Laura K. Guyer, PhD, MEd, RDN
Curriculum Vitae
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LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/laura-guyer
OFFICE
Address:205 Ustler Hall
Box 117352
Gainesville, FL 32611-7352
Phone:352-273-0385(Mobile) 352-332-0523
Email:
EDUCATION
1997Post-Doctoral Coursework
Multicultural Counseling
University of Florida
1996Post-Doctoral Coursework
Introduction to Counseling
Reformed Theological Seminary
Orlando, FL
1987Doctor of Philosophy, University of Florida
Department: Educational Leadership
Specialization: Curriculum and Instruction
Minors: Human Nutrition and Exercise Science
Dissertation: Relationships among Self-esteem, Psychological Type and WeightHistory as a Basis for Individualizing Instruction for Successful Weight Reduction and Maintenance
1981Master of Education, University of Florida
Specialization: Vocational, Technical and Adult Education
1978American Dietetic Association Internship, Alachua General Hospital, Inc.
1977Bachelor of Science, University of Florida
Department: Food Science and Human Nutrition
Specialization: Dietetics
REGISTRATION/CERTIFICATIONS
The Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics, Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (R513368)
HIPAA for Research
Human Subjects Research, CITI Program
ACADEMIC POSITIONS
2015 – pres.Affiliate Associate ProfessorBob Graham Center for Public Service
University of Florida
2014 – pres.Adjunct Associate ProfessorCollege of Public Health and Health Professions
University of Florida
2013 – pres.Sr. LecturerCollegeof Liberal Arts & Sciences
Center for Women’s Studies and Gender Research
University of Florida
2011-13Courtesy Associate ProfessorCollege of Medicine and
College of Liberal Arts & Sciences
University of Florida
2010-12Courtesy Associate ProfessorCollege of Public Health and Health Professions
Dept. Behavioral Science and Community Health
University of Florida
1995-98Associate Professor and ProgramCollege of Agriculture
Director (tenured)Food Science and Human Nutrition Department
Didactic Program in Dietetics andCombined
Master’s Degree – Dietetic Internship
University of Florida
1988–94Assistant Professor and Program College of Agriculture
DirectorFood Science and Human Nutrition Department
Didactic Program in Dietetics andCombined
Master’s Degree – Dietetic Internship
University of Florida
1988Adjunct InstructorSanta Fe Community College
Department of Health Professions
CLINICAL AND COMMUNITY POSITIONS
2005 – 09Consultant DietitianMid-Florida Area Agency on Aging (dba Elder
Options, Inc.)
2001–13Associate DirectorSuwannee River Area Health Education Center, Inc.
1999–2001Vice PresidentEngineering THE LAW, Inc.
1987–88Consultant DietitianLake Butler Hospital and Hand Surgery Center
1983–84Consultant DietitianOak View Care Center
1982–84Program Director and Wellness Alachua General Hospital Center for Health & Fitness
Nutritionist
1980–88Consultant DietitianWilliston Memorial Hospital
1978–81Clinical DietitianAlachua General Hospital, Inc.
GRANTS FUNDED PROJECTS
Title:Community Resource Paramedicine: An Innovative Approach to Meeting the Needs of Gainesville’s Most Vulnerable Populations
Sponsor:UF- City of Gainesville Research Award
Dates:May, 2017 – May, 2018
Award:$50,000
Role:Co-Investigator
Title: Reducing Oral Health Disparities among Children in Alachua County Through Needs Assessment and Information Resource Development (in review)
Sponsor:NLM Information Resource Grants to Reduce Health Disparities
Dates:July 2017 – June 2020
Award:$300,000
Role:Co-Investigator
Title:Women’s Health/Sex and Gender Differences Outreach Project
Dates:March 2013-September 2013 and February 2014 – September 2014
Sponsor:National Library of Medicine/NIH Office of Research on Women’s Health
Award: $100,000 ($50,000 per cycle)
Role:Project Collaborator
Title:University of Florida Health Disparities Training Pipeline: Medical Service to the Underserved
Dates:September 1, 2012 – May 31, 2013
Sponsor:Jessie Ball DuPont Fund
Award:$165,000
Role:Investigator/Program Administrator
Title:Collegiate Health Service Corps Program Expansion ProjectContinuation
Dates:March 4, 2012 – August17, 2012
Sponsor: University of Florida, College of Medicine
Award:$2,500
Role:Principal Investigator/Program Director
Title:Collegiate Health Service Corps Program Expansion Project
Dates:September 17, 2010 – March 3, 2012
Sponsor: Health Resources and Services Administration, National Health Service Corps and National AHEC Organization
Award:$100,000
Role:Principal Investigator/Program Director
Title:Consumer Survey of Vitamin, Mineral and Herbal Supplement Use Nationwide
Dates:December, 1994 – March, 1995
Sponsor:New Paradigm Ventures
Award:$24,000
Role:Co-Investigator
Title:Clinical Centers for the Clinical Trial and Observational Study of the Women’s Health Initiative – East.
Dates:September 30, 1994 – August 6, 1998
Sponsor:National Institutes of Health
Award:$8,789,848
Role:Investigator/Lead Nutritionist
Title:A Model Program to Reduce Foodborne Illness for Compromised Individuals
Dates:July 1, 1991 – June 30, 1993
Sponsor:U.S. Department of Agriculture
Award:$29,100
Role:Co-Investigator
STUDENT SCHOLARSHIPS AND RESEARCH STIPENDS
Title:An Investigation of the Cultural, Social and Environmental Barriers to Participation in the Living Healthy with Chronic Conditions Program in Alachua County
Sponsor:University Scholars Program
Partners:UF Diabetes Institute and Elder Options, Inc. (regional Area Agency on Aging)
Students:Apara Agarwal,
Award:$1,750
Role:Principal Investigator and Research Mentor
Title:Identification of Barriers to Medical and Health Careers by Florida’s Hispanic Americans
Sponsor:University Scholars Program
Partners:Health Occupations Students of America
Students:Shalini Nair,
Award:$1,750
Role:Principal Investigator and Research Mentor
Title:Evaluation of Mental Health Needs and Educational Resources in Alachua County [IRB IRB201701645]
Sponsor:UF College of Medicine, Discovery Pathways Program
Partners:Meridian Behavioral Health and Gainesville Fire Rescue
Students:Joanne Alfred
Award:$2,000
Role:PIand Research Mentor
Title: An Assessment of the Literacy, Health Literacy and Education Needs of Low Income, Uninsured Patients Attending the Samaritan’s Clinic
Dates:July 2014 - June 2015
Sponsor:University of Florida Reuben Askew Scholars’ Program
Award:$5,000.00
Role:Principal Investigator and Undergraduate Student Faculty Mentor
Title:The Impact of a Nutrition Unit in the Health Curriculum
Dates:January, 1992 – August, 1992
Sponsor:Gilchrist County School Board
Award:$1,500
Role:Principal Investigator
Title:Annual Scholarship in Graduate Dietetic Education
Dates:1992
Sponsor:Weight Watchers International
Award:$500
Role:Principal Investigator
Title:Annual Scholarship in Graduate Dietetic Education
Dates:1991
Sponsor:Weight Watchers International
Award:$500
Role:Principal Investigator
PUBLICATIONS CREATIVE WORKS
Books
RL Guyer, LK Guyer. Guide to State Legislative Lobbying.Engineering THE LAW, Inc. Gainesville, FL. 2000. [206 pages]
LK Guyer (Editor).Handbook of Medical Nutrition Therapy: The Florida Diet Manual. The Florida Dietetic Association. Tallahassee, FL. 1995. [~100 contributors, 773 pages]
Book Chapters
LK Guyer. Performance Based Nutrition Education. Advanced Topics of Nutrition andFood Systems. ASPEN Publishers, Inc. 1997.
Refereed Articles (underline denotes students)
LK Guyer, ML Wayne,NS Hardt. (2017). Undergraduate minor in health disparities in society: a magnet for under-represented pre-professional students. J Racial Ethn Health Disparities.DOI: 10.1007/s40615-017-0391-8.
AC Goosen, LK Guyer, LB Bobroff. An evaluation of the ‘Be Wise about Your Portion Size’nutrition education program.Florida Public Health Review.2010; 7:106-110.
AL Pasanen, EE Edwards, LG Annis, LK Guyer, AG Winterstein. The influence of age on knowledge and medication usage by persons attending rural north Florida clinics. Florida Public Health Review. 2006;3:8-15.
PR Fuller, MG Perri, EA Leermakers, LK Guyer. Effects of a personalized system of skillacquisition and an educational program in the treatment of obesity. Addictive Behaviors.1998; 23:97-100.
LB Bobroff, LL Christian, LS Lieberman, LK Guyer, C Frazee. Encouraging elementary school children to eat breakfast.Journal of Nutrition Education. 1996; 28:295-296.
EE Ross, LK Guyer, J Varnes, GE Rodrick. Molluscan shellfish safety education: A necessity for high risk individuals. Journal of The American Dietetic Association. 1994; 94:312-314.
JS Weisenberger, LK Guyer, LB Bailey. A weight control guide for smokers trying to quit. Journal of Nutrition Education. 1993; 25:367-369D.
LK Guyer, RR Roht, CK Probart, LB Bobroff.Broadening the scope of dietetic practice through research. Topics in Clinical Nutrition. 1993; 8:26-32.
CE Bandy, LK Guyer, JE Perkin, CK Probart, GE Rodrick. Nutrition attitudes and practices of HIV-infected individuals in south Florida. Journal of The American Dietetic Association. 1993; 93:70-72.
PC Cannella, EK Bowser, LK Guyer, PR Borum. Current feeding practices and nutrition recommendations by dietitians treating infants with cystic fibrosis. Journal of The American Dietetic Association. 1993; 93:297-300.
E Ennis, C Bandy, GE Rodrick, L Guyer.A survey to determine the prevalence of raw oyster consumption in high risk individuals. Proceedings of Tropical and Subtropical Fisheries Technology Society of the Americas. 1991;39-45.
Refereed Abstracts
SN Taylor, B Vogel, L Thompson, L Guyer, K Parker, A Walker. To refer or not to refer: An evaluation of provider perceptions of barriers to diabetes self-management programs. Scientific Sessions Meeting Planning Committee, Moderated Poster Discussion, Experience New Horizons in Diabetes. American Diabetes Association 77th Scientific Session. San Diego, CA. June 9-13, 2017.
AF Walker, K Parker, LK Guyer, H Morris, S Taylor.Who are the “no shows” to diabetes education? Challenging assumptions about sociodemographic patterns and adherence in clinical settings. American Diabetes Association 76th Scientific Session. New Orleans, LA. June 10-14, 2016.
EM Tolson, LK Guyer, LB Bailey. A comparison of inexpensive nutrient analysis software programs for the microcomputer. Journal of The American Dietetic Association. 1994; 94:A-77.
KL Pierce, LK Guyer, LB Bobroff, M Miller, MJ Cantrell. The effectiveness of nutrition education in high school students in a rural county. Florida Dietetic Association. 1993; 14:A-6.
PC Cannella, EK Bowser, LK Guyer. Infant feeding practices among CF Centers. PediatricPulmonology. 1992; Supp. 8:310.
ZG Hodor, LK Guyer, LB Bobroff, LS Lieberman, D Miller. Nutrition knowledge and weight control practices of teens in Gilchrist County. Florida Dietetic Association. 1992; 3:A-6.
SA Holmes, LK Guyer, CK Probart. Food allergies, nutrition practices and children with asthma. Florida Dietetic Association. 1992; 3:A-7.
JR Ferrante, CK Probart, LK Guyer. Use of focus groups to study nutrition knowledge, attitudes and behavior of male blue-collar workers. Journal of The American Dietetic Association. 1992; 92:A-73.
KA Reavis, LB Bailey, LK Guyer, RG Marks. Dietary intake of a healthy ambulatory elderly population.Journal of The American Dietetic Association. 1991; 91:A-26.
PS Cowing, EK Bowser, LK Guyer. A survey of nutrition recommendations for infants with cystic fibrosis. Journal of The American Dietetic Association. 1991; 91:A-119.
CE Bandy, LK Guyer, JE Perkin, CK Probart. Prevalence and use of unproven nutrition therapies amongHIV-infected individuals in South Florida. Florida Dietetic Association. 1991; 2:A-1.
KM Hjerpe, LK Guyer, CK Probart. Socioeconomic factors associated with pediatric undernutrition in Alachua County.Florida Dietetic Association. 1991; 2:A-2.
BF Buswell, LK Guyer, CK Probart. Nutrition knowledge of north central Florida public health nurses. Florida Dietetic Association. 1991; 2:A-4.
RR Roht, LK Guyer, CK Probart. Research activities and attitudes among clinical dietitians in Florida. Florida Dietetic Association. 1991; 2:A-5.
KA Astrachan, LK Guyer, CK Probart, LS Lieberman, LB Bobroff. Nutrition knowledge, attitudes, and dietary practices of female collegiate tennis players. Florida Dietetic Association. 1991; 2:A-6
LK Guyer, SM Zoll. Sequential learning activities to enhance nutrition education. Journal of TheAmerican Dietetic Association.1983; 83(9suppl): 173-174.
Nonrefereed Publications
LK Guyer. Implicit Bias and Health Disparities. GrahamCentral: Bob Graham Center for Public Service. Summer, 2017: 12.
LK Guyer. Preceptor Profile: Brendan Shortley. News and Views of the Center for Gender, Sexualities and Women’s Studies Research. 2016; 26(2): 7.
LK Guyer. Preceptor Profile: Trish White. News and Views of the Center Women’s Studies and Gender Research. 2014; 26(1): 8.
LK Guyer. Alum Spotlight: from Small Town to Big Picture. News and Views of the Center Women’s Studies and Gender Research. 2015; 25(2): 5.
LK Guyer. Preceptor Profile: Naomi Ardjomand-Kermani. News and Views of the Center Women’s Studies and Gender Research. 2014; 25(2): 11.
LK Guyer. LGBTQ is a Social Justice Issue. News and Views of the Center Women’s Studies and Gender Research. 2014; 25(1): 3.
LK Guyer. Preceptor Profile:Robin Lewy. News and Views of the Center Women’s Studies and Gender Research. 2014; 25(1): 9.
LK Guyer. Health Disparities: Changing the Delivery of Health Care. News and Views of the Center Women’s Studies and Gender Research. 2014; 24(2): 8.
LK Guyer. Preceptor Profile: Candice King. News and Views of the Center Women’s Studies and Gender Research. 2014; 24(2): 7.
LK Guyer. Undergraduate Honors, Spring 2014: Nhi Ma Do. News and Views of the Center Women’s Studies and Gender Research. 2014; 24(1): 8.
LK Guyer. “Client/Participant Evaluation,” “Program Evaluation” and “Annotated Websites” In: Eat Better for Le$$ Resource Manual. Tallahassee: Florida. Florida Interagency Food and Nutrition Committee. 8 pgs. 2010.
LK Guyer. Build a Better Nutrition Program: A Final Report. Suwannee River Area Health Education Center and Elder Options. 157 pgs. 2009.
LK Guyer. “Staff/Instructor Evaluation,” “Client/Student Evaluation”and “Annotated Websites.” In: Fruits & Veggies More MattersResource Manual. Tallahassee: Florida. Florida Interagency Food and Nutrition Committee. 3 pgs. 2007.
M Dailey, LK Guyer, S Valley, K Gant. Quit Smoking Now: Participant Handbook. Florida Area Health Education Centers Network. 78 pgs. 2007.
S Valley, LK Guyer, K Gant. Facilitator’s Guide to the “Quit Smoking Now” Curriculum. Florida Area Health Education Centers Network. 78 pgs. 2007.
LK Guyer. “Annotated Websites.” In: Mooove to Lowfat Dairy Resource Manual. Tallahassee: Florida. Florida Interagency Food and Nutrition Committee. 10 pgs. 2006.
LK Guyer “Evaluation” and “Annotated Websites about Portion Control.” Be Wise about Your Portion Size Resource Manual. Tallahassee: Florida. Florida Interagency Food and Nutrition Committee. 6 pgs. 2005.
LK Guyer. Project IMPACT: Final Program Evaluation. Florida Area Health Education Center Network. 102 pgs. 2005.
LG Annis, LK Guyer. Clinical pharmacies make a difference in rural communities. Annual Report: The Florida Area Health Education Centers Network. 2004: 6-7.
LK Guyer. “Campaign Evaluation” and “Healthy Snacks and Physical Activity Websites.” In: Snack Smart Move More Resource Manual. Tallahassee: Florida. Interagency Food and Nutrition Committee. 7 pgs. 2004.
LK Guyer, BE Richardson. SRAHEC: SOUP feeds the soul. Annual Report: The Florida Area Health Education Centers Network. 2003: 6.
LK Guyer. “5-A-Day the Florida Way! Kit Evaluation.” In: 5-A-Day the Florida Way! Resource Manual. Tallahassee: Florida. Interagency Food and Nutrition Committee. 1 pg. 2003.
LK Guyer. “Mooove to Lowfat and Fat Free Milk Campaign Evaluation.” In: MOOOVE to Low Fat and Fat Free Milk Campaign Resource Manual. Tallahassee: Florida. Interagency Food and Nutrition Committee. 2 pgs. 2002.
LK Guyer, AP Vickery, et al. Florida Injury Prevention Program for Seniors (FLIPS)Resource Manual. Florida Department of Elder Affairs. 121 pgs. 2002.
LK Guyer, RL Guyer. Now that Lobby Day has passed. . . NACCB Monitor. 2001;(June/July):9-10.
LK Guyer. The power of one. American Occupational Therapy Association State Policy Department Newsletter. 2001; 3(1): 3-5.
LK Guyer, RL Guyer. 14 steps to lobbying success. ADVANCE for Occupational Therapy Practitioners. 2001; 17(2): 27, 30.
RL Guyer, LK Guyer. How to lobby your state legislature to promote health care change. ADVANCE for Managers of Respiratory Care. 2001; 10(1): 54, 72.
LK Guyer, RL Guyer. Who has the real legislative power in your state?ADVANCE for Occupational Therapy Practitioners. 2000; 16(25): 23, 26.
RL Guyer, LK Guyer. How to lobby your state legislature to promote health care change. ADVANCE for Directors in Rehabilitation. 2000; 9(7): 13, 18, 71.
LK Guyer. New revolution:Changing legislative environment presents new opportunities [Part II]. Health Care Food & Nutrition Focus Newsletter. 2000; 16(11): 10-12.
LK Guyer. New revolution: Changing legislative environment presents new opportunities [Part I]. Health Care Food & Nutrition Focus Newsletter. 2000; 16(10): 1, 3-4.
LK Guyer, RL Guyer. How to Successfully Lobby Your State Legislature: Participant Workbook. Engineering THE LAW, Inc. Gainesville, FL. 75 pgs. 2000.
LK Guyer. Selecting materials for patient education. Health Care Food & Nutrition Focus Newsletter. 1998; 15(2): 1, 3-4.
LK Guyer. The Combined Master's Degree - Dietetic Internship Program Self-Study. Food Science and Human Nutrition Department. 365 pgs. 1997.
LK Guyer. The Dietetic Intern-Graduate Student’s Handbook. Food Science and Human Nutrition Department. 20 pgs. 1997.
LK Guyer. Let’s Get Registered: The Undergraduate Student’s Guide to Dietetic InternshipsHandbook. Food Science and Human Nutrition Department. 20 pgs. 1997.
LK Guyer. Didactic Program in Dietetics at the University of Florida: The Five Year Evaluation Document. Food Science and Human Nutrition Department. 51 pgs. 1996.
LK Guyer, R Jackson. Interactive patient education. Hospital Food and Nutrition Focus Newsletter. 1996; 12: 6-8.
ML Tamplin, LK Guyer, LB Bobroff, et al. Educational Programs to Reduce Foodborne Illness for High-Risk Individuals. University of Florida. 1995.
LK Guyer. Dietetics. Florida Health Careers. University of Florida Area Health Education Centers Programs.1995-96; 18-20.
LJ Beaulieu, LK Guyer, RH Schmidt, EP Schumacher, MJ Scichhitano. Supplement use among US adults: A technical report. June 1995.
LJ Beaulieu, LK Guyer, RH Schmidt, MJ Scichhitano. Supplement use among US adults: A national study. May 1995.
LK Guyer. UF Graduate Students Educate Youth About Food Choices. 1993 Exploration and Connection. College of Agriculture. University of Florida. p. 10.
LK Guyer. Dietetics.Florida Health Careers. University of Florida Area Health Education Centers Programs. 1993, 18-20.
M McGhee, LK Guyer, et al. Report of the Task Force on Undergraduate Curricula Development. University of Florida, College of Agriculture. Academic Programs Publication Series Number 13.1993.
CT West, ML Tamplin, LK Guyer, LB Bobroff. Keep Your Infant's Food Safe. IFAS Extension Project Number 91-EFSQ-1-4032. 1991.
I Valentin-Oquendo, L Schmidt, ML Tamplin, LK Guyer, LB Bobroff. Safe Food Practices forPersons Most Susceptible to Foodborne Disease. IFAS Extension Project Number 91-ESFQ-1-4032. 1991.
C Frey, LK Guyer, SG Zoll, R LeFavi. Health in Motion Handbook. AGH Centerfor Health and Fitness. Gainesville, FL. 23 pgs. 1984.
ONLINE INSTRUCTIONAL RESOURCES
Alachua County Health and Social Services Resource Guide. 2017.
Health Literacy and the Health Professions. BMS 6812 Putting Families First. 2016.
Health Literacy. 2016.
Health Disparities. 2015.
PRESENTATIONS
National
Black health matters: Counteracting state violence and disposability in health research and pedagogy. National Women's Studies Association 2017 Conference: 40 Years After Combahee: Feminist Scholars and Activist Engage the Movement for Black Lives. Baltimore, Maryland. November 16–19, 2017. (accepted)
Social Determinants of Health. Summer Health Professions Education Program. Gainesville, FL. June 27, 2017.
To refer or not to refer: An evaluation of provider perceptions of barriers to diabetes self-management programs. Scientific Sessions Meeting Planning Committee, Moderated Poster Discussion, Experience New Horizons in Diabetes. American Diabetes Association 77th Scientific Session. San Diego, CA. June 9-13, 2017.
Who are the “No Shows” to Diabetes Education? Challenging Assumptions about Sociodemographic Patterns and Adherence in Clinical Settings. Scientific Sessions Meeting Planning Committee, Moderated Poster Discussion:Diabetes Education-Thinking Beyond the Curriculum. American Diabetes Association 76th Scientific Session. New Orleans, LA. June 11, 2016.
Healthy Start Prenatal Screenings in Alachua and Marion Counties. American Public Health Association Annual Meeting. San Diego, CA, October 25-29, 2008.