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Dr. Ferrona Beason serves as an Assistant Professor in the Graduate Program of the Division of Nursing at Barry University, with extensive experience teaching both graduate and undergraduate nursing programs. Her clinical background spans adult health, women's health, and neonatology across diverse healthcare settings.
Her academic credentials include:
- BSN, Bachelor of Science in Nursing, Barry University, 1995
- MSN, Master of Science in Nursing-Family Nurse Practitioner, Barry University, 1999
- Ph.D., Nursing, Barry University, 2010
Dr. Beason's research critically addresses women's health disparities, with focused investigation into breast cancer morbidity and mortality patterns. Her neonatal research targets improved outcomes for premature and sick newborns, while her public health work develops evidence-based tobacco cessation interventions. She actively disseminates findings through international, regional, and local poster and podium presentations.
Professional leadership includes:
- Florida Nurses Association membership
- Sigma Theta Tau International Honor Society of Nursing (STTI) Lambda Chi chapter (served as Secretary 2008-2012; International Delegate 2009-2011)
- Association of Women’s Health, Obstetric and Neonatal Nurses (AWHONN) membership
- Former Memorial West Research Council member and research consultant
Community engagement features sustained volunteer work with underserved populations and significant church leadership roles since 2000, including Associate Youth Director, Sunday School teacher, medical team chair, and medical missions board member.
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