Dr. Heather Cuevas

Associate Professor

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Biography

Heather Cuevas is an Associate Professor in the School of Nursing at the University of Texas at Austin, where she teaches in the Clinical Nurse Specialist program. She received her PhD and MSN from the University of Texas at Austin and her BSN from Baylor University. Her research focuses on the effects of cognitive function and diabetes self-management, particularly examining the impacts of glucose variability on cognitive function. She leads interdisciplinary teams in NIH-funded research aimed at developing cognitive rehabilitation interventions for individuals with type 2 diabetes. Additionally, her clinical expertise as a Clinical Nurse Specialist includes diagnosing, treating, and managing various endocrine disorders within outpatient settings. Currently, she practices at the Family Wellness Clinic at the University of Texas at Austin, where she works closely with patients suffering from diabetes and other endocrine disorders.

Research Interests

Requirements for University of Texas at Austin

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
GRE General
TOEFL
Total
Required:79
IELTS
Overall
Required:6.5
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited institution
Application Checklist
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  • Application fee
  • Official transcripts
  • Statement of Purpose
  • Three letters of recommendation
  • CV/Resume
Specialization Notes

General requirements for the Graduate School at UT Austin apply to all programs unless otherwise specified.