Studies factors in sexuality as people age, and had given presentations on stress and coping, diets and body image. Has expertise in family relationships in the aging family. Studies sibling relationships throughout adulthood, effects of relationships when adult children care for elderly parents and euthanasia in old age. Expert in financial management over the life course and economic security in retirement. An accredited financial counselor.
Clinical practice focuses on treating the elderly and critical care patients.
Has expertise in the areas of blood thinners, blood clots, drug interactions, heart disease and treatments, common lab tests, critical care medicine, and monitoring drugs in the elderly. Has studied prescription drug use and misuse by seniors in the Midwest. Is a member of review panel of the Journal of Gerontological Nursing. Has studied the abuse of alcohol by the elderly and situation of working adults who are primary caregivers for the elderly. Interests include families and work and women's studies.