Laura McLaughlin, Ph.D., RN
Associate Professor; Coordinator of Accelerated Baccalaureate Nursing Option
Education
- Ph.D., Nursing, Saint Ö±²¥×ÔοÊÓƵ University
- M.S., Outcome Research and Evaluation Science, Saint Ö±²¥×ÔοÊÓƵ University
- M.S.N., Saint Ö±²¥×ÔοÊÓƵ University
- B.S.N., Saint Ö±²¥×ÔοÊÓƵ University
Research Interests
McLaughlin's research areas of interest are sensory assessment of taste and interventions to improve sensory deficits and dry mouth in head and neck cancer survivors. She is also interested in health related quality of life. She has experience in secondary analysis, systematic reviews, and meta-analysis.
Publications and Media Placements
Honors and Awards
- Marilyn Rubin Research Award, Delta Lambda Chapter Sigma Theta Tau, 2024
- National Center for Faculty Development and Diversity Faculty Success Program, 2022
- Applied Health Research Council (BILCN – Research), Saint Ö±²¥×ÔοÊÓƵ University, 2022
Professional Organizations and Associations
- Oncology Nursing Society, 1992 - present
- Midwest Nursing Research Society, 2012 - present
- Sigma Theta Tau Nursing Honor Society, Delta Lambda Chapter, 1990 - present