Lana M. Minshew

Lana M. Minshew, PhD, is an Assistant Professor in the Clinical Sciences Department at the Medical College of Wisconsin (MCW) School of Pharmacy. Her work focuses on health professions education, particularly exploring the interplay between educational theory, teaching practices, and learning outcomes. She is also dedicated to advancing diversity, equity, and inclusion in educational environments. Prior to her role at MCW, she completed a postdoctoral fellowship at the University of North Carolina’s Eshelman School of Pharmacy.

Education:

• PhD, Learning Sciences and Psychological Studies, University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill (2018)
• MEd, Educational Psychology, University of Houston (2012)
• BA, Education with a Minor in Philosophy, University of St. Thomas (2006)

Research Interests:

Dr. Minshew’s research examines teaching practices in didactic and experiential learning environments, cultural competency in healthcare education, and the application of qualitative and mixed-methods approaches. She investigates how educational theories translate into clinical settings and develops tools to enhance cultural intelligence among pharmacy students and faculty. Her work also addresses student well-being, including stress management and time-use patterns in pre-clinical and clinical training phases.

Recent Trends in Publications:

Her articles emphasize innovative pedagogical strategies, such as cognitive apprenticeship frameworks for preceptor development, and the role of journal clubs in knowledge translation. She also explores creative methods like comic-based stress management and model-based assessments to improve educational outcomes. Her research consistently bridges theory and practice, with a focus on equity and student success.

Labs/Teams:

Dr. Minshew is affiliated with the Center for Advancing Population Sciences at MCW, where she collaborates on projects addressing educational equity and effective mentorship programs.