Alice A. Kuo

Alice A. Kuo, MD, PhD is a Clinical Professor in the Department of Internal Medicine at Charles R. Drew University of Medicine and Science. Her work spans pediatrics, public health, and developmental disabilities research.

• Leadership in autism healthcare transitions
• Expertise in health services for neurodivergent populations
• Special interest in public health equity and medical education

Research Focus:
• Pediatric transitions to adulthood
• Healthcare for individuals with disabilities
• Social determinants of health
• Medical education reform

Publication Trends:
Recent work focuses on vaccination promotion for disabled individuals (2025), autism transition research (2024), and pandemic mental health impacts (2023). Earlier studies examine HPV vaccination disparities (2010), healthcare access (2009), and fundamental molecular biology (1996).

Collaborative Network:
Key collaborations with Emily Hotez and Karen Rosenau in autism research. Affiliated with multiple policy organizations including the American Academy of Pediatrics and Emergency Nurses Association.