The committee included two types of recommendations. Some recommendations relate directly to conditions of approval for the merged health system, while others are for the broader IAHS, including Brown University. The committee does not prescribe specific implementation approaches for each recommendation. However, where appropriate, we have provided additional detail on how the recommendation could be effected. Additionally, in some instances, the committee has pointed to specific examples of potential models in other communities. Recommendations with an * appear in multiple priorities.
Priorities and Recommendations The committee identified eight priority areas. Recommendations for each of these priorities are included below. These priority areas are:
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Equity
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Oversight
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Access
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Cost
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Quality
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Workforce
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Community Responsibility
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