Leonard Egede, MD
Charles and Mary Bauer Endowed Chair of Medicine, Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences
Leonard Egede is a leading expert in behavioral and population medicine, dedicated to developing innovative health interventions aimed at eliminating persistent health disparities. His groundbreaking work advances healthcare solutions, improving outcomes for underserved communities and transforming public health practices..
Mingchen Gao, PhD
associate professor of Computer Science and Engineering, School of Engineering and Applied Sciences
Mingchen Gao is a leading expert in AI-powered medical imaging, developing advanced deep learning models that empower clinicians to make more accurate diagnoses and informed medical decisions. Her innovative research expands the reach of AI-assisted healthcare, aiming to improve patient outcomes and make cutting-edge diagnostics accessible to diverse populations worldwide.
Sharon Hewner, PhD
research professor, School of Nursing
Sharon Hewner is a leader in patient care coordination, using her nursing expertise to develop AI-powered, personalized care plans that enable clinicians to prioritize early interventions, streamline care delivery and reduce healthcare costs. Her innovative research integrates health information technology and data-driven insights to improve care transitions, enhance patient outcomes and support holistic, person-centered care across healthcare settings.
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