Patricia Carter

Dr. Patricia Carter is a Professor and PhD Program Director at the University of Texas Medical Branch (UTMB) School of Nursing and School of Health Professions. Her research focuses on sleep health, oncology nursing, dementia care, and caregiver support. She has contributed extensively to publications in these fields and holds certifications as a Clinical Nurse Specialist (CNS) and Fellow in academic nursing leadership.

• PhD in Nursing Science from University of California Los Angeles
• Master of Science in Nursing from University of California Los Angeles
• Bachelor of Science in Nursing from California State University Fullerton
• Associate Degree in Nursing from Cypress College

Her work explores sleep-wake disturbances in oncology, sleep hygiene interventions, and resilience in nursing professionals. Recent studies address prostate cancer survivorship, dementia care planning, and health disparities among caregivers.

Dr. Carter has received prestigious awards including the Janis Carelock Teaching Award and recognition as a Texas 10 inspirational faculty member. She has secured grants from NIH, HRSA, and university intramural programs for sleep research and nursing education.

• Texas Family First - Evaluation: DFPS, 2024
• Nurse Faculty Loan Program: HRSA, 2022
• Cancer Patient and Family Caregiver Study: University of Alabama, 2021

She is affiliated with organizations like the Sleep Research Society, American Academy of Sleep Medicine, and Oncology Nursing Society.