Mandating Health Workforce Data Collection in Arizona

Presenters

  • Daniel Derksen, MD

    Associate Vice President for Health Equity, Outreach & Interprofessional Activities, University of Arizona Health Sciences,
    Chair & Director, Arizona Center for Rural Health
    Professor of Public Health, Mel and Enid Zuckerman College of Public Health

  • Heather Carter, EdD

    Assistant Professor of Practice, Mel and Enid Zuckerman College of Public Health, University of Arizona and Associate Director, Arizona Center for Rural Health

Topics

Data Collection, Policy

Description

In 2018, Arizona passed legislation requiring data reporting for some licensed health professionals in the state. This webinar features the perspectives of two individuals who were key in the effort to pass the legislation. The topics covered include: the content of the new law; key supporters of the bill; major challenges faced in securing passage of the bill; and what advice they would give to other states contemplating similar legislation.

Duration

30 minutes

Event Date

December 4, 2018