Research Themes
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Science of Compassion & Equity
The discovery of complex and sometimes unfair factors that influence health among populations and translation into compassionate and caring actions aimed at health equity, social justice, and human dignity.
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Science of Education, Technology & Simulation
The discovery of principles of teaching and learning to advance the education of health professionals and the communities we serve.
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Science of Prevention & Management of Illness
The discovery of preventive and therapeutic approaches to health based on the determinants of health: personal, social, economic, and environmental.
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Science of Systems & Data
The discovery of complex systems and use of data to understand how healthcare provider systems function and can be improved.
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