Temitope Jose, MD

Background & Expertise

Dr. Temitope Jose is a Brooklyn native, pediatrician, and dedicated medical educator whose career at SUNY Downstate has spanned more than 20 years. After completing medical school and residency at New York University School of Medicine, he welcomed the opportunity to return to the community where he was raised and to serve its children and families. He began his career focused on delivering compassionate, high-quality pediatric care and later expanded his work to include medical education and academic leadership. As pediatrics clerkship director, Dr. Jose devoted himself to creating an educational, engaging, and enjoyable clerkship experience for medical students while emphasizing the importance of clinical excellence, professionalism, and patient-centered care. In his role as Dean of Clinical Medicine, he has carried this philosophy beyond pediatrics, working to support students and strengthen the educational experience across all clinical rotations. Dr. Jose has also maintained a longstanding commitment to his community through participation in food pantries, health fairs, school forums, and community board meetings. In recognition of his sustained contributions to medical education and community service, he has been the recipient of numerous teaching and community awards.

Education & Training

Undergraduate:
Sophie Davis School of Biomedical Education

Medical School:
New York University

Residency:
New York University

Research Interests

Pediatric Obesity
Medical Education