“The fellowship truly exceeded my expectations in every way. I learned so much during our time together – it was honestly one of the best learning experiences I’ve had in quite a while! The program challenged me to think differently about my research and opened my eyes to different approaches for evidence-based change that can create real, tangible impact.”
–Minal Patel, Professor, University of Michigan, School of Public Health, c/o 2025
Health Policy Fellowship
The CHRT Health Policy Fellowship at the University of Michigan brings together policymakers, researchers, and nonprofit fellows to learn about health policy and the research process — and the intersection between the two — from subject-matter experts and from each other.
Over the four-month fellowship period, interactive sessions take place in Ann Arbor, Detroit, and Lansing, as well as a three-day trip to Washington, DC (circumstances allowing). Orientation briefings focus on the legislative process, Michigan state government structure, the research process, and challenges in building sustainability for nonprofit organizations.
Many former fellows now serve in key legislative positions in Michigan and Washington, DC, influencing state and federal policy. Since 2012, more than 100 health professionals and health service researchers have graduated from the CHRT Health Policy Fellowship program and their fellowship projects have included:
- Partnering with the Michigan League for Public Policy to help expand the Healthy Kids Dental Program in all 83 Michigan counties.
- Developing, in conjunction with the American Heart Association, a statewide, regional approach to better respond to medical emergencies in a timely manner.
- Building connections with policymakers across the aisle to introduce legislation that expands the scope of practice for nurse practitioners.
For more information, contact Holly Quivera Teague at [email protected]
The CHRT Policy Fellowship program would not be possible without the generous support of our sponsors. Thank you to:
- Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
- Michigan Health Endowment Fund
- Michigan Medicine
- Michigan State Medical Society