Michelle L. Stransky, PhD

Assistant Professor, Boston University Chobanian & Avedisian School of Medicine

Biography

I am a health services researcher and sociologist who examines health and health care outcomes among underserved populations. I conduct statistical analyses of nationally representative survey data to identify health disparities alongside thematic analyses of interview data to reveal the processes underlying such disparities. My work focuses on recommending improvements to policy and clinical practice that will reduce disparities. I enjoy collaborating with colleagues from a variety of backgrounds to design and conduct research that addresses the needs of populations of interest.

Publications

  • Published 2/5/2025

    Sarmiento CA, Furniss A, Morris MA, Stransky ML, Thompson DA. Frequency of depression and anxiety symptoms among adults with childhood- versus adult-onset disability. PM R. 2025 Apr; 17(4):408-418. PMID: 39907356.

    Read at: PubMed

  • Published 11/18/2024

    Stransky ML, Cobb L, Menon N, Barnard E, Belfleur C, Scahill L, Kuhn J. Reinvigorating the Promise of the National Database for Autism Research (NDAR) to Advance Autism Knowledge. J Autism Dev Disord. 2025 Jan; 55(1):385-389. PMID: 39556299.

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  • Published 6/3/2024

    Oshita JY, Gell NM, Reed NS, Stransky ML, MacLean CD. Older adults with communication disabilities and their use of communication support at doctor's visits: a nationally representative study. Disabil Rehabil. 2025 Jan; 47(2):406-413. PMID: 38826064.

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  • Published 5/23/2024

    Sarmiento CA, Furniss A, Morris MA, Stransky ML, Thompson DA. Disparities in Smoking and Heavy Drinking Behaviors by Disability Status and Age of Disability Onset: Secondary Analysis of National Health Interview Survey Data. Public Health Rep. 2024; 139(6):724-733. PMID: 38780024.

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  • Published 5/16/2024

    Stransky ML, Bremer-Kamens M, Kistin CJ, Sheldrick RC, Cohen RT. Using Electronic Health Records to Identify Asthma-Related Acute Care Encounters. Acad Pediatr. 2024; 24(8):1229-1235. PMID: 38761891.

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Education

  • University of New Hampshire, PhD
  • University of New Hampshire, MA
  • Cedar Crest College, BA

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