James Larkin

Dr. James Larkin is a Senior Postdoctoral Fellow in the Department of General Practice at the Royal College of Surgeons in Ireland (RCSI). His research focuses on health services research, particularly examining the commercial determinants of health, pharmaceutical and medical device industry interactions with healthcare systems, out-of-pocket healthcare costs, and health equity. He holds a PhD in Health Services Research from RCSI (2018-2022), an MSc in Global Health from University College London (2015-2016), and a BA in Psychology and Mathematics from Trinity College Dublin (2011-2015).

• Academic Positions:
  • Postdoctoral Researcher, RCSI (Dec 2022 - Dec 2024)
  • Senior Postdoctoral Fellow, RCSI (Jan 2025 - present)

His research interests include analyzing conflicts of interest in healthcare, multimorbidity management, and the socioeconomic impacts of healthcare policies. He employs mixed-methods approaches, including regression analysis, systematic reviews, and qualitative interviews. Key areas of focus are pharmaceutical industry transparency, out-of-pocket expenditure disparities, and the commercialization of healthcare systems.

Dr. Larkin has published extensively on topics such as bribery in medical device sectors, inequities in prescription medication access, and the methodological shortcomings in clinical trial reporting. His work bridges clinical practice, policy, and global health equity.

His research aligns with UN Sustainable Development Goal 3 (Good Health and Well-Being). Despite no explicit mention of scientific awards, his publications reflect impactful contributions to healthcare policy and ethics. Advising and grant details are not specified in the provided text.