US Health Care & Equity (MPH 650)

Term: 2025-2026 Summer

Faculty

Jaeson Alexander SmithShow MyInfo popup for Jaeson Alexander Smith

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Tehmina Sohail KhanShow MyInfo popup for Tehmina Sohail Khan

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I live in Lexington, N.C. I have three wonderful children. They are studying and finishing the Master's degree in their respective Universities. I love to teach and help students achieving their goals. I have been a practicing physician and Gynecologist & Obstetrician in Pakistan plus I have over 15 years of experience in this field. I did my PhD in Public Health in 2022. I absolutely love to engage in community for better health and prevention.

Schedule

Mon, 11:00 AM - 12:15 PM (6/22/2026 - 8/9/2026) Location: MAIN DEEDS D201

Description

Decades of surveillance and research in the United States have documented health disparities in morbidity and mortality, particularly among racial/ethnic minority groups and those of lower socioeconomic status. In this course, students will learn of specific public health crises in the US and explore topics on racism and health, the difference between health equity and health disparities and US health reform. The role of specific agencies at different levels of government in health care and policy will also be explored.