Andrea Doctor

Andrea Doctor, Ph.D., is an Associate Professor of Nursing at the University of the District of Columbia Community College, affiliated with the School of Nursing Allied Health and Life and Physical Sciences. She holds a Ph.D. in Nursing (Magna Cum Laude, The Catholic University of America), a Master of Science in Nursing (Magna Cum Laude, Chamberlain University College of Nursing), and a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (Magna Cum Laude, Chamberlain University College of Nursing). Her expertise spans nursing education, clinical research coordination, accreditation, and healthcare program development.

• Doctor of Philosophy in Nursing, Magna Cum Laude, The Catholic University of America
• Master of Science in Nursing, Magna Cum Laude, Chamberlain University College of Nursing
• Bachelor of Science in Nursing, Magna Cum Laude, Chamberlain University College of Nursing
• Associate Degree in Nursing, University of District of Columbia
• Licensed Practical Nurse, Florida Community College of Jacksonville

Her research focuses on clinical trials management, patient care within research contexts, and compliance with study protocols. Recent publications examine critical issues such as nursing workforce ethics, pandemic impacts on allied health education, and microaggressions in nursing classrooms. She has contributed to discussions on HBCU nursing program history and sex trafficking awareness in clinical settings.

Doctor has received notable recognitions, including:

• Fellow, Organization of Associate Degree Nursing (2024)
• Commissioner, National League for Nursing (NLN) CENA Board (2021-24)
• Star Nurse Finalist, Washington Post
• 2020 Florence Nightingale Bicentennial Contribution Award
• Fellow for Excellence in Leadership and Teaching (OADN, 2024)

She has presented at national conferences on topics ranging from professional nursing strategies to sexual assault awareness and serves as a Site Evaluator for nursing accreditation programs. Her work bridges clinical practice, pedagogical innovation, and policy advocacy.