Marjorie Pyron

Dr. Marjorie Pyron is an Associate Professor of Nursing at the University of St. Francis, specializing in maternal/child health, obstetrics, and nursing education. She transitioned to academia in 2013 after 26 years in maternal-child health nursing and leadership roles, including managing a perinatal office for high-risk pregnancies. Her awards include the Outstanding Teaching Award (2013–2014), Professor of the Month (2017–2018), and Excellence in Education Award (2017–2018). She teaches Advanced Health Assessment, DNP Project 1, and maternal/child health courses.

Education:

• Master’s thesis, The University of Oklahoma (1994): Focused on childbirth class participation barriers among multiparous mothers.

Research Interests:

• Maternal health protocols and neonatal care
• Traumatic birthing experiences and nurse-patient dynamics
• Workplace accommodations for pregnant women
• Breastfeeding advocacy and Baby-Friendly initiatives

Publications/Trends: Her work spans clinical nursing, education, and maternal health outcomes, with a focus on improving patient care through evidence-based practices and interdisciplinary collaboration.

Grants/Advising: No specific grants or graduate advising roles listed.

Labs/Teams: Likely contributes to nursing education and maternal health initiatives at the University of St. Francis, though specific lab affiliations are not detailed.