The Washington University ID-CRU and ACTU are is known for their expertise and are well established in the community. Led by Rachel Presti, MD, PhD, the ID-CRU provides access to HIV and infectious diseases research opportunities, community outreach and education. Our lead faculty in these areas are:
- NIH AIDS Clinical Trials Unit – Principal Investigator – Rachel M. Presti, MD, PhD
- St. Louis STI/HIV Prevention Training Center – Medical Director – Hilary E. L. Reno, MD, PhD
Mental Health & Substance Abuse Key Faculty
Julia López, PhD, MPH, LCSW
Assistant Professor of Medicine
- Phone: 314-454-8249
- Email: julialopez@wustl.edu
Dr. López is a public health researcher who uses her clinical practice skills to further advance the field of sexual health using public health and social work theories and frameworks.