NCID-3170
Brandie Bentley
Postdoctoral Research Fellow
University of Michigan
Education/Degree:
1 Social Work Social Work (University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign)
About
Dr. Brandie Bentley is a Postdoctoral Research Fellow at the Center for Disability Health and Wellness. Her research focuses on advancing maternal and child health equity at the intersection of race/ethnicity and disability. With a background in Social Work and extensive training as a Community-Based Doula, she is dedicated to addressing the intersectional effects of racism, ableism, and other forms of oppression through research and practice.
Current Work
Dr. Bentley's research focuses on three main areas: (1) exploring how race, ethnicity, and disability intersect to affect people's lives, (2) examining systemic inequalities and barriers in maternal and child health (MCH), and (3) promoting community-driven solutions to improve collaborative care systems. In addition to her research, Dr. Bentley works as a Community-Based Doula in Detroit and the surrounding areas, providing emotional, physical, and informational support to families during the perinatal period. This combination of research and hands-on experience allows Dr. Bentley to connect scientific knowledge with the real needs of her community, making her work more impactful and relevant.
Research Area Keyword(s)
race/ethnicity, disability, intersectionality, health equity, maternal and child health