Ana Kelly

Ana Kelly, PhD, BSN, RN, FAAN is an Associate Professor of Nursing at Columbia University School of Nursing with expertise in global infectious disease management. Her work bridges clinical practice, public health policy, and international healthcare systems, focusing on resource-limited settings.

• BS in Human Biology, Michigan State University (2001)
• BSN in Nursing, Michigan State University (2007)
• PhD in Nursing, Michigan State University (2015)
• Fellowship, Columbia University School of Nursing (2017)

Dr. Kelly's research centers on multidrug-resistant tuberculosis (MDR-TB) and HIV co-infection, with pioneering work in task-sharing models between nurses and physicians in South Africa. Her investigations into infection control compliance among nursing students and antimicrobial resistance patterns in community settings demonstrate translational impact from clinical practice to public health policy. She employs mixed-methods approaches spanning epidemiological analysis, cost-effectiveness studies, and qualitative assessments of patient-clinician communication.

Analysis of her 2014-2017 publications reveals consistent focus on optimizing TB/HIV care delivery in high-burden regions through nurse-led interventions, while expanding into antimicrobial resistance surveillance and pediatric infection prevention. Her work shows strong geographic emphasis on South Africa and New York City, with methodological diversity spanning scoping reviews, nationwide surveys, and implementation science.

Scientific recognition includes:

• Sigma Theta Tau International Global Nursing Research Grant (2013)
• AACN/Johnson & Johnson Minority Nurse Faculty Scholar Award (2011-2012)

Through Fulbright Scholarship activities in Malawi (2019) and ongoing South Africa collaborations since 2013, Dr. Kelly has established international research mentorship networks. Her Peace Corps service in Namibia (2001-2003) underpins decades of commitment to global health equity, with current work emphasizing capacity building in nurse-led TB/HIV care models.