The Roots of Research with Dr. David Weindorf
Join Georgia Southern's Vice President for Research and Economic Development, Dr. David Weindorf, as he sits with faculty to discuss all things research. Each episode, you'll get to know a faculty member, their work, and the roots of their research!
The Roots of Research with Dr. David Weindorf
Episode 3 - Dr. Bettye Apenteng
On this episode of the Roots of Research, Dr. Bettye Apenteng, professor of Health Policy & Community Health in the Jiann-Ping Hsu College of Public Health, joins us to explore how context, community engagement, and system design shape health outcomes—especially in rural America.
She reflects on her global work in Ghana, her research on Medicaid managed care organizations, and the structural forces driving health system performance. It's an insightful look at population health through a systems lens!