Alwyn T. Cohall

Dr. Alwyn Cohall is a Professor of Public Health and Pediatrics at the Columbia University Irving Medical Center and the Mailman School of Public Health. Dr. Cohall is board-certified in both pediatrics and adolescent medicine and has a private practice in adolescent and young adult health. He is also the director of Project Stay (Services to Assist Youth), which is a New York State Department of Health funded program that provides confidential health services to young people affected by or infected with HIV/AIDS. A core component of this initiative involves working with community partners providing education, workforce development , and supportive services for LGBTQ+ youth and young adults involved in the carceral system. In recognition of his work with young people, he has been honored by various professional and governmental organizations including: the AMA, AAP, SAHM, the NYS Department of Health, and the NYC Department of Health and Mental Hygiene; and was recently inducted into the CUIMC Academy of Community and Public Service.