Jill D Cochran PhD, APRN, FAANP
Dr. Jill Cochran is an Associate Professor at West Virginia School of Osteopathic Medicine, and practices in pediatrics at Robert C. Byrd Clinic. Dr. Cochran has been involved in rural health for 41 years and has practiced in small rural clinics in southern West Virginia. She implemented the first of its kind telemedicine clinic and first school-based health center for the region. Dr. Cochran conducts research in children’s obesity and QI/QA projects, and she designs rural longitudinal experiences for NP students. She is a Fellow with the National Rural Health Association and awards include: Finalist Professor of the Year, AANP State Award for Excellence, Field Professor of the Year, and WVU Golden Graduate.