Adam Baus

Dr. Adam Baus is a Research Associate Professor at the West Virginia University School of Public Health, Department of Social and Behavioral Sciences, and Director of the Office of Health Services Research (OHSR). His career spans 19 years at OHSR, focusing on applied research, quality improvement, and population health outcomes.

• PhD, West Virginia University (2015)
• MPH, West Virginia University (2006)
• MA, West Virginia University (2002)
• BA, Saint Vincent College (2000)

Dr. Baus’s research specializes in health informatics, data-driven healthcare quality improvement, and addressing disparities in rural Appalachia. His work leverages electronic health records (EHRs) to enhance screening protocols, chronic disease management, and healthcare access for underserved populations.

His recent publications highlight trends in health information technology, colorectal cancer screening, and medication-assisted treatment (MAT) for opioid use disorder (OUD). Grants include federal and state-funded projects addressing diabetes, cardiovascular health, arthritis, and infectious diseases like Hepatitis C.

• Delta Omega Honorary Society in Public Health
• Vice President’s Team Achievement Award (2021)
• School of Public Health Service Award (2017)

Dr. Baus collaborates with interdisciplinary teams to advance health equity and system efficiency, particularly in Appalachia. He has led initiatives in cervical cancer prevention, diabetes management, and HIV care, emphasizing scalable informatics solutions.