Department of Health Policy & Management

"We must address the many health disparities that women face during and after pregnancy through interventions at the health systems and policy levels, ensuring that women have adequate care and treatment of their mental health. Whether by advocating for insurance coverage of perinatal mental health screening, providing Medicaid reimbursement for doulas, or supporting certification of community health workers, we are committed to providing linkages to mental health care for women during the perinatal period."

“Since I’ve been here, I’ve been considering how to improve care for populations with serious mental illnesses within the formal care delivery system, as well as more broadly from the public health perspective to improve people’s lives in the community. Our research and technical assistance efforts are helping to ensure that mental health policymakers, organizations, and clinicians are able to provide the best possible mental health care for patients treated in the public sector.”

"The widespread use of mobile phones and connected devices offers a valuable opportunity to transform care delivery by enhancing patient engagement, supporting treatment adherence and symptom management, and strengthening communication between patients and providers. Our overarching goal is to use digital health innovations to reduce disparities, expand access, and improve health outcomes for patients across diverse care settings."