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Anand Parekh, MD, MPH, FACP is a multifaceted academic leader serving as Chief Health Policy Officer at the University of Michigan School of Public Health, Adjunct Professor in Health Management and Policy, and Senior Advisor at the Institute for Healthcare Policy and Innovation. His work bridges clinical expertise, public health policy, and interdisciplinary research.
- Education:
- B.A. in Political Science, University of Michigan
- M.D., University of Michigan
- M.P.H. in Health Management and Policy, University of Michigan
Parekh’s research focuses on chronic disease management, health policy, population health, and prevention initiatives. He emphasizes integrating health and human services to address systemic challenges like the opioid crisis, obesity, and pandemic resilience. His 2019 book Prevention First (2nd ed. 2024) advocates for prioritizing prevention in national health policy.
Scientific Awards and Recognitions:
- Surgeon General’s Outstanding Service Award
- Fellow of the American College of Physicians (FACP)
- Recognized in Washingtonian’s list of Washington DC’s 500 Most Influential People
Parekh’s leadership roles include chairing the Roundtable on Obesity Solutions at the National Academies and advising policymakers through collaborations with institutions like the Bipartisan Policy Center and the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. He also contributes to clinical practice, having completed residency at Johns Hopkins’ Osler Medical Program and volunteered at a clinic for the uninsured in Silver Spring, MD.
