Katherine Erdman

Katherine Erdman is an Assistant Professor at Baylor College of Medicine, holding dual appointments in the School of Health Professions and the Center for Medical Ethics and Health Policy. She specializes in physician assistant education and medical ethics, with a focus on chronic disease management and mental health stigma reduction. Dr. Erdman’s work emphasizes improving healthcare education through innovative curricula and evidence-based practices.

Education:

• Bachelor of Science from University of Texas Medical Branch (1995)
• Master of Physician Assistant Studies from University of Nebraska Medical Center (2002), specializing in Internal Medicine

Research interests include medical ethics, physician assistant training, and chronic fatigue syndrome. Her publications reflect a commitment to advancing healthcare education and clinical practice. She has been recognized as a Distinguished Fellow of the American Academy of Physician Assistants.

Professional roles include former Chair of the Baylor College of Medicine Student Disability Committee. Her work bridges clinical practice, education, and ethical decision-making in healthcare.