About Us

The Division of Biostatistics and Epidemiology (DBE) is a basic science center within the Department of Medicine. The division has faculty members with expertise in biostatistics and epidemiology, many with joint appointments in other areas of MUSC. In addition, several MUSC faculty members with primary appointments elsewhere have joint appointments.

DBE was founded in 1968 by Clinton Miller, Ph.D. He was followed by David Hoel, Ph.D. in 1993, John Dunbar, M.D. (acting) in 1997, Barbara Tilley Ph.D in 1999 and myself in 2009. The center has had several name changes before its current name although there has been a program in these disciplines for many years. The center offers both Masters and Ph.D. degrees.  DBE faculty members conduct their own methodological research as well as collaborate with multiple investigators throughout the university. The university collaborations are facilitated by our Collaborative Unit, with support from the Provost of MUSC. Through the Data Coordination Unit (DCU) our faculty also develop data management systems for large longitudinal and often multi-site projects. You will find more information about our education and research activities including our Collaborative Unit and DCU by browsing through our site.