HSR Workforce Development

One way AcademyHealth works to improve both the supply and quality of health services research is by assessing the skills and composition of the HSR workforce, and building programs that respond to emerging needs. This section includes evidence on the makeup of the HSR workforce as well as programs to improve and support its diversity and relevance.

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Program Connects Undergraduates from HBCUs to Careers in Health Services Research

Watch the video for the personal story of Cynthia Warrick, a champion for diversity, equity, and inclusion—and find out more about BioGradMatch, which matches students to biomedical and health sciences graduate programs. BioGradMatch is seeking additional graduate programs to participate.

Posted Dec 12, 2022 By Danielle DeCosta, M.P.H.

Topics HSR Workforce Development Health Equity

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Is It Advocacy or Lobbying—It Depends. Participants at Health Policy Orientation Learn About How to Communicate Effectively with Policymakers

Participants of AcademyHealth Health Policy Orientation heard from leading experts on how to communicate effectively with lawmakers for translating evidence into action.

Posted Nov 29, 2022 By Elsie Essien, M.P.H.

Topics HSR Workforce Development Translation, Dissemination & Implementation Advocacy

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Three Membership Benefits that Can Move Your Research Career Forward

AcademyHealth’s Membership Director illustrates how taking full advantage of membership can move your research career forward.

Posted Nov 7, 2022 By Angélica Rodríguez

Topics HSR Workforce Development

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New Health Affairs Forefront Article Discusses Potential Impacts of CHW Certification Mandates

AcademyHealth members in Health Affairs highlight risks and benefits to Community health workers (CHW) licensure and certification mandates.

Posted Aug 8, 2022 By Megan Coffinbargar, M.H.A, April Joy Damian, Ph.D., M.Sc., John M. Westfall, M.D., M.P.H.

Topics HSR Workforce Development Delivering Better Care

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What Is “Communicating for Impact?"

Communicating for impact is an essential skill for health services researchers. Learn how to increase visibility of your work with a new AcademyHealth course.

Posted Jul 27, 2022 By Angélica Rodríguez

Topics HSR Workforce Development Translation, Dissemination & Implementation

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Health Services Researchers Reflect on Challenges when Communicating for Impact

At ARM 2022, attendees expressed the challenges they face when communicating their research for impact. AcademyHealth’s Membership Director spotlights a new AcademyHealth course, designed to help researchers disseminate their work for maximum impact.

Posted Jul 11, 2022 By Angélica Rodríguez

Topics Translation, Dissemination & Implementation HSR Workforce Development

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ARM 2022 Panelists Highlight Best Practices for Mentoring Through an Equity Lens

Learn how to make the most out of your mentoring relationship based on the insights from a panel of current mentors/mentees presented at the 2022 Annual Research Meeting.

Posted Jul 6, 2022 By Alexandra Ade

Topics HSR Workforce Development ARM

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Experts at the 2022 ARM Addressed Burnout, Workforce Wellbeing, and the Importance of Community

At the Annual Research Meeting experts highlighted key concerns and opportunities for the field of HSR, including addressing workforce, burnout conducting timely research, and removing institute barriers to advance equity.

Posted Jun 30, 2022 By Lauren Adams, M.A., Christina Tudor

Topics HSR Workforce Development Health Equity ARM

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AcademyHealth Interest Groups Help Members Connect at ARM and Beyond

AcademyHealth’s Membership Manager highlights ways joining an Interest Group (IG) can enhance your career and spotlights IG-related events at the 2022 Annual Research Meeting (ARM).

Posted Jun 2, 2022 By Alexandra Ade

Topics HSR Workforce Development ARM

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Increase Your Impact and Skills While Engaging with the Most Innovative Health Services Research at ARM

AcademyHealth’s Annual Research Meeting (ARM) is just around the corner. AcademyHealth Vice President and longtime AcademyHealth member Bonnie Cluxton reflects on the legacy of ARM and why it remains a must attend event.

Posted May 25, 2022 By Bonnie Austin Cluxton, J.D., M.P.H.

Topics HSR Resources & Methods HSR Workforce Development ARM