Bo Zhou

Bo Zhou is an Assistant Professor in Pharmacotherapy at the UNT System College of Pharmacy, part of the University of North Texas Health Science Center (UNTHSC). His research focuses on health economics, pharmaceutical policy, and Medicare-related issues, with a special emphasis on prescription drug utilization, cost-sharing impacts, and low-value care reduction. He has led or contributed to projects funded by NIH and industry partners, including studies on opioid use patterns, formulary restrictions, and the economic burden of diabetes treatments.

Recent work explores the intersection of inflation stress and mental health outcomes among working-age and elderly populations. His projects often involve retrospective cohort analyses and real-world evidence to inform healthcare policy decisions. Notable collaborations include roles as Co-Investigator in NIH-funded studies and a Principal Investigator for research on low-value services in older populations. His work is frequently cited in policy discussions and has been referenced in news outlets.

Zhou’s research spans multidisciplinary topics such as Alzheimer’s disease risk linked to exenatide use, stroke prevention strategies for atrial fibrillation patients, and disparities in prostate cancer treatment outcomes. His contributions highlight the socioeconomic determinants of healthcare access and utilization, particularly within Medicare populations.