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Charles Muiruri is an Assistant Professor of Population Health Sciences and Assistant Research Professor of Global Health at Duke University School of Medicine. He also serves as a visiting lecturer at the Kilimanjaro Christian Medical University College in Moshi, Tanzania. His work focuses on improving healthcare quality and reducing disparities for people with multiple chronic conditions, particularly those living with HIV who have or are at risk for cardiovascular disease.
Education:
- PhD in Health Policy and Management, University of North Carolina-Chapel Hill
- Master's degree in Public Health Leadership, University of North Carolina-Chapel Hill
Dr. Muiruri's research centers on patient-centered care approaches for individuals managing multiple chronic conditions. He examines how patients weigh treatment benefits against risks, costs, and side effects, with particular focus on people living with HIV who have cardiovascular disease. His work investigates medication adherence, treatment preferences, and the social determinants affecting healthcare outcomes. He has developed innovative approaches to understanding patient preferences through 'preference diagnostics' and has studied how HIV medication packaging affects stigma and adherence behaviors in Tanzania.
Analysis of Dr. Muiruri's recent publications reveals a strong focus on cardiovascular health among people with HIV, particularly among racial and ethnic minorities. His work combines implementation science with patient-centered approaches to address health disparities. There's significant emphasis on differentiated service delivery models in global health settings, especially in East Africa, and on developing interventions that account for patient preferences and social contexts.
Scientific Awards:
- Outstanding Leadership in Scientific Mentoring Award (2024)
- Research in Implementation Science for Equity (RISE) (2022)
- REACH Equity Scholar Award (2021)
- Duke CFAR Early-stage Investigator (ESI) award (2019)
- Best abstract, Social Behavioral Sciences (2017)
Dr. Muiruri has secured substantial research funding from NIH and other sources, including an NHLBI K01 career development award to investigate medication non-adherence for cardiovascular disease among people living with HIV. He co-directs the Center for Pathway Programs, which connects various Duke learner programs into an integrated ecosystem, and serves as co-director of the Duke CFAR Health Services Scientific Working Group. His mentorship extends to both U.S. and East African contexts, with a focus on developing the next generation of global health researchers.
Through the Center for Pathway Programs, Dr. Muiruri has developed the YOJO (Your Journey) platform to better track and mentor learners across Duke's various training programs. His global health work maintains strong connections with Tanzanian institutions, particularly through the KCMC-Duke Collaboration, where he spent 15 years in administrative roles before joining the Duke faculty.
