From playing a critical role in supporting U.S. personnel as part of the 65th General Hospital Unit in England during World War II, to welcoming the first male students at DUSON during the Vietnam War as part of the U.S. Navy Enlisted Nursing Education Program, to developing a strong presence of…
While telehealth became a critical way to monitor patients during the pandemic, this study aims to broaden the scope and impact of remote health care and data collection. “What’s so novel about this is that we are generating evidence to scale telehealth to patients,” Shaw said. “We’ve pushed the…
After the bombing of Pearl Harbor in December 1941, the United States officially entered the war. U.S. involvement resulted in an increased need for nurses, and on July 1, 1943, the Nursing Training Act was signed into law, officially establishing the Cadet Nurse Corps Program. This program was…
“If a patient does not fit that typical case example that we are given throughout healthcare education, are they being underrecognized and undertreated? Does it take providers longer to recognize some of these issues?” asked Polick, whose one-year pilot study is through the Veteran’s Affairs (VA)…
Rwanda lost a million people to genocide in the 1990s, including many of the nation’s medically trained professionals. And in Tanzania, as recently as 2018, there were no psychiatrists or psychologists at KCMC, one of the largest hospitals in the country.
“Historically, mental health just…
“Historically, mental health just…
“Even though it’s meant to be fun and entertaining, it also has a lot of good learning built into it,” said Associate Professor Margie Molloy, who helped organize the 8th annual event along with Duke Academy for Health Professions Education and Academic Development (AHEAD), Duke Area Health…
This fall’s cohort included 19 students (DUSON ABSN and Nursing PhD, 12 MS in Global Health, and two from Department of African American Studies), and featured students who’s area of study include bioethics, law, and medicine as well as nursing.
The online course requires two “live” zoom sessions…
“It’s important that we recognize and support diversity, equity, and inclusion efforts because of who we are as a country,” Grant says, noting that DEI offices across the nation are facing a tough political climate. “As America becomes more diverse, from a nursing perspective, we must be able…
At a time when health equity and social justice have never been more critical, Duke University School of Nursing (DUSON) stands firmly at the forefront of the movement.
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Michael Cary PhD, RN, FAAN, the Elizabeth C. Clipp Term Chair and Associate Professor at DUSON is emblematic of the…
The students presented their posters and in addition, four of the NNP students won awards for their posters and were recipients of the Robert “Bob” Rogers Poster Session Grant Fund. Joy Adeku and Sarah Defore both won 2nd place and Anjavi Sharma and Amanda Williams both won 3rd place. The grant…
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Duke School of Nursing (DUSON) proudly announces its Accelerated Bachelor of Science in Nursing (ABSN) program has achieved the prestigious #1 ranking in the recent US News & World Report (USNWR) rankings. This achievement is a testament to the school's unwavering commitment to excellence in…
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It is not too late to submit the 2024-25 Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) to be considered for federal loan funding. The FAFSA must be completed a certain way so follow the instructions below to…
According to NCNA, the organization was founded in 1902, and is a leading professional organization for North Carolina's registered nurses, they equip nurses to thrive in an ever-changing healthcare environment providing members with continuing education, networking, and legislative advocacy. Grant…
Margarita de la Fuente is the Director of Professional Practice and Magnet for Duke University Health System. de la Fuente began her nursing career at New York University's Langone Medical Center in New York, NY where she spent several years working in general medical/surgical units before…
The ADA Scholars Program offers a career development program for early-career professionals who treat and/or research diabetes and its complications. During the program, Cheng will receive guidance on her career path through development sessions and lectures, network, and communicate with veterans…
DUSON is thrilled to announce the Center for Latino Adolescent and Family Health (CLAFH) has been awarded the first year of CDC funding for a 5 year, $2.4 million dollar overall project to implement and evaluate an innovative intervention study entitled: “Development and Evaluation of a…
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The Duke School of Nursing (DUSON) is thrilled to celebrate the achievements of four of its esteemed faculty members who have been selected for induction into the prestigious 2023 Class of Fellows by the American Academy of Nursing (Academy…
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During this experience, the three scholars: Evelyn Campbell, Naomi Ejim, and Chika Okafor worked with DUSON faculty, advisors, staff, and students to develop an understanding of advanced practice nursing and support for successful admission to a graduate…
The nursing community and all whose lives have been touched by her legacy mourn the passing of the esteemed Ruby Wilson. The former Dean of the Duke School of Nursing (DUSON) passed away peacefully in her home on July 31, 2023, leaving behind a profound void in the hearts of her family, friends,…
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Feeling lonely can lead to sleepless nights for middle-aged and older adults.
In a study of 9,430 adults aged 50 and older, researchers from the New York University…