Research Symposium
Join us for this enlightening day dedicated to transforming healthcare in Detroit.
Join us for a day of insightful presentations, dynamic discussions and networking opportunities with healthcare leaders, researchers, educators and clinicians.
Saturday, Sept. 28, 2024
Noon - 4 p.m.
College of Health Professions Building
University of Detroit Mercy
McNichols Campus
This event celebrates Detroit’s rich history and innovative spirit, focusing on transformative healthcare solutions that prioritize patient-centered care, community wellbeing and the health of the healthcare workforce. Faculty, staff, alumni, community members and current students are welcome to attend this inspiring symposium. Engage with groundbreaking research, explore innovative healthcare solutions and connect with fellow professionals and scholars. Let’s innovate, lead and celebrate together!
Stay for Detroit Mercy’s Homecoming festivities and be part of a vibrant celebration of community and progress.
For more information, email Joshua Olson,chpresearchsymposium@udmercy.edu
This event is part of Detroit Mercy’s Homecoming events.
Times, Topics, and location for featured podium presentations in the Commerce and Finance Building
C&F Room 138 Educational Innovations: Shaping the Future of Healthcare Education |
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1:30 |
A Two-Time Period Study on Evidence-Based Practice (EBP) Attitudes of Baccalaureate Nursing Students
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Arthur Ko, PhD
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Sr. Linda Thiel, O.P. PhD |
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1:45 |
Using an Educational Electronic Health Record to Facilitate Shared Learning Among Health Care Students |
Taylor Long, DNP, Louis Davis DNP |
Kelli Frost |
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2:00 |
Innovative Mental and Physical Interventions in Preparing Students for Educational Activities |
Ashlee Barnes, DNP, Arthur Ko, PhD |
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2:15 |
From Theory to Practice: Reflections on the Hand off and Implementation of a DNP Project |
Torri Trojand |
Jaclynn Morgan, Christen Kemp |
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2:30 |
Interprofessional Collaborative Approach to Enhance Student Learning and Skills |
Varinder Kaur, PhD; Arthur Ko, PhD |
Nickolas Davis, PhD; Rachel Lee, PhD; Aloha VanCamp, PhD; & Ashlee Barnes, DNP |
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2:45 |
Re-envisioning a DNP Practicum: Addressing Community Inequities Through Experiential Learning in a DNP Population Health Course |
Karen Mihelich, DNP |
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3:00 |
In Pursuit of Diversity in Nursing: Nursing School Holistic Admissions & Academic Inclusiveness |
Lori Glenn, DNP |
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C&F Room 139 Clinical Practice Expertise: Transforming Patient Care |
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Presenting Author(s) |
Co-Authors |
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1:30 |
Systematic Review of Volatile Organic Compounds in Exhaled Breath... |
Phillip Olla, PhD |
Kim Beckerman, Ava Travo |
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1:45 |
Empowering Diabetes Management: The Impact of Patient-Provider Collaboration on T2D Outcomes |
Yolonda Freeman-Hildreth, PhD |
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2:0 |
Foot Care Among Vulnerable Populations |
Suzanne Keep, PhD |
Ivy Razmus PhD |
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2:15 |
Use of Trauma Informed Care in Clinical Practice |
Patrice Wade-Olson, DNP |
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2:30 |
Developing an AI-Powered Chatbot and Avatar for Simulating Patient Scenarios in Major Depressive Disorder with PTSD |
Phillip Olla, PhD |
Madhavi-LathaNagalla, M.D |
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2:45
3:00 |
From Insight to Impact: CNS Consults in the CVICU
In Our Simulation Era: Transitioning from Passive to Immersive Training |
Sarah Beldin
Jennifer Rice
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Kristina Boudreau
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C&F Room 209 The Wellbeing Revolution: Caring for Patients, Providers & Communities |
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Presenting Author(s) |
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1:30 |
The Voice of Mercy |
Andrea Kwasky, DNP, Mary Serowoky, DNP |
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1:50 |
Educating Undergraduate Nursing Students to be Leaders in Suicide Prevention through Gatekeeper Training |
Robi Thomas, PhD |
Andrea Kwasky, DNP |
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2:10 |
Black Students Perception of Equity and Inclusion in a Pre-Licensure Nursing Program |
Wandu Chukwu |
Candance Niemer |
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2:30 |
Securing Our Future Within the Community: Youth Health Exploration Camp At An Urban Catholic University |
Nutrena Tate, PhD, Nina Favor; Ashlee Barnes, DNP; Saran Hollier, PhD; & Tone King |
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2:50 |
Teaching Self-Compassion Skills to Promote Wellbeing in Nursing Education |
Jennifer Ahlquist, DNP |
Andrea Kwasky, DNP; Mary Serowoky, DNP |
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3:10 |
Understanding Burnout Among Registered Nurses Throughout a Community Teaching Hospital |
Taylor Long, DNP |
Jennifer Davies, Gina Aquino DNP; Kristen Ludwig, Stacy Abraham, Wendy Spilko & Stephanie Sauve |
Poster Session CHP 124 12:00-1:00, 2:30-3:30 |
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Co-Authors |
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An Interdisciplinary Approach to Improve Care Transitions Through Standardized Social Determinants of Health Assessment |
Robyn Floyd, DNP
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Trauma with Vulnerable Populations |
Patrice Wade-Olson |
Arthur Ko, PhD; Jill Turner |
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The Value of Early Introduction to Allergy Prone Foods in Infants |
Masa Al-Harastani |
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Cannabis Use Among Physician Assistant Students in Michigan; An assessment of Prevalence, Risk factors, Perception and Effects on Academic Performance. |
Ifeanyi V. Osunwoke
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Amy Dereczyk, PhD |
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Food Security: Quality, Quantity, and Health |
Myonna Hooper |
Courtney Christian, Clare Forester, Heather Rice, & Paris Gilmore |
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One Health and One Water |
Zigmond Kozicki |
Stephanie Baiyasi Kozicki, DVM |
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Question, Persuade, Refer (QPR) Suicide Prevention Gatekeeper Training: Destigmatizing Suicide Through Academic, Clinical, and Community Application |
Andrea Kwasky, DNP |
Robi Thomas, Nour Lyon |
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Interprofessional Education: An Innovative Collaborative Experience with a Social Impact |
Molly McClelland, PhD |
Megan Conrad |
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Cognitive Testing Anxiety in PA students |
Rachel DeWitt |
Jennifer Shivnen |
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10 |
Integrating AI into a Holistic Coaching Program for Prelicensure Nursing Students: A Pilot Study |
Sara Gifford, DNP |
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Advances in Robotic Surgery |
Cessalyn Harvey |
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Prospective Comparison of the CALCULATE and Braden Scales for Assessing Risk for Hospital Acquired Pressure Injury |
Marie Knezek-Presnell
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Gregory S. Patterson,Kelley M. Tencza, & Margaret Harris PhD |
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13 |
Viruses Against Infection-Causing Antibiotic Resistant Pseudomonas Aeruginosa Bacteria in Undergraduate Research |
James Graves |
Adam McDonald, Hung Nguyen, Alina Ivaniv |
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14 |
Integrative Review on Educating Nurses about Takotsubo Cardiomyopathy and Its Effects on the Delivery of Care for Patients Presenting with Chest Pain. |
Theroi Riggins |
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15 |
Enhancing Wellness and Quality of Life for Seniors: A Community Project at Morton Manor |
Theroi Riggins |
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16 |
Combating Workplace Violence: The Implementation of a Behavioral Emergency Response Team |
Jessica Schmidt
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Jennifer Rice |
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17 |
Leveraging Aeroponics to Combat Food Insecurity: Community-Based Training and Sustainable Food Production |
Phillip Olla, PhD |
Meggi Lazri, Liberty Booth |
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18 |
Ripple of Change |
Todd R. Otten, M.D |
Joshua J. Judy |
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19 |
OtoSim & OphthoSim Advanced Simulators for PA and FNP Students Interdisciplinary Competency-Based Education |
Renee Courtney, DNP |
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Ectopic Pregnancy Management with Methotrexate (MTX) and Salpingectomy | Hiba Jouni |
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Abstract Requirements
Submission Deadline: Aug. 30, 2024
The University of Detroit Mercy, College of Health Professions and McAuley School of Nursing welcomes health care leaders, researchers, educators, clinicians, and students to submit an abstract for podium or poster presentation to our inaugural Research Symposium. This event will be held September 28th, 2024, on the University of Detroit Mercy’s McNichols campus during Detroit Mercy’s Homecoming weekend.
We welcome abstracts for podium or poster presentations on the following healthcare-related themes:
- Safety and Quality
- Healthcare innovations and Leadership
- Social Responsibility
- Health and Wellness and Community Engagement
Abstract Requirements
- Abstracts should be submitted by August 30th , 2024
- Abstracts should be no more than 300 words
- Notification of Acceptance will be sent by September 10th , 2024
- Submit an Abstract by August 30, 2024
Exceptional posters will be recognized at the end of the event. Awards will be given for Best Student Poster, Clinical Innovation, Community Engagement and Wellness.
Instructions for accepted poster and podium abstracts:
Please be sure to register by September 20, 2024 for the CHP and MSON’s Symposium using the link above.
The event will be held at the McNichols campus in Detroit. The address is 4001 West McNichols Rd Detroit, Michigan 48221.
Poster guidelines:
- Please arrive at the CHP lobby (located near CHP 124) between 11:00 am - 11:30 am to be met by the symposium committee staff regarding instructions in setting up your poster.
- Your poster will be on display during the entire conference. Presenters need to be at their poster between 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm and 3:00 pm - 3:30 pm.
- Posters must be on flat or trifold poster boards and easels will be provided to hold the poster boards. Clips will be provided for rollup posters that are on poster boards.
- Your poster needs to be taken down by 4:00 pm.
- Finally, please email a copy of your poster presentation in PowerPoint form using the link provided as chpresearchsymposium@udmercy.edu by end of business day, Wednesday, September 25, 2024.
Podium guidelines:
Please arrive at the CHP lobby (located near CHP 124) between 11:00 am - 11:30 am to be met by the symposium committee staff regarding instructions in setting up your presentation. A computer and audio system will be available in the room and symposium staff will be available to assist you.
- You will be allotted fifteen minutes for your presentation with additional five minutes of Q & A.
- Bring a copy (i.e., USB flash drive) of your PowerPoint presentation to the event.
- Finally, please email a copy of your podium presentation in PowerPoint form using the link provided as chpresearchsymposium@udmercy.edu by end of business day, Wednesday, September 25, 2024.
For inquiries regarding poster and abstract presentation guidelines, please contact:
Yolonda Freeman-Hildreth, Ph.D. at freemayf@udmercy.edu or
Arthur Ko, Ph.D. at koar@udmercy.edu
Co-chairs, Abstract Subcommittee, CHP & MSON Symposium
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Event Agenda
Download Schedule, Podium Presentations, Posters Info (pdf)
Noon – 1 p.m.
Lunch and poster presentations - Sponsored by the Alumni Office
College of Health Professions - Room 1241– 1:30 p.m.
Meet the Dean and Opening Remarks- Dr. Ahmed Radwan
College of Health Professions - Room 1241:30 – 3:30 p.m.
Podium presentations
Concurrent Podium presentations will be 10 minutes in length, followed by a 5-minute Q&A session.
Commerce & Finance Building3:30 – 3:50 p.m.
Symposium awards and closing remarks
4:30 p.m.
Detroit Mercy’s Fall Festival Homecoming
Poster presentations will be displayed throughout the College of Health Professions.
