Mary Kate Kelly, MPH

Mary Kate Kelly is a clinical research coordinator working with Dr. Alexander Fiks and Dr. Brian Jenssen on multiple primary care-based projects aiming to improve pediatric care and health outcomes. Much of this research focuses on the incorporation of health information technology. Mary Kate received her Master of Public Health in Epidemiology from Drexel University. Her research at Drexel focused on the association between gender and inflammation in the context of chronic pain and depression. She also worked with a team of researchers on a project evaluating the status of behavioral health in Philadelphia. Before attending graduate school, she worked as a direct support specialist for children and adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities.