PH 209 Introduction to Improvement Methods

An appreciation of systems and systems thinking is essential for improving public health and healthcare systems. A systematic approach to assessing a specific context and testing changes for improvement uses specific “tools” and requires a clear measurement strategy which reflects equity as the underpinning of quality.  This course develops systems thinking in health care and public health and introduces students to commonly used methods to systematically approach understanding context, testing change, and measuring improvement in a specific setting.  Students will explore the use of common improvement “tools” which can be used in a wide variety of settings.

0.40 Dartmouth units; (HP, P, LP, NC)

Required for Online and Hybrid MPH

Offered: Fall - First Year

Instructor

TBD

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