Eric Messner

Eric Messner is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Family and Community Medicine at The Pennsylvania State University. He holds advanced credentials including a PhD in Nursing and an MS in Nursing from Penn State, alongside earlier degrees in Life Science, Management, and Nursing. His expertise spans resident well-being, primary care challenges, pediatric pain management, and evidence-based strategies in healthcare.

Education:

• PhD in Nursing, The Pennsylvania State University (2010)
• MS in Nursing, The Pennsylvania State University (1997)
• BSN, York College of Pennsylvania (1994)
• AA in Life Science, Harrisburg Area Community College (1993)
• BS in Management, The Pennsylvania State University (1988)

Research Interests: Dr. Messner focuses on improving healthcare provider well-being, particularly during crises like the COVID-19 pandemic. His work addresses burnout mitigation, barriers to primary care access, and evidence-based approaches to pediatric pain management in emergency settings. He advocates for systemic changes to enhance resident resilience and patient outcomes.

Articles Trends: His publications reflect a trajectory from early work on pediatric procedural pain to later studies on pandemic-related healthcare worker stress. Key themes include interprofessional collaboration, policy impacts on care delivery, and leveraging evidence-based practices to address clinical challenges.

Scientific Awards:

• Excellent Educational Learning Environment Award (Student-selected, 2020)
• Exceptional Teacher Award (Student-selected, 2011)
• Resident/Employee of the Month (2008)
• Scholarship in Education Award (2020)

Advising & Grants: While specific grants are not detailed here, his research aligns with UN Sustainable Development Goals for quality education and good health. His advisory focus likely extends to medical trainees addressing frontline healthcare challenges.