Kelly Dunn, MMSc, PA-C

Title: Assistant Professor of Practice — Physician Assistant Science
Office: Oakland University West Center, Suite 209 O
Phone: (248) 364-8683
E-mail: kellydunn@oakland.edu

Educational Background:
Master of Medical Science in Physician Assistant Studies; Mercer University
B.S. in Human Biology; Michigan State University

Teaching Interests:
Sleep Medicine
Emergency Medicine
Clinical skills development 
Preventive medicine and healthy lifestyle promotion

Research/Scholarship
Ms. Dunn’s scholarly interests include implementation science, specifically, how system level changes can drive better health behaviors, beyond simply educating patients. Environment has been shown to have significant impacts on health behaviors. Given her background in sleep medicine, emergency medicine and podiatry, she is interested in exploring how this concept applies to sleep hygiene, nutrition and activity – areas where behavior modifications can improve patient outcomes.

Professional Affiliations:
Nationally Certified Physician Assistant (NCCPA)
American Academy of Physician Assistants (AAPA)
Michigan Academy of Physician Assistants (AAPA)

Personal Interests:
Spending time with family and friends, traveling , home/interior design and DIY, biking, hiking