Sarah H. Kagan
Sarah H. Kagan is a renowned nurse and gerontologist known for her significant contributions to the field of geriatric nursing. She is currently the Lucy Walker Honorary Term Professor of Gerontological Nursing at the University of Pennsylvania School of Nursing.
Early Life and Education[edit | edit source]
Sarah H. Kagan was born and raised in the United States. She pursued her undergraduate studies in nursing at the University of Rochester where she developed a keen interest in geriatric nursing. She later earned her Master's degree in nursing from the Yale University School of Nursing and a PhD in nursing from the University of California, San Francisco.
Career[edit | edit source]
Kagan began her career as a staff nurse, working in various healthcare settings. Her experiences in these roles sparked her interest in improving the quality of care for older adults. She transitioned into academia, where she has been instrumental in shaping the field of geriatric nursing.
At the University of Pennsylvania, Kagan's research focuses on the experience of aging and chronic illness, with a particular emphasis on the role of nurses in improving the quality of life for older adults. She has published numerous articles and book chapters on these topics, and her work has been widely recognized for its impact on nursing practice and policy.
Awards and Recognition[edit | edit source]
Kagan's contributions to nursing and gerontology have earned her numerous awards and recognitions. She is a Fellow of the American Academy of Nursing and the Gerontological Society of America. In 2016, she was awarded the Doris Schwartz Gerontological Nursing Research Award by the Gerontological Society of America for her outstanding contributions to geriatric nursing research.
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