Joshua M Hauser

Joshua M Hauser is a Professor at the Feinberg School of Medicine, Northwestern University, holding appointments in the Department of Medicine (Hospital Medicine) and the Department of Medical Education. His clinical work is associated with Northwestern Memorial Hospital and the Jesse Brown VA Medical Center.

His educational background includes an MD from Harvard Medical School (1995), residency in Internal Medicine at Brigham & Women's Hospital (1998), and fellowship at the University of Chicago Hospitals (2001).

Dr. Hauser's research spans palliative care, medical ethics, and health equity, with a focus on underserved populations including rural communities, incarcerated individuals, and LGBTQI+ patients. His work integrates palliative care into diverse clinical settings such as dialysis units and correctional facilities.

Recent publications highlight his commitment to expanding palliative care access through telemedicine, addressing disparities in hospice care for marginalized groups, and implementing quality improvement initiatives in outpatient settings.

His notable awards include:

• White Coat Ceremony Speaker for Medical School Opening, St George's University (2009)
• David Rogers Award (with Anjali Dhurandar and Doug Reifler), Society of General Internal Medicine (SGIM) (2005)

Dr. Hauser is actively involved in medical education at Feinberg, contributing to curriculum development and interprofessional training initiatives as evidenced by his departmental affiliation and participation in educational news items.

He is affiliated with the Center for Bioethics and Medical Humanities and the Institute for Public Health and Medicine (IPHAM), and is a member of the Havey Institute for Global Health, reflecting his commitment to global health and bioethics.