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Kristin M. Schroeder is an Associate Professor of Pediatrics and an Associate Research Professor of Global Health at Duke University. With a strong belief that children diagnosed with cancer deserve a chance for a cure, she has dedicated her career to improving pediatric cancer care outcomes, particularly in low-resource settings. Kristin spent six months annually in Mwanza, Tanzania, at the Bugando Medical Centre, contributing to the Duke Global Cancer Program. Her research centers on developing interventions to reduce treatment abandonment rates and improve outcomes for children with cancer. A trained pediatric neuro-oncologist, Kristin is actively involved in neuro-oncology capacity development in Sub-Saharan Africa, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to establish vital diagnostic and treatment opportunities for patients. She has been awarded several grants to improve access to cancer care in Tanzania and enhance caregiver education.
Duke University • Durham, NC
Teaching and conducting research in the field of pediatrics and global health.
Duke University • Durham, NC
Researching and advocating for improved pediatric cancer care.
Department of Pediatrics • Durham, NC
Involved in clinical practices and training in pediatric hematology-oncology.
Department of Biomedical Engineering (MS program)