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Applied Research Project Examples

Avery, D., Alexander, J., Ewing, H., & Taylor, M. (2010). National comprehensive model in conquering infant mortality health disparities among African Americans. Unpublished manuscript, Doctor of Health Sciences, A.T. Still University, Arizona.

Bagnol, L., Alexander, J., Ewing, H., & Chu, D. (2011). Indigos in Hawai`i: A phenomenological study of the experience of growing up with spiritual intelligence. Pacific Health Dialog, 17(1), 83-98.

Baluh, L., Wallace, L., Alexander, J., & Powers, J. (2011). Primum non nocere: Evaluation of care provided by prehospital providers for non-traumatic chest pain. Unpublished manuscript, Doctor of Health Sciences, A.T. Still University, Arizona.

Bowdel, S., Alexander, J., Ewing, H., & Rogers, T. (2010) Systematic review of the efficacy of Topiramate, Naltrexone and Acamprosate for the treatment of alcoholism. Unpublished manuscript, Doctor of Health Sciences, A.T. Still University, Arizona.

Britton, J., Wallace, L., Alexander, J., & Christensen, L. (2011). The effects of manufacturer first-fit algorithms on patient hearing aid benefit and satisfaction. Unpublished manuscript, Doctor of Health Sciences, A.T. Still University, Arizona.

Clontz, L., Alexander, J., Ewing, H., & Cavanagh, J. (2010). A novel chemical approach to prevent biofilm-related infections: The use of Agilyte as an adjuvant for antimicrobial therapies. Unpublished manuscript, Doctor of Health Sciences, A.T. Still University, Arizona.

Coleman, S., Wallace, L., Alexander, J., & Istwan, N. (2011). Recurrent preterm birth in women treated with 17 alpha-hydroxyprogesterone caproate: The contribution of risk factors in the penultimate pregnancy. Unpublished manuscript, Doctor of Health Sciences,  A.T. Still University, Arizona.

Cranney, M., Wallace, L., Alexander, J., & Alfano, L. (2011). Instructor’s discussion forum effort: Is it worth it? Unpublished manuscript, Doctor of Health Sciences, A.T. Still University, Arizona.

DiDonna, T., Alexander, J., Ewing, H., & Hartley, D. (2010). Teaching pediatric assessment skills to post-operative nurses in India. Unpublished manuscript, Doctor of Health Sciences, A.T. Still University, Arizona.

Estrada, M., Alexander, J., Ewing, H., & Middleton, D. (2010). The PACKRAT as a predictor for success on the PANCE with administered during the clinical phase of physician assistant training. Unpublished manuscript, Doctor of Health Sciences, A.T. Still University, Arizona.

Hamblin, J., Wallace, L., Alexander, J., & Ostdiek, J. (2011). Student and preceptors: An analysis of values in the clinical component of physician assistant education and implications for improving student education and training. Unpublished manuscript, Doctor of Health Sciences, A.T. Still University, Arizona.

Haynes, L., Alexander, J., Ewing, H., & Chang, S. (2010). Spinal cord stimulation: Understanding why patients with failed back surgery syndrome decline treatment. Unpublished manuscript, Doctor of Health Sciences, A.T. Still University, Arizona.

Howell, J.R., Alexander, J., Ewing, H., & Kennedy, W. (2010). Anesthesia choices in total knee arthroplasty. Unpublished manuscript, Doctor of Health Sciences, A.T. Still University, Arizona.

Hunter, R., Wallace, L., Alexander, J., & Hunter, R. (2011). Overcoming barriers to adolescent immunization: A survey of family providers. Unpublished manuscript, Doctor of Health Sciences, A.T. Still University, Arizona.

Kidd, V., Wallace, L., Alexander, J., & Namazian, M. (2011). High-impact sporting activity following hip resurfacing arthroplasty: A systematic review. Unpublished manuscript, Doctor of Health Sciences, A.T. Still University, Arizona.

Kolman, A., Wallace, L., Alexander, J., & Khan, W. (2011). The characterization of anxiety and alprazolam use in patients treated in a pain management clinic. Unpublished manuscript, Doctor of Health Sciences, A.T. Still University, Arizona.

Lai, L., Lee, T. H., Tobler, L., Wen, L., Shi, P., Alexander, J., Ewing, H., Busch, M. (2012). Relative distribution of West Nile virus RNA in blood compartments: Implications for blood donor nucleic acid amplification technology screening. [Evaluation Studies Validation Studies]. Transfusion, 52(2), 447-454. doi: 10.1111/j.1537-2995.2011.03289.x

Louis, N., Wallace, L., Alexander, J., & Voley, K. (2011). The impact of traveling practitioners on cancer screening. Unpublished manuscript, Doctor of Health Sciences, A.T. Still University, Arizona.

Obisike, E., Wallace, L., Alexander, J., & Brower, M. (2012). Enhancing person-centered planning for adults living with disabilities using dynamic organization culture. European Scientific Journal, 8(29), 1-15.

Okpala, P., Alexander, J., Ewing, H., & Tulp, O. (2010). A close comparison of clinical risk factors for coronary artery disease of a small group of immigrant Asians and Caucasian Americans working in an urban medical center in Los Angeles County, California: A pilot study. Unpublished manuscript, Doctor of Health Sciences, A.T. Still University, Arizona.

Okpala, P., Alexander, J., Ewing, H., & Tulp, O. (2010). The use of non-invasive positive pressure ventilator (NIPPV) and conventional medical care to treat respiratory failure arising from acute exacerbation of COPD: A systematic review. Unpublished manuscript, Doctor of Health Sciences, A.T. Still University, Arizona.

Payne, M., Wallace, L., Alexander, J., & White, R. (2011). Does emergency room triage directly affect patient throughput in the department. Unpublished manuscript, Doctor of Health Sciences, A.T. Still University, Arizona.

Phung, M., Wallace, L., Alexander, J., & Phung, J. (2011). The experiences of parenting children with fetal alcohol syndrome disorders. Unpublished manuscript, Doctor of Health Sciences, A.T. Still University, Arizona.

Pulver, K., Alexander, J., Ewing, H., & Humphreys, S. (2010). Perceived outcomes of workers' compensation patients following spinal surgery: A descriptive analysis. Unpublished manuscript, Doctor of Health Sciences, A.T. Still University, Arizona.

Rafie, F., Wallace, L., Alexander, J., & Biggs, C. (2011). Dosimetric comparison of various fractionated stereotactic radiosurgery treatment systems. Unpublished manuscript, Doctor of Health Sciences, A.T. Still University, Arizona.

Ronzio, J., Wallace, L., Alexander, J., & Reilly, F. (2011). Telehealth patient satisfaction for veteran mental health care in Alaska. Unpublished manuscript, Doctor of Health Sciences, A.T. Still University, Arizona.

Simmons, S., Alexander, J.L., Ewing, H., & Whetzel, S. (2012). SNAP participation in preschool-aged children and prevalence of overweight and obesity. Journal of School Health, 82(12), pp. 548-552.

Smith, T., Wallace, L., Alexander, J., & Funke, E. (2011). Post-cardiac transplant in a 65-year-old African American male diagnosed with ATTR Vall221le familial amyloidosis: A case study. Unpublished manuscript, Doctor of Health Sciences, A.T. Still University, Arizona.

Stephens, P., Wallace, L., Alexander, J., & Whitman, B. (2011). The effect of climate on emergency department volume and acuity. Unpublished manuscript, Doctor of Health Sciences, A.T. Still University, Arizona.

Carney-Thomas, C., Wallace, L., Alexander, J., & Vijayan, A. (2011). The relationship between the use of adult dementia day care and caregiver quality of life. Unpublished manuscript, Doctor of Health Sciences, A.T. Still University, Arizona.

Thompkins, J., Wallace, L., Alexander, J., & Oneywu, E. (2011). A systematic review: Using education and awareness to recruit African American women in breast cancer research. Unpublished manuscript, Doctor of Health Sciences, A.T. Still University, Arizona.

Townsend, J., Wallace, L., Alexander, J., & Forney, J. (2011). Emerging technology in telemedicine: A systematic review. Unpublished manuscript, Doctor of Health Sciences, A.T. Still University, Arizona.

Welsh, J.M., Alexander, J.L., Ewing, H., & Holmes, W.H. (2010). PAs, NPs and defensive medicine in the ED. ADVANCE for NPs & PAs, 1(4), 12.

Yeaman, P., Kim, D., Alexander, J.L., Ewing, H, & Kim, K.Y. (2012). Relationship of physical and functional independence and perceived quality of life of veteran patients with Alzheimer disease. American Journal of Hospice and Palliative Medicine, Epub ahead of print. doi: 10.1177/1049909112453868

Zumbrink, U., Alexander, J., Ewing, H., Sexton, P. (2010). Healthy Eyes Healthy People study: Optometrists are working with patients to reduce diabetic retinopathy. Unpublished manuscript, Doctor of Health Sciences, A. T. Still University, Arizona.