About Pat
“Research matters most when it transforms care and restores hope.”
As a Biostatistician, Pat Barrett (they/them) conducts research projects that further Shepherd’s mission. Pat extracts, transforms, analyzes, and interprets data from Shepherd and external sources for scientific insights. Their skills include inferential statistics, data visualization, and research translation.
Pat also supports Shepherd partnerships with Georgia State University, working with the Institute for Insight and the Interdisciplinary Community Research on Disability (iCORD) Lab.
Research specialties
- Social determinants of health
- Disability studies
- Biostatistics
- Research methodologies
- Public health
- Research translation
Education & training
- MS, Demography – Florida State University, 2015
- BS, Interdisciplinary Social Sciences and Sociology – Florida State University, 2014
Certifications
- Basic Certificate in Quality and Safety, Institute for Healthcare Improvement
- Graduate Certificate in Gerontology, Georgia State University Gerontology Institute
Why their work matters
“Shepherd Center is home to many innovative and exemplary clinicians and researchers. I am constantly humbled and inspired by the hard work and dedication of my colleagues and am invigorated to conduct research that has meaningful impacts on our patient’s lives.”
Beyond Shepherd
Outside of work, Pat enjoys hiking and camping. They also play recreational sports with Stonewall Atlanta.
