reach program
Helping you REACH your goals
Our REACH program aims to connect our graduate students, including M.H.A., M.P.H. and Ph.D. students, with the health care system to solve health care challenges. This structured, mentored experience transforms academic knowledge into actionable solutions that deliver strategic value to partner organizations and ultimately contribute to improving health outcomes.
What makes us unique
Specializing in what matters most
REACH team focuses on high-impact priorities in health care: cost, quality, access and health care system performance.
Expert research, real-world impact
REACH brings expertise in rigorous research design, advanced statistical modeling and evidence-based health care systems intelligence to support effective decision-making.
Investing in the future health care leaders
REACH invests in future leaders by providing opportunities that build the competencies, skills and vision needed to lead health care systems.
Together, we are building the next generation of leaders while solving health care challenges.
What we offer
For partners
We provide evidence-based and data-driven consulting on quality and operational improvement, policy analysis, economic evaluation and care delivery optimization. Partnering with us gives you access to top-tier analytical skills, evidence-based recommendations and a pipeline of future health care leaders.
For students
We offer hands-on consulting experience in a team-based, mentored setting. Students develop problem-solving and analytical skills by working on real-world projects, from data analysis to strategic recommendations.
Two service tracks are offered. Partners submit a request and our teams are matched based on expertise and project goals.
Service options
Research consulting projects
REACH collaborates with partners to design research studies, analyze data and present findings in the form of a manuscript or academic conference abstract.
Data management and analysis
- Assistance with data cleaning, organization and storage
- Statistical analysis and interpretation of results
- Support with data visualization and reporting
- Ensuring data integrity and compliance with ethical standards
Research design
- Guidance on formulating research questions and hypotheses
- Support in selecting appropriate methodologies and study designs
- Development of data collection tools and protocols
Consulting/problem-solving projects
REACH works with partners to conduct market analyses, develop strategic plans or perform community health needs assessments that support real time decision-making in health care services.
General consulting
- Conduct needs assessments and stakeholder interviews
- Provide evidence-based recommendations and action plans
Data analytics
- Perform statistical and qualitative data analysis
- Create interactive dashboards and visualizations
- Translate data insights into actionable strategies
General management
- Assess organizational structure and leadership effectiveness
- Provide guidance on performance management and team development
- Develop tools for effective communication and decision-making
Market analysis
- Conduct environmental scans and competitive benchmarking
- Analyze market trends, customer needs and stakeholder expectations
- Provide insights to inform marketing and outreach strategies
Operations management
- Map and evaluate current workflows and processes
- Identify inefficiencies and recommend process improvements
Strategy/innovation
- Lead strategic planning and visioning sessions
- Support change management and implementation planning
Ready to reach your goals?
Take the next step to reach your goals. Apply now to join REACH, where changes begin.
