Introduction to Healthcare Delivery Science

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The goal of this program is to enhance researchers' understanding of key principles in healthcare delivery science using an multidisciplinary approach. 

Researchers who are interested in applying to the Health System Innovation and HDS Seed Grant funding opportunities are encouraged to view all introductory lectures before submitting a Letter of Intent.

Approximate Duration: 8 hours

Some modules contain more than one lecture, and the lectures range in duration from 10 minutes to 2 hours. All modules contain at least one multiple-choice quiz.  All pages must be viewed (be sure to "Mark as done" on each page) and the quizzes must be passed for this course to show as completed.

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Amy Towfighi, MD, Director, Healthcare Delivery Science Center, Keck School of Medicine of USC, Director, Neurological Services, Los Angeles County Department of Health Services, Professor of Neurology and Population and Public Health Sciences (Clinical Scholar), Keck School of Medicine

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Price: $125.00

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