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Dr. Erin Emerson

New Publication: Evaluating Mental Health Screening Tools for South African Adolescent Girls and Young Women

Mental health disorders often emerge during adolescence, yet there is limited research validating commonly used screening tools for adolescent girls and young women (AGYW) in sub-Saharan Africa. This study evaluates the psychometric properties of the

Awardees

Departmental Rising Star and Faculty of the Year Award

Rising Star Award Christopher Fernandes, MD was honored with the Departmental Rising Star Award during the College of Medicine’s 2024 Faculty Recognition Ceremony. This award is presented to one junior faculty member who…

Sybil Hosek, PhD

Welcome Sybil Hosek, PhD, as the New Director of CDIS!

We are thrilled to welcome Sybil Hosek, PhD, as the new Director of the Center for Dissemination and Implementation Science (CDIS). With over 20 years of experience in HIV research and adolescent health, Dr. Hosek will lead CDIS in advancing health e

Dr. Dennis Watson

Sustaining Peer Support Programs Post-Funding

A study by Dr. Dennis Watson examines challenges in sustaining peer support programs for opioid recovery and offers strategies for long-term success.

Dr. Geri Donenberg

Youth Substance Use Emergency Visits During COVID-19

Explore a groundbreaking study by Dr. Fatih Summersett Williams and Dr. Geri Donenberg on the rise of substance use-related emergency department visits among youth with chronic conditions during COVID-19.

Dr. Geri Donenberg

Improving Tobacco Quitline Referrals

Dr. Geri Donenberg and the MiQUIT CARE study team highlight the need for enhanced training and systemic support to improve smoking cessation outcomes among underserved populations, focusing on healthcare providers' use of state tobacco quitlines.