Louise O'Brien, PhD, MS
Pioneer in Sleep and Reproductive Health Research
About Me
Dr. Louise O’Brien, PhD, MS, is an esteemed Associate Professor at the University of Michigan, holding roles in the Sleep Disorders Center, Department of Obstetrics & Gynecology, and Department of Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery. Her research focuses on the effects of sleep disruption on reproductive-age women, especially during pregnancy, and its links to adverse perinatal outcomes. Dr. O’Brien also studies the influence of sleep on children's health. With over 90 publications and a commitment to training future leaders in sleep medicine and maternal-fetal health, she is a vital contributor to advancing sleep science and its clinical applications.