Tina Batra Hershey

Tina Batra Hershey is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Health Policy and Management at the University of Pittsburgh Graduate School of Public Health, with adjunct roles at the University of Pittsburgh School of Law and Carnegie Mellon University's Heinz College. Her work bridges health law, policy, and public health, focusing on legal preparedness for emergencies, healthcare equity, and regulatory frameworks. She teaches courses on health care compliance, fraud, and ethics.

Education:

• J.D., George Washington University Law School
• M.P.H. in Public Health Law Policy, George Washington University
• B.A., Villanova University

Research Interests: Dr. Hershey investigates how laws and policies impact healthcare quality, health equity, and public health emergencies. Her projects include tribal legal preparedness for disasters, drug shortage economics, and sepsis care mandates. She emphasizes the intersection of law, public health, and healthcare access in marginalized populations.

Recent Work: Her research highlights cross-national drug shortages, pandemic policy responses, and tribal nation legal frameworks. She collaborates with policymakers to address gaps in healthcare regulation and emergency preparedness.

Grants & Advising: While specific grant details aren't listed, her work is supported by projects like the Tribal Legal Preparedness Project and collaborations with institutions like the Heinz College. She advises on health policy reforms and legal strategies for healthcare systems.

Labs/Teams: Engaged with interdisciplinary teams at the University of Pittsburgh and CMU, focusing on legal epidemiology, health equity initiatives, and disaster response frameworks.