Lynne Wagner

Lynne Wagner, PhD, is a Professor in the Department of Health Policy and Management at the UNC Gillings School of Global Public Health. She specializes in health policy, oncology research, and psychosocial aspects of cancer care. Her work emphasizes clinical psychology and health care quality standards.

Education:

• PhD in Clinical Psychology, DePaul University (1997)
• MA in Clinical Psychology, DePaul University (1995)
• BS in Psychology, University of Michigan (1992)

Research Focus: Dr. Wagner’s research centers on health policy implementation, particularly in oncology settings. She has contributed to national initiatives like the Commission on Cancer’s Psychosocial Distress Screening Quality Standard. Her expertise spans clinical trial design, mentorship in oncology research, and improving patient outcomes through evidence-based practices.

Awards & Recognition:

• Recipient of NIH Clinical Research Loan Repayment Program (2013–2014)
• ECOG 2011 Young Investigator Award
• Plenary speaker at SWOG Group Meeting and American Psychosocial Oncology Society conferences

Advising & Grants: While specific grants are not detailed, her leadership in ECOG-ACRIN and SWOG groups indicates involvement in large-scale research networks. Mentorship is highlighted through her award nominations.

Location: 1104A McGavran-Greenberg Hall, Chapel Hill, NC 27599-7411