William H McQuade

William H McQuade is an Assistant Professor of the Practice in the Department of Health Services, Policy and Practice at Brown University. With over 25 years of experience in health services research, he specializes in developing quantitative methods to assess healthcare quality for Medicaid populations, including children with special healthcare needs. His work focuses on timeliness and appropriateness of care in emergency settings and integrating claims data with eligibility records to inform policy.

Education:

• DSc, Boston College (2006)
• MPH, University of Massachusetts (1993)
• MA, Boston University (1977)
• BA, Emory University (1974)

Research Focus: Dr. McQuade's expertise includes Medicaid program evaluation, healthcare delivery optimization, and survey methodologies to assess patient knowledge of healthcare systems. His work bridges data analytics and public health policy to improve care access and quality for vulnerable populations.

Grants & Advising: While specific grants or advisees are not listed, his career spans extensive collaborative projects with academic and public health institutions. His teaching contributions reflect his practical experience in healthcare policy analysis.