Quality Improvement

Recent federal legislation and new research funding opportunities underscore the importance and urgency of improving representation in clinical trials to advance health equity.

Improving health care safety, quality, and value is national priority. At the 2024 Annual Research Meeting in Baltimore this June 29-July 2, the Improving Safety, Quality, and Value Theme Sessions will feature research focused on innovative approaches to advance quality of care in the U.S., from the application of novel technologies to payment reform.

This one-pager outlines MODRN EQUIP’s background, aims, research approach, and more.

PCORI has awarded over $3 billion since 2010. In a recent organizational briefing, Director Cook discussed funding priorities going forward and how researchers can take advantage of PCORI resources.

Experts from The Leapfrog Group, an AcademyHealth organizational member, explore the challenges of translating diagnostic research into widespread action. A new initiative aims to address this and rapidly reduce harm from diagnostic error through public reporting and accountability.

The second post in our Weitzman Institute blog series on conducting health equity research during the COVID-19 pandemic highlights challenges and lessons learned in building rapport and authentically engaging with patients in a virtual research environment.

2020 AcademyHealth Delivery System Science Fellows reflect on the benefits of the fellowship and lessons learned while being embedded within health systems.