The Matheson Center for Health Care Studies advances multidisciplinary research on health care delivery, health economics, population health, and health policy. Our work uses quantitative, qualitative, geospatial, legal mapping, and economic methods to evaluate health systems, programs, and policies. By connecting researchers, practitioners, and decision-makers, the Center produces evidence that informs policy and improves population health in Utah and across the United States.
This project evaluates Illinois mental health and substance use statutes to identify
supportive provisions, discriminatory impacts, and explicit or implicit forms of structural
stigma. The analysis highlights areas where legal reform could improve equitable access
to care, housing, education, employment, and justice.
This project examines the social and economic impact of Huntsman Mental Health Institute
programs, including access to mental health services, substance use disorder stigma,
emergency department utilization, patient engagement, and the local economic impact
of federally funded research.