Catherine Dube

Catherine E. Dube, EdD, is a Professor in the Department of Population and Quantitative Health Sciences at UMass Chan Medical School, with joint appointments in Epidemiology and graduate programs including the Masters in Clinical Investigation and Population Health Sciences. Her research focuses on geriatric health outcomes, nursing home quality, and pain management for vulnerable populations.

Education:

• EdD in Educational Media & Technology, Boston University
• MED in Educational Media & Technology, Boston University
• BA in Communication & Theater, Boston College

Dr. Dube's interdisciplinary work examines healthcare disparities in long-term care settings, particularly regarding pain recognition and management in cognitively impaired older adults. Her methodological approaches include Delphi studies, systematic reviews, and analyses of racial/ethnic variations in care experiences. Recent projects investigate pandemic impacts on nursing homes and diagnostic delays in chronic conditions.

Her publications demonstrate consistent focus on improving quality metrics for geriatric care through stakeholder engagement and evidence-based protocols.