Grace Lee Park

Dr. Grace Lee Park is a Clinical Associate Professor at the Carle Illinois College of Medicine, University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign. She holds roles including Health Systems Science Thread Director and Block 1 Director. Her academic journey includes a B.S. and M.D. from the University of Illinois at Chicago, and a Master of Education in Health Professions from Johns Hopkins University. Dr. Park specializes in medical education innovation, focusing on curriculum design, interprofessional collaboration, and professional identity formation. She has been recognized with multiple Innovation in Education Awards and serves on the Board of Directors for Aquifer Sciences.

Research interests include gamification in education, health systems integration, and climate change's impact on health. Her work bridges basic science and clinical practice, emphasizing practical, engaging educational strategies. Notable contributions include publications on escape rooms in medical education and interdisciplinary climate health projects.

Dr. Park has presented at conferences such as IAMSE and STFM, addressing topics like AI in assessment and interprofessional case management. Her awards highlight her leadership in fostering student engagement and competency development.