Jasmeiry Bello

My research interests are in the realm of women’s health and prenatal and/or postpartum care. I am curious about how and why access to healthcare resources could be less attainable and available to certain minority or disadvantaged women populations. Along with this, I hope to understand which policies and programs can be implemented to dismantle barriers for these populations. During the year, I work with Dr. Emily F Gregory in the department of pediatrics at the Children's Hospital of Philadelphia studying health after preterm birth. With the support of University Scholars, I am currently working on my independent research project looking at possible barriers for pregnant teenagers and young mothers in receiving healthcare resources. Outside of my research, I volunteer at Puentes De Salud and form part of Big Brothers Big Sisters and the Physical Health Advisory Board.

• Research Assistant to Dr. Emily F Gregory, Department of Pediatrics