Roberta Thomas

Roberta Thomas is an Associate Professor of Nursing at the McAuley School of Nursing, University of Detroit Mercy, based at the Grand Rapids campus. She has taught at the University since February 2000 and founded the collaborative nursing program with Detroit Mercy, Aquinas College, and Trinity Health Grand Rapids.

Her educational background includes:

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing from Texas Woman’s University
• Master of Science in Nursing from Rush University
• Doctorate in Nursing from Wayne State University
• Degrees from Central Michigan University and University of North Texas

With over 20 years of clinical experience as an advanced practitioner, Dr. Thomas specializes in oncology, pain management, and hospice/palliative care while currently working part-time as a psychiatric nurse practitioner. Her research spans:

• Oncology
• Hospice and Palliative Care
• Pain Management
• Psychiatric Nursing
• Perinatal Mood and Anxiety Disorders
• End of Life Care
• Caregiving

She has presented on these topics internationally, though specific publication trends aren't detailed. No information was provided regarding scientific awards, student advising, grant funding, or laboratory teams.