Paula Braveman

Paula Braveman

Paula Braveman
Nationality	American
Known for	Research on health disparities and social determinants of health
Scientific career
Fields	Public health, Social epidemiology
Institutions	University of California, San Francisco

Paula Braveman is an American physician and public health researcher known for her work on health disparities and the social determinants of health. She is a professor of Family and Community Medicine at the University of California, San Francisco (UCSF) and the director of the Center on Social Disparities in Health at UCSF.

Education and Career

Paula Braveman received her medical degree and completed her residency in Family Medicine at UCSF. She also holds a Master of Public Health (MPH) degree. Throughout her career, Braveman has focused on understanding and addressing the root causes of health inequities, particularly those related to race, ethnicity, and socioeconomic status.

Research

Braveman's research has significantly contributed to the field of social epidemiology. She has published extensively on topics such as health equity, maternal and child health, and the impact of poverty on health outcomes. Her work emphasizes the importance of addressing social factors, such as education, housing, and employment, to improve health and reduce disparities.

Contributions

Paula Braveman has been a leading voice in advocating for policies that address the social determinants of health. She has served on numerous national and international committees and advisory boards, providing expertise on health equity and public health strategies. Her research has influenced public health policies and practices aimed at reducing health disparities and promoting health equity.

Selected Publications

• Braveman, P., et al. (Year). Title of the publication. Journal Name.
• Braveman, P., et al. (Year). Title of the publication. Journal Name.

Related Pages

• Health disparities
• Social determinants of health
• Public health
• Social epidemiology
• University of California, San Francisco

See Also

• Family and Community Medicine
• Health equity
• Maternal and child health
• Poverty

References

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