Lisa A. Cooper, MD, MPH
James F. Fries Professor of Medicine & Bloomberg Distinguished Professor, Equity in Health and Health Care; Director, Johns Hopkins Center for Health Equity and Johns Hopkins Urban Health Institute
Dr. Lisa A. Cooper’s leadership journey at Johns Hopkins has spanned more than three decades. Throughout her career, she has built meaningful relationships with colleagues across disciplines, valuing collaboration, innovation, and mentorship. She draws inspiration from trainees who challenge her to continue learning and from patients and community partners who ground her research and clinical work in real-world impact. Dr. Cooper emphasizes prioritizing people, cultivating balance, and caring for mind, body, and spirit. She believes that individuals do their best work when they feel healthy, supported, and valued.
At a Glance
- Department:Department of Medicine (School of Medicine); Department of Health, Behavior and Society (Bloomberg School of Public Health)
- Degree: MD, MPH
- Years at JHU: 33
- Email: [email protected]