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Kathryn Swartwout, PhD, APN, FNP-BC, is an Associate Professor in the Department of Community, Systems and Mental Health Nursing at Rush University's College of Nursing. She holds a PhD in Nursing from Rush University, an MS in Community FNP from Rush, and a BSN from Vanderbilt University. Her work focuses on nursing education, clinical practicum development, and addressing health disparities through care coordination and population health strategies.
Dr. Swartwout's research emphasizes leveraging interprofessional collaboration to improve patient outcomes, particularly among underserved populations. She has pioneered models like the Activation and Coordination (ACT) Team to integrate social determinants of health into primary care. Her contributions span clinical training innovations, fiscal strategies for practicum programs, and advancing nurse practitioner roles in healthcare leadership.
Her publications address topics including mental health practicums in homeless shelters, cultural competency in clinical care, and optimizing care coordination to reduce disparities. While no specific awards are listed, her work reflects significant contributions to nursing education and clinical practice improvement.
Dr. Swartwout actively engages in curriculum development, advocating for nurse practitioner training in underserved settings. She has collaborated on projects targeting HIV-infected populations, adolescent health, and primary care innovation, ensuring her research aligns with real-world healthcare challenges.
