The health economics extension program examines how public policies and health systems shape access to care, health care utilization, and health outcomes, with a focus on rural communities, maternal and child health, behavioral health, and individuals facing economic and health-related barriers.
Policy Engagement in Washington State
Washington State Institute for Public Policy (WSIPP)
Bidisha Mandal serves on the Board of Directors of the Washington State Institute for Public Policy (WSIPP), a nonpartisan research organization that conducts applied policy research for the Washington State Legislature. In this role, she helps provide oversight and guidance on research related to health, social policy, education, and economic well-being.
Washington Universal Health Care Commission (UHCC)
Bidisha Mandal serves on Washington State’s Universal Health Care Commission, which was established to evaluate pathways toward equitable and accessible health care coverage for Washington residents. The Commission examines issues related to health care access, affordability, financing, and delivery systems across the state.