Department of Epidemiology and Preventive Medicine
The
Department of Epidemiology and Preventive Medicine applies population-based
research to clinical care and determines disease risk factors. The department's
extensive database systems help physicians advise patients about key elements
in health promotion and disease prevention. Research and teaching faculty are
available for consultation in the areas listed below.
Services
The department contracts with clinics, HMOs, hospitals and other health care
providers to:
- Design survey instruments and collect data for studies, trials and evaluations
- Assist in developing population-based research projects
- Investigate and consult regarding epidemic situations in hospitals and in
the community
- Conduct health outcomes and Meta-analysis research
- Evaluate the effectiveness of services and technology
- Use technology for health care information management and statistical modeling
This page was last updated on: November 12, 2007.
For more information about the Department of Epidemiology and Preventive
Medicine or to contact an epidemiologist, call the University Physicians
Consultation and Referral Service at 1-800-492-5538 (patients) or 1-800-373-4111
(physicians).