Career Development Awardee 2018-2020
Position: Assistant Professor, Department of Medicine, Division of Rheumatology & Immunology
Project Title: Reducing Disparities in Medication Adherence of Patients with Systemic Lupus Erythematosus
Dr. Sun’s overall research aim is to understand and address key barriers to medication non-adherence in minorities with Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (SLE). Her REACH Equity study will develop and pilot-test a multi-level intervention directed at lupus providers, clinic staff, and patients to improve patient-provider communication and patient self-efficacy.