Cecilie Fjeldstad, Ph.D.
About Cecilie Fjeldstad, Ph.D.
Cecilie Fjeldstad, Ph.D., is a Clinical Research Scientist at the Oklahoma Medical Research Foundation, where she has worked since 2011. Her research focuses on the effects of obesity and multiple sclerosis on physical health, including balance impairments and vascular health.
Work at Oklahoma Medical Research Foundation
Cecilie Fjeldstad has been employed as a Clinical Research Scientist at the Oklahoma Medical Research Foundation since 2011. In this role, she focuses on various aspects of clinical research, particularly related to the health impacts of conditions such as multiple sclerosis and obesity. Her work contributes to advancing the understanding of these health issues and developing potential interventions.
Education and Expertise
Cecilie Fjeldstad holds a Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Exercise Physiology from the University of Oklahoma, where she studied from 2003 to 2007. Prior to that, she earned a Master of Science (MS) in Exercise Physiology from Virginia Commonwealth University, completing her studies from 1999 to 2001. She also obtained a Bachelor of Science (BS) in Psychology from Virginia Commonwealth University, studying from 1994 to 1999. Her educational background provides a strong foundation for her research in clinical settings.
Research Contributions
Cecilie Fjeldstad has authored and co-authored several studies that contribute to the fields of dynamic medicine and geriatric health. Her research includes a study comparing postural balance in women with multiple sclerosis to healthy controls, and a publication on the effects of obesity on calf blood flow and vascular reactivity in older adults. She has also explored the influence of obesity on falls and quality of life, and investigated the relationship between fatigue, thermo sensitivity, and physical activity levels in individuals with multiple sclerosis.
Published Works
Fjeldstad has published research that highlights significant findings in health science. Notably, she has conducted studies on the impact of whole-body vibration on body composition in postmenopausal women, demonstrating its potential to enhance resistance training effects. Additionally, she conducted a pilot study on arterial compliance in multiple sclerosis, which aids in understanding vascular health in this patient population.