Bala Simon

Bala Simon, M.D., MPH, DrPH is an Adjunct Associate Professor at the Fay W. Boozman College of Public Health, University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS). He is affiliated with the College of Public Health and holds a faculty position without part-time designation. His work focuses on chronic disease epidemiology, healthcare systems optimization, and public health policy. Contact: RAHN 6208, Phone 501-766-8933, Email abalamurugan@uams.edu.

Education:

• DrPH (Public Health), UAMS College of Public Health (2016)
• Residency in Family Medicine, UAMS (2013)
• MPH (Epidemiology), Tulane University (2002)
• M.D. (MBBS), Tamilnadu Dr. MGR Medical University (1997)

Research Interests: Dr. Simon’s work spans chronic disease epidemiology (hypertension, diabetes, cardiovascular diseases), patient-centered medical home models, health policy, and systems research. He investigates neighborhood impacts on health outcomes, chronic disease management strategies, and healthcare system factors influencing clinical outcomes.

Publications Trends: His articles emphasize interdisciplinary approaches to public health challenges, combining epidemiological analysis with healthcare policy recommendations. Key themes include hypertension management, AMI mortality determinants, stroke risk factors, and the role of social determinants in health equity.

Grants & Advising: No specific grants or student advisement records listed in the provided text. His collaborations include public-private partnerships in rural healthcare initiatives.

Labs/Teams: Affiliated with UAMS’ public health research teams focusing on chronic disease surveillance and healthcare delivery innovation.