultural humility within medical practice. She is also the founder and director of the USC PA Pathways Program, which aims to inspire and guide under-resourced students in Los Angeles towards health careers. Maldonado completed her undergraduate studies in psychology at USC and earned her Master's degree in Public Health from UCLA.
Research Interests
Experience
Clinical Assistant Professor
— PresentKeck School of Medicine of University of Southern California • Los Angeles, CA
Clinical Assistant Professor in the Department of Family Medicine, focusing on education in primary care for physician assistants.
Primary Care Physician Assistant
— PresentLAC+USC Medical Center • Los Angeles, CA
Worked in emergency medicine and continued practice in family medicine, serving underserved populations.
Requirements for University of Southern California
Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
TOEFL
IELTS
GRE General
Prerequisites
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.