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Ashley Z. Ritter is an Assistant Professor at the Hunter-Bellevue School of Nursing, City University of New York (CUNY). With over two decades of experience in clinical, academic, and community-based settings, she specializes in translational research focused on improving care for older adults with complex medical and social needs.
- Educational Background:
- PhD in Nursing, University of Pennsylvania (2018)
- MSHP in Health Policy, University of Pennsylvania (2020)
- MSN in Adult Gerontologic Nurse Practitioner, University of Pennsylvania (2010)
- BSN in Nursing, University of Pennsylvania (2007)
Dr. Ritter’s research emphasizes implementation science, community-engagement, and mixed methodology to address challenges in aging populations, including substance use disorder, dementia, and homelessness. Her work prioritizes collaboration with providers and stakeholders to align therapeutic approaches with lived experiences.
She co-founded the award-winning non-profit Those Nerdy Girls, promoting science communication during the COVID-19 pandemic. Her accolades include the Ida B. Wells Public Engagement Award and Fellow status at the Philadelphia College of Physicians.
- Scientific Awards and Honors:
- Pennsbury High School Hall of Fame Award (2023)
- Ida B. Wells Public Engagement Award (2023)
- Nancy Tatum RN Award (2022)
- Fellow, Philadelphia College of Physicians (2022)
- Young Alumni Award of Merit, University of Pennsylvania (2020)
- Robert Wood Johnson Foundation Future of Nursing Predoctoral Scholar (2015)
Dr. Ritter’s advocacy for social justice and healthcare equity drives her efforts to reform systems through science, ensuring older adults achieve financial, social, and health stability.
