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University of Colorado College of Nursing

College of Nursing
 

Faculty Profile

Elizabeth J. Corwin, PhD, RN, CRNP

Professor

Elizabeth.Corwin@ucdenver.edu

Dr. Corwin's primary research focus concerns the physiological basis of postpartum depression and postpartum fatigue. In particular, she is interested in better understanding the normal bidirectional relationship between the pro-inflammatory immune response and the stress response during pregnancy and the postpartum period, and how disruption in that relationship may contribute to the development of postpartum depression. In her research, Dr. Corwin measures pro- and anti-inflammatory cytokines and HPA axis hormones including cortisol, in pregnant and postpartum women, and compares these variables in women who do and do not receive a diagnosis of postpartum depression. Dr. Corwin is also interested in fatigue and depression in another vulnerable population; young women smokers.

Degree Awarding Institution Field of Study Graduation Date
PhD University of New Mexico
Albuquerque, New Mexico		 Nurse Practitioner (Family) 1996
BSN University of New Mexico
Albuquerque, New Mexico		 Nursing 1993
MS University of Michigan Medical School
Ann Arbor, Michigan		 Physiology 1981
BS University of Michigan Medical School
Ann Arbor, Michigan		 Zoology 1977
  1. Neal, J.L., Lowe, N.K., Patrick, T.E., Cabbage, L.A., & Corwin, E.J. (2010). What is the Slowest-Yet-Normal Cervical Dilation Rate Among Nulliparous Women With Spontaneous Labor Onset? J Obstet Gynecol Neonatal Nurs, 39(4), 361-9.
  2. Neal, J.L., Lowe, N.K., Ahijevych, K.L., Patrick, T.E., Cabbage, L.A., & Corwin, E.J. (2010). "Active Labor" Duration and Dilation Rates Among Low-Risk, Nulliparous Women With Spontaneous Labor Onset: A Systematic Review. J Midwifery Womens Health, 55(4), 308-318.
  3. Arbour, M., Corwin, E.J., & Salsberry, P. (2009). Douching patterns in women related to socioeconomic and racial/ethnic characteristics. J Obstet Gynecol Neonatal Nurs, 38(5), 577-85.
  4. Trupp, R., & Corwin, E.J. (2009). An integrated approach to manage sleep disordered breathing and cardiovascular disease. Heart Fail Rev, 14(3), 205-11.
  5. Corwin, E.J., Pajer, K. (2008). The Psychoneuroimmunology of Postpartum Depression. J Women' Health, 17, 1-6.
  6. Corwin, E.J., Johnston, N.J., Pugh, L.C. (2008). Symptoms of postpartum depression associated with elevated levels of interleukin-1 beta during the first month postpartum. Bio Res Nurs, 10, 128-133.
  7. Trupp, R., Corwin, E.J. (2008). Sleep-disordered breathing, cognitive functioning, and adherence in heart failure: Linked through pathology? Prog Cardiovascular Nurs, 23, 32-36.
  8. Salsberry P., Corwin E.J., Reagan P. A complex web of risks for metabolic syndrome: Race/ethnicity, economics and gender. Am J Prev Med 2007; 31: 388-394.
  9. Corwin E.J., Arbor M. Postpartum Fatigue and Evidence-Based Interventions. MCN, Am J Mat Child Nurs 2007; 32: 215-220.
  10. Ceballos RM, Corwin EJ, Klein LC. Disruption in Th1:Th2 Immune Response in Young Adult Smokers. Add Beh 2007; 32: 1-8.
  11. Corwin EJ, McCoy CS, Whetzel CA, Ceballos RM, Klein LC. Risk indicators of metabolic syndrome in young adults: a preliminary investigation on the influence of tobacco smoke exposure and gender. Heart Lung 2006; Mar-Apr; 35(2): 119-129.
  12. Corwin EJ, Brownstead J, Barton N, Heckard MS, Morin K. The impact of fatigue on the development of postpartum depression. J Ob, Gyn, Neonat Nurs 2005; 34: 577-586.
  13. Laubscher A, Corwin EJ. "Inquiring about a history of childhood sexual abuse – Why we must ask". Am J Nurs Prac 2005; 9: 44-54.
  14. Wolfe B, Corwin EJ. Arrhythmogenic right ventricular dysplasia. Nurs Prac 2005; 30: 16-27.
  15. Corwin, E.J. (2004). The Concept of Epigenetics and its Role in the Development of Cardiovascular Disease. Bio Res Nurs, 6: 11-16.
  16. Klein LC, Corwin EJ, Ceballos RM. Leptin, hunger, and body weight: Influence of gender, tobacco smoking, and smoking abstinence. Add Beh 2004; 29: 921-927.
  17. Pastava M, Corwin EJ, Morin K. Down syndrome with an unusual etiology. J Aca Nurs Prac 2004; 16: 244-250.
  18. Corwin EJ, Murray-Kolb L, Beard JL. Low hemoglobin level is a risk factor for postpartum depression. J Nut 2003; 133: 4139-4142.
  19. Klein LC, Corwin EJ, Stine MM. Smoking abstinence impairs the estimation accuracy in cigarette smokers. Psychopharm Bul 2003; 37: 90-95.
  20. Corwin EJ, Klein LC. C-Reactive Protein and Depression in a Sub-Group of Smokers During Nicotine Abstinence. Hum Psychopharm; 18: 1-9.
  21. Corwin EJ, Bozoky I, Pugh LC, Johnston N. Interleukin-1 elevation associated with fatigue during the postpartum period. Ann Behav Med 2003; 25(3): 41-47.
  22. Klein LC, Corwin EJ. Seeing the Unexpected: How Sex Differences in Stress Responses May Provide a New Perspective on the Manifestation of Psychiatric Disorders. Cur Psych Rep 2002; 4(6): 441-448.
  23. Bozoky I, Corwin EJ. Fatigue as a Predictor of Postpartum Depression. J Ob, Gyn, and Neonatal Nurs 2002; 31(4): 436-443.
  24. Corwin EJ, Rickelman K, Klein LC. Predictors of fatigue in healthy young adults: Moderating effects of cigarette smoking and gender. Bio Res Nurs 2002; 3(4): 221-232.
  25. Corwin EJ. Understanding cytokines Part II: Implications for nursing research and practice. Bio Res Nurs 2000; 2: 14-48.
  26. Corwin EJ. Understanding cytokines Part I: Physiology and mechanism of action. Bio Res Nurs 2000; 2: 30-30.
  27. Corwin E, Cannon JG. The role of the gonadotropins in the stimulation of cytokine secretion in post-menopausal women. J Gen Specific Med 1999; 2: 30-34.
  • PI, Psychoneuroimmune Contributions to Postpartem Depression. 1R01NR011278. (9/28/08-6/30/13)
  • Mentor, Maternal Physiological Factors Influencing Labor Strength. 1 F31 NR010054-01. (01/01/07-12/31/08)