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Dr. Rachel J. Gordon is an Associate Professor in the Department of Medicine and the Department of Epidemiology at Columbia University Mailman School of Public Health. She holds an MD from Vanderbilt University School of Medicine and a Master of Public Health (MPH) from Columbia University. Dr. Gordon completed her residency and fellowship at NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital/Columbia University Medical Center. Her primary research interests revolve around molecular epidemiology, focusing on the pathogenesis of staphylococcal diseases, particularly in the context of healthcare-associated infections. Dr. Gordon is currently delving into the infections related to ventricular-assist devices caused by Staphylococcus epidermidis, a common pathogen that affects medical devices. Besides her research, she has received several awards for teaching excellence, including the Distinguished Teacher Year Award in 2010 and the Outstanding Teacher Year Award in 2013. She is committed to educating future healthcare professionals and enhancing clinical education.
Columbia University Mailman School of Public Health • New York, NY
Teaching in the Departments of Medicine and Epidemiology, conducting research in infectious diseases.
Department of Anthropology (GSAS)