Welcome to the Division of Epidemiology at the Saint Louis University School of Public Health. Epidemiology is the study of the distribution and determinants of disease and is therefore the foundation of public health policy and practice.

Epidemiology has allowed us to understand much of what causes human disease, leading to public health interventions that prevent disease in populations. These are fascinating and challenging times for epidemiologists-we have more methods and tools at our disposal than ever before yet face new health challenges in our global environment.

Our teaching at Saint Louis University seeks to provide students with a strong foundation in epidemiologic methods ensuring that graduates are well equipped to work in a variety of settings. Our faculty has a broad range of research interests, with a major focus in chronic disease epidemiology. A major strength of our program is our close linkage with public health practice including state and local health departments, community organizations, and health care organizations. We strive to provide our graduates with rigorous training, along with a real world perspective of the role of epidemiology in understanding and preventing disease and disability.

As you explore our website, we hope you will have questions and comments. We want to hear from you.

Best wishes,

Terry Leet, Ph.D
Division Head

 

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