Professor Dr. Molly Tanenbaum

Biography

Molly Tanenbaum is a Clinical Associate Professor in Medicine at Stanford University, specializing in Endocrinology. She is a committed clinical researcher focused on improving health quality and life outcomes for individuals living with diabetes. Her research primarily revolves around two main areas: understanding and optimizing the role of technology in diabetes management, including mobile technology and diabetes devices, and exploring the emotional experiences of individuals living with diabetes. Recently, her work has centered on developing telehealth-based behavioral interventions aimed at supporting the adoption and sustained use of continuous glucose monitoring technology among adults with type 1 diabetes. Dr. Tanenbaum employs qualitative and mixed methods to take a human-centered approach in understanding the context of managing chronic conditions. Additionally, she focuses on compassion-based approaches to address diabetes distress. As a licensed clinical psychologist, she provides consultations regarding behavioral medicine interventions for those living with diabetes.

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