Brenice Duroseau

I am a board-certified Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP) with firsthand experience of the urgent need for health equity-focused research, particularly in my role as the sole Infectious Disease Practitioner at the Ryan White Clinic in Stamford, CT. Witnessing the profound effects of health inequities and the scarcity of research centering cisgender Black women inspired me to pursue a PhD at Johns Hopkins University. My clinical experience, which spans over a decade, is rooted in women’s health, mental health and substance use, and infectious diseases. Before embarking on this terminal degree, I earned my Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) from Sacred Heart University, following two Bachelor’s degrees: one in Biology with a minor in Psychology, and another in Nursing.

 

I currently hold several advanced clinical certifications, including HIV Specialist certification from the American Academy of HIV Medicine, HIV Prevention Provider certification from HealthHIV, and certification in inpatient obstetrics and fetal monitoring from the National Certification Corporation.

 

Before relocating to Baltimore, MD, I chaired the Getting to Zero Committee in Stamford, CT, where we worked toward ending the HIV/AIDS epidemic in lower Fairfield County. I have served as a keynote speaker and panelist across diverse platforms, but the most meaningful opportunities have been those where I shared critical health information with communities who often lack access to these resources. 

 

My passions lie in addressing the social, structural, and political determinants of sexual and reproductive health, advocating for reproductive justice, ending the HIV/AIDS and opioid epidemics, and designing research that informs global practice and policy. I am also passionate about cultural exploration and connections, which I pursue through travel and meaningful dialogue.

 

At Johns Hopkins University, I am currently investigating the sexual and reproductive health service landscape through the experiences of cisgender Black women in Maryland. My goal is to highlight opportunities to enhance positive aspects of care, dismantle systemic inequities, and strengthen a healthcare system that promotes equity, safety, and comprehensive prevention strategies for all.