BU CTSI KL2 Scholar Awarded an NIH K23 Career Development Award
Spotlight: Dr. Kelsey Egan
We’re excited to share that Dr. Kelsey Egan has been awarded an NIH K23 Career Development Award.
Dr. Egan’s research interests focus on improving linkages between pediatric primary care and community-based resources and programs (i.e. clinical-community integration) in order to improve health outcomes for children and families. She is particularly interested in developing and implementing interventions to prevent food insecurity in early childhood.
About Her K23 Project
“Designing and Piloting Clinic-Based Health Information Technology to Improve WIC Retention”
Food insecurity remains a serious challenge across the U.S., especially for families with young children and for Black and Hispanic households. The WIC program plays a crucial role in supporting nutrition and health—but many families stop participating after their child’s first birthday.
To change that, Dr. Egan’s project will:
- Create clinic-based digital tools to better connect pediatric care teams and WIC services.
- Make it easier for providers and WIC staff to share information and follow up with families.
- Help families stay enrolled longer and reduce food insecurity during early childhood.
Why It Matters
Dr. Egan’s work is a powerful example of research rooted in community needs. By blending clinical care, technology, and public health, she’s creating practical solutions that improve real lives—and advance health equity from the very start of life.