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Kunta Gautam, PhD(c), NP, MPH

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I am a Pediatric Nurse Practitioner with public health background. I have been in healthcare for more than 20 years, and I have been in an NP role for over 13 years. My clinical expertise includes managing acute pediatric illnesses and minor injuries. My research interests lie in children with autism spectrum disorder and their families.

I have been a proud member of Sigma since 2021. I am honored to serve on the Committee with Beta Beta Houston Chapter since 2022. 

Education

Nelda Stark School of Nursing, Texas Woman’s University, Houston
Houston, Texas, United States
Doctorate of Philosophy in Nursing Science
2018 To
Advisor: Wyona M. Freysteinson, PhD, MN, RN, FAAN

UT Health Houston, Cizik School of Nursing
Houston, Texas, United States
MSN, 2008

University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston, School of Public Health
Houston, Texas, United States
MPH, 2011

Professional Associations

International Society for Autism Research (INSAR)
2022 - Present

STTI Beta Beta Houston
2021 - Present

American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP)
2020 - Present

American Association of Nurse Practitioners (AANP)
0 - Present

Interest

  • Community/Public Health
  • Ethics
  • Health Promotion/Wellness
  • Mental Health/Psych
  • Nursing Education
  • Pediatrics
  • Primary Care
  • Research

Certifications

  • RN
  • CPNP-PC

Job History

Texas Children's Urgent Care
Pediatric Nurse Practitioner
Houston, TX, United States
April 2019 - present