Michael Thompson

Michael Thompson is an Assistant Professor at the University of Michigan with multidisciplinary appointments in the Department of Cardiac Surgery at the Medical School, and Departments of Health Management and Policy and Epidemiology at the School of Public Health. He serves as Co-Director of the Michigan Value Collaborative and Director of Analytic Strategy at the Center for Healthcare Outcomes and Policy.

• PhD in Epidemiology (Michigan State University, 2015)
• MPH in Public Health (University of Michigan, 2011)
• BS in Biomedical Sciences (Michigan State University, 2009)

Dr. Thompson's research focuses on health services evaluation, particularly examining:

• Provider performance measurement and quality improvement in cardiac surgery
• Telemedicine implementation and impact
• Cardiac rehabilitation programs and outcomes
• Health policy effects on Medicare populations
• Health disparities in cardiovascular care
• Payment system reforms and financial incentives

His work combines rigorous quantitative analysis with policy translation, leading AHRQ-funded projects on cardiac rehabilitation determinants and telehealth impact analysis. Recent publications demonstrate his leadership in evaluating:

• Value-based payment models in healthcare
• Statewide quality improvement collaboratives
• Device-related surgical outcomes
• Post-discharge care pathways
• Health equity interventions
• Telemedicine utilization trends

Scientific Honors:

• Young Investigator Research Grant, American Heart Association (2014)
• AHRQ/HCUP Outstanding Article of the Year Award (2017)

Dr. Thompson contributes to major professional organizations including the Institute for Healthcare Policy and Innovation, American Heart Association/American Stroke Association Council on Quality of Care, AcademyHealth, and The Society of Thoracic Surgeons. His research spans clinical and policy journals such as Circulation: Cardiovascular Quality and Outcomes, Health Affairs, and Critical Care Medicine.