University Hospitals Office of Health Impact
At University Hospitals, the Office of Health Impact leads efforts to advance compassionate care and create meaningful, lasting connections – both within our organization and across the communities we serve.
We are committed to ensuring that everyone – whether a patient, caregiver, or community member – has access to healthcare and opportunities that are personalized, respectful, and responsive to their real-life needs.
University Hospitals values excellence. Through collaboration, service, and a deep belief in the power of human connection, we work every day to build a healthcare environment that is both excellent and compassionate and where caregivers are able to provide the best possible care.
University Hospitals does not tolerate discrimination and provides equal opportunity to all of our caregivers.
What We Do
The Office of Health Impact helps drive positive outcomes by identifying and addressing barriers to health, honoring both cultural practices and personal beliefs, and creating pathways for individuals to access care and lead healthier lives.
We focus on:
- Fostering environments where care is both excellent and compassionate
- Expanding access to health and wellness resources
- Supporting community-based care and partnerships
- Listening to the feedback from the experiences of patients and caregivers
- Creating responsive programs for real-world challenges
For Our Communities
We collaborate with trusted community partners, local organizations, and community members to design health-focused programs, increase opportunities to care, and create spaces where wellness can grow. Our work includes:
- Food for Life Markets
- Community Wellness Centers
- Community Advisory Board
- Personalized Health Care Models
For Our Workforce
We support UH employees by offering learning opportunities, support for caregivers to provide feedback and Speak Up and pathways to contribute meaningfully to a strong, respectful workplace culture.
Programs include:
- Compassion-focused learning and skill-building professional development workshops
- Leadership roundtables and thought partnership initiatives
- Recruitment Efforts to ensure open positions are filled by qualified candidates
- Caregiver led resource groups that are available to all employees
For Future Generations
Through youth education and workforce development programs, we support the next generation of healthcare professionals by:
- Offering exposure to health careers through mentorship and events
- Providing guidance on college and career pathways
- Supporting hands-on learning opportunities and internships
- Youth Summit
- Health Scholars Summer Internship Program
- WorkUp healthcare career tools
Looking Ahead
We envision a healthcare system where compassion fuels innovation, barriers to care are removed, and every person feels seen, heard, and supported throughout their health journey.
By listening deeply and responding intentionally, the Office of Health Impact continues to evolve—guided by community insight, measurable progress, and a shared commitment to better health for all.
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