Dr. Robert Bollinger

Professor

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Biography

Robert C. Bollinger, MD, MPH, is a Professor at Johns Hopkins University and the Raj Kamla Gupta Professor of Infectious Diseases. He is also the Director of the Center for Clinical Global Health Education and the Associate Director of the Center for Global Health. With over 40 years of experience in international public health, clinical research, and education, Dr. Bollinger has a significant role in addressing global health priorities such as HIV/AIDS, malaria, tuberculosis, leprosy, and antibiotic-resistant infections. His research interests encompass the biological and behavioral risk factors for HIV transmission, the clinical progression of HIV-related infections, and the development of novel diagnostic tools. Dr. Bollinger has worked with partners in more than 20 countries and has led public health training programs, serving on various expert committees and advisory boards. His contributions to clinical research include the NIH-funded Indo-US HIV research program in Pune, India, aimed at preventing mother-to-child transmission of HIV. He has authored more than 200 peer-reviewed publications and has received multiple accolades for his commitment to mentoring. Dr. Bollinger completed his medical degree at Dartmouth Medical School and a Master of Public Health degree at Johns Hopkins. He is also noted for his role in various advisory capacities and leadership committees within Johns Hopkins University.

Research Interests

Experience

Professor

1991-01-01 — Present

Johns Hopkins University • Baltimore, MD

Professor in the Department of Infectious Diseases, with responsibilities including education and research in global health.

Director

— Present

Center for Clinical Global Health Education • Baltimore, MD

Serves as the founding director, focusing on clinical education and research initiatives in global health.

Requirements for Johns Hopkins University

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
TOEFL
Total
Required:100
IELTS
Overall
Required:7
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree Inorganic Chemistry with Lab Organic Chemistry with Lab General Biology with Lab
Application Checklist
  • Online application
  • Official transcripts
  • CV
  • Personal statement
  • Three letters of recommendation
Specialization Notes

Department of Pathology - PhD in Pathobiology. GRE is not required.