Gretchen Maurer, DO

Dr. Gretchen Maurer’s clinical research endeavors focus on topics of addiction medicine, including harm reduction and health promotion, with emphasis on evaluating evidence-based treatment approaches to improve outcomes. Dr. Maurer has experience investigating modulation of the endocannabinoid system by studying cannabis-based therapeutics for treatment of pain and various disorders. Dr. Maurer is passionate about advocacy and community-engaged research efforts evaluate disparities that impact individuals and promote equitable preventative evidence-based patient-centered healthcare.

Dr. Gretchen Maurer is involved with the development of curricula to meet the needs of current and future family medicine residents. Her training approach involves a compassionate and equitable approach to patient-centered relationships grounded in empathy and understanding. The curriculum incorporates educational development of scholarly activities with a focus on various research methods and evidence-based approaches; population-based healthcare with on focus quality and outcomes; commitment to the advancement of addiction medicine in primary care; expanding knowledge of the impacts of social determinants of health; engagement in efforts of diversity, equity, and inclusion activities; advocating for social justice; and advocacy for LGBTQIA+ population with supportive and affirming care. Dr. Maurer encourages advocacy work amongst residents and medical students at the community and state-level to promote change in areas of need.

Dr. Gretchen Maurer has an interest in encouraging engagement in preventative health using a community needs based approach to improve health outcomes for patients and the community with recognition of the impact of social determinants of health. Improving outcomes for wellness in the community involves the reduction of stigma and barriers to treatment for addiction, promoting sexual health, and improving quality of life in chronic pain.

Board Certification in Addiction Medicine, American Board of Preventative Medicine, 2026

Diplomat, American Board of Family Medicine, 2020

Diplomat, American Osteopathic Board of Family Physicians, 2020