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Dr. Sharon M. Karp is a Professor and Chair of the Acute and Chronic Care Community at the Vanderbilt University School of Nursing. She holds a PhD in Nursing Science from Vanderbilt University and has been on faculty since 2008. Her clinical practice includes pediatric primary care and weight management at Monroe Carell Jr. Children's Hospital. Dr. Karp specializes in maternal-child health outcomes, particularly childhood obesity prevention and at-risk parenting interventions. She chairs the National Association of Pediatric Nurse Practitioners (NAPNAP) Research Committee and has led the Childhood Obesity SIG for six years. Her work emphasizes trauma-informed care, psychosocial maternal factors, and community-based solutions.
- Education: PhD (Vanderbilt), MSN (Vanderbilt), BSN/ASN (Xavier University)
Research interests focus on obesity prevention through identifying behavioral and environmental factors. Key areas include maternal mental health's impact on parenting, complementary feeding practices, and policy development for pediatric obesity. Dr. Karp has contributed to over 15 peer-reviewed articles since 2015, spanning topics like infant nutrition, family-centered care, and healthcare transition challenges for youth with chronic conditions.
- Awards: FAANP (Fellow of the American Association of Nurse Practitioners)
She maintains active roles in professional organizations such as the Obesity Medicine Association and the National Organization of Nurse Practitioner Faculties. While no specific grants are listed, her leadership in NAPNAP and collaborative research projects highlight her influence in pediatric nursing policy and education.
