Grace Reynolds-Fisher

Grace Reynolds-Fisher serves as the Interim Dean of the College of Health & Human Services (CHHS) at California State University, Long Beach (CSULB). She holds a Doctor of Public Administration & Health Policy (2004, USC), Master of Public Administration (1996, University of Alaska Anchorage), Master of Fine Arts in Writing (1990, UAA), and Bachelor of Arts in English (1978, Macalester College). Her research focuses on health services usage, Medicaid expansion, and HIV risk in women, with particular attention to marginalized populations such as drug users, homeless individuals, and minorities.

Her work integrates epidemiology, policy analysis, and behavioral science, addressing topics like hepatitis C prevalence among Hispanics, emergency department utilization by formerly incarcerated individuals, and the impact of bullying in healthcare settings. Notable contributions include studies on rapid HIV testing efficacy, substance abuse treatment barriers, and the role of Medicaid in preventive care access.

Recent publications highlight trends in rectal douching practices, survival sex trading dynamics, and frailty-related hospitalization risks among homeless populations. Reynolds-Fisher’s interdisciplinary approach has advanced understanding of social determinants of health, particularly in vulnerable communities.

• Awards: 2012 Faculty Early Career Award (CSULB)
• Advising & Grants: No formal student advisees listed; research funding sources not detailed in text.
• Labs/Teams: Collaborates with CHHS-affiliated centers like the Center for Health Equity Research and the Sport Training and Research Center.