Jane Anderson

Jane Anderson, Ph.D., R.N., FNP-BC is an Associate Professor in the Department of Neurology at Baylor College of Medicine in Houston, Texas. She also serves as Associate Director and Nurse Practitioner for the Neurology Care Line at the Stroke Center of the Michael E. DeBakey Veterans Affairs Medical Center, demonstrating her dual commitment to academic medicine and clinical care for veterans.

Dr. Anderson earned her PhD from Texas Woman's University in 2008 and her MS from the University of Texas Health Science Center in 1991. Her educational background in nursing science and clinical practice has positioned her as a leader at the intersection of neurology and advanced practice nursing.

Dr. Anderson's research focuses on improving stroke care through innovative approaches. Her work spans several key areas including telestroke implementation, stroke rehabilitation, patient self-management, and nursing interventions for stroke patients. She has made significant contributions to understanding how telemedicine can enhance access to stroke care, particularly for veterans. Her research also examines the lived experiences of stroke survivors, the effectiveness of self-management programs, and the development of reliable screening tools for stroke complications like dysphagia. She has published extensively in high-impact journals across neurology, nursing, and rehabilitation disciplines.

Analysis of Dr. Anderson's recent publications reveals a strong emphasis on interdisciplinary collaboration in stroke care, with particular attention to veteran populations. Her work demonstrates how telemedicine can bridge gaps in stroke care delivery, improve patient outcomes, and enhance satisfaction among both providers and patients. She has also contributed significantly to understanding the implementation challenges and benefits of telestroke programs across distributed healthcare systems, with implications for healthcare policy and practice.

Dr. Anderson is actively involved in mentoring healthcare professionals through interprofessional training initiatives. Her work on distance learning curricula for quality improvement leaders has helped shape collaborative care models in stroke management.

As Associate Director of the Neurology Care Line at the Stroke Center of the Michael E. DeBakey Veterans Affairs Medical Center, Dr. Anderson contributes to clinical care, research, and program development. Her work with the Lone Star Stroke Consortium demonstrates her commitment to collaborative research models that advance stroke care across Texas and beyond.