Identifying the next generation of health policy leaders
Established in 1987, the Fellowship commemorates the contributions and personal commitment of David A. Winston who, for twenty years, played a significant role in shaping American health policy at both the state and federal levels. The program supports fellows in Washington, DC for a year-long experience learning about, and participating in, the health policy-making process and also provides scholarships for master’s level students in health policy.
Learning from inside the health policy-making process
Winston Fellows and Scholars learn about the political system through direct exposure to policy-makers in both the public and private sectors. The Fellowship provides a monthly stipend and related expenses for a twelve-month period from beginning in June. Scholars receive a $10,000 scholarship per academic year, and attend a one-day symposium in Washington, DC to learn from distinguished leaders in the field.
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Why We Do It
Health care and health policy continually confront new and complex challenges, from landmark initiatives like Hill-Burton and the “doc fix” to the origins of Medicare and Medicaid and the implementation of the Affordable Care Act. Since 1987, colleagues and friends of David Winston, along with successive generations of health policy practitioners, have dedicated themselves to identifying and bringing the nation’s emerging health policy leaders to Washington, D.C. Their goal is to invigorate and enhance the national discourse on health policy, fostering innovative solutions to improve healthcare for all.
Put yourself in the middle of the debate
The Fellowship brings new graduates of health policy and related programs to Washington, DC for a year-long experience interacting with the movers and shakers in national health policy through interviews and through placement in a relevant position. Scholars receive support while still in school and also travel to Washington for a day-long seminar hearing from expert practitioners in the field.
David Winston, a bridge between the public and private sectors in health policy
The Fellowship commemorates the contributions and personal qualities of David A. Winston who, for 20 years, played a significant role in shaping American health policy. David Winston served as a bridge between the public sector, which he knew well from long experience, and the private sector, in which he deeply believed. He moved comfortably and skillfully in either world. His advice and counsel were sought and accepted by leaders in both sectors and his knowledge and integrity earned him the respect and trust of the healthcare community.