Expertise
Dr. Bailey-Davis’ research focuses on advancing maternal and child health through integrated, evidence-based interventions that address prevention, nutrition, and health equity. She specializes in designing and evaluating pragmatic trials and implementation strategies that link clinical care and community resources. Her work emphasizes early-life interventions during pregnancy and the first 1,000 days, leveraging models such as Food Is Medicine and WIC integration to improve dietary quality, food security, reduce obesity risk, and promote cardiovascular health. Additionally, she explores behavioral and environmental factors influencing health outcomes, apply mixed-methods and implementation science frameworks, and aims to reduce disparities among rural and lower-income populations through patient-centered, multi-sector approaches.