Mariam Kayle

Dr. Mariam Kayle is an Associate Professor at the Duke University School of Nursing, where she leads a robust program of research focused on improving health outcomes for individuals with sickle cell disease (SCD) and other childhood-onset chronic conditions. She co-directs the North Carolina Sickle Cell Data Collection Program, a state-level surveillance initiative supported by the CDC, and holds multiple roles in public health, nursing education, and policy research.

Education:

• Ph.D., Duke University (2017)
• M.S.N., Duke University (2005)

Research Interests:

Dr. Kayle’s research centers on population-level surveillance of sickle cell disease, transition of care from pediatric to adult services, and health policy evaluation. Her work addresses disparities in care, emergency department utilization, and the long-term health outcomes of adolescents and young adults with chronic illnesses. She also explores health equity, medical responsibility transitions, and nursing education innovation.

Recent Publications Trend:

Her recent publications span from 2025 to 2015, with a clear focus on sickle cell disease, transition care, public health surveillance, and nursing education. These works are published in high-impact journals such as Pediatric Blood & Cancer, Blood Advances, and Nursing Outlook, reflecting her interdisciplinary impact across hematology, public health, and nursing science.

Grants and Funding:

• Principal Investigator, North Carolina Sickle Cell Data Collection Program (2024–present)
• Principal Investigator, Capacity Building for Sickle Cell Disease Surveillance (CDC, 2019–2020)
• Co-Investigator, NIH-funded SCD Care Improvement Initiative (2016–2023)
• Fellowship PI, American Nurses Foundation (2013–2015)

Teaching and Service:

Dr. Kayle teaches courses in nursing care of children, evidence-based practice, and secondary data analysis. She has served on the Duke Academic Council and contributed to the Faculty Curriculum on Anti-Racism, demonstrating her commitment to inclusive education and institutional service.