Doctoral Training
Doctor of Public Health (DrPH)
The Doctor of Public Health degree attracts accomplished professionals who wish to improve their analytic, research, and leadership skills to further their careers. It emphasizes advanced public health education and training to prepare individuals for leadership roles in practice-based settings such as health departments, non-profit organizations, health centers, international agencies, laboratories and community-based organizations. The program fosters advanced expertise in developing, implementing, and evaluating evidence-informed public health practice.
The DrPH is a hybrid program that blends the convenience of learning online with three onsite Institutes of approximately four to five days each.
Program Strengths
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Practice-focused professional doctorate
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Primarily online/hybrid format
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Three in-person Institutes
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Competitive tuition and excellent value
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Flexible curriculum and electives
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Personalized faculty access and mentoring
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Applied learning
Concentrations
Advanced Practice Leadership in Public Health
The DrPH track in Advanced Practice Leadership prepares professionals for leadership roles in public health practice settings, emphasizing expertise in developing, implementing, and evaluating evidence-based practices.
Advanced Practice Leadership in Public Health
Public Health and Clinical Laboratory Science and Practice
The DrPH track in Public Health and Clinical Laboratory Science and Practice prepares professionals for leadership roles in public health and clinical laboratory settings, emphasizing advanced expertise in laboratory leadership, management, and scientific practice.
Public Health and Clinical Laboratory Science and Practice
Meet the Program Director
Fiona Lewis, DrPH, MS, RDN
Dr. Fiona Lewis leads the Doctor of Public Health program and its Advanced Practice Leadership concentration. A public health leader and registered dietitian with nearly 18 years of experience, her work focuses on public health leadership, workforce development, nutrition, and innovative approaches to health promotion. She is committed to preparing the next generation of public health leaders through applied learning, faculty mentorship, and innovative doctoral education.
Why the DrPH at USF?
Discover what sets the USF DrPH apart, from specialized training pathways and nationally recognized research centers to faculty mentorship, applied learning, and opportunities to connect with a broader public health community.
Why the DrPH at USF?
Student-led peer mentorship program supports DrPH success
DrPH student Venita Ramirez is helping transform the doctoral student experience with the launch of the college’s first DrPH Peer Mentorship Program. Designed to provide tailored support and connection among students, the program reflects a commitment to student-centered leadership, long-term sustainability and academic success.
Student-led peer mentorship program supports DrPH success
Jesse Casanova receives USF Health Culture Coin for exemplary leadership during international delegation
Doctoral student Jesse Casanova was recognized with a Culture Coin for his exceptional coordination of a multi-sector delegation to Japan. His leadership resulted in new partnerships with six Japanese institutions, including agreements with Tokyo Women's Medical University and renewed collaboration with Gifu University.