Journal of Community Medicine & Health Education
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Michelle Stransky

Associate Professor, Department of Health Management and Policy, University of New Hampshire, Durham, USA

Biography

She is a health services researcher and sociologist who examines health and health care outcomes among underserved populations. I conduct statistical analyses of nationally representative survey data to identify health disparities alongside thematic analyses of interview data to reveal the processes underlying such disparities. My work focuses on recommending improvements to policy and clinical practice that will reduce disparities. I enjoy collaborating with colleagues from a variety of backgrounds to design and conduct research that addresses the needs of populations of interest.

Publications

Patient Satisfaction and Ultrasound Use During Pregnancy

Use, number, and frequency of ultrasounds women receive during pregnancy vary widely in practice. Current evidence suggests that women presenting with pregnancy complications benefit from additional ultrasounds, although excessive ultrasound use in low risk pregnancies may be unnecessary, costly and potentially harmful. However, evidence also finds... Read More»

Paige Ricci, Robert McGrath and Michelle Stransky

Research Article: J Community Med Health Educ 2014, 4:276

DOI: 10.4172/2161-0711.1000276

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