Our Maternity Action Plan gathering last week brought together more than 120 people, all committed to making New Jersey the safest, most equitable place to give birth and raise a child. The range of attendees enabled doulas to converse with state health officials; midwives to chat with a medical school dean; community health workers to…Read More…

 I recently was elected Board Chair of The Leapfrog Group, where I have been a member of the board for ten years. In a guest essay just published in NJ Spotlight News, I outline my goals in this role and how we can all work to improve patient safety. READ NJ SPOTLIGHT NEWS OP-ED HERERead More…

Five years ago, the Quality Institute’s Mayors Wellness Campaign (MWC) began annual focus groups in all 21 New Jersey counties to learn the top health concerns of our communities. Each year, mental health emerged as a critical issue, especially for adolescents and older adults.   In a partnership with the MWC, Walmart last year provided…Read More…

At the Quality Institute, we work together with you, our members and partners, to strengthen health care quality and access. Today I want to reflect on several recent successes that advance our mission and show how our work together creates impact and improves lives.   Access to contraceptives at local pharmacies For years, we’ve called…Read More…

We know that the first three years of a child’s life form the foundation for their long-term health, well-being, and advancement. We also know how important it is for children to regularly see a pediatrician during this critical period when they are changing so rapidly. The traditional pediatric office visit, although a key element of…Read More…

  Our recent Quality Institute poll found that New Jersey residents are deeply worried about rising health care costs, which outpace wage growth.   Health care is essential to a healthy life. Yet rising health costs crowd out public investment in other life essentials: safe housing, education, social services, clean water, reliable transportation, and parks….Read More…

Honest conversations about our health care goals especially as we age or face serious illnesses can be difficult but are an essential part of supporting healthy aging. The Quality Institute’s Conversation of Your Life (COYL) initiative continues to grow as we partner with more New Jersey mayors, community partners, and our members who provide subject…Read More…

  The Quality Institute’s spring All-Council conference is the place to be next week. Our multi-stakeholder membership will be gathering to learn from national experts and network with one another.   This year’s conference focuses on health care issues and the views of voters, an especially timely topic with congressional, senate, and presidential elections ahead…Read More…

I’m pleased to announce that three impressive health leaders have joined our Board of Directors, each well-known and respected throughout the state and committed to the Quality Institute’s mission to improve health care safety, quality, and affordability for everyone. These leaders have worked with the Quality Institute providing expertise on issues such as payment models,…Read More…

As the Director of Community Health for the Quality Institute, I have the pleasure of working with towns and cities across New Jersey as they develop innovative programs that promote health and wellness. The effort is part of the Quality Institute’s Mayors Wellness Campaign, which, in partnership with the New Jersey League of Municipalities, has…Read More…