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MS in Physician Assistant Studies

Theses/Dissertations from 2020 2020

Application and use of autophagy in cancer treatment; Does the application of autophagy in patients undergoing chemotherapy/radiation enhance treatment and recovery?, Jordan Dietz Kraay

Non-Surgical vs. Surgical Management of Heart Failure in Adults with Congenital Heart Disease, Miranda LaCroix

Does an ACL autograft, allograft or synthetic graft lead to improved long term knee stability?, Parker Lanoue

Is there a link between Periodontal Disease and Alzheimer's Disease?, Jing Lin

Does the Use of Extracorporeal Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation Improve Neurologically Favorable Survival in Patients with Refractory Out-of-Hospital Cardiac Arrest?, Timothy Lund

Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy and ICD Therapy, Sarah Marti

Does Urbanization or Industrialization Have More Impact on the Increasing Prevalence of Diabetes in Developing Countries?, Simon Mazza

Factors that Impact Glycemic Control in Adolescents with Type 1 Diabetes, Kelsey McFarling

What are the Clinical Implications on the Effects of Intermittent Fasting on Human Health: A Literature Review, Merari Morales Rosales

A Literature Review: An Analysis of the Widespread Effects of Solitary Confinement/Social Isolation on Mental Illness and Mortality, Taneasha Muonio

The Great Flood: An Exploration of Fluid Resuscitation in Sepsis, Adam Olsson

Does Hyperthermic Intaperitoneal Chemotherapy Treatment Increase Life Expectancy in Ovarian Cancer Patients?, Alessandra Orthey

Would The Use of Early Albuminuria Screening In Underserved Populations Lead To More Ac- curate Predictions of Chronic Kidney Disease?, Soaly Pin

Current prospects and outlook of CRISPR/Cas technology in clinical therapy, James Piper

Health Impacts of Global Climate Change With a Focus on Women’s Health, Mikhaila Samz

Idiopathic Gastroparesis: Lifestyle Modifications Versus Pharmacotherapy, Rebecca K. Schieffer

Comparison of Non-NSAID Pain Management in the Treatment of Patients with Symptomatic Knee Osteoarthritis, Nicholas Schmitz

Comparison of Non-NSAID Pain Management in the Treatment of Patients with Symptomatic Knee Osteoarthritis, Nicholas Schmitz

Adjunctive Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy for Diabetic Foot Ulcers, Kaitlin Storo

Medical Treatment of Diabetes Compared to Bariatric Surgery, Daniel Thornley

The Presence and Prognosis of Acute Kidney Injury and Renal Abnormalities in Hospitalized SARS-CoV-2 Patients, Mara Waaraniemi

Occupational Radiation Exposure Health Risks And Radiation Safety Practices Relative to Interventional Cardiology Providers, Brandon Young

Theses/Dissertations from 2019 2019

Effects and Methods of Music Therapy for Infants in a Neonatal Intensive Care Unit, Erica Abeler

Among Patients with Chronic Hypertension, Does Blood Pressure Control with Anti-Hypertensives Decrease the Incidence of Cognitive Decline and Vascular dementia, Anna S. Boyd

Suicide Throughout Military Personnel and Veterans: A Literature Review, Brandon Cottrell

Operative versus Conservative Treatment of Clavicular and Scapular Fractures, Chase Davis

Short-Term Medical Missions: Capacity building in low and middle-income countries (LMICs) to address the main concerns and measure the long-term impacts on communities, Alexander Edorh

An Evaluation of the Refugee Experience of Liminality and the Impact of Best Practice Models of Care, Hanna Erickson

Preventing Road Traffic Incidents in Low- and Middle-Income Countries, Kayla Fuechtmann

Barriers that prevent initial prescription of hydroxyurea in sickle cell disease, Harini Halaharvi

Childhood Immunization Coverage and Challenges: United States vs. Latin America, James Cedric Holden

Cervical Cancer Screening and Prevention in Central America, Madeline Jensen

Physical Activity Guidelines in Patients with Hemophilia: Benefits, Barriers, and Recommendations, Chelsea Johnson

Do cognitive stimulating activities help prevent the development of dementia in seniors living in Latin America?, Sarah Kane

The Right Vasopressor at the Right Time Does Early Use of Vasopressors Decrease Morbidity and Mortality in Septic Shock, Michael Kittok

Reproductive Health Needs in Individuals with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities, Emily Bo LaFountaine

Opioid Agonist Therapy and Detoxification: Improving Outcomes for Fetuses Born to Addicted Mothers, Kao Lee

Barriers to Sexual and Reproductive Health Care Access in Central America With a Focus on Modern Contraception, Maria McCoshen

Geographic Variances of Osteoporosis: What Interventions Can be Implemented to Raise Awareness and Reduce the Risk of Fractures in Latin America?, Kayla Mork

Spirituality and Religiosity: The Impact of Spirituality and Religiosity on Health Outcomes, Nonglee Moua

Hydrocortisone, Ascorbic Acid and Thiamine (HAT) as Adjunctive Therapy for the Septic Patient, Keith Fertey Moy

An Evaluation of Home-based Primary Care (HBPC): Impact on Cost and Outcomes and Patient Satisfaction in the United States and Abroad, Isaac Pierre

Interventions in Reducing Weight Bias in Healthcare Providers and Preservice Students, Nora Powers

Climate Change and Dengue Fever: Are They Connected?, Chelsey Rilatos

Using Music Therapy as an Adjunct to Pharmacologic Therapies for Chronic Pain, Andrea L. Rosenberg

Diagnostic techniques in resource-limited countries compared with developed countries, Rachel Schiltz

Efficacy of a Single Dose HPV vaccine and its Potential Outcomes in Low-Income Countries, Brooke Schramm

Antibiotic Resistance of Streptococcus Pneumoniae in the United States and Latin American Countries: Contributing Factors and Potential Solutions, Brian Sherman

Sensitivity of single organ versus multiorgan point-of-care ultrasound compared to computed tomography pulmonary angiography in detecting pulmonary embolism in adult patients, Jessica Stangenes

Does risk stratification in post-partum hemorrhage improve outcomes?, Kamini Sundar bose

How Does The Use of Pelvic Binders In Patients With Unstable Pelvic Fractures Compare To Alternative Temporary External Immobilization Methods?, Paige Thayer

Maternal Health Interventions in Rural, Resource-Limited Countries, Katherine Tilton

Non-Pharmacological HIV Prevention Strategies in Low-Income and Developing Countries: Special Focus on Latin America, Lyn Zurakowski

Theses/Dissertations from 2018 2018

Drug Therapy Vs. Ablation Therapy for Patients with Atrial Fibrillation, Jessica Ansara

How Does Education of Food Handlers and Citizens Improve Food Safety?, Bishop Anyiwe

Disparities in Transgender Patient Healthcare and Implications for Primary Care Providers, Ashley Aretz

Does music therapy decrease agitation in patients with dementia?, Clinton Billhorn

Cognitive Behavioral Techniques in Pediatric Pain Management, Amity Carlson

What methods of prevention of Zika Virus infection are most effective and what is done to prevent Zika Virus in Costa Rica and Nicaragua?, Melissa Charron

Historical and Current Management of Hemophilia: A Focus on Inhibitor Development and Treatment in Severe Hemophilia A, Julia Colling

Access and Attitudes Regarding Emergency Contraception and Reproductive Health in Nicaragua, Nadia Commers

Analysis of the Effects of Music Therapy on Pain and Anxiety Levels in Pediatric Burn Patients, Maria Cook

Local Attitudes and Prevention around the Nicaraguan Sugarcane Worker with Chronic Renal Disease, Matt Cyr

What is the Best Antihypertensive Regimen to Prevent Stroke in Hypertensive Patients?, Pat DeWitt

Distracted Caregivers: A Literature Review Regarding the Impact of Caregiver Mobile Device Usage on Children, Joseph Eisenschenk

Effects of Cultural and Language Barriers on the Outcome of Autism Spectrum Disorder Amongst Children from the Somali Immigrant Population of Minnesota, Amal Farah

Obesity: Best Treatment Practices Based on Current Research, Garret FitzSimmons

Hyperuricemia and Mesoamerican Nephropathy, Britleigh Garcia

How does being born via cesarean section compared to vaginal delivery change the gut microbiota and immune system in newborns and affect the development of asthma and allergies, Rachel Gratz

The Impact of Sexual Education on Decreasing Adolescent Pregnancy in Nicaragua, Allison Greenwood

In developing countries, does the implementation of basic cardio-pulmonary resuscitation education in the community improve patient outcomes?, Ashley Gross

Among Patients with Endometriosis, Does the Use of Serum Biomarkers, Versus Laparoscopic Surgery For Diagnosis and Staging of the Disease Decrease the Incidence of Disease Related Negative Outcomes, Ellyn C. Hexum

Acute Post-Operative Pain Management: Preventing Overuse of Opioids, Alison Hirsch

Effectiveness of Combination Prevention strategy in HIV Prevention in Latin America, Amina Iman

Impact of Medical Scribes in Healthcare: A Systematic Review, Eryn Johnson

Analysis of Intrauterine Device Implementation and Review of Prevention Strategies to Reduce Adolescent Pregnancy in Nicaragua, Haley Johnson

Smallpox Bioterrorism Preparedness: The Importance of Technology and Education for Early Detection and Response, D Taylor Jorgenson-Rathke

Comparing Short and Long-Term Benefits of ACL Autograft and Allograft Reconstruction Techniques, Nathan Kleppe

An Analysis of Music Therapy on Improving Social and Communication Skills in Children with Autism Spectrum Disorder, Steven Koehler

Climate Change: Human Health, the Developing World and the Global Response, Cole James Kriett

Are Platelet Rich Plasma injections a Better Choice Compared to Glucocorticoid Injections for the Treatment of Rotator Cuff Tendinopathy in Adult Patients?, Sawyer Lange

How is music therapy currently being used in pediatric pain management?, Kaylie LaPlante

Effect of Intimate Partner Violence on Maternal and Fetal Health During Pregnancy, Chelsey Leuschke

HPV Screening in Nicaragua, Claire Maccani

Nobody Likes Flies, Zachary Mattson

Risk factors for developing child malnutrition in Central America, Molly McNamara

Emergency Medical Services in Rural Costa Rica, Kelsey Merck

Do three-dimensional printed prosthetics in below elbow amputee patients offer an affordable and accessible option to a customized and individualized prosthetic experience?, Mark Meyers

Do Non-Steroidal Anti-Inflammatory Drugs Increase the Risk for Non- or Mal-Union Following Acute Fracture? A Literature Review, Bryan Moritz

Barriers to Contraceptive Use in Nicaragua, Ellen Motley

Telemedicine and Type 2 Diabetes, Erin Ness

Target Temperature Management after Cardiac Arrest: Optimizing survival outcomes, Nicole Neumann

Strategic Recommendations for New PAs entering the Workforce in 2020-2025, Minh A. Nguyen

Increased antibiotic resistance of Escherichia coli in Nicaragua: Potential Causes and Future Implications, Ryan S. Paukert

Are children of a diabetic mother in comparison to children of a nondiabetic mother at an increased risk for developing obesity in the first 10 years of life?, Chhorn Pho

The Utilization of Procalcitonin Biomarker to Decrease the Misuse of Antibiotics in Community- Acquired Pneumonia Infections, Jessica Radermacher

Treatment of Depression in Elderly Patients, Molly Rentz

Therapeutic Hypothermia for Neonatal Hypoxic Ischemic Encephalopathy: Effects on Neurodevelopmental Outcomes, Claire Rustad

Global Health and Societal Impacts of Schistosomiasis, William Ryan

The Effectiveness of Video and Other Electronic Media on DNR/DNI Decisions within Advance Care Planning, Peter Seebarg

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