Thomas A Dombrowsky

Thomas A. Dombrowsky is a Clinical Associate Professor in the Department of Nursing at the University of Texas at Arlington's College of Nursing and Health Innovation. With a career spanning since 1976, he holds a PhD (2016), MSN (2011), and BSN (1985) from UT Arlington. His clinical background includes medical-surgical nursing, oncology, and long-term care.

Research Focus: Dr. Dombrowsky's primary research examines the functional status of older adults and factors influencing it, leveraging longitudinal analysis and gerontological frameworks. Secondary interests include interprofessional education (IPE), nursing research pedagogy, evidence-based practice implementation, and domestic violence intervention training. His work often employs quantitative methods like latent growth curve modeling.

Publication Trends: His recent articles (2019-2024) demonstrate a strong focus on geriatric functional trajectories, innovative teaching methodologies (simulation, IPE), and statistical education for nurses. Earlier works (2011-2018) explored foundational nursing concepts, clinical diagnostics, and infection control education.

Awards & Honors:

• Interprofessional Education Faculty Fellow (2022)
• Maverick Advantage Faculty Fellow (2021)
• CRTLE Faculty Fellowship (2019)
• Carolyn L. Cason Research Fellowship (2018)
• Ferne Kyba Endowed Fellowship (2014)
• Sigma Theta Tau Induction (2011)

Advising & Grants: He actively mentors DNP students and undergraduate researchers. Notable grants include serving as Co-PI on an NSF-funded REU Site for 'Intelligent Environments for Healthy Living' and pursuing NIA funding for aging research. He developed simulation materials for postmortem care and leads IPE initiatives on domestic violence.

Affiliations: He directs activities in the Big Data Working Group, serves on the Clinical Track Promotion Committee, facilitates IPE simulations ('A Day in the Life'), and is an Associate Editor for Sigma Nursing. He maintains clinical licensure (RN) and certifications (Certified Nurse Educator, CPR Instructor).