Dana L Brandenburg

Dana L Brandenburg is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Family Medicine and Community Health at the University of Minnesota. Her work focuses on public health, preventive medicine, and health communication, particularly addressing stigma and health behavior.

• Key Research Themes: Weight management, patient-physician communication, health disparities, and family dynamics.
• Projects: Notable grants include the UMatter: 5-2-1-0 at Home initiative (2015-2016) and research on patient complexity in primary care (2010-2011).

Her recent articles highlight interdisciplinary approaches to health behavior, with a focus on childhood obesity, pharmacological interventions in diabetes, and stigma reduction in healthcare. Collaborations with institutions like Clearway Minnesota and UCare Minnesota underscore her community-engaged research.

• SDG Contributions: Align with goals related to Good Health and Well-being (SDG 3) and Reduced Inequalities (SDG 10).