Linda M Long-Bellil

Linda M Long-Bellil, PhD, JD, is an Assistant Professor at UMass Chan Medical School and T.H. Chan School of Medicine, affiliated with the Eunice Kennedy Shriver Center and the Department of Family Medicine and Community Health.

• Education: BA in Arts from Yale University, JD from Boston University, PhD in Social Policy and Management from Brandeis University.

Her research focuses on health equity for individuals with disabilities, particularly in maternal and child health, access to prenatal care, health services, and medical education. Publications highlight systemic barriers, adaptive parenting strategies, and clinician training needs.

The 15 most recent articles span 2015–2024, emphasizing disability in obstetrics, public health disparities, and healthcare accessibility. Key subfields include maternal outcomes, patient-centered care, and policy frameworks.

She collaborates with researchers like Mitra M, Iezzoni LI, and Smeltzer SC, with works cited in policy sources, news outlets, and clinical guidelines.