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Abigail Batchelder, PhD, MPH is an Associate Professor at Boston University's Chobanian & Avedisian School of Medicine and School of Public Health. She directs the Behavioral Health Equity Program and serves as Associate Vice Chair of Psychology at the School of Medicine. Dr. Batchelder is also an Affiliated Investigator at Fenway Health Community Health Center.
- PhD, Yeshiva University
- MA, Yeshiva University
- MPH, Columbia University
- BA, Barnard College
Her research focuses on behavioral health equity for underserved populations, including HIV patients, sexual/gender minorities, and substance users. Key areas:
- Stigma and shame as barriers to HIV care
- Psycho-behavioral interventions
- Substance use disorder treatments
- Minority stress and mental health disparities
Recent publications highlight her work in stigma mitigation, addiction research, and LGBTQ+ health, with funding from NIH, SAMHSA, and private foundations. Her 15 most recent articles span HIV self-care, syndemic interventions, and mental health equity.
Scientific awards include:
- Claflin Distinguished Scholar Award (2021)
- NIH Loan Repayment Program (2016-2018, 2019-2020)
- National CFAR Junior Career Mentee (2016)
- CAPS HIV Innovative New Investigator Award (2015)
She has secured 14 principal investigator grants totaling over $10M, including NIDA R01/R34 awards, and leads interdisciplinary collaborations with Harvard, UCSF, and Fenway Health.
