Dr. Megan Deichen Hansen is Research Faculty in the Department of Behavioral Sciences and Social Medicine at Florida State University’s College of Medicine. Dr. Deichen Hansen’s program of research focuses on promoting perinatal health equity for medically underserved populations. One of her primary lines of research has investigated barriers and facilitators to Black women’s care utilization during pregnancy and postpartum. The primary aim of this research is to develop and refine desirable, patient-centered interventions that enhance equitability of quality perinatal care and optimal health outcomes. Dr. Deichen Hansen's other research foci include investigation of integrated care models and best practices for disseminating health education materials.