Maryam Stevenson, associate professor at Samford University’s Cumberland School of Law, is contributing to an important national conversation on health care access through her recent scholarly publication in the Georgetown Immigration Law Journal.

In her newest published article, “Doctor, Doctor: Reforming Physician Immigration Policy to Improve Access to Healthcare,” Stevenson examines how current U.S. immigration policies affect the availability of physicians, particularly in underserved communities. Drawing on her expertise in immigration law, she analyzes the structural barriers that limit foreign-trained doctors from practicing in the United States and proposes reforms aimed at strengthening the health care workforce.

Her work highlights the intersection of immigration law and public health, emphasizing how policy decisions can directly shape access to care. By identifying inefficiencies in existing visa programs and regulatory frameworks, the article outlines practical, policy-driven solutions to address physician shortages nationwide.

Stevenson is widely recognized for her scholarship in immigration law and commitment to exploring how legal frameworks impact communities and critical industries. This latest publication reinforces her role as a thought leader in the field and underscores the expertise of Cumberland School of Law’s faculty in addressing complex, real-world challenges through impactful legal scholarship.