Profiles in "Medical Sociology" Expertise Area

  • Dr. Harrison teaches sociology courses on health and illness, women and health, social change and innovation, and introductory sociology. Her primary interests relate to healthcare professions, advocacy, and online learning.
  • Cate's research interests center around culturally responsive, trauma informed healthcare in rural communities.
  • Sheehan is pioneering the intersection of social science and sleep, employing quantitative methods to unravel the intricate interplay between social determinants and lifelong sleep patterns as well as other health outcomes.
  • Peel's research is focused around the socioemotional development of healthcare professionals and medical education curriculum reform.
  • Michalec’s research examines socialization and professionalization processes and mechanisms nested within health professions education and practice.