Adam Searing

Well-versed in the complexities of health policy and Medicaid, Adam Searing serves as an Associate Professor of the Practice at Georgetown University's McCourt School of Public Policy’s Center for Children and Families. His work primarily focuses on Medicaid and other health coverage programs, reflecting his deep commitment to improving healthcare access for vulnerable populations. Before his tenure at Georgetown, Adam was the Director of the Health Access Coalition at the North Carolina Justice Center. In this role, he was a staunch advocate for health reforms aimed at supporting the uninsured and underinsured, working tirelessly to influence policy changes that would benefit these groups. His efforts in this capacity have been instrumental in shaping health policy discourse in North Carolina and beyond. Adam's academic contributions are equally noteworthy. He has imparted his knowledge of public policy through teaching roles at the UNC Gillings School of Global Public Health and the Duke University Sanford School of Public Policy. His courses have equipped students with the critical skills needed to navigate and influence the health policy landscape effectively. In addition to his teaching and advocacy work, Adam is a licensed attorney, bringing a unique legal perspective to his health policy endeavors. He holds degrees in law and public health from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, which have provided him with a robust foundation to tackle the multifaceted challenges of health policy. Adam's research interests lie at the intersection of health policy and Medicaid, where he continues to explore innovative solutions to improve health coverage programs. His work is characterized by a commitment to evidence-based policy-making and a passion for ensuring equitable access to healthcare for all.