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Evan Robert Myers

Walter L. Thomas Distinguished Professor of Obstetrics and Gynecology in the School of Medicine
Obstetrics and Gynecology, Women's Community & Population Health
Box 3279 Med Ctr, Durham, NC 27710
244 Baker House, Durham, NC 27710

Overview


My research interests are broadly in the application of quantitative methods, especially mathematical modeling and decision analysis, to problems in women's health. Recent and current activities include integration of simulation modeling and systematic reviews to inform decisions surrounding cervical, ovarian, and breast cancer prevention and control, screening for postpartum depression, and management of uterine fibroids.    We are also engaged in exploring methods for integrating guidelines development and research prioritization.    In addition, I have ongoing collaborations using the tools of decision analysis with faculty in other clinical areas  Research is conducted through the Division of Reproductive Sciences in the Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, the Evidence Synthesis Group in the Duke Clinical Research Institute, and the Duke Cancer Institute.  I'm also the course director for CRP 259, "Decision Sciences in Clinical Research", in Duke's Clinical Research Training Program.

Current Appointments & Affiliations


Walter L. Thomas Distinguished Professor of Obstetrics and Gynecology in the School of Medicine · 2012 - Present Obstetrics and Gynecology, Women's Community & Population Health, Obstetrics and Gynecology
Professor of Obstetrics and Gynecology · 2019 - Present Obstetrics and Gynecology, Women's Community & Population Health, Obstetrics and Gynecology
Member of the Duke Cancer Institute · 1996 - Present Duke Cancer Institute, Institutes and Centers
Core Faculty Member, Duke-Margolis Institute for Health Policy · 2024 - Present Duke-Margolis Institute for Health Policy, University Initiatives & Academic Support Units

In the News


Published March 19, 2025
Uterine Fibroids are Common But Overlooked. How Duke Researchers Are Filling the Gap.
Published May 9, 2016
Study Seeks Women’s Insights on What Works Best for Uterine Fibroids
Published April 29, 2016
Why fewer triplets are being born in the U.S.

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Recent Publications


Electronic Clinical Decision Support Tools to Manage Patients with Lower Respiratory Tract Infection: Clinicians' Perspectives in Sri Lanka.

Journal Article Am J Trop Med Hyg · May 7, 2025 In low-resource settings, providers often manage lower respiratory tract infections (LRTIs) without diagnostic tests, which may cause antibacterial overuse. Electronic clinical decision support tools (eCDSTs) can support evidence-based decision-making and ... Full text Link to item Cite

Future reproductive outcomes and contraceptive access in the first year postpartum after non-receipt of postpartum permanent contraception.

Journal Article Contraception · April 29, 2025 OBJECTIVE: Our objective was to compare pregnancy, contraceptive uptake, and health care utilization in the 365 days following delivery, between those who requested and did not receive permanent contraception and those who requested other types of postpart ... Full text Link to item Cite

Reported changes in romantic and sexual behavior among college and graduate students during COVID-19.

Journal Article J Am Coll Health · April 2025 Objective: To understand changes in romantic and sexual behavior among college and graduate students in North Carolina during COVID-19. Participants: Participants were between 18-30 years old and enrolled in a two- or four-year college or graduate program ... Full text Link to item Cite
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Recent Grants


Advancing Reproductive Rheumatology through Research Mentoring

ResearchCollaborator · Awarded by National Institutes of Health · 2024 - 2029

UrogynCREST Program

ResearchCourse Faculty · Awarded by Eunice Kennedy Shriver National Institute of Child Health and Human Development · 2019 - 2029

Duke KURe Program

Inst. Training Prgm or CMEMentor · Awarded by National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases · 2013 - 2028

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Education, Training & Certifications


University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill · 1992 M.P.H.
University of Pennsylvania · 1988 M.D.