معرفی
Jessica Stewart serves as Assistant Professor in the Department of Community & Behavioral Health Sciences at Augusta University's School of Public Health, with dual appointments reflecting her interdisciplinary focus on population health and behavioral interventions.
Education:
- Ph.D. in Health Services/Allied Health from Augusta University (2020)
- MPH in Public Health, General from Augusta University (2016)
- BA in Political Science and Government from McDaniel College (2007)
Research Expertise: Dr. Stewart's work bridges community health and clinical practice through community-engaged research methodologies. Her primary focus areas include diabetes prevention for vulnerable populations (particularly those with serious mental illness), cancer survivorship among minority groups, and mobile health interventions for pre-diabetic populations. She specializes in culturally responsive interventions addressing health disparities in African American communities and underserved rural populations.
Publication Trends: Her 2017-2024 publications demonstrate consistent focus ontranslational research from protocol development to implementation. Key themes include adapting evidence-based interventions for serious mental illness populations (2023), addressing racial disparities in uterine cancer care (2017), and leveraging technology for cardiovascular prevention (2017). Her 2024 athletic training education study reveals methodological evolution toward longitudinal assessment of professional training models.
Scientific Recognition:
- Douglas Elementary School Community Impact Award (2022)
- Columbia SHARP Program Research Scholarship (2021)
- Augusta University Faculty and Spouse Club Research Awards (2016, 2018)
- College of Allied Health Sciences Alumni Association Scholarship (2016)
Professional Service: Dr. Stewart actively bridges academia and community throughEdgefield County Youth Committee membership (2023-present) and mentorship roles. Hercommittee chair position since 2022 demonstrates institutional leadership, while herDPP Lifestyle Coaching andCommunity-Engaged Research certifications validate practical implementation expertise. She teaches graduate courses including MPHS 8300 Social Determinants and MPHC 7101 Health Management & Policy.
