OHSU study highlights disparities in mental health outcomes among immigrants before, after birth

Researchers find expanded Medicaid coverage significantly improves detection, treatment of mental health conditions in immigrants who are pregnant, new parents

By Nicole Rideout February 21, 2024 Portland, Oregon

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Maria Rodriguez, M.D., M.P.H. (OHSU)

Prenatal care and mental health

Maria Rodriguez, M.D., M.P.H., professor of obstetrics and gynecology in the OHSU School of Medicine, goes over mental health resources with a patient. In a new study, OHSU researchers identify significant maternal mental health disparities among low-income immigrants who don’t have access to Medicaid coverage available when states expand their programs. (OHSU/Christine Torres Hicks)