Epidemiology

Improve Health Globally

Welcome to the Department of Epidemiology at the University of Florida! We are a premier department in one of the top public universities in the country. Our mission is to make scientific discoveries, educate others, and provide service so that we improve the health of the population. We do this through the practice of consequential epidemiology.

About the Epidemiology Department

The Department of Epidemiology is situated within both the College of Public Health and Health Professions and the College of Medicine at the University of Florida. Our faculty members hold joint appointments, fostering synergies that contribute to a robust and competitive research profile. This collaborative approach enhances the training of highly skilled students, providing them with exceptional exposure to diverse expertise.

Our Academic Programs

The Department of Epidemiology provides four exceptional programs for individuals interested in pursuing a career in epidemiology. These programs include a Doctorate in Epidemiology, a Master of Science in Epidemiology, a Master in Public Health, Epidemiology Concentration, and a Certificate in Psychiatric Epidemiology.

Job Opportunities in the Department

What’s Happening

Digital Epidemiology

Dr. Wang’s Research in Digital Epidemiology

Welcome to the Department of Epidemiology at the University of Florida! We are a premier department in one of the top public universities in the country. Our mission is to make scientific discoveries, educate others, and provide service so that we improve the health of the population. We do this through the practice of consequential epidemiology.

Recent news

Caretia Washington selected as American Society of Preventive Oncology New Investigator

Published on March 10, 2025

She is one of only 12 new investigators nationwide to be selected.

Children poisoned by Fentanyl on the rise in the U.S.

Published on March 10, 2025

Dr. Linda Cottler and colleagues found incidents of children being poisoned by the synthetic opioid increased over an eight-year period.

UF breast cancer research paper recognized by National Cancer Institute

Published on March 6, 2025

The study led by Dr. Lusine Yaghjyan is among the Epidemiology and Genomics Research Program’s 2024 Research Highlights.

Teenage abuse of cough medicines and Promethazine

Published on March 3, 2025

Dr. Linda Cottler talks with Psychology Today about the misuse of cough medicine among young people.

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