Kushang Patel

Kushang Patel is a seasoned academic and researcher with extensive experience in the fields of epidemiology and preventive medicine. Currently serving as a Research Professor at the University of Washington since June 2012, Kushang Patel has held several positions including Research Associate Professor and Research Assistant Professor. Additionally, since September 2021, Kushang Patel has been the Research Core Director and Core Faculty at the Harborview Injury Prevention & Research Center. Prior to these roles, Kushang Patel was a Staff Scientist at the National Institutes of Health from July 2007 to May 2012. Educational qualifications include a Postdoctoral Fellowship in Epidemiology from the National Institute on Aging (2004 - 2007), a PhD in Preventive Medicine from The University of Texas Medical Branch (2000 - 2004), and a Master of Public Health in Epidemiology from Tulane University (1996 - 1998).