Marilyn J. Hockenberry Phd Rn Ppcnp-Bc Faan
About the Author
Dr. Marilyn J. Hockenberry, PhD, RN, PPCNP-BC, FAAN, is a distinguished pediatric nurse practitioner and educator with over four decades of experience in maternal-child nursing. As a professor emerita at Duke University School of Nursing, she has dedicated her career to advancing clinical practice, education, and research in pediatric and family health. Dr. Hockenberry's expertise spans from neonatal care to adolescent development, emphasizing evidence-based approaches to family-centered nursing. Her influential textbooks, including Maternal Child Nursing Care, Study Guide for Maternal Child Nursing Care, and the renowned Wong's Nursing Care of Infants and Children, have educated generations of nurses worldwide, shaping standards in pediatric nursing education and practice. A fellow of the American Academy of Nursing, she continues to contribute through consulting, writing, and mentorship, inspiring compassionate and competent care for vulnerable populations.
