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Matthew Trowbridge
Chief Medical Officer at International WELL Building Institute (IWBI); Associate Professor, University of Virginia School of Medicine
Dr. Matthew Trowbridge is a multi-talented individual with a background in medicine, public health research, and academia.
As the Chief Medical Officer at the International WELL Building Institute (IWBI) and an Associate Professor at the University of Virginia (UVA) School of Medicine, he specializes in the intersection of public health, design, technology, and business.
His expertise lies in examining the impact of the built environment on human health, promoting human-centered design to tackle healthcare challenges, and integrating design thinking into public health strategies.
Dr. Trowbridge leads initiatives such as Investing for Health at IWBI, aiming to prioritize health and well-being in global real estate and capital markets.
Previously, he spearheaded the Green Health Partnership to merge green building practices with public health and co-founded the UVA Medical Design Program.
His educational journey includes training in preventive medicine, injury research, and general pediatrics, culminating in certifications in both pediatrics and preventive medicine.
Dr. Trowbridge's specialties encompass design thinking, systems-thinking, the built environment's impact on public health, urban planning's health effects, physical activity promotion, and traffic injury prevention.
He is a versatile professional with a strong background in various organizations, including roles at IWBI, UVA Health System, and notable positions at the U.S. Green Building Council and National Institutes of Health.
