Experts

I bring experience leading a wide range of community coalitions and projects, including work focused on infant safety, mental health education, school gardens, human trafficking prevention, and aging safely at home. Throughout my career, I have prioritized elevating the voices of the community we serve and using their insights, perspectives, and lived experiences as the foundation for program planning and decision-making. What I value most about this work is ensuring that our efforts are meaningful and effective through clear, measurable outcomes.

I have a background in recreational therapy with eight years of experience, primarily working in long-term care and oncology settings. Throughout my career, I've developed a passion for helping individuals improve their quality of life through therapeutic activities. Recently, I completed a Master of Health Administration (MHA) degree, and I'm excited to transition into this new role as a DukeWELL Care Coordinator. I’m eager to apply my clinical experience and newly acquired skills to contribute to improving health outcomes for diverse populations.

Katherine, or “Kat” as she prefers to be called, is a nurse who has been with Duke Health since she was a new graduate nurse in 2014 after an 11-year career in Public Radio. She began her nursing career in the Duke University Hospital Emergency Department, and has since worked for the health system as a Sexual Assault Nurse Examiner (SANE), a Transfer Center Nurse, the Duke Health SANE Program Manager, and now as PHMO's Population Health Nurse for the Duke Foster Care Clinic. In 2020, she obtained her MSN in Nursing Informatics.

I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with experience in community based behavioral health and medical case management. I have always had a passion for working with children and families in various capacities. I enjoy collaborating with others for a common goal to enhance the wellbeing of individuals in need.