Crystal Chapman Lambert , PhD, MSN

Dr. Chapman Lambert is an Associate Professor at the UAB School of Nursing and a Betty Irene Moore Fellow. As a certified family nurse practitioner and HIV management expert, she bridges the gap between clinical practice and research, addressing real-world problems through her studies and mentorship. Her research centers on integrating, implementing, and evaluating behavioral interventions to mitigate the effects of mental health and social support on HIV treatment outcomes and quality of life for marginalized populations. Currently, she is dedicated to enhancing the quality of life and survival of Black women with HIV. Dr. Lambert has conducted numerous studies to understand and address the multi-level factors influencing health outcomes, such as adherence to HIV medication and medical visits among gender and racial minorities. Her leadership extends beyond academia; she has served on the board of directors for the Association of Nurses in AIDS Care and has been the President of the HIV/AIDS Nurses Certification Board.