Impacting the Future of Health Care Delivery
Welcome to the department of Health Services Research, Management and Policy! We educate and empower our students to advance health services research and make a difference in their roles as future healthcare leaders. Through research and community engagement, we drive innovation and excellence in health services practice and policy. Our students are prepared to lead health organizations across the continuum of care.
Our academic programs
MASTER OF
Health Administration
Master of Public Health
Population Health Management
PHD in Public Health
Health Services Research Concentration
MINOR IN
Health Administration
Our research
Faculty in the department are conducting a number of studies aimed at maximizing the health, well-being, participation and quality of life throughout the lifespan.
Recent news
Programs in the College of Public Health and Health Professions earned recognition for excellence.
The list, compiled by the UF Alumni Association, recognizes the world’s fastest-growing businesses owned or led by UF alumni.
Faculty share a sneak peek of their pillar talk topics ahead of PHHP Days 2026.
By working directly with lawmakers and constituents, students bridge the gap between academic training and real-world health policy.
Our mission
The mission of the Department of Health Services Research, Management and Policy at the University of Florida is to:
- Prepare highly qualified and motivated students in our master’s degree programs to become effective managers and leaders of health care and public health organizations.
- Educate outstanding doctoral students to become health services researchers who contribute to the body of knowledge regarding the organization, delivery, and financing of health services.
- Conduct research that achieves national, peer recognition for its contribution to creating new knowledge and for its value in informing health services practice and policy.
- Serve as active participants and leaders in our University,
professional, and health services communities.
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If you have questions about our programs, research or department, please reach out to us!
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