Prabhjot Singh (physician)

Prabhjot Singh

Prabhjot Singh is an American physician, academic, and author. He is known for his work in the fields of healthcare delivery, community health, and health policy. Singh has held various academic and administrative positions and has contributed significantly to the discourse on improving healthcare systems, particularly for underserved communities.

Early Life and Education

Prabhjot Singh was born in New York City. He completed his undergraduate studies at the University of Rochester, where he earned a degree in biomedical engineering. He then attended Weill Cornell Medical College to obtain his MD degree. Singh also holds a PhD in neuroscience from Rockefeller University.

Career

Academic Positions

Singh has held faculty positions at several prestigious institutions. He has been an assistant professor of International and Public Affairs at Columbia University and a faculty member at the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai. His research focuses on health systems, community health, and global health.

Administrative Roles

In addition to his academic roles, Singh has served in various administrative capacities. He was the Director of the Arnhold Institute for Global Health at the Mount Sinai Health System. He has also been involved in numerous initiatives aimed at improving healthcare delivery and policy.

Publications and Research

Prabhjot Singh has authored several books and numerous articles in peer-reviewed journals. His work often addresses the intersection of healthcare delivery and community health, with a particular focus on underserved populations. Some of his notable publications include:

• Dying and Living in the Neighborhood: A Street-Level View of America’s Healthcare Promise
• Various articles in journals such as The Lancet, Health Affairs, and Journal of the American Medical Association.

Contributions to Healthcare

Singh is a strong advocate for community-based healthcare models. He has worked on developing and implementing strategies to improve healthcare access and quality for marginalized communities. His efforts have been recognized through various awards and honors.

Personal Life

Prabhjot Singh is married and has children. He is an active member of his community and participates in various civic and social initiatives.

See Also

• Healthcare in the United States
• Community health
• Health policy
• Global health