Dr. Mitchell Heflin

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Biography

Mitchell Tod Heflin is a Professor of Medicine specializing in Geriatrics and Palliative Care at Duke University. He has been a leader in the advancement of interprofessional education and care models aimed at improving healthcare delivery across various disciplines. Heflin serves as a Senior Fellow at the Duke Center for the Study of Aging and Human Development. His career is centered around developing and evaluating educational programs for health professionals, with a focus on community-based care. He has been instrumental in implementing innovative educational experiences in medical education and addressing the healthcare workforce needs, particularly in rural and underserved areas. Over the years, he has contributed significantly to literature in interprofessional collaboration, mental health support for healthcare workers, and strategies for enhancing the healthcare workforce in North Carolina. Heflin's dedication to education and community service reflects in his ongoing projects and collaborations aimed at improving healthcare outcomes and fostering a well-prepared health workforce.

Research Interests

Experience

Professor

2019-01-01 — Present

Duke University • Durham, NC

Professorship in Medicine focusing on Geriatrics and Palliative Care.

Senior Fellow

2000-01-01 — Present

Duke Center for the Study of Aging and Human Development • Durham, NC

Senior Fellow focusing on education and research in aging.

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
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Specialization Notes

Department of Biomedical Engineering (MS program)