Dr. Megan Bair Merritt

Professor

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Biography

Megan Bair-Merritt, MD, MSCE is a highly respected Professor at Boston University Chobanian & Avedisian School of Medicine, specializing in Pediatrics and General Pediatrics. She serves as Chief Scientific Officer at Boston Medical Center Health System, where she provides strategic and operational oversight for the research enterprise. Dr. Bair-Merritt is renowned for her research on family violence and mental health, and has been instrumental in developing a fellowship program in Academic General Pediatrics recognized among the top programs in the nation. Her leadership includes championing a large integrated behavioral health project and serving as Principal Investigator or co-Principal Investigator on 15 extramural awards from notable funding agencies such as the National Institutes of Health and the Maternal and Child Health Bureau. With over 110 peer-reviewed publications, she is a key figure in influencing best practices around screening for intimate partner violence. Dr. Bair-Merritt actively mentors junior faculty and medical students, fostering their professional and personal development. Her dedication to advancing health research, especially regarding psychosocial adversity and trauma interventions, underscores her commitment to making a significant impact in her field.

Research Interests

Experience

Chief Scientific Officer

2019-01-01 — Present

Boston Medical Center Health System • Boston, MA

Oversees the research enterprise at Boston Medical Center, responsible for strategic and operational functions.

Professor

2015-01-01 — Present

Boston University Chobanian & Avedisian School of Medicine • Boston, MA

Teaches and conducts research in Pediatrics, focusing on general pediatrics and family health.

Requirements for Boston University

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.88
TOEFL
Total
Required:100
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution
Application Checklist
  • Personal statement
  • Two letters of recommendation
  • Resume
  • LSAT or GRE scores
  • Transcripts through LSAC
Specialization Notes

Department of Law offers JD, LLM, and Master's in Study of Tax Law.