Research team and contributors
ACS HPRI research is shaped by health services researchers, clinicians, data specialists, and policy experts. This page explains the roles behind the work and provides a clear path to verified contributor profiles.
A multidisciplinary approach to surgical policy research
Questions about surgical access do not belong to one discipline. Workforce counts need geographic context; maps need clear data definitions; clinical questions need methodological rigor; and policy reporting needs careful language about what evidence does and does not establish.
Health services research
Frames answerable questions about access, utilization, outcomes, cost, workforce, and the organization of care.
Clinical perspective
Helps connect population-level findings with the realities of surgical services, patient safety, and care delivery.
Data and geographic analysis
Supports transparent use of workforce records, population measures, state and regional comparisons, and map-based communication.
Policy interpretation
Separates findings from assumptions and presents limitations, historical context, and practical implications for decision-makers.
Published research contributors
The profiles below identify contributors published on this site. A profile link confirms identity and expertise; it does not by itself claim authorship or medical review of every ACS HPRI page.
Albert W. Wu, MD, MPH
Health services research, patient safety, outcomes, and quality improvement.
Bimal H. Ashar, MD, MBA
Clinical medicine, evidence communication, and health care decision-making.
Jodi Segal, MD, MPH
Comparative effectiveness, evidence synthesis, safety, and health services research.
Lisa A. Cooper, MD, MPH
Health equity, patient-centered care, outcomes, and disparities research.
What contributor identification means
ACS HPRI distinguishes a person’s professional profile from a claim that the person authored or reviewed a particular publication. Page-level credit should appear only when it is supported by the publication record or a documented review process.
Names, credentials, roles, dates, and institutional affiliations should be traceable to a profile or source. Historical roles are labeled as historical rather than silently presented as current.
Frequently asked questions
Who contributes to ACS HPRI research?
Work may involve health services researchers, clinicians, policy specialists, and data or geographic analysts. The mix depends on the question, dataset, and publication. The contributor directory provides verified profiles for people currently represented on this website.
Does a directory profile mean someone reviewed every page?
No. A directory profile confirms identity and relevant expertise. Authorship, editorial credit, or formal review should be stated only on the specific page or publication where that role is documented.
How can I ask about a research collaboration?
Use the Contact page and include the research topic, intended use, relevant data years, and the ACS HPRI resource you are referencing. This helps route a question more clearly.
Looking for a specific expert?
Browse the verified contributor directory or contact ACS HPRI with the subject of your research question.