Dezheng Huo

Focused on global perspectives in health and disease, Dr. Dezheng Huo is a distinguished faculty member at the Medicine University of Chicago, where he serves as an Associate Professor of Epidemiology in the Department of Medicine. With a robust academic background, Dr. Huo earned his MD from Beijing Medical University and furthered his expertise with a PhD from the University of Illinois at Chicago. Dr. Huo's research is at the intersection of genetics and public health, with a particular emphasis on breast cancer. His work in genetic epidemiology seeks to unravel the complex genetic factors contributing to cancer risk, aiming to improve outcomes through more precise risk prediction models. His commitment to understanding health disparities drives his research, as he endeavors to identify and mitigate the factors that contribute to unequal health outcomes across different populations. In addition to his research, Dr. Huo is dedicated to advancing population health through innovative approaches that integrate genetics with broader epidemiological studies. His work in outcomes research not only seeks to improve individual patient care but also aims to inform public health strategies that can lead to more equitable healthcare systems. Dr. Huo's contributions to the field are marked by a commitment to bridging gaps in health disparity and enhancing the predictive power of genetic research in clinical settings.