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Katherine Parris Frey, PhD, RN, MS, MPH, is an Associate Scientist in the Department of Health Policy and Management at the Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health. She serves as the Director of the Institutional Review Board (IRB) and is a key leader in the Major Extremity Trauma Research Consortium (METRC), where she acts as Associate Director for Protocol Development and Implementation. Her work bridges clinical nursing, public health, and health policy, with a focus on improving outcomes for trauma patients.
Education:
- PhD, University of Maryland School of Nursing, 2017
- MS, University of Maryland School of Nursing, 2010
- MPH, Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health, 2000
- RN, Maryland Board of Nursing, 2011
Dr. Frey’s research centers on orthopedic trauma, rehabilitation outcomes, pain, precision medicine, and implementation science. She has extensive experience coordinating multi-center interdisciplinary studies, including the National Study on Costs and Outcomes of Trauma Care and the Prevent Clot Study. Her work aims to improve the quality of healthcare delivery for trauma patients through evidence-based interventions and systems research.
Her recent publications (2024) reflect a strong focus on patient-centered outcomes, including cognitive-behavioral physical therapy, medication satisfaction, multicenter trial design, and psychosocial aspects of recovery such as posttraumatic growth. These studies predominantly appear in high-impact orthopedic and clinical journals, demonstrating her leadership in trauma research methodology and outcomes assessment.
Scientific Awards:
- AAOS Kappa Delta Award (METRC), 2023
Dr. Frey has played critical advisory and leadership roles in major trauma research initiatives. While no formal advisees are listed, her position as a senior researcher and IRB director suggests significant mentorship and collaboration with junior investigators. She has contributed to numerous federally and foundation-funded studies, particularly through METRC, which receives substantial NIH support.
She is actively involved in the Major Extremity Trauma and Rehabilitation Consortium (METRC), a national research network dedicated to improving outcomes for patients with severe orthopedic injuries. Her work in this consortium includes protocol development, implementation science, and data analysis across multiple institutions.
