Overview
Dr. Docherty’s research is aimed at improving outcomes for children, adolescents, young adults and families undergoing treatment for life-limiting and chronic conditions. She studies how to improve care models, symptom management, and decision making from diagnosis through end of life. She has methodological expertise in the use of qualitative, mixed-methods, trajectory science and visualization methodologies for complex data exploration, and intervention development and testing.
Current Appointments & Affiliations
Associate Professor in the School of Nursing
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2011 - Present
School of Nursing
Vice Dean for Research
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2023 - Present
School of Nursing
Associate Professor in Pediatrics
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2011 - Present
Pediatrics,
Clinical Science Departments
Associate of the Duke Initiative for Science & Society
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2018 - Present
Duke Science & Society,
Initiatives
Member of the Duke Cancer Institute
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2024 - Present
Duke Cancer Institute,
Institutes and Centers
Education, Training & Certifications
University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill ·
1999
Ph.D.