Research Health Scientist
Hines VA Hospital
Cara Ray, PhD, is a Health Research Scientist at the Center of Innovation for Complex Chronic Healthcare. There, she has managed research projects promoting bone health, infection prevention, and antimicrobial stewardship, particularly in the care for Veterans with spinal cord injuries and disorders. She received her PhD in Social Psychology from Loyola University Chicago in May 2022. Her research interests include judgment and decision-making, attitudes, and persuasion regarding the prevention and treatment of infectious diseases.