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Hawazin Elani is an Associate Professor of Oral Health Policy & Epidemiology at Harvard School of Dental Medicine and an Assistant Professor in the Department of Health Policy and Management at Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health. Her work bridges dentistry, public health, and health policy research.
- Harvard School of Dental Medicine (Oral Health Policy & Epidemiology)
- Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health (Health Policy and Management)
Dr. Elani specializes in oral health policy and epidemiology, focusing on Medicaid expansion, health insurance coverage, and machine learning applications in dental care equity. Her research examines health disparities, preventive dental care, and policy impacts on vulnerable populations.
Her recent publications (2021-2025) span topics including AI-driven dental equity analysis, Medicaid-Medicare transitions, and geospatial dental care deserts. These works demonstrate a consistent focus on public health policy and health services research within dentistry.
While no specific awards are listed, her collaborations with prominent researchers like Benjamin Sommers and Ichiro Kawachi highlight her integration into key health policy networks. She has contributed to major journals including JAMA, Health Affairs, and PLOS ONE.
