The Center for Advancing Health Services, Policy & Economics Research develops actionable evidence to inform policies and interventions that improve health outcomes.

Our team, from left: Abigail R. Barker, PhD; Elaine Mercer; Karen Joynt Maddox, MD, MPH; Timothy D. McBride, PhD, MS; Mo Farrell, LMSW; Kenton J. Johnston, PhD, MPH.

Mission

Our mission is to improve health outcomes by conducting and disseminating high-quality, rigorous health services and policy research on health care quality, safety, accessibility, and affordability. We aim to train and support the next generation of leaders in health services and policy research through mentorship, education, and community-building.