As the largest primary care network in the nation, community health centers play a critical role in the US healthcare system. Every day, they’re tasked with providing affordable, comprehensive care to over 29 million people in a complex, resource-constrained environment—made even more challenging by the COVID-19 pandemic. Now, in a post-pandemic world, how can health centers address the needs of the moment while also looking to the future?
To answer this question, we asked health center leaders across the country to participate in our 2023 Health Center Survey. Spanning functional roles, community settings, organizational sizes, and geographies, 139 health center professionals offered us a glimpse into their current experiences. We’re eager to share the results and grateful to all who participated.