Our Mission & Values

Scientific Mission

Our lab’s mission is to reduce pediatric morbidity and mortality using health services research (HSR) and community-engaged research (CEnR/CBPR) approaches.

We accomplish this by:

• Identifying modifiable factors that influence child health outcomes
• Partnering with communities to develop effective interventions
• Translating research findings into actionable policy recommendations
• Building evidence for interventions that reduce health disparities

Vision

We envision a future where all children have the opportunity to thrive, regardless of their social or economic circumstances. We strive to be a leading research group that:

• Bridges the gap between academic research and community needs
• Develops innovative solutions to complex pediatric health challenges
• Trains the next generation of health services researchers
• Creates lasting positive change in pediatric healthcare delivery and outcomes

Core Values

Scientific Integrity

• Commitment to rigorous, reproducible, and transparent scientific methods
• Maintaining high standards for data quality and analysis
• Supporting open science practices
• Fostering a culture of continuous learning and improvement

Health Equity

• Prioritizing research that addresses health disparities
• Working to improve health outcomes for vulnerable patients
• Reducing inequalities wherever possible
• Ensuring our research benefits underserved communities

Inclusive Excellence

• Recognizing valuable insights from all stakeholders
• Ensuring all voices are heard and respected
• Fostering a collaborative and supportive environment
• Embracing diverse perspectives and experiences

Continuous Improvement

• Adopting a process improvement mindset
• Regularly evaluating and refining our methods
• Being responsive to feedback from community partners
• Supporting professional growth and development