Health and Aging Policy Fellows work on a diverse range of aging-related issues, both in DC and nationwide. Whether it’s through career progression and promotions, research, and publications, Fellows continue to influence policies for older Americans at the federal, state, and community level. Click here to see their most recent accomplishments.
Sharon K. Inouye, MD, MPH, named Editor in Chief of JAMA Internal Medicine
Sharon K. Inouye, MD, MPH (2016-2017 Fellow) has been named Editor in Chief of JAMA Internal Medicine, effective July 1, 2023. She previously served as an Associate Editor at JAMA Network Open. Dr. Inouye succeeds Rita F. Redberg, MD, MSc, who has been Editor in Chief of JAMA Internal Medicine since 2009.
Dr. Inouye is a Professor of Medicine at Harvard Medical School and the Milton and Shirley F. Levy Family Chair and Director of the Aging Brain Center, Marcus Institute for Aging Research at Hebrew SeniorLife. Dr. Inouye is an internationally recognized leader in internal medicine, geriatrics, and aging research, and has made a significant impact on health and medicine through her seminal research in cognitive disorders of aging, including delirium and dementia, and through her leadership in health innovation. She has combined her clinical acumen with expertise in epidemiology, public health and public policy, to revolutionize the way we provide clinical care for older adults. She developed an innovative and cost-effective approach proven to prevent delirium and falls in older persons, the Hospital Elder Life Program (HELP), implemented in hundreds of hospitals worldwide.
“I am truly excited to become the next editor in chief of JAMA Internal Medicine. I hope to build on the tremendous foundation provided by Dr. Rita Redberg and her team,” said Dr. Inouye. “My vision is that JAMA Internal Medicine will provide a voice and sounding board for the internal medicine community worldwide. I believe the journal will provide the essential evidence and knowledge base to advance the field of medicine, to influence practice and policy globally, and to improve public health for all.”
The HAPF National Program Office welcomes Maureen Henry to the team
The Health and Aging Policy Fellows Program is pleased to announce that Maureen Henry will join the National Program Office as Deputy Director for Program.
Maureen has 20 years of cross-disciplinary experience in health policy, quality improvement, performance measurement, and complex patient populations. As a 2012-2013 Health and Aging Policy Fellow, Maureen worked as a healthcare staffer in Virginia Senator Mark Warner’s Washington, DC office, where she met with constituents in DC and Virginia and assisted with negotiating and drafting the Care Planning Act of 2013. Most recently, Maureen was a Senior Program Officer with the National Academy of Medicine, where she served as Study Director for the Global Roadmap for Healthy Longevity.
As HAPF Deputy Director for Program, Maureen will contribute to developing program engagement opportunities and mentoring Fellows as they pursue their policy work throughout the course of the year. Maureen’s arrival expands our team’s capacity to support our growing community of nearly 200 Health and Aging Policy Fellows.
Maureen will also be joining the team at the Columbia Robert N. Butler Aging Center’s International Longevity Center (ILC-USA), which was founded in 1990 with the purpose of educating individuals on how to live longer, healthier, and more meaningful lives, as well as to advise the public on how to maximize the benefits of increasing longevity in modern society. Click here to learn more about ILC-USA.
We are thrilled that Maureen will be a part of our team come November and look forward to continuing our work with all of you.
Updates from our Fellows – Fall 2022
Health and Aging Policy Fellows work on a diverse range of aging-related issues, both in DC and nationwide. Whether it’s through career progression and promotions, research, and publications, our Fellows continue to influence policies for older Americans at the federal, state, and community level. Click here to see their most recent accomplishments.
Thomas Tsai, MD, MPH, selected as Senior Policy Advisory for the White House COVID-19 Response Team
Thomas Tsai, MD, MPH (2014-2015 Fellow) has been selected as Senior Policy Advisory for the White House COVID-19 Response Team, which was established during the presidency of Joe Biden to respond to the COVID-19 pandemic in the United States. In this role, Dr. Tsai serves as the Testing and Treatment Coordinator directing the federal COVID-19 testing, therapeutics, and Test to Treat efforts.
Click here to read more about Dr. Tsai’s selection for the team.
Jing Wang, PhD, MPH, RN, FAAN elected to RWJF Board of Trustees
Jing Wang, PhD, MPH, RN, FAAN (2020-2021 Fellow) has been elected to The Board of Trustees of the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation (RWJF), which strives to improve health and healthcare in America, especially for those most in need, and is dedicated to building a Culture of Health that provides everyone in America a fair and just opportunity for health and well-being. Jing is preparing the next generation of nurses for a digital transformation of healthcare, and her insights and experiences will contribute significantly to the Foundation’s aforementioned mission.
Click here to read the announcement of Dr. Wang’s election to the board.
Updates from Our Fellows – Spring 2022
Whether it’s through career progression and promotions, research, and publications, our Fellows continue to have a positive impact on the lives of older Americans via policy work at the federal, state, and community level. Please click here to see the most recent professional accomplishments of both Current and Alumni Fellows.
Updates from Our Fellows – Fall 2021
Health and Aging Policy Fellows work on a diverse range of aging-related issues, both in DC and nationwide – and now, virtually! Whether it’s through career progression and promotions, research, and publications, our Fellows continue to influence policies for older Americans at the federal, state, and community level. Please click here to see recent updates from our Fellows.
Fridays for Aging Policy – The 2020-2021 Health and Aging Policy Fellows Webinar Series
For their fellowship year Policy Symposium, the 2020-2021 Health and Aging Policy Fellows organized a special three-part webinar series called Fridays for Aging Policy. The series features experts who are shaping policy for the next decade on the timely and important topics of rural healthcare, health technology, and long-term care. The webinar recordings are available here:
1. Aging in Rural America: Addressing the Healthcare Shortage – Friday, September 10, 2021
2. Health Technology: Bridging the Technological Divide – Friday, September 17, 2021
3. Long-Term Care: Building Better Post-Pandemic – Friday, September 24, 2021
Dr. Jane Pederson appointed to Minnesota Board on Aging (MBA)
Dr. Jane Pederson (2018-2019 Fellow) has been appointed to the Minnesota Board on Aging (MBA) by Governor Tim Walz. The Board advises on and coordinates government plans around aging to ensure that Older American’s Act requirements are met. The MBA administers state and federal funds and also creates public awareness, encourages research on aging issues and provides technical assistance and grants to local aging organizations. By participating in board and committee meetings, MBA members work to create a collective vision that represents the best interests of older Minnesotans. Jane is looking forward to incorporating her expertise in long-term care and the learnings from her fellowship placement with the Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality (AHRQ) into this appointment.
