Amir Afkhami, MD, PhD

Professor
Primary Department
Global Health
Affiliation
Milken Institute School of Public Health
Research Interests

Research includes the history of medicine and public health, global public health policy, and international psychiatry. Current projects involve the mental health infrastructure in conflict zones; post-traumatic stress disorder among victims of chemical attacks; and depression among military personnel posted in combat zones.

Keywords

Stress Disorders, Post-Traumatic, Depression, Mental Health, Military Personnel, Public Health, Psychiatry, Health Policy, Problem-Base Learning,

Research Level
T3: Translation to Practice
Research Method(s)
  • Develop standardized lectures and case-reviews
  • Analyze student satisfaction from class reviews Analyze student performance from block exam scores and USMLE scores
  • Analyze student performance from block exam scores and USMLE scores