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      Susan K Lee, PhD, MSN, RN, CNE, CPXP, FAAN, ANEF, FHX

      School of Health Professions, Division of Chief Academic Officer

      About Dr. Susan K Lee

       Dr. Lee’s areas of expertise are public/community health and education, having taught for more than 25 years. Her strengths include curriculum development and educational strategies, as well as working with and advocating for marginalized populations impacted by disparities and diversity. Dr. Lee has served as a grant reviewer for the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board Nursing Innovative Grant Program and contributed to Texas Nurses Foundation Academic Progression in Nursing, Concept Based Curriculum Development, developing concept-based curriculum for Associate Degree Nursing (ADN), ADN to BSN, and MSN programs. Current scholarship includes serving as a contributing editor for population/community health nursing, medical terminology, and psychiatric nursing textbooks, peer-reviewed journal articles, and national/international presentations on community health-related activities and education. She is a Fellow in the American Academy of Nursing (FAAN), an Experienced Academic Leader Academy (EALA) Scholar for Sigma Theta Tau International, a Certified Nurse Educator (CNE), and a Certified Patient Experience Professional (CPXP). 

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      Present Title & Affiliation

      Primary Appointment

      Professor, School of Health Professions, Education and Training, The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center, Houston, TX

      Program Director, School of Health Professions, Education and Training, The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center, Houston, Texas

      Program Director, School of Health Professions, The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center, Houston, Texas

      Associate Professor, School of Health Professions, Education and Training, The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center, Houston, Texas

      Dual/Joint/Adjunct Appointment

      Professor, School of Health Professions, The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center, Houston, TX

      Research Interests

      Dr. Lee's research interests are two-fold: homelessness and curriculum development. With regards to homeless research, Dr. Lee developed a grounded theory of the decision-making process used by homeless Vietnam veterans when deciding to access healthcare. She found that the importance of health outcomes change depending on the environment, where access to healthcare is not bounded by quality, but rather by convenience and comes from recommendations gathered through an information communication system, such as "the grapevine". Current research involves the importance of companion animals and the impact these animals have on accessing shelter or housing.

      Dr. Lee is also evaluating the impact of concept-based curriculum (CBC) in professional nursing education programs in Texas. CBC offers a paradigm shift in education away from the traditional systems-based approach to teaching. Most recently, in response to the Robert Woods Johnson Foundation's call for a Culture of Health, a longitudinal, scholarship of teaching and learning study was undertaken to determine if social determinants of health (SDOH) were included in the curriculum of a Bachelor of Science in Nursing program. Seven SDOH factor were used to quantify the data, and three were found to be included in the results.

      Education & Training

      Degree-Granting Education

      2014Texas Woman's University, Denton, Texas, US, Ph.D. in Nursing Science
      2000University of Texas Health Science Center, San Antonio, Texas, US, MSN in Community Health and Administration
      1998University of Texas Health Science Center, San Antonio, Texas, US, BSN in Nursing
      1977Baptist Memorial Hospital System, San Antonio, Texas, US, Diploma in Nursing

      Licenses & Certifications

      2023Certificate of Patient Experience Leadership
      2023Certificate Health Educators Fellowship Program
      2023Certificate of Patient Advocacy
      2023Lean In: Lenses of Diversity
      2022Certificate in Inspiring Inquiry and Lifelong Learning in Your Online Course
      2022Certificate in Inclusive Teaching for Equitable Learning
      2022Registered Nurse
      2019Certified Patient Experience Professional
      2016Certified Nurse Educator

      Experience & Service

      Faculty Academic Appointments

      Associate Professor, School of Health Professions, Education and Training, UT- MD Anderson Cancer Center, Houston, TX, 2025 - 2025

      Associate Professor, School of Health Professions, The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center, Houston, Texas, 2021 - 2025

      Assistant Professor, School of Health Professions, The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center, Houston, TX, 2018 - 2021

      Associate Professor, Department of Nursing, Sul Ross University School of Nursing, Uvalde, Texas, 2015 - 2019

      Associate Professor, Department of Nursing, Concordia University School of Nursing, Austin, Texas, 2012 - 2012

      Associate Professor, Department of Nursing, Texas State University St. David's School of Nursing, Round Rock, Texas, 2011 - 2015

      Associate Professor, Department of Nursing, Texas A & M University School of Nursing, Corpus Christi, Texas, 2010 - 2010

      Associate Professor, Department of Nursing, Del Mar College School of Nursing Education, Corpus Christi, Texas, 2007 - 2012

      Other Professional Positions

      Educational Consultant, Master of Nursing Science, Southwest University El Paso, El Paso, TX, 2024 - Present

      External Reviewer, Concept-Based Curriculum, Lebanese American University, Beirut, 2024 - 2024

      Nurse Education Consultant, BSN Education, Southwest University El Paso School of Nursing, El Paso, TX, 2017 - 2024

      Legal Nurse Consultant, Jim A. Rodman, Attorney at Law, Austin, TX, 2015 - 2017

      Education Consultant, Nursing Education, Texas Board of Nursing, Austin, TX, 2015 - 2018

      Intramural Institutional Committee Activities

      Member, SHP Appointment and Promotion Committee (APC), The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center, 2026 - Present

      member, Mid-cycle Review for Sandra John-Baptiste, UT MD Anderson Cancer Center School of Health Professions, 2025

      Member, SHP Events Planning Committee, The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center, 2024 - 2025

      Extramural Institutional Committee Activities

      Chair, HAA Curriculum Committee, The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center, 2025 - Present

      Member, SHP QEP Creative Team, The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center, 2025 - Present

      Chair, HAA Outcomes and Assessment Committee, The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center, 2025 - Present

      Chair, HAA Student Admissions Committee, The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center, 2025 - Present

      Chair, HAA Admissions, Progression, and Retention Committee, The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center, 2025 - Present

      Abstract Reviewer, Sigma Theta Tau International Abstract Review, Sigma Theta Tau International, 2025 - Present

      Reviewer, Nursing Scientific Review Committee, The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center, 2025 - Present

      Member, Educational Technology Advisory Committee (ETAC), The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center, 2024 - Present

      Member, Leadership Development Council, The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center, 2024 - Present

      member, Workforce Communities Council, The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center, 2024 - Present

      Member, MD Anderson Institutional Review Board, The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center, 2023 - Present

      member, SHP QEP Executive Leadership Team, The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center, 2023 - Present

      member, SHP QEP IDCS Team, The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center, 2023 - Present

      member, SHP QEP Student Academy Team, The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center, 2023 - Present

      Member, MD Anderson Diversity Council Wellness/Burnout, The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center, 2023 - 2023

      Member, Mid-Career Special Interest Group, Council for the Advancement of Nursing Science, 2023 - Present

      Executive Committee Member, MD Anderson Military Veterans Connection, The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center, 2023 - Present

      Member, SHP Student Conduct Hearing Committee, The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center, 2023 - 2026

      Chair, HDDA Student Admissions Committee, The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center, 2023 - 2025

      Member, MD Anderson Women's Leadership Network Committee- Diversity in Women, The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center, 2023 - 2023

      Member, MD Anderson Women's Leadership Network Steering Committee, The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center, 2023 - 2023

      Chair, MD Anderson Military Veterans Connection Advocacy Committee, The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center, 2023 - 2023

      Member, MD Anderson Women's Leadership Network Committee, The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center, 2023 - 2024

      Member, SHP Academic Affairs Committee, The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center, 2022 - Present

      Member, SHP Academic Affairs Subcommittee, The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center, 2022 - 2024

      Member, SHP Program Directors Advisory Committee, The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center, 2022 - 2024

      Member, MD Anderson Lenses in Diversity, The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center, 2022 - 2023

      Member, MD Anderson Diversity Council Hispanic Heritage Planning Committee, The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center, 2022 - 2023

      member, Academic Standards Subcommittee, The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center, 2022 - 2023

      member, MD Anderson, QEP Creative Team, The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center, 2022 - 2023

      Member, MD Anderson Diversity Council Black History Month Planning Committee, The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center, 2022 - 2022

      member, Student Academy Team Committee, The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center, 2021 - 2023

      Reviewer, SHP Scholarship Committee, The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center, 2021 - 2023

      Member, SHP Student Learning Outcomes (SLO) Assessment Committee, The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center, 2021 - Present

      member, Diversity Council Policy Advisory Council, The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center, 2021 - 2023

      member, Diversity Council Compliance Committee, The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center, 2021 - 2023

      member, SHP Dean Search Advisory Committee, The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center, 2021 - 2022

      member, SHP Assessment Committee, The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center, 2020 - 2026

      member, MD Anderson Diversity Council, The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center, 2020 - 2023

      member, Shared Governance Committee, The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center, 2020 - 2022

      member, SHP Curriculum Committee, The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center, 2019 - 2023

      Chair, Academic Coordinator Search Committee, The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center, 2019 - 2019

      Chair, DDA Outcomes and Assessment Committee, The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center, 2019 - 2025

      Chair, SHP Academic Coordinator Search Committee, The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center, 2019

      Chair, DDA Admissions, Progression, and Retention Committee, The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center, 2018 - 2025

      Chair, DDA Curriculum Committee, The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center, 2018 - 2025

      Chair, DDA Advisory Committee, The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center, 2018 - 2025

      member, Grade, Promotion, and Dismissal Committee, The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center, 2018 - 2022

      member, Hearing Committee for Conduct Policies, The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center, 2018 - 2022

      Editorial Activities

      Manuscript Reviewer, Archives of Psychiatric Nursing, 2026 - Present

      Reviewer, Nursing Outlook, 2025 - Present

      Contributing Editor, Nies, M. A. & McEwen, M. (2015). Community/Public Health Nursing, (6th ed.). Elsevier, 2014 - 2015

      Contributing Editor, Clark, M. (2015). Population and Community Health Nursing, (6th ed.). Prentice Hall, 2014 - 2015

      Contributing Editor, Chabner, D. E. (2007). Language of Medicine, (8th ed.). St. Louis, MO: Elsevier, 2006 - 2007

      Contributing Editor, Milliken, M. E., & Honeycutt, A., (2004). Understanding Human Behavior, (7th ed.). Clifton Park, NY: Thompson/Del Mar Learning, 2003 - 2004

      Honors & Awards

      2025 - PresentFellow in Human Experience, The Beryl Institute
      2024Academy of Nursing Education Fellow, National League for Nursing
      2024Ambassador, Friends of the National Institute of Nursing Research
      2022Global Advocacy Academy Scholar, Sigma Theta Tau International
      2020Fellow in the American Academy of Nursing, American Academy of Nursing
      2020Experienced Academic Leadership Academy Scholar, Sigma Theta Tau International
      2015Fabulous Five Award, Texas Nurses Association, District 5
      2014Outstanding Faculty in Service, Texas State University St. David’s School of Nursing Class of 2014
      2005 - 2007Star Award in Teaching Excellence, Hays CISD

      Professional Memberships

      Association of Military-Veteran Nursing, Treasurer

      2026 - Present

      Texas for Heroes, Board Vice President

      2023 - Present

      Alpha Eta National Honor Society

      2021 - Present

      Council for the Advancement of Nursing Science

      2021 - Present

      American Academy of Nursing

      2020 - Present

      Texas Society of Allied Health Professions

      2019 - Present

      Veterans Health Administration: National Advisory Committee on At-Risk and Homeless Veterans

      2017 - 2021

      Texas Nursing Concept Based Curriculum Consortium

      2016 - 2020

      National Council of State Boards of Nursing

      2016 - 2018

      Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board, Nursing Innovation Grant Program

      2014 - 2015

      Wilco Wellness Alliance

      2013 - 2015

      Texas Health Ministries Network

      2012 - 2015

      Texas State University College of Health Professions, School of Nursing

      2011 - 2015

      American Nurses Association

      2007 - Present

      National League of Nursing

      2007 - Present

      American Association of Colleges of Nursing

      2007 - 2015

      Del Mar College, School of Nursing Student Nurses Association

      2007 - 2010

      Sigma Theta Tau International- Phi Gamma Chapter

      2000 - Present

      Harvard Medical School: Nurses' Health Study

      1978 - Present

      Selected Presentations & Talks

      Local Presentations

      1. 2026. Vetting the Validity: Identifying False News. Invited. Virtual for SHP. Houston, TX, US.
      2. 2024. The ABCs of Teaming. Invited. LEADing Others Discover. Houston, TX, US.
      3. 2024. Experiential Analytics: UN SDG 1 No Poverty Applied to Vets. Poster. Education Week Virtual Poster Competition. Houston, Texas, US.
      4. 2024. Lifesaving Literacy: Educating Providers and Patients to Reduce Maternal Mortality. Poster. Education Week Virtual Poster Competition. Houston, Texas, US.
      5. 2023. Unhealthy and Unsheltered: The Health Status of Homeless Vietnam Veterans. Invited. Diversity Series. Galveston, Texas, US.
      6. 2023. What IPE Students Know About Diversity, Disparities, and Advocacy. Poster. Advances in Teaching & Learning Day. Houston, Texas, US.
      7. 2023. What is Your 5-Year Plan?. Invited. Sigma Theta Tau International Induction Speaker. Houston, Texas, US.
      8. 2022. DEI in Education. Invited. Grand Rounds. Houston, Texas, US.

      Regional Presentations

      1. 2024. Practical Analytics: UN SDG 1 No Poverty Applied to Veterans Who Are Homeless. Poster. 7th Annual Information & Quality Services Center Data Summit. Dallas, TX, US.
      2. 2024. Lifesaving Literacy: Educating Providers and Patients to Reduce Maternal Mortality. 7th Annual Information & Quality Services Center Data Summit:. Dallas, TX, US.
      3. 2021. Human Trafficking: Training for Clinicians Working in Primary Care. Conference. 7th Annual Cultural Inclusion Institute Conference. San Antonio, TX, US.
      4. 2018. National American University Commencement Address. Invited. San Antonio, TX, US.
      5. 2018. Finding Shelter for the Homeless and Their Animal Companions: Evidence for policy change. Poster. 30th Annual Texas Nurse Practitioner Conference. Dallas, TX, US.
      6. 2017. The Closing of Texas Nursing Education Programs: ITT and Career Point College. Conference. National Council of State Boards of Nursing. Austin, TX, US.
      7. 2015. Texas Academic Progression in Nursing Grant. Conference. Texas Academic Progression in Nursing Grant Webinar. Austin, TX, US.
      8. 2015. Engaging Patients & Professionals to Advance Clinical Excellence. Conference. Summer Institute. San Antonio, TX, US.
      9. 2014. Experiences of Homeless Vietnam Veterans in Deciding to Access or Not Access Health Care. Conference. Creative Arts and Research Symposium. Denton, TX, US.
      10. 2010. Applying Boyer’s Model of Scholarship to a Clinical Setting. Conference. School of Nursing Graduate Symposium. Denton, TX, US.

      National Presentations

      1. 2027. Strengths-based, family-focused & life course development approaches to promote child health and well-being. Invited. 2027 Midwest Nursing Research Society Annual Conference. Grand Rapids, Michigan, US.
      2. 2026. Advancing Equity in Veteran Care: Addressing Military Service as a Social Determinant of Health Across Diverse and Underserved Populations. Invited. 6th Annual Partnerships for Veteran & Military Health. Aurora, Colorado, US.
      3. 2025. Insured Children Ensures Healthy Lives. Invited. 48th Biennial Convention 2025. Indianapolis, IN, US.
      4. 2025. Trauma Informed Care in Oncology. Invited. 48th Biennial Convention 2025. Indianapolis, IN, US.
      5. 2025. AI Tools for Academic Research. Invited. 2025 NLN Education Summit. Orlando, FL, US.
      6. 2025. Measuring Success of Students at Risk: Mentoring Students in Becoming Self-Directed Learners. Invited. 36th International Nursing Research Congress. Seattle, WA, US.
      7. 2024. Family Fit Fest: An Outcomes Analysis of Participants, Health Equity Status, and Event Experiences. Poster. 2024 Health Policy Conference. Washington DC, US.
      8. 2024. Breaking the Cycle: Addressing Homelessness and Criminal Justice Involvement in Veterans. Poster. 2024 Health Policy Conference. Washington DC, US.
      9. 2024. Innovative Technologies and Patient-Centered Interventions for Improving Breast Cancer Screening Outcomes. Poster. 2024 Health Policy Conference. Washington DC, US.
      10. 2024. Impact of Environmental Noise on Health: A scoping review. 2024 Health Policy Conference. Washington DC, US.
      11. 2024. Analyzing Healthcare Inequity Interventions in Native American Communities. Poster. 2024 Health Policy Conference. Washington DC, US.
      12. 2024. Advancing Gender-Affirming Care through Inclusive and Equitable Policies. Poster. 2024 American Academy of Nursing Health Policy Conference. Washington DC, US.
      13. 2024. Transforming Patient Safety and Care Practices Through Interprofessional Education. Invited. Association of Schools Advancing Health Professions. Atlanta, GA, US.
      14. 2024. Community Based Research & Public Health #2. Invited. State of the Science Congress on Nursing Research #2. Washington, DC, US.
      15. 2024. Community Based Research & Public Health #1. Invited. State of the Science Congress on Nursing Research. Washington, DC, US.
      16. 2023. Using Cultural Education to Decrease Disparities. Conference. 2023 Health Policy Conference. Washington, DC, US.
      17. 2023. UN SDG 1 No Poverty Applied to Vets. Conference. 2023 Health Policy Conference. Washington, DC, US.
      18. 2022. Identifying False Information: A Guide for Health Care Providers. Conference. Educational Symposium. Orlando, FL, US.
      19. 2022. Pecha Kucha: Leadership Journey. Conference. Nurse Leaders Virtual Summit. Washington, DC, US.
      20. 2021. Applying a Homeless Healthcare Decision Model: Targeting Young Adult and Middle Aged Veterans. Conference. 46th Biennial Convention. Washington, DC, US.
      21. 2021. Perspectives of School Nurses Caring for Homeless Children. Conference. 46th Biennial Convention. Washington, DC, US.
      22. 2021. Human Trafficking: Training for Clinicians Working in Primary Care. Conference. 7th Annual Cultural Inclusion Institute Conference. San Antonio, TX, US.
      23. 2020. Best Practices in Undergraduate Nursing Education: Concept-Based Curriculum. Conference. 31st International Nursing Research Congress. virtual, US.
      24. 2020. Who Are You Going To Call? Interdisciplinary Telemedicine in Nursing Education. Conference. Nursing Education Research Conference. Washington, DC, US.
      25. 2019. Concept-Based Curriculum Development in Graduate Nursing Education Programs: A Systematic Review. Conference. 45th Biennial Convention. Washington, DC, US.
      26. 2018. BSN Students’ Perceptions of Social Determinants of Health. Conference. Nursing Education Research Conference 2018. Washington, DC, US.
      27. 2017. Advanced Practice Nursing (APN) Students Use of Standardized Testing. Conference. 44th Biennial Convention. Indianapolis, IN, US.
      28. 2017. Concept-based Curriculum in Texas: What, Why, When, and Where?. Conference. 44th Biennial Convention. Indianapolis, IN, US.
      29. 2015. Homelessness, Veterans, and Access to Healthcare. Conference. 43rd Biennial Convention. Las Vegas, NV, US.
      30. 2014. Nursing Research, Education and Practice in Veterans Health. Conference. Joining Forces to Restore Lives. Tampa, FL, US.

      International Presentations

      1. 2025. Mentoring Students to be Self-Directed Learners. Invited. 36th International Nursing Research Congress. Seattle, US.
      2. 2024. What do IPE students know about disparities, diversity, and advocacy?. Conference. 35th International Nursing Research Congress. Singapore, SG.
      3. 2024. Lessons learned: Elevating healthcare policies through public advocacy. Poster. 35th International Nursing Research Congress. Singapore, SG.
      4. 2023. Vet the Validity: Identifying Credible Information and Sources. Conference. 34th International Nursing Research Congress. Abu Dhabi, AE.
      5. 2023. Deploying the United Nations Sustainable Development Goal #1 “No Poverty” For Veterans Who Are Homeless: Nursing Practice and Academic Approaches. Conference. 29th International Council of Nurses 2023 Congress. Montreal, CA.
      6. 2022. : Unhealthy and Unsheltered: The Health Status of Homeless Vietnam Veterans. Conference. 33rd International Nursing Research Congress. Edinburgh, GB.
      7. 2022. Human Trafficking Training for Interdisciplinary Teams: Answering the Hard Questions of Implementation. Conference. 33rd International Nursing Research Congress. Edinburgh, GB.
      8. 2019. Next-Level Learning: Integrating Concept-Based Curriculum in MSN Education Programs. Conference. 30th International Nursing Research Congress. Calgary, CA.
      9. 2018. Choosing Shelter or Companion Animals: Policies determine who leaves homelessness. Conference. 29th International Nursing Research Congress. Melbourne, AU.
      10. 2018. Social Determinants of Health in BSN Curriculum: A longitudinal study. Conference. 29th International Nursing Research Congress. Melbourne, AU.
      11. 2017. Man’s Best Friend: How companion animals help the homeless. Conference. 28th International Nursing Research Congress. Dublin, IE.
      12. 2017. Advance Practice Registered Nurses' (APRNs') clinical practice strategies to deter antibiotic overuse. Conference. 28th International Nursing Research Congress. Dublin, IE.
      13. 2016. Telehealth: Preparing Advanced Practice Nurses (APNs) for Transition into Clinical Practice. Conference. 27th International Nursing Research Congress. Cape Town, ZA.
      14. 2016. Dog Tags: Homeless Veterans and Their Pets/Animal Companions. Conference. 27th International Nursing Research Congress. Cape Town, ZA.
      15. 2015. Experiences of Homeless Vietnam Veterans in Accessing Healthcare. Conference. Research, Education and Practice for Military and Veterans Health Conference. Cumbria, GB.

      Formal Peers

      1. 2023. What is Your 5-Year Plan?. Invited. Houston, TX, US.
      2. 2022. Systemic Barriers Lead to Poor Outcomes: An Overview. Invited. Houston, TX, US.
      3. 2018. Commencement Address. Invited. San Antonio, TX, US.
      4. 2017. The Closing of Texas Nursing Education Programs: ITT and Career Point College. Invited. Austin, TX, US.
      5. 2015. Texas Academic Progression in Nursing Grant Webinar. Invited. Austin, TX, US.
      6. 2014. Experiences of Homeless Vietnam Veterans in Deciding to Access or Not Access Health Care. Invited. Denton, TX, US.
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      Grant & Contract Support

      Date: 2015 - 2015
      Title:Concept Based Curriculum Course Development, ADN to BSN
      Funding Source:Texas Nurses Foundation Academic Progression in Nursing
      Role:Co-Program Leader
      Date: 2013 - 2014
      Title:Concept Based Curriculum Course Development, ADN to BSN, Nursing Education
      Funding Source:Texas Nurses Foundation Academic Progression in Nursing
      Role:Collaborator
      Date: 2009 - 2009
      Title:2009: Faculty CNE review course
      Funding Source:Del Mar College Faculty Grant
      Role:CO-I

      Selected Publications

      Peer-Reviewed Articles

      1. Maughan ED, Meiers SJ, Breitenstein SM, Coffey JS, Cowen KJ, Danford CA, Dodd C, King S, O'Malley DM, Resha C, Sullivan MD, Lee SK. Redesigning Ecosystems for All Children to Enhance Health and Well-being: An American Academy of Nursing Consensus Paper. Nursing Outlook 74(4):102831, 2026. e-Pub 2026.
      2. McCullagh, MC, Lee, S, Dickson, VV, Lusk, SL. Reduce noise: Enhance health equity—An AAN Consensus Paper. Nursing Outlook 74(3), 2026. e-Pub 2026. PMID: 41936325.
      3. Ramirez K, Tamara CC, Sells J, Clatt K, Abuharb B, Coolbaugh-Murphy M, Culwell I, Fumurescu A, Gust M, Simmons L, Whiteing D, Koenig A, Martinez S, Muriithi W, Caldwell ST, Lee S, Sizemore M, H Krumwiede KA. Transforming Patient Safety and Care Practices Through Interprofessional Education. Advances in Cancer Education and Quality Improvement 2(1):Article 7, 2026. e-Pub 2026.
      4. Caldwell, ST, Lee SK. Defining APRT at The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center. Radiation Therapist 34(1):32-40, 2025. e-Pub 2025.
      5. Susan K Lee. Building Diversity and Advocacy in Healthcare Leadership: A Proposed Graduate Program for Patient Experience Excellence. PX Weekly 11(3), 2025. e-Pub 2025.
      6. Susan K Lee, Pamela Willson. Are Nursing Students Learning About Social Determinants of Health?. Nursing Education Perspectives 41(5):291-293, 2020. e-Pub 2020. PMID: 32769844.
      7. Pamela Willson, Susan K Lee. Human Trafficking: What to Ask and Who to Tell?. Open Tuyu, 2020. e-Pub 2020.
      8. Willson, Susan K Lee. Customizing asthma patient education. Open Tuyu, 2019. e-Pub 2019.
      9. Lee S, Willson P. Concept-based Curriculum Development, Implementation, and Evaluation: A systematic review. International Journal of Nursing and Clinical Practice 5(271), 2018. e-Pub 2018.
      10. Lee S, Willson P. Soldiers on the Streets: How homeless Vietnam veterans decide to seek healthcare. The Internet Journal of Advanced Nursing Practice 16(1), 2017. e-Pub 2017.
      11. Willson P, Lee S, Martinez-Anderson D, Dawkins V. International Interprofessional Learning: Evaluating Advanced Practice Nurses’ Cultural Competencies. Open Tuyu, 2017. e-Pub 2017.
      12. Willson P, Brown K, Formusoh P, Gonzales M, MacTurk J, Rodriguez A, Schooler M, Lee S. Prevention and Management of Herpes Zoster: A case of too little too late. Open Tuyu, 2017. e-Pub 2017.
      13. Willson P, Lee S, Sewell J, Sheffield I, Nguyen M, Stonecypher K. Systematic Review: Computer-based programs for youth asthma self-management. The Internet Journal of Advanced Nursing Practice 16(1), 2017. e-Pub 2017.
      14. Lee S, Willson P. Dog Tags: Homeless veterans and their companion animals. Open Tuyu, 2017. e-Pub 2017.
      15. Lee S, Lockhart L, Sanders E. A case for concept-based nursing education. Texas Nursing Voice 9(3):3-5, 2015. e-Pub 2015.

      Professional Educational Materials

      1. Lee S., Cox-Miller T, Edwards C., Valerio J., Willson P.. Transition to Academia: A toolkit prepared by Texas Team. Texas Nurses Association https://cdn.ymaws.com/www.texasnurses.org/resource/resmgr/foundation/texas_team/transition_to_academia_toolk.pdf, 2024.
      2. Lee S., Clark K, Willson P, Lee J, J. Human Trafficking: Answering Hard Questions About This Hidden Crime. YouTube https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qx7scCe2FbA, 2021.
      3. Lee SK. Transition to Academia: A toolkit prepared by Texas Team. Texas Nurses Association http://www.texasnurses.org/resources, 2020.

      Other Articles

      1. Campbell, L, Kub, J., Lee SK, McDermott-Levy, R. The Crucial Importance of Accurate Enumeration to Bringing Public Health Nurses Out from Behind the “Other” Category. Nursing Outlook 72(4):1-2, 2024. PMID: 38788273.
      2. Lewis, EL, Lee, S The MISSION Act: Has it improved care for North Carolina’s military veterans?. North Carolina medical journal 84(6):367-369, 2023. PMID: 39347636.
      3. Lee, S, Willson, P The Doctor Is In-Listed. North Carolina medical journal 84(6):366-369, 2023. PMID: 39347635.

      Book Chapters

      1. Lee S. Community Assessment Part 1: Shoeleather /Windshield Survey and Key Informant Interview. In: Case Studies in Public Health Nursing. 2. Elsevier, 2024.
      2. Lee S.. Occupational Health. In: Case Studies in Public Health Nursing. 2. Elsevier, 2024.
      3. Lee S.. Faith Community Nursing. In: Case Studies in Public Health Nursing. 2. Elsevier, 2024.
      4. Lee S.. Populations Affected with Disabilities. In: Case Studies in Public Health Nursing. 2. Elsevier, 2024.
      5. Lee S.. Quality Management and Improvement. In: Case Studies in Public Health Nursing. 2. Elsevier, 2024.
      6. Lee S.. Adhering to Ethical Standards. In: Case Studies in Public Health Nursing. 2. Elsevier, 2024.
      7. Lee, S.. Community Based Participatory Research. In: Case Studies in Public Health Nursing. 2. Elsevier, 2024.
      8. Lee S. Community Assessment Part 2: Using Data Sources. In: Case Studies in Public Health Nursing. 2. Elsevier, 2024.
      9. Lee SK, Willson, P.C., Ling, C.G.. Assessing and Addressing Health Care for Veterans Experiencing Homelessness. In: Caring for Veterans and Their Families: A Guide for Nurses and Healthcare Professionals. 1. Jones & Bartlett Learning, 2023.
      10. Lee S., Willson P.. Community Assessment Part 1: Shoeleather /Windshield Survey and Key Informant Interview. In: Case Studies in Public Health Nursing. 1. Elsevier, 2020.
      11. Lee S., Willson P.. Community Assessment Part 2: Using Data Sources. In: Case Studies in Public Health Nursing. 1. Elsevier, 2020.
      12. Lee S., Willson P.. Community Based Participatory Research. In: Case Studies in Public Health Nursing. 1. Elsevier, 2020.
      13. Lee S., Willson P.. Adhering to Ethical Standards. In: Case Studies in Public Health Nursing. 1. Elsevier, 2020.
      14. Lee S., Willson P.. Occupational Health. In: Case Studies in Public Health Nursing. 1. Elsevier, 2020.
      15. Lee S., Willson P.. Faith Community Nursing. In: Case Studies in Public Health Nursing. 1. Elsevier, 2020.
      16. Lee S., Willson P.. Populations Affected with Disabilities. In: Case Studies in Public Health Nursing. 1. Elsevier, 2020.
      17. Lee S., Willson P.. Quality Management and Improvement. In: Case Studies in Public Health Nursing. 1. Elsevier, 2020.

      Web Publications

      1. Ho J, Lee SK. Report of the Advisory Committee on Homeless Veterans 17th Annual Report (2020), 2020.
      2. Johnston M, Grumdahl E, Lee SK. Report of the Advisory Committee on Homeless Veterans 16th Annual Report, 2019.
      3. Johnson M, Grumdahl E, Lee SK. Report of the Advisory Committee on Homeless Veterans 15th Annual Report, 2018.
      4. Johnson M, Grumdahl E, Lee SK. Report of the Advisory Committee on Homeless Veterans 15th Annual Report, 2017.
      5. Lee SK, Connard P. PTSD in Female Veterans, 2011.
      6. Lee SK. Philosopher: Michel Foucault, 2010.
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