Associate Professor
Seoul National University College of Medicine, Republic of Korea
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Dr. Jin Su Song, MD, MPH, DTM&H, Associate Professor of Infectious Diseases at Seoul National University College of Medicine
Dr. Jin Su Song is an esteemed professor at Department of Medicine, Seoul National University College of Medicine, with extensive expertise in pandemic response, global health, and tropical medicine. With a career spanning over two decades, Dr. Song has made significant contributions to the global fight against infectious diseases through his research, clinical practice, and leadership in international health projects.
Dr. Song holds a Master of Public Health in Global Health from Harvard School of Public Health and a Diploma in Tropical Medicine from the Liverpool School of Tropical Medicine. He completed his medical training and infectious disease fellowship at Seoul National University Hospital, where he conducted pioneering research in antibiotic resistance and infectious disease epidemiology.
Throughout his career, Dr. Song has worked extensively in low- and middle-income countries, leading initiatives to improve health outcomes in regions affected by infectious diseases. His work in Tanzania, Cambodia, and Timor-Leste has been particularly impactful, where he led projects that enhanced healthcare infrastructure, improved maternal and child health, and contributed to the elimination of neglected tropical diseases.
Dr. Song’s expertise extends beyond the clinical setting, as he has been instrumental in developing national and international strategies for infectious disease preparedness and response. His advisory roles with organizations such as WHO, UNICEF, and KOICA have positioned him as a key figure in global health security. During the COVID-19 pandemic, Dr. Song played a critical role in outbreak management and vaccine evaluation, efforts that earned him national recognition.
Dr. Jinsu Song's dedication to improving global health and his extensive experience in infectious disease research and global health make him a leading authority in the fight against pandemics and other infectious diseases worldwide.