Global Health Institute

Global health education is increasingly recognized as requiring interdisciplinary approaches that integrate diverse fields. This panel, part of the MedStar Health – Georgetown University Research & Education Symposium, explores examples of innovative models and educational programs for interdisciplinary global health education, focusing on novel curricula, experiential learning, and collaborative research initiatives that prepare students for the complexities of global health challenges. 

This panel is co-sponsored by the School of Nursing, the School of Health, and the Global Health Institute at Georgetown University as well as MedStar Academic Affairs, which partners with Georgetown University in Graduate Medical Education.

Moderators

• Oliver Johnson, M.D. (MBBS), Ph.D., managing director, Georgetown University Global Health Institute
• Debra Kosko, DNP, associate professor and assistant dean for evaluation and outcomes, Georgetown University School of Nursing

Speakers

• Phoebe Ato (M’27), B.S., Georgetown University School of Medicine
• Pamela Biernacki, DNP, associate professor and assistant dean for Innovation and Program Development, Georgetown University School of Nursing
• Jennifer Bouey, Ph.D., M.D., MPH, associate professor and chair of the Department of Global Health, Georgetown University School of Health
• Kathy Stolarz, D.O., associate director for global health, MedStar Academic Affairs & Assistant Professor in Family Medicine, Georgetown University