Cheryl A Moyer

Cheryl A. Moyer is an Associate Professor of Learning Health Sciences and Obstetrics and Gynecology at the University of Michigan. Her work focuses on social and cultural determinants of maternal and neonatal health in sub-Saharan Africa, particularly in Ghana. She has led USAID-funded projects investigating maternal/neonatal mortality through social autopsies and GIS mapping, and co-leads an NIH global health training grant for U.S./Ghanaian fellows. Affiliations include the African Studies Center and the International Institute.

Research emphasizes facility-based delivery, neonatal mortality, and ‘near-miss mortality’ analysis. Recent studies address transportation barriers for sickle cell patients, acceptability of obstetric procedures, and mental health stigma among healthcare providers. Her work bridges clinical practice, policy, and community engagement to improve healthcare equity in resource-limited settings.

Key projects include:

• USAID-funded Ghanaian social autopsy study (2022–2025)
• NHI global health training grant (ongoing)
• Multinational studies on IPV during antenatal care and maternal health policy challenges

Publications (2024–2025) highlight themes like:

• Health system barriers in maternal care
• Cultural influences on healthcare seeking
• Technological innovation in neonatal care

No awards listed, but her NIH and USAID grants reflect impactful research. Advising focuses on global health trainees through the training grant. Collaborates with Ghanaian institutions and international partners to address systemic healthcare challenges.