Suellen Breakey

Suellen Breakey is a Teaching Associate Professor and Director of the Center for Climate Change and Health Equity at the School of Nursing, MGH Institute of Health Professions. Her work bridges nursing education, clinical practice, and global health advocacy.

Education:

• BS in Biology, Salem State College
• MSN in Critical Care, MGH Institute of Health Professions
• PhD in Nursing, Boston College

Research Interests focus on the intersection of climate change and health equity, bioethics, and curriculum innovation. She advocates for embedding climate literacy into nursing education to address planetary health challenges.

Publications emphasize climate justice in health systems, sustainable healthcare practices, and global partnerships. Her work aligns with SDGs and explores economic and social drivers of climate-related health disparities.

Scientific Awards

• Inductee, American Academy of Nursing (2023)
• Friends of the Earth Award (2024)

Breakey co-led a $3 million HRSA grant with Kathy Sabo, Eleonor Pusey-Reid, and Tominsin Olayinka to address climate-related health impacts. She collaborates with organizations like GreenRoots and Mothers Out Front to implement community-based climate resilience initiatives.