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Megan Dernaika, DNP, APRN, CNP, FNP-C
Clinical Assistant Professor
Nursing
Biography
Megan Dernaika joined Kramer School of Nursing in the Family Nurse Practitioner program in 2015. She received her nursing license in 2004. Her doctoral project focused on reducing stigmatization related to sexual health. Her primary clinical focus areas have been Oncology, corrections, and University health. She is a member of many professional organizations including the ºìÐÓÖ±²¥app Nurses Association and the Association of ºìÐÓÖ±²¥app Nurse Practitioners.
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Education and National Certifications
- 2022: Doctor of Nursing Practice – ºìÐÓÖ±²¥app City University
Ìý - 2014-Present: Family Nurse Practitioner certified through the AANPCP
- 2014: MSN (FNP) - Samford University
- 2011: MSN (Edu.) - ºìÐÓÖ±²¥app City University
- 2009: BSN - ºìÐÓÖ±²¥app City University
- 2008: ASN - ºìÐÓÖ±²¥app City Community College
Teaching Interest
- Pathophysiology
- Adult Primary Care
- Population health
Current Research/Scholarly Interest
- Reduction in health disparities
- Urban versus rural population health
- Obesity
- Nutrition
Awards, Recognition, and Service
- Member of Phi Kappa Phi honor society
- Member of Sigma Theta Tau International Honor Society of Nursing 
