Dr. Tara Bouton

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Tara C. Bouton, MD, MPH, is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Medicine at Boston University Chobanian & Avedisian School of Medicine, specializing in Infectious Diseases. Dr. Bouton holds a medical degree from Tulane University School of Medicine, a Master of Public Health from Tulane University School of Public Health and Tropical Medicine, and a Bachelor’s degree from Colby College. Her research primarily focuses on the evolution and transmission of HIV infection and drug-resistant tuberculosis, aiming to improve clinical outcomes and understand the dynamics of viral transmission, especially related to SARS-CoV-2 variants. Committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion, she advocates for health improvements among marginalized populations, including immigrants, individuals identifying as LGBTQ+, those with substance use disorders, the unstably housed, and those living in poverty. Dr. Bouton is dedicated to mentoring underrepresented individuals in STEM, fostering a supportive and nonjudgmental research environment.

Research Interests

Requirements for Boston University

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.88
TOEFL
Total
Required:100
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution
Application Checklist
  • Personal statement
  • Two letters of recommendation
  • Resume
  • LSAT or GRE scores
  • Transcripts through LSAC
Specialization Notes

Department of Law offers JD, LLM, and Master's in Study of Tax Law.