Imaging intelligence
Medical imaging research spanning multimodal prediction, lung cancer screening, MRI quality, and clinical AI workflows.
Physician · Public health · Medical AI
Julio Min Fei ZhangMD, MPH
I am a physician-researcher working at the intersection of radiology, population health, and artificial intelligence.
My work connects medical imaging and predictive modeling with global health, clinical practice, and the systems that shape patient care.
558Google Scholar citations
13Peer-reviewed publications
8In review or in press
7Scientific presentations
Selected focus
Research interests.
Medical imaging, predictive modeling, population health, and clinical AI.
Population health
Epidemiology, global burden of disease, and health-policy work designed to turn large datasets into practical decisions.
Human-centered innovation
A cross-disciplinary approach shaped by medicine, public health, education, technology, and service across cultures.
Training & experience
Education and professional experience.
2026 - 2027
Research Fellowship in Radiology
University of Florida - USA
Research fellowship in the Department of Radiology under the mentorship of Dr. Bruno Hochhegger. Focus includes multimodal predictive modeling and opportunistic screening for lung cancer.
2025 - 2026
Master's in Public Health (MPH)
Columbia University Mailman School of Public Health - USA
Focused on Global Health and Health Policy, this program combines qualitative and quantitative training in epidemiology, with coursework in health systems management and public policy.
2019 - 2025
Medical Doctor (MD)
University of São Paulo - Brazil & University of Lisbon - Portugal
Graduated from the University of São Paulo (USP), best medical university in Latin America according to EduRank. In 2019, the acceptance rate for the medical school was 0.87%. The medical degree was also officially recognized by the University of Lisbon, Portugal, via a bilateral agreement.
Research
Recent work and collaborations.
Hochhegger, B., Zhang, J. M. F., da Fonseca, J. M., Bergmann, L., Biederer, J., Altmayer, S., Hochhegger, D., & Ackman, J. B. Evolving Indications, Technical Quality, Diagnostic Outcomes, and Utilization Patterns of Chest Magnetic Resonance Imaging: A Quaternary Care Center Experience With 3730 Patients Over 25 Years. Journal of Thoracic Imaging. Published online August 4, 2026.
↗Zhang, J. M., Leite, M., Santos, C. B., Pessôa, F. D., Tuan, W.. Large Language Models and Primary Care: A Scoping Review. Full Index. Retrieved June 3, 2026, from
↗GBD 2023 TB HIV Collaborators (2026). Global, regional, and national burden of tuberculosis and multidrug-resistant tuberculosis by HIV status, 1990-2023: a systematic analysis for the Global Burden of Disease Study 2023. The Lancet. Infectious diseases, S1473-3099(26)00295-1. Advance online publication.
↗GBD 2023 Causes of Death Collaborators. Global burden of 292 causes of death in 204 countries and territories and 660 subnational locations, 1990-2023: a systematic analysis for the Global Burden of Disease Study 2023. Lancet (London, England), 406(10513), 1811–1872.
↗Zhang JMF, Andrade AEC de, Machado FAM, Ghilardi LB, Almeida BM, Falararo BVBP, et al. Development of an air purifier with UVC radiation and HEPA filter in the context of COVID-19. Eng Sanit Ambient [Internet]. 2022 Nov;27(6):1113–22.
↗Recognition
Selected honors and awards.
Brazil Conference at Harvard & MIT Fellowship
Selected through a competitive process to participate as a Fellow in the annual conference held at Harvard University and MIT. Engaged with global leaders, policymakers, and scholars to discuss multidisciplinary solutions for Brazil's development*.
Future AI Leader, The AI Summit New York 2025
Selected as a Future AI Leader based on a multidisciplinary background combining clinical medicine with Artificial Intelligence.
Lemann Foundation Scholarship
Awarded the Lemann Foundation Scholarship, covering 100% of tuition fees for the Master's in Public Health at Columbia University.
University of São Paulo Research Exchange Program Scholarship
Awarded a competitive grant to facilitate research exchange between the University of São Paulo and Penn State University.
Beyond research
Clinical service and community work.
Medical Expedition to Rio Grande do Sul, Bandeira Científica
Collaborated with the NGO Xingu+Catu and the Brazilian Red Cross to conduct health promotion activities addressing the pressing needs of the local indigenous population. Responsible for coordinating patients among specialties and conducting epidemiological research.
Medical Expedition to Amazon Rainforest, NGO Zoé
Joined the NGO Zoé expedition, providing essential medical assistance to indigenous communities in Belterra, Pará. Conducted scientific research focused on understanding health needs and developing strategies to support those protecting the Amazon rainforest.
Five languages
Portuguese (native), English (advanced), Chinese (advanced), Shanghainese (advanced), and Spanish (intermediate).
Let’s connect
Interested in imaging, AI, or population health?
I welcome conversations about research collaborations, clinical innovation, and projects that move useful ideas into practice.
juliozhang107@gmail.com ↗