Dr. William Crown is a Distinguished Research Scientist at CISWH, where he focuses on evaluating the economic value of social work on patient outcomes and healthcare costs. He also analyzes effects of global health programs—such as PEPFAR—on health systems performance and population health outcomes.  Dr. Crown is an internationally recognized…

Dr. Moaven Razavi is a Senior Research Scientist at CISWH, where he focuses on estimating the economic impact of social work services on patient outcomes and healthcare costs. In his prior work he has demonstrated the value of care provided by nurse practitioners and physician assistants making the case that…

As a Research Associate, Debbie supports collaborative research on a range of topics, including the transition of HIV services from donor funding to local leadership, financial analysis of global HIV programs, and the economic impact of social work. She contributes to literature reviews, research design, case studies, financial analysis, and…

Senior Project Director Allyson Baughman leads the Health Equity Research Lab. A thought leader and policy specialist, she guides and oversees initiatives that advance research, policy, and practice to promote health equity. Allyson bring to her work nearly two decades of expertise in quantitative and qualitative research methods and analysis,…

Centered in the belief that building lasting relationships and looking out for those left behind are crucial for true equity, Policy Fellow Molly Heald brings commitment to these values to her work. Focusing on the Beyond 2025 database, she provides information about the policies proposed in “Project 2025” and the…

Doctoral Fellow Edima Ottoho works closely with CISWH’s executive director to enhance the center’s strategic initiatives. She provides guidance and tools to strengthen team procedures, streamline planning and implementation tracking, and improve performance measurement. Her work supports integration efforts to maximize the effectiveness, cohesion, and impact of CISWH’s labs, projects,…

Doctoral Fellow Melanie Morris is working on the Economic Case for Social Work in Public Health Settings and Healthcare. She has explored the current literature on the role of social work in healthcare, the cost savings and cost-effectiveness of social work interventions, and how social work promotes health equity. Through…

Policy Fellow Sheila Siragusa is tapping her work experience in research and analysis, particularly around environmental and energy policy, as she contributes to the Beyond 2025 Action Hub. Additionally, Sheila taught Acting, Directing, and First Folio Shakespeare in Performance, and is a professional stage director based in the…

Jess Rogers is a Policy Fellow with BU’s Center for Innovation in Social Work & Health. In this role, she examines The Heritage Foundation’s Project 2025, and the current administration’s executive orders and policies that impact education, the LGBTQIA+ community, and women’s rights. Rogers began her career in…

Dr. Nandakumar is a Professor of Practice and leads the Global Social Work and Public Health Lab. He directs research on the economic impact of social work and examines how global health investments—particularly through PEPFAR—affect health systems and outcomes. His work bridges economics, public health, and social policy to advance…