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Dr. Reem Mustafa is a Professor in the Department of Nephrology and Hypertension at the University of Kansas Medical Center School of Medicine. She also serves as Director of the Evidence-Based Practice and Impact Center (EPIC) and holds an adjunct associate professor position at McMaster University's Department of Clinical Epidemiology and Biostatistics.
Her educational background includes:
- MBBS from University of Jordan Faculty of Medicine
- Residency in Internal Medicine at State University of New York at Buffalo
- Fellowship in Nephrology at State University of New York at Buffalo
- Master of Public Health from University at Buffalo (2007)
- PhD in Health Research Methodology/Clinical Epidemiology from McMaster University (2014)
Dr. Mustafa is board certified in Preventive Medicine, Internal Medicine and Nephrology. Her research focuses on the application of evidence-based medicine principles in clinical decision-making, with particular interest in chronic kidney disease management and decision analysis for healthcare diagnostic strategies. She has extensive experience in clinical practice guideline development through her work with the GRADE working group.
Her scholarly output demonstrates a strong focus on evidence synthesis methodology, particularly the GRADE approach, with numerous publications on guideline development methodology, kidney disease management, and healthcare decision-making. Her work spans multiple medical specialties including nephrology, hematology, and infectious diseases, reflecting her expertise in evidence-based methodology applicable across medical domains.
Professional achievements include:
- Membership in the GRADE Guidance Group
- Co-founding the U.S. GRADE network
- Co-founding the Evidence Foundation
- Contributions to guidelines for WHO, American Society of Hematology, American College of Physicians, and Canadian Society of Nephrology
Dr. Mustafa is actively involved in developing conceptual frameworks for stakeholder engagement in systematic reviews and guideline development, with special emphasis on engaging underserved populations. Her work bridges clinical nephrology practice with methodological research to improve evidence-based decision-making in healthcare.