Elizabeth Boskey

Elizabeth Boskey is a prominent researcher at Boston Children's Hospital, where she serves as Co-Director of Research in the Division of Gynecology and co-chair of the Social Work Research Committee. She is affiliated with Harvard Medical School and actively collaborates across departments including Gynecology, Gender Multispecialty Service, Endocrinology, and Adolescent Medicine.

Education:

• Undergraduate: Johns Hopkins University (2000)
• Graduate: Johns Hopkins School of Public Health (2001)
• Graduate: University of Louisville (2015)
• Fellowship in Bioethics: Harvard Medical School (2019)

Her research centers on sexual and reproductive health, particularly among sexual and gender minority populations. She investigates gender-affirming care, ethical considerations, fertility, mental health, and surgical outcomes for transgender and gender-diverse youth and adults. Her work emphasizes health equity, interdisciplinary collaboration, and patient-centered approaches.

Dr. Boskey's recent publications reveal a strong focus on transgender health, including hormone therapy, surgical outcomes, reproductive counseling, and the impact of policy and legislation. Her research spans clinical gynecology, bioethics, public health, and psychosocial factors, often using survey, cohort, and qualitative methods.

Scientific Awards:

• Fellowship in Bioethics at Harvard Medical School (2019)

She is dedicated to mentoring researchers across disciplines and advancing social work research within clinical settings. Dr. Boskey leads institutional efforts to improve research infrastructure and equity, including establishing health equity review processes. She collaborates extensively with clinicians and researchers to translate findings into improved care for vulnerable populations.

Her work contributes significantly to the evidence base for gender-affirming care, particularly in pediatric and adolescent settings, and addresses critical gaps in knowledge, policy, and clinical practice.