معرفی
Dr. Audrey Swift is a Senior Lecturer in the Department of Community Health Sciences at the Max Rady College of Medicine, University of Manitoba. Her research focuses on aging studies, particularly exploring perceptions of control, frailty, and successful aging in older adults, with a focus on male populations through the Manitoba Follow-up Study. She holds an interdisciplinary PhD in psychology, community health sciences, and nursing from the University of Manitoba (2011).
Education:
- Interdisciplinary PhD, University of Manitoba (2011)
- MSc in Exercise and Sport Science, University of Manitoba (2004)
- Bachelor of Physical Education, University of Manitoba (2000)
- Medical Laboratory Technologist, Red River College (1981)
Research Interests: Her work investigates frailty and resilience in older men, veteran health trajectories, and ethno-cultural perspectives on aging. She employs mixed-methods approaches, including longitudinal cohort analysis and qualitative interviews to understand aging processes.
Teaching & Awards: Dr. Swift has taught undergraduate courses in the Interdisciplinary Health Program since 2007, focusing on social determinants of health. She received the 2014 Excellence in Teaching Award from the Manitoba Association of Home Economists.
Research Affiliations: Research Associate at the Manitoba Follow-up Study.
Key Contributions: Over 20 peer-reviewed articles since 2003, examining aging trajectories, control beliefs, and health outcomes in older populations. Her work bridges clinical, epidemiological, and sociological perspectives to inform public health strategies for aging populations.
