HSR Impact Award
Nomination Deadline: July 29

Has your research made an impact? AcademyHealth requests nominations for its fourth annual HSR Impact Award, which recognizes outstanding research that has been successfully translated into health policy, management, or clinical practice and, as a result, had a positive impact on health and health care.

The winner receives:

• $2,000 and complimentary registration and travel to the 2009 National Health Policy Conference where the award will be presented; and
• Publication as part of the AcademyHealth "HSR Impact" series.

Visit the full call for nominations Web page (http://www.academyhealth.org/About/content.cfm?ItemNumber=953&navitemnumber=2342) for more information about the award, including eligibility criteria and the application process, or contact Patrick Burbine at 202.292.6700.

Health Policy Orientation
October 26–29, 2009
Washington, DC

With a one-to-one ratio of faculty to participants, the Orientation offers an in-depth understanding of formal and informal policy making processes and the players who shape health policy. The Orientation provides a behind-the-scenes look at health policymaking in Washington, and includes presentations by leading experts, group discussions, hands-on tutorials, and a congressional site visit. For more information, visit the Orientation Web site at www.academyhealth.org/orientation.  

Registration is now open. Please note that the Orientation is limited to 50 participants. Register early to secure your spot.  

International Health Study Tours: France
October 18–24, 2009

The France Health Study Tour provides a unique learning opportunity aimed at building collaborative relationships among health care leaders from countries with shared health policy challenges. The tour will address current health policy issues, such as payment to providers, quality, and access to care, and will provide an exciting mix of site visits and briefing sessions. The tour is offered in conjunction with France’s National School of Public Health, E´cole des Hautes E´tudes en Sante´ Publique (EHESP). For more information on the tour or to register, visit the tour Web site at www.academyhealth.org/studytours.


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