Lorraine R. Reitzel

Lorraine R. Reitzel is a Senior Professor at The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center. Her research focuses on tobacco control and health policy, with specific interests in cigarette and non-cigarette tobacco use among rural and medically underserved populations, including individuals with substance use disorders, poor mental health, and homelessness. Her latest work examines the implementation of tobacco-free workplace programs in healthcare centers, provider delivery of the 5As for tobacco cessation, and the intersection of tobacco use with lung cancer screening eligibility. She also directs addiction scientist training programs, including the Future Addiction Scientist Training Program, and has published recent studies on provider beliefs, tobacco-related knowledge, and hybrid lung health program implementation in Texas.