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Leila Ledbetter

Prof Library Staff
Medical Center Library & Archives
10 Bryan Searle Dr, DUMC 3702, Durham, NC 27710
10 Searle Center Drive, DUMC 3702, Durham, NC 27710

Overview


Leila is the library liaison to the School of Nursing.

As a research specialist, Leila works with faculty, staff and students to provide library services such as: systematic reviews of the literature; classes on evidence-based practice, resources and tools; research consultations; and office hours.

AHIP, Academy of Health Information Professionals Distinguished Member
MLIS, School of Information Studies, University of Wisconsin at Milwaukee
BS, Biology, Marietta College

Current Appointments & Affiliations


Recent Publications


Experiences of cancer-related stigma in Africa: A scoping review.

Journal Article Int J Cancer · June 15, 2025 Cancer is a major health issue, particularly in low- and middle-income countries where 70% of cancer deaths occur. Stigma and barriers to screening and treatment lead to poor outcomes. We conducted structured searches of PubMed, Embase, MEDLINE, CINAHL, an ... Full text Link to item Cite

Social determinants of health, diet, and symptom experiences in colorectal cancer survivors: A scoping review.

Journal Article Supportive care in cancer : official journal of the Multinational Association of Supportive Care in Cancer · May 2025 PurposeColorectal cancer is the third most common cancer in the United States, and many colorectal cancer survivors often experience various symptoms significantly influenced by diet. Although it is known that social determinants of health can lea ... Full text Cite

ASRA pain medicine narrative review and expert practice recommendations for gastric point-of-care ultrasound to assess aspiration risk in medically complex patients undergoing regional anesthesia and pain procedures.

Journal Article Reg Anesth Pain Med · April 18, 2025 Gastric point-of-care ultrasound (POCUS) may offer clinical value in assessing aspiration risk among medically complex patients undergoing regional anesthesia and pain procedures. While the American Society of Anesthesiologists (ASA) preoperative fasting g ... Full text Link to item Cite
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