Nicholas Edwardson

Dr. Nicholas Edwardson is an Associate Professor in the School of Public Administration at the University of New Mexico, focusing on the Master of Health Administration program. His research emphasizes innovation implementation, comparative effectiveness in healthcare, and organizational economics. He previously served as Assistant Director at the NSF-funded Center for Health Organization Transformation (CHOT), collaborating with institutions like Texas A&M University and Penn State. Edwardson holds a Ph.D. in Health Services Research from Texas A&M and an MS in Public Policy & Management from Carnegie Mellon University. His Peace Corps service (2006–2008) in Nicaragua informs his community-focused research. His work prioritizes addressing health disparities, particularly among American Indian populations in New Mexico, through participatory action research and evidence-based interventions.

Education:

• Ph.D. in Health Services Research, Texas A&M University
• MS in Public Policy & Management, Carnegie Mellon University

Research Interests: Dr. Edwardson’s work spans cancer screening implementation (e.g., colorectal, cervical, and breast cancers), organizational economics in healthcare systems, and health disparities mitigation. He employs mixed-methods approaches to evaluate interventions in tribal healthcare facilities and rural workplaces, emphasizing community engagement. His recent projects include analyzing colorectal cancer survival disparities by race/ethnicity and stage, and assessing molecular surveillance strategies for miners during the pandemic.

Advising & Grants: While specific grants or advisees are not detailed in the text, his role in CHOT and NSF collaborations suggests involvement in federally funded research. His academic position implies graduate student mentorship in health administration and public policy programs.

Labs/Teams: Formerly part of the NSF Industry-University Cooperative Research Center (CHOT), he collaborates with multidisciplinary teams addressing healthcare innovation and organizational transformation.