Author:
McKool Marissa,Han Sarah,Sandhu Jaspal,Marshall Cassondra,Guendelman Sylvia,Harley Kim
Abstract
Abstract
Purpose
This commentary proposes a new direction to train the MCH workforce by leveraging today’s rapidly changing innovation and technology to address persistent health inequities.
Description
We outline the creation of an MCH technology and innovation training pipeline developed by harnessing creative funding opportunities, diversifying training modalities, and expanding partnerships beyond traditional academic-practice partners, that be replicated and adapted by other academic programs.
Assessment
Technology and innovation will continue to be a growing intersection between health and equity, and we must create a robust pipeline of MCH leaders prepared to collaborate with entrepreneurial and innovation leaders.
Conclusion
Technology offers an important opportunity to improve MCH outcomes and reduce disparities, but only if we train the MCH workforce to seize these opportunities.
Funder
The Wallace Center in MCAH
Publisher
Springer Science and Business Media LLC
Subject
Public Health, Environmental and Occupational Health,Obstetrics and Gynecology,Pediatrics, Perinatology and Child Health,Epidemiology