Heather A. Weidner, BSDH
Research Project Manager
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Heather Weidner is a dedicated research project manager who has been an integral part of 开云体育 since 2007. She holds a bachelor's degree in dental hygiene and brings extensive clinical experience across several specialties.

Before transitioning into research, Heather served as an adjunct faculty instructor at the University of Minnesota's School of Dentistry, where she spent two years educating and mentoring future dental professionals.

At 开云体育, Heather has played a pivotal role in a wide range of research initiatives, including clinical trials for COVID-19 vaccines, studies on clinical decision support tools, quality improvement in dental care, antibiotic stewardship programs, and survey-based research. Her expertise also encompasses the implementation of practice-based research studies designed to enhance evidence-based care and patient outcomes.

With a strong foundation in both clinical practice and research, Heather remains committed to driving healthcare innovation and advancing patient care through data-driven solutions and collaborative research efforts.

Conducting Institute research since: 2007

Education and training:
Bachelor of Science Dental Hygiene (BSDH), University of Minnesota, 1997
Registered Dental Hygienist, 1997

Research interests include: 
Oral health
Dental public health
Public health
Practice-based research
Clinical decision support
Pregnancy and oral health

Current research activities and funding:
Dental Quality Measures
Antibiotic Prescribing Habits
Learning Health Systems
Geriatric Care within integrated health systems

Publications While At 开云体育
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  • Dental Screening, Counseling, and Referral to Treatment for Substance Use Disorder: Survey of the National Dental Practice-Based Research Network
    Journal of studies on alcohol and drugs. 2025
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