Associate Professor
North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University
Dr. Sharon Parker is an Associate Professor of Social Work, a health equity researcher, and a mentor dedicated to advancing social justice in healthcare. Her research focuses on the intersection of structural inequities, healthcare access, and patient-provider communication, particularly for marginalized populations. She has led multiple studies on pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP) awareness, HIV prevention, sickle cell,and the impact of stigma on healthcare experiences.
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Stigma, Communication, and Pain Management: Exploring Sickle Cell Patients' Healthcare Experiences
Saturday, October 25, 2025
3:00 PM - 3:30 PM MT