Author: Travis Ballstadt
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Why get an MHA instead of an MBA
While both degrees offer valuable skills, the MHA provides specialized training tailored to the unique challenges of the health care industry.
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What is health informatics & why is it a good career?
Health informatics is the interprofessional field that studies and pursues the effective uses of biomedical data, information, and knowledge for scientific inquiry, problem-solving, decision making, motivated by efforts to improve human health.
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Daniel-Ulloa honored for lifelong learning excellence, rooted in student-centered teaching
Jason Daniel-Ulloa, associate teaching professor in the Departments of Health Systems and Population Health and Global Health, has been awarded the University of Washington’s Distinguished Contributions to Lifelong Learning Award.
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Unlocking the future of healthcare: The rise of health informatics and health information management careers
As healthcare continues its digital transformation, the need for professionals who can navigate the intersection of health sciences, technology, and data has never been greater. HIHIM careers are experiencing explosive growth, offering not only stability and purpose, but also high earning potential and leadership opportunities in a rapidly evolving field.
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Leveraging the workplace to advance public health
Professors Jeff Harris and Peggy Hannon’s research highlights the need for employer engagement to improve access to public benefits like Medicaid and SNAP for low-wage workers. Barriers such as stigma and lack of awareness contribute to low participation rates, while proactive state efforts significantly enhance enrollment. Employers could play a vital role in bridging the…
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Multiple HSPop programs in US News & World Report’s 2026 Rankings
The Department of Health Systems and Population Health (HSPop) has three programs receiving recognition in this year’s US News & World Report Graduate School rankings.
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Donald Chi named AAAS Fellow
Donald L. Chi, professor of HSPOP and the Lloyd and Kay Chapman Endowed Chair for Oral Health in the UW School of Dentistry, has been named a 2025 Fellow by the American Association for the Advancement of Science (AAAS)
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UW Workshop sparks award-winning digital health innovation
What began as a pitch at the University of Washington’s Sacia Digital Health Innovation Workshop has grown into an award-winning digital health platform aimed at revolutionizing mental wellness.
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Online Master in Public Health Pitfalls (and Why the UW is Different)
Weigh the pros and cons of an online Master in Public Health by looking at the 5 most common pitfalls students face.
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Why Get a Health Informatics Master’s Degree?
A master’s degree in health informatics offers a unique opportunity to merge technology, healthcare, and data science into a rewarding career.