Molly McNett
Research Interest
Dr. Molly McNett’s research centers on care of critically ill patients after neurological injury. In her work, she leads funded, multi-site, national trials and routinely participates in international trials with diverse research teams. Research contributions include sustained, progressive studies generating evidence to guide interventions for critically ill patients, particularly those with severe neurological injury. Specific work investigates invasive and non-invasive multimodality monitoring techniques for impact on care delivery, patient outcomes, and organizational metrics. Dr. McNett also leads international guideline development groups to critically synthesize the research literature and generate meaningful practice recommendations for healthcare teams. She is an expert on implementation science and leads interdisciplinary teams to integrate research, evidence-based practice, and quality improvement initiatives into healthcare settings. Dr. McNett is certified in neuroscience nursing, and is a designated fellow of the Neurocritical Care Society and the American Academy of Nursing.
News
Joyce Calamese put off scheduling a routine preventive medical procedure for more than a decade until an Ohio State-trained community health worker strongly encouraged her to make the appointment. That intervention likely saved her life, the 67-year-old said.
Faculty member recognized for impact and influence in the healthcare field
The Association of Clinical Research Professionals (ACRP) named faculty member Jessica Fritter, DHSc, MACPR, ACRP-CP, FACRP, as part of its 2026 class of Fellows.
