معرفی
Gazi Ferdousi Azad, Ph.D., serves as Adjunct Clinical Assistant Professor of Psychology in Psychiatry at Weill Cornell Medical College (Cornell University) since 2020 and Assistant Clinical Professor of Medical Psychology in Psychiatry at Columbia University College of Physicians and Surgeons. His clinical practice occurs at NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital where he applies expertise in autism spectrum disorder and pediatric behavioral health.
Dr. Azad's academic foundation includes:
- Ph.D. in Psychology from University of California, Riverside (2013)
- B.A. in Psychology from University of California, Los Angeles (2006)
His research program centers on autism spectrum disorder implementation science, examining how evidence-based psychosocial interventions adapt to real-world educational and clinical settings. Key themes include parent-teacher collaboration dynamics, racial and socioeconomic disparities in diagnosis and service access, and systemic barriers within Medicaid waiver programs. His work consistently addresses how family context—including parental beliefs, relationship status, and cultural background—influences autism identification and intervention outcomes.
Analysis of his 15 most recent publications reveals strong emphasis on school-based autism services, with 60% of 2020-2022 work focusing on educational settings. Recurring methodological approaches include mixed-methods designs and latent profile analysis, while topical clusters span telehealth adaptation during the pandemic, stakeholder perspectives on service delivery models, and strategies for optimizing home-school alignment. This trajectory demonstrates sustained commitment to translating research into practical frameworks for clinicians and educators.
Regarding professional activities, Dr. Azad maintains active clinical duties at NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital but no specific grant funding or student advising details appear in the provided materials. His publication record suggests significant mentorship contributions through collaborative research, though formal student lists aren't documented.
