APRIL 2025 NEWSLETTER

When Doctors ask patients about social needs, do they know where to send patients for help?

Since 2018, the Center for Health and Research Transformation (CHRT) has been surveying primary care physicians (PCPs) across Michigan about their experiences screening patients.

CHRT launches five new projects in mental health, community violence, and more



CHRT is pleased to announce five new projects, including collaborations with Network180, WeLIVE, Berrien County, Children of the Rising Sun, and more.

85% of Michigan physicians blame admin burden for rising stress and burnout

Physician burnout is a critical issue threatening both the stability of Michigan’s healthcare workforce and the quality of care that Michiganders receive.

CHRT welcomes new board member, bids farewell to departing leaders

The Center for Health and Research Transformation (CHRT) is pleased to welcome Todd Anderson, market president of Blue Cross Complete of Michigan, to our board of directors and extends its thanks to Renu Tipirneni and Lynda Rossi.

Celebrating staff promotions and new team members at CHRT!

We’re pleased to share some important updates about our team at CHRT! From well-deserved promotions to new team members bringing valuable expertise, our organization continues to grow in its commitment to advancing health and social equity.

We need to coordinate transportation to improve healthcare access

Transportation is so much more than a logistical concern—it’s a cornerstone of healthcare access says Deana Smith, associate director of opportunity management at CHRT. When patients can’t physically get to their appointments, pick up prescriptions, or buy groceries, their health suffers.

CHRT welcomes 2025 Health Policy Fellowship cohort

CHRT is pleased to announce the 2025 cohort of its Health Policy Fellowship. This year’s fellows represent a diverse group of health researchers, policymakers, and nonprofit leaders who are committed to improving health policy and practice in Michigan and beyond.

CHRT in the community

CHRT policy fellowship equips health nonprofits to be advocates, The Michigan Health Endowment Fund (MHEF) recently highlighted CHRT’s Health Policy Fellowship in its latest newsletter, emphasizing the program’s impact on nonprofit leaders.

CHRT leaders quoted in MI Mental Health Series, CHRT’s Nailah Henry and Nancy Baum were recently featured in Second Wave Media’s Michigan Mental Health series, which explores the state’s efforts to improve behavioral health services.

Modeling one county’s mental health crisis system for adults and children, Community Mental Health Association of Michigan conference, Nailah Henry, February 5, 2025.

Michigan Medicaid 101, Institute for Public Policy and Social Research convening, Nancy Baum and Melissa Riba, January 15, 2025

Medicaid 101 for Michigan legislators and legislative staffers, Institute for Public Policy and Social Research convening, Melissa Riba, December 10, 2024

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