Dr. Sanggon Nam stands as a distinguished scholar in public health with specialized expertise in health disparities among aging populations. He currently serves as Associate Professor of Public Health in the School of Nursing at Azusa Pacific University where he leads innovative research and educational initiatives. His academic foundation includes a Ph.D. in Preventive Medicine and Community Health with a concentration in Social Epidemiology from the University of Texas Medical Branch complemented by a Master of Science in Sociology from Clemson University. Previously Dr. Nam held an Associate Professor position in the Department of Public Health Sciences at California Baptist University demonstrating his commitment to advancing public health education across multiple institutions. His interdisciplinary training bridges social sciences with medical research creating a robust framework for addressing complex population health challenges.
Dr. Nam has established himself as a significant contributor to understanding health disparities in minority aging populations through rigorous empirical research. His scholarly work encompasses critical examinations of global obesity patterns diabetes prevalence and the complex relationships between disability and mortality among older adults from diverse ethnic backgrounds. With over ten impactful publications in prestigious journals such as the Journal of the American Geriatrics Society and Geriatrics & Gerontology International his research has advanced methodological approaches to studying health inequities. His investigations utilizing advanced statistical methods including SAS SPSS HLM and STATA have revealed important patterns in how social determinants shape health outcomes across different demographic groups. This work provides valuable evidence for policymakers seeking to develop targeted interventions that address systemic health disparities among vulnerable populations.
Beyond his individual research contributions Dr. Nam plays a pivotal role in shaping the discourse around minority health through his scholarly leadership and mentorship activities. His expertise in advanced statistical methods for public health research has positioned him as a valuable resource for students and colleagues navigating complex health data analysis. As the field increasingly recognizes the importance of addressing health inequities Dr. Nam's continued focus on minority aging populations provides essential insights for developing culturally competent healthcare approaches. His ongoing research program promises to further illuminate the pathways through which social economic and environmental factors influence health outcomes across the lifespan ensuring his work remains at the forefront of efforts to create more equitable health systems for diverse aging populations.
