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Dana Beck, PhD, MSN, MS, FNP-BC is an Assistant Professor at the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA) School of Nursing. Her work focuses on sexual and reproductive health, health services research, and policy development, with a particular emphasis on maternal health in under-resourced communities. She is a current NIH Loan Repayment Awardee and maintains an active clinical practice in nurse practitioner roles.
Education:
- Bachelor of Arts in Anthropology (2006) – University of Michigan and Université de Gaston Berger, Senegal
- Bachelor of Science in Nursing (2013) – University of Michigan
- Master of Science in Nursing (2017) – University of Michigan
- PhD in Nursing (2020) – University of Michigan
- Master of Science in Health and Healthcare Research (2021) – University of Michigan
Research Interests: Dr. Beck’s work addresses community mobilization strategies for maternal health, perinatal mental health integration with behavioral health services, and trauma-informed care. She has conducted global research in Ethiopia and Zambia, focusing on interventions like maternity waiting homes and policy solutions for vulnerable populations. Her projects emphasize collaboration with communities to co-design equitable healthcare systems.
Articles Trends: Her recent publications highlight maternal cardiovascular health, implementation science for perinatal mental health interventions, and the intersection of substance use (e.g., cannabis, e-cigarettes) with pregnancy outcomes. She also explores trauma-informed care measurement tools and health disparities in NICU-related mental health diagnoses.
Awards:
- NIH Loan Repayment Award (NICHD)
Advising & Grants: While no specific advisees are listed, her NIH-funded work exemplifies grant-driven research. She collaborates across disciplines, including public health, policy, and clinical practice, to advance maternal and behavioral health initiatives.
Labs/Teams: Engages in interdisciplinary teams focused on global health partnerships, community health systems strengthening, and trauma-informed care frameworks.
