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
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2012 - Present
Obstetrics and Gynecology, Women's Community & Population Health,
Obstetrics and Gynecology
Professor of Obstetrics and Gynecology
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2019 - Present
Obstetrics and Gynecology, Women's Community & Population Health,
Obstetrics and Gynecology
Member of the Duke Cancer Institute
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1996 - Present
Duke Cancer Institute,
Institutes and Centers
Core Faculty Member, Duke-Margolis Institute for Health Policy
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2024 - Present
Duke-Margolis Institute for Health Policy,
University Initiatives & Academic Support Units
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 CiteFuture 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 CiteReported 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 CiteRecent Grants
Advancing Reproductive Rheumatology through Research Mentoring
ResearchCollaborator · Awarded by National Institutes of Health · 2024 - 2029UrogynCREST Program
ResearchCourse Faculty · Awarded by Eunice Kennedy Shriver National Institute of Child Health and Human Development · 2019 - 2029Duke KURe Program
Inst. Training Prgm or CMEMentor · Awarded by National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases · 2013 - 2028View All Grants
Education, Training & Certifications
University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill ·
1992
M.P.H.
University of Pennsylvania ·
1988
M.D.