Joshua Yudkin

Joshua Yudkin is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Health Behavior at Texas A&M University, specializing in behavioral interventions for cardiometabolic diseases across vulnerable populations globally. His work emphasizes eHealth solutions for pediatric overweight and obesity through transdisciplinary, multi-level research frameworks.

Dr. Yudkin's educational background includes:

• Postdoctoral Fellowship: Fogarty International Center (NIH) LAUNCH D43 Program, UAB/UNIBE
• PhD in Epidemiology (Minor in Management, Policy and Community Health), University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston
• MA in International Affairs and MPH, Washington University in St. Louis
• BA in Latin American Studies and Spanish, Washington University in St. Louis

His research integrates chronic disease management with global health equity, focusing on quantifying socio-cultural variables through implementation science methodologies. Current projects target pediatric obesity interventions using digital health platforms in both U.S. and international contexts, prioritizing accessibility for underserved communities.

Professional recognition includes:

• Helen S. Hill Distinguished Service Award (2021)
• Alumni Board Membership at Washington University's Brown School (2023-present)

Dr. Yudkin's international research leadership includes Fogarty-funded work in the Dominican Republic and Fulbright-supported studies in Colombia, complemented by domestic Texas-based pediatric research. As a polyglot, he conducts transnational mentorship and teaching while advocating for healthcare access and human dignity through evidence-based empowerment strategies.