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Jeff Levin is University Professor of Epidemiology and Population Health and Professor of Medical Humanities at Baylor University, where he also directs the Program on Religion and Population Health at the Institute for Studies of Religion. He is an Affiliated Member of the Center for Medical Ethics and Health Policy at Baylor College of Medicine, reflecting his interdisciplinary engagement in public health, ethics, and religion.
Education:
- A.B. in Religion and Sociology, Duke University
- M.P.H., University of North Carolina School of Public Health
- Ph.D. in Preventive Medicine and Community Health, University of Texas Medical Branch
- Postdoctoral Research Fellowship, Institute of Gerontology, University of Michigan
Dr. Levin's research focuses on the role of religion in physical and mental health, aging, and well-being. He explores the epidemiologic and social dimensions of faith, healing practices, and the integration of religious initiatives into public health policy. His work bridges epidemiology, medical humanities, and gerontology, contributing to a deeper understanding of how spiritual and religious factors influence population health outcomes.
His scholarly output includes over 230 publications and 12 authored or edited books, with recent works published by Oxford University Press. His research has been supported by the National Institutes of Health (NIH), the American Medical Association (AMA), and private foundations, indicating sustained academic and scientific impact.
Professional Honors:
- Fellow, American College of Epidemiology
- Fellow, Gerontological Society of America
- Fellow, International Society for Science and Religion
Dr. Levin is an active advisor and researcher, contributing to academic discourse through his leadership in professional societies such as the Society for Epidemiologic Research, the International Epidemiological Association, and the Society for the Scientific Study of Religion. He has also held community leadership roles, including former president of Congregation Agudath Jacob in Waco, Texas.
He is affiliated with the Institute for Studies of Religion at Baylor, a research center dedicated to advancing the scientific study of religious phenomena and their societal impact, where he leads initiatives connecting religion with health policy and practice.
