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.
A Note From the Department Chair
“As health care becomes even more complex,
and as artificial intelligence permeates our world,
it’s imperative that we have well-trained graduates
who are versed in understanding and using big data
to make important decisions that impact our future.”
— Dr. Lee Revere,
Professor and Florida Blue Endowed Chair
Recent News
Built to lead, grounded in care: Cheryl Atkinson (M.H.A. ’97)
Atkinson credits UF’s M.H.A. program with helping her develop both the practical skills and confidence required to lead in health care.
Meet the Students of PHHP: Ryan Athay, Master of Public Health
College of Public Health and Health Professions students are dedicated to improving health and well-being in communities around the world.
Sophia Amro Gazze: A student’s research journey at PHHP
Gazze jumped straight into hands-on projects, teaming up with faculty and local experts to address real health care challenges from day one.
Rachel Liu-Galvin earns top honors at national primary care research meeting
She received Distinguished Paper and Clinical Pearls Awards from the North American Primary Care Research Group.
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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