MSc in Epidemiology - Epidemiology of Aging in Baltimore United States | Johns Hopkins University

The global population is undergoing an undeniable shift toward aging, affecting both developing and developed nations. We're reaching a historic milestone where adults aged 65+ will soon outnumber children under five worldwide. This demographic shift creates pressing demand for public health experts specializing in geriatric care to serve this expanding population.
The Epidemiology of Aging program explores the public health implications of aging societies and the complex biological changes that create distinct healthcare needs for seniors. Designed for graduate students and postdoctoral researchers, this track offers specialized training in addressing critical health concerns affecting elderly populations through rigorous methodological frameworks. Participants engage with aging-related public health challenges through diverse learning formats including coursework, research initiatives, and academic discussions. The curriculum integrates epidemiology, biostatistics, and gerontology courses from various departments, equipping students to address issues like declining physical/cognitive abilities and multiple chronic conditions in older patients. Special emphasis is placed on studying geriatric syndromes such as frailty, mobility limitations, falls, and dementia. The program thoroughly examines prevention strategies across all levels (primary, secondary, tertiary) while accounting for the wide variability in health status among seniors. Its research-driven approach aims to enhance preventive measures and therapeutic interventions for age-related health complications. The program benefits from Johns Hopkins' extensive resources and faculty expertise in geriatric medicine, research methodologies, and aging studies.