Here we showcase some of the practical effects of our work: on-the-ground examples and stories of how UHF's varied efforts—running pilot programs, training quality leaders, analyzing policy changes, and more—have affected the lives and health of New Yorkers.
Stories of UHF's Impact
Safely Reducing Advanced Image Testing
Dr. Jean Lesko, a fellow with United Hospital Fund/Greater New York Hospital Association’s Clinical Quality Fellowship Program, found a way to safely decrease the number of unnecessary CTA tests in her hospital's emergency department, streamlining opertations and reducing radiation exposure for patients.
Bronx Clinic Tackles School Readiness
One pediatrician participating in UHF’s Pediatric Steps to Literacy, One Book at a Time project created a program tailored to the pre-kindergarten 4-year-old checkup called “Hello, Bronx Reader.” Using resources and financial support provided by UHF, the program focuses on helping children increase their likelihood to succeed academically when entering kindergarten.
Critical Unwinding Data Added to UHF’s Public Health Insurance Dashboards
UHF has added illuminating Medicaid unwinding datasets to its Public Health Insurance Dashboards, tracking the massive effort to redetermine Medicaid eligibility for millions of New Yorkers.
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James R. Tallon, Jr.'s Impact on UHF and New York Health Care
Former United Hospital Fund president James R. Tallon, Jr. passed away on July 9 after a distinguished career as a legislator and leader in health care. Jim channeled his exemplary abilities as an educator, communicator, and consensus-builder toward the persistent fight for an effective and equitable health care system accessible to all.
UHF Fellow Streamlines Stroke Care
Andrew Jacobowitz, MS, PA-C, a fellow with UHF and Greater New York Hospital Association’s Clinical Quality Fellowship Program, designed a new process so that patients in the emergency room get a head CT scan earlier, reducing the time it takes to diagnose and treat a stroke.
‘Cough Questionnaire’ Enhances Care for Lung Disease Patients
Dr. Jing Wang, a pulmonologist and Fellow with United Hospital Fund and Greater New York Hospital Association’s Clinical Quality Fellowship Program, expanded the use of the cough questionnaire given to chronic cough patients at her hospital from just the initial visit to every visit, giving her team the ability to track trends over time.
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