M. Barton Laws

Dedicated to advancing knowledge in health services and policy, Dr. M. Barton Laws serves as an Associate Professor at Brown University. With a profound commitment to improving healthcare outcomes, his research spans several critical areas, including chronic disease care, clinical practice, health behavior, medication adherence, and physician-patient communication. Dr. Laws has made significant contributions to the field through the development of the Generalized Medical Interaction Analysis System, a tool designed to enhance understanding of the dynamics between healthcare providers and patients. His work aims to foster more effective communication strategies that can lead to improved patient outcomes and satisfaction. His long-term vision is to transform medicine and healthcare into a system that prioritizes the needs of patients, ensuring that care is not only effective but also compassionate and patient-centered. Through his research and teaching, Dr. Laws is dedicated to training the next generation of healthcare professionals to value and implement these principles in their practice. At Brown University, Dr. Laws is involved in various interdisciplinary projects and collaborates with colleagues across different fields to address complex health challenges. His work is instrumental in shaping policies and practices that aim to make healthcare more accessible and equitable for all.