Research Faculty

Name Peggy Ward-Smith Ph.D., RN

Title Associate Professor

Research Description
Dr. Ward-Smith’s research interest focuses on quality of life, specifically for those that have healthcare conditions that cannot be cured. Current research is exploring the link between personal distress, quality of life and healthcare decisions among veterans and how the American Heart Association’s Choose to Move program influences quality of life among plus-size women.

Email wardsmithp@umkc.edu

Office 2464 Charlotte

Office (816) 235-5960

Personal Web Page http://h.faculty.umkc.edu/wardsmithp

CV CVwardsmith.pdf

Degrees UMKC, Ph.D., Nursing

Avila University, MS, Counseling Psychology

St. Xavier College, MSN, Nursing

Rush University, BSN, Nursing

Schools School of Nursing

Research Area Quality of Life and Treatment Outcomes