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Dawn Graham is an Associate Professor affiliated with the Heritage College of Osteopathic Medicine and the College of Arts and Sciences at Ohio University. She is based at Heritage Hall on the Athens Campus and is a core member of the Center for Intervention Research in Schools. Her work bridges social medicine, community psychology, and public health, with a strong emphasis on rural and underserved populations.
Her research interests include:
- Community Psychology
- Rural Health
- Trauma-Informed Care
- Behavioral Health and Primary Care Integration
- Global Health and Study Abroad Impact
- Wellness and Mental Health
- Health Policy and Systemic Change
Dr. Graham conducts qualitative research on integrated health care in rural U.S. settings and explores how interdisciplinary teamwork affects patient care. She is also involved in international research in southern Africa and local initiatives on diabetes awareness. Her work emphasizes compassion fatigue among healthcare providers and the development of trauma-informed curricula for primary care.
Although no publications are listed in the provided text, her research spans global, national, and local levels, focusing on systemic health improvement through interdisciplinary collaboration, education, and community engagement.
Dr. Graham is actively involved in teaching and curriculum development, serving as the instructor of record for the Pathways to Health and Wellness Curriculum. She collaborates with colleagues across the College of Health Sciences and Professions and Global Studies, and contributes to grant-funded and university-sponsored research projects aimed at improving health outcomes in underserved areas.
She also practices part-time at Ohio University’s Hudson Health Center, integrating clinical experience with academic and research work.
