Catherine E. Burns

Catherine E. Burns

4 books

About the Author

Catherine E. Burns, PhD, RN, CPNP-PC, is a distinguished pediatric nurse practitioner and educator with over four decades of experience in child health care. She has dedicated her career to advancing primary care practices for infants, children, and adolescents, emphasizing evidence-based approaches to wellness, disease prevention, and family-centered care. As a professor emerita at the University of Portland, Burns has mentored countless nursing students and clinicians, fostering a deeper understanding of pediatric development and holistic health strategies. Her seminal work, Pediatric Primary Care 5th edition, serves as a cornerstone resource for healthcare professionals worldwide, offering comprehensive guidance on assessment, diagnosis, and management of common pediatric conditions. Through her writing and teaching, Burns continues to shape the future of pediatric nursing with clarity, compassion, and clinical precision.

Writing style
evidence-based comprehensive practical

Books by Catherine E. Burns