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Matthew Carlson is the Associate Dean for Undergraduate Programs at the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences, Portland State University. His primary academic affiliation is with the Sociology Department, where he serves as an Associate Professor. As a medical sociologist, his research focuses on healthcare access, quality, and disparities, with a strong emphasis on vulnerable populations and policy implications.
His scholarly work spans Medicaid policy, substance abuse treatment outcomes, domestic violence intervention, and social determinants of health. Publications highlight trends in public health policy evaluation, health services research, and social justice in healthcare delivery. Notable areas include insurance continuity, maternal health, and behavioral health interventions.
As an administrator, he oversees undergraduate enrollment management, recruitment, retention, and curricular development. Despite his leadership roles, no specific scientific awards or student advising records were identified in the provided materials. His contributions bridge academic sociology with practical healthcare policy analysis.
