Molly Houser

Molly Houser (MD) is a Fellow in our Leadership Training Academy Class of 2027 and specializes in Maternal-Fetal Medicine and Complex Family Planning. Reflections on work, advocacy, and sources of joy are shared below.

What are your clinical or research interests?

Complex pregnancy care, reducing pregnancy-related morbidity and mortality, medical education in restrictive legal environments, and the intersection of reproductive healthcare, law, and policy.

What current policy issue motivates you to be an advocate?

Removing policy barriers to abortion care for all who seek it, with particular attention to the impact of restrictive abortion laws on pregnancy-related morbidity and mortality.

What local justice-centered organization do you wish we knew about?

A Step Ahead Foundation — a Memphis-founded organization working to reduce barriers to contraceptive access through education, outreach, and community partnerships.

What is bringing you joy these days?

Traveling with loved ones and enjoying live music

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