Researchers
Laura Caccavale, PhD
Associate Professor
Division
Pediatric Endocrinology and Metabolism
Research group
Research areas
Laura's research focuses on the development and implementation of behavioral interventions that promote health and well-being for children, adolescents, and young adults with chronic illnesses such as type 1 diabetes and obesity. Specifically, her research seeks to understand how better to support patients in health promotion, adherence, and through the transition from pediatric to adult health care.
Collaborators
- Dr. Melanie Bean (VCU)
- Dr. Trey Wickham (VCU)
- Dr. Jessica LaRose (VCU)
- Dr. Suzanne Mazzeo (VCU)
- Dr. Randi Streisan (Children's National)
- Dr. Maureen Monaghan (Children's National)
- Dr. Laura Thornton (UNC)
CHRI theme
Health Equity, Personalized and Translational Medicine