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Joseph Nwadiuko is an Assistant Professor of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania's Perelman School of Medicine, specializing in internal medicine and health economics. He is affiliated with the Center for Global Health as an Associate Scholar, with research focused on health systems, migration, incarceration, and global workforce dynamics.
- MD: University of Pittsburgh
- PhD: UCLA, Health Policy and Management (Economics Cognate)
- MPH & Residency: Johns Hopkins
- BA: Amherst College
- Fellowship: General Internal Medicine, University of Pennsylvania
Dr. Nwadiuko’s research centers on global health systems, particularly the intersection of migration, health workforce mobility, and health equity. His work explores how economic and policy factors influence physician migration in low- and middle-income countries and examines health outcomes within U.S. immigration detention facilities. He employs administrative data and mixed methods to assess health labor markets and structural determinants of care.
His recent publications span high-impact journals such as The Lancet, JAMA, and Health Policy and Planning, highlighting trends in solitary confinement, sexual assault in detention, and diaspora contributions to global health. These works reflect a consistent focus on vulnerable populations, health policy reform, and ethical healthcare delivery.
Dr. Nwadiuko has served as a consultant for the World Bank and has advised U.S. government agencies including the State Department, USAID, and the Department of Homeland Security. His interdisciplinary collaborations with physicians and lawyers underscore a commitment to policy-relevant, justice-oriented research.
- Health Systems Strengthening
- Migration and Health
- Refugee Health
- Incarceration and Health
- Health Economics
- Non-communicable Diseases
He is actively involved in mentoring and global health training programs at Penn, contributing to the education of medical and public health students. His work group investigates healthcare quality in immigration detention, advocating for transparency and accountability.
