Megan Henley

Megan Henley is an Associate Professor of Sociology in the Department of Sociology within the College of Humanities and Social Sciences at Colorado Mesa University. She holds a PhD in Sociology from the University of Arizona and teaches courses such as Sociology of Marriage and Families, Sociology of Health and Illness, and Introduction to Sociological Inquiry, emphasizing the relevance of sociology in everyday life.

• PhD in Sociology – University of Arizona
• MA in Sociology – University of Arizona
• BA in Sociology – University of California, Irvine

Her research centers on gender, health, and reproduction, with a strong focus on maternal healthcare inequalities, the role of doulas, and reproductive justice. She bridges sociology and public health to examine how social structures impact birth experiences, professional dynamics in maternity care, and systemic disparities. Her work often explores the intersection of gender, race, and class in health outcomes.

The analysis of her recent publications reveals a consistent scholarly trajectory in medical sociology and feminist health studies. Her work investigates doulas as agents of change, emotional labor in maternity support, interprofessional tensions between nurses and doulas, and structural inequities in cesarean rates. These studies reflect a deep engagement with both qualitative sociological methods and public health implications.

No scientific awards are listed in the available information.

Megan Henley actively conducts research that informs social policy and improves healthcare practices. While no formal advising relationships or grants are listed, her collaborative publications suggest active engagement in research teams and interdisciplinary scholarship. She integrates real-world examples into her teaching to foster a sociological lens among students.

Though not explicitly mentioned, her research on maternity support workers and collaborative studies imply participation in research groups or networks focused on reproductive health and social justice, possibly involving cross-institutional partnerships.