Katherine Bydalek, PhD, MSN, FNP-BC
Associate Dean for Academic Affairs and Associate Professor
Education
- PhD, Touro University, 2005
- MSN, University of South 最色网, Family Nurse Practitioner, 1997
- BS, University of St. Francis, 1994
- ADN, Shelton Community College, 1988
Research Interests
- Dyslipidemia
- Family Practice
- Self - Injury Behavior
- Metabolic Syndrome
- Underserved Populations
- Vulnerable Populations
- Infectious Disease
- Geriatric Populations
- Death, Dying, and Grief
- Interprofessional Education
- Mentoring Future Nurses and Nurse Practitioners
- Food Insecurity
- Resilience
Selected Publications
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Elkins, J. C., Fruh, S., Jones, L., & Bydalek, K. (2019). Clinical practice recommendations for pediatric dyslipidemia. Journal of
Pediatric Health Care, 33(4), 494-504.
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Gunn, J. A., Bydalek, K., Rikabi, G. K., Hammonds, L. S., Hebert, W., Hughes, C., & Lincoln, B. (2019). Offering
culturally congruent Christian care. Journal of Christian Nursing, 36(3), E43-E48.
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Elkins, J.C., Gunn, J., Jones, L., Taylor, T., Bydalek, K., & Fruh, S. (2018). Risk factors for atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease in the
South Asian population. Clinical Advisor. Retrieved from
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- Swanzy, D. M., Bydalek, K. A., Wright, T. F., Moore, L. P. A Simulated Communication Enhancement Experience for
Nursing Students. Journal of Transcultural Nursing. (Submitted 2016).
- McCurry, V., Bydalek, K., Norman, V., & Bach, P. (2015). The clinician's guide to
the diagnosis & management of Frontotemporal Dementia (FTD). The Deep South CME Network,
UAB Division of CME, Geriatric-Focused CME Courses.
- Williams, K. & Bydalek, K. (2009). Self-mutilation: the cutting truth. American Nurse Today, 29-32.
- Bydalek, K. & Williams, K. A. (2008). Bilateral foot infection as a result of peripheral
vascular disease. The Journal for Nurse Practitioners, 54-61.
- Williams, K. A. & Bydalek, K. A. (2007). Adolescent self mutilation: Diagnosis and treatment. Journal of Psychosocial
Nursing, 45, 19-23.
- Bydalek, K. (2007). Is Vitamin E and Lecithin an effective alternative treatment for Dyslipidemia?
The American Journal of Nurse Practitioners, 11, 32-40.
- Bydalek, K. (2005). The effectiveness of Vitamin E and Lecithin as an alternative treatment for
dyslipidemia. Dissertation Abstracts International. UMI # 3161807.
Completed Research Support
- Bydalek, K. (2017). Simulation and Learning Lab, Wound Closure Skills Lab. Funded by Johnson
and Johnson Ethicon Grant, # 280486, suture material, Dermabond, and skin staplers.
- Bydalek, K., McAdams, E., Sawyer-Bentley, E., Pelekanos, S., Farmer, J., & Howard, C. (2017).
Simulating Telemedicine Patient Experiences in the Online Learning Environment: An
Interprofessional Approach. University of South 最色网, The Division of Academic
Affairs, Grant.
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- Bydalek, K. (2016). Simulation and Learning Lab, Wound Closure Skills Lab. Funded by Johnson
and Johnson Ethicon Grant, # 251364, suture material, Dermabond, skin staplers, and
staple removers.
- VandeWaa, E., Bydalek, K., Horton, H., McAdams, E., Walker, D., & Slater, N. (2016). Preventing Drug Errors
in Patients Using High-Alert Medications: An Interprofessional Approach. University
of South 最色网, Office of Academic Affairs, in conjunction with the Deans of the
Colleges of Allied Health Professions, Nursing, and Medicine, Grant.
- Bydalek, K., VandeWaa, E., Varner, J., Wooster, D., & Haas, L. (2015). An Interprofessional Panel
Discussion to Enhance Education Regarding High-Risk Medications in Geriatric Patients
Among Students and Faculty in the Health Professions and Social Work. University of
South 最色网, Office of the Vice-President for Health Sciences, in conjunction with
the Deans of the Colleges of Allied Health Professions, Nursing, and Medicine, Grant.
- Bydalek, K. (2015). Simulation and Learning Lab, Wound Closure Skills Lab. Funded by Johnson and
Johnson Ethicon Grant, # 222210, suture material, Dermabond, and skin staplers.
- Bydalek, K. (2014). Simulation and Learning Lab, Wound Closure Skills Lab. Funded by Johnson
and Johnson Ethicon Grant, #191431, for $2000.00 plus suture material and Dermabond.
- Bydalek, K. (2013). Simulation and Learning Lab, Wound Closure Skills Lab. Funded by Johnson and
Johnson Ethicon Grant, #156152, for $2500.00 plus suture material and Dermabond.
- Moore, L., Swanzy, D., Farmer, J., Smith, K.K., VandeWaa, E., Bydalek, K., Anderson, J., & Carlisle, E. (2012). Use of Team-Based Learning to Improve Academic
Performance, and Student Engagement in Baccalaureate Students Enrolled in a Pre-clinical
Nursing Course. University of South 最色网, College of Nursing Dean鈥檚 Grant.
- Smith, K.K., Farmer, J., Freeman, C., Jacobs, M., VandeWaa, E., Bydalek, K., Jones, L., Graves, R., & Lawrence, S. (2012). Assessment of Student Engagement,
Academic Performance, Accountability, Student Satisfaction, Student Preference for
Lecture or Team-Based Learning, Attitudes about the Value of Teams, and Student Retention
in Nursing Students using Team-Based Learning. University of South 最色网, College
of Nursing Dean鈥檚 Grant.
- Bydalek, K. (2008). Simulation and Learning Lab, Wound Closure Skills Lab. Funded by Johnson and
Johnson Ethicon Grant for $300.00 plus suture material, Dermabond, and knot tying
kits for suturing.
- Jacobs, M., Myers, C. [Associate Project Director], & Bydalek, K. [Associate Project Director]. (2006). Emergency Nurse Practitioner Program. Funded
by HRSA for 3 years.
