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From medicine to leading global health with Prof. Judd Walson
What does it take to build a career in global health, and is the field still worth entering in 2026?
In this episode of The Scholars Table, Dr Banda Khalifa speaks with Professor Judd Walson, Chair of the Department of International Health at the Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health.
Professor Walson reflects on his unconventional path from anthropology and street performance to clinical medicine, research, and academic leadership. He shares the experiences that shaped his career, including his work in Nepal, Kenya, and the United States.
The conversation examines his research on…
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