AllianceChicago CIO discusses technology-enabled approaches to health equity
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Contributed by: Sarah Richardson
Summary
AllianceChicago is a network of over 76 community health centers across 23 states, focusing on improving health equity through collaboration and health information technology (HIT). With a history spanning more than 25 years, the organization supports community-based research, innovative partnerships, and the development of tools like PRAPARE to address social determinants of health. Andrew Hamilton, RN, CIO, and deputy director, discusses how HIT supports equitable care, enhances public health surveillance through standardized EHR systems, and integrates social care needs data to foster a more inclusive healthcare system. The emphasis is on collaborative efforts, data interoperability, and addressing social needs at both individual and population levels to optimize health outcomes and equity.
