Deepika Goyal

Dr. Deepika Goyal is a Professor of Nursing and Program Director of the Family Nurse Practitioner Program at San Jose State University. She also serves as Graduate Nursing Programs Coordinator and Adjunct Faculty at the University of San Francisco. With 16 years of experience, her expertise spans maternal mental health, women’s health, and global health initiatives. She maintains a clinical practice at Santa Clara Valley Medical Center’s OB/GYN department while leading community health projects in Kenya.

Education:

• PhD in Nursing (Minor in Education), UCSF, 2007
• MS in Nursing (FNP Certificate), San Jose State University, 2002
• BS in Nursing, San Jose State University, 2000
• ADN, De Anza Community College, 1998

Research Focus:Her work emphasizes maternal mental health among Asian American women and global health equity, particularly in rural Kenyan communities. Notable contributions include pioneering studies on perinatal depression and pandemic impacts on marginalized populations.

Key Contributions:Her publications analyze healthcare worker perspectives in Kenya, racial disparities in mental health research, and telehealth efficacy. She actively addresses vaccine hesitancy through the National Nurse-Led Care Consortium’s advisory committee.

Recognition:

• UCSF Betty Irene and Gordon Moore Doctoral Fellowship (2004)

Global Engagement:Regularly travels to Kenya for nurse education and healthcare provision in rural areas, including workshops on cervical cancer screening and maternal care.