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Kimberly Hillyer, DNP is an Assistant Professor at Loma Linda University School of Nursing with expertise spanning neonatology, genomics, and critical care nursing. Her academic journey at Loma Linda University includes an Associate in Science (2000), Bachelor of Science (2001), Master of Science (2006), and Doctor of Nursing Practice (2017).
Dr. Hillyer's research focuses on the integration of genomic medicine into neonatal intensive care, with particular emphasis on rapid whole genome and exome sequencing applications for critically ill newborns. Her work bridges the gap between advanced genetic diagnostics and bedside nursing practice, examining how these technologies can accelerate diagnosis and improve treatment decisions in the NICU setting.
Analysis of her publication record from 2021-2025 reveals a growing emphasis on genomic applications in neonatal care, with recent articles addressing rapid sequencing implementation, congenital infections, and genetic disorders in premature infants. Her research demonstrates increasing sophistication in translating genomic technologies into practical clinical workflows.
Dr. Hillyer currently serves as an investigator on three significant research projects: the CaLI Trial examining surfactant administration methods for preterm infants, a NIH-funded trial comparing umbilical cord milking with delayed cord clamping, and the MINVI trial focused on cord milking in non-vigorous infants. These projects demonstrate her commitment to evidence-based approaches for improving neonatal outcomes through innovative interventions.
As an educator and researcher, Dr. Hillyer offers students opportunities to engage with cutting-edge neonatal genomic research and participate in NIH-funded clinical trials. Her work represents an important intersection of nursing science, genomics, and neonatal critical care that is increasingly relevant in modern healthcare.
