Dr. Michael Silverman

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Michael Silverman is an Assistant Professor at the Dalla Lana School of Public Health, University of Toronto, and has a notable background in infectious diseases and global health. He completed his MD and has certifications in Internal Medicine, and Infectious Diseases. His research primarily focuses on the prevention of mother-to-child transmission of HIV, particularly in sub-Saharan Africa, as well as other infectious diseases common to tropical regions. His work includes evaluating the long-term neuro-cognitive outcomes in infants exposed to different prevention regimens for vertical transmission of HIV. Over the years, he has published extensively on various topics, including the efficacy of antiretroviral therapy in rural settings, the treatment of Clostridium difficile infections, and the molecular evolution of tropical diseases like Yaws and Syphilis. Dr. Silverman is passionate about improving health outcomes for mothers and children through critical research and intervention strategies in diverse socioeconomic contexts.

Research Interests

Requirements for University of Toronto

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.3
IELTS
Listening
Required:6.5
Reading
Required:6.5
Writing
Required:6.5
Speaking
Required:6.5
Overall
Required:7
TOEFL
Listening
Required:22
Reading
Required:22
Writing
Required:22
Speaking
Required:22
Total
Required:93
Prerequisites
Appropriate four-year bachelor's degree Background in sociological theory and statistics preferred
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Specialization Notes

Department of Sociology