A 1996 strategic planning effort – sanctioned by previous Director, Dr. Gary Friedman, and led by previous Associate Director of Epidemiology, Dr. Robert Hiatt – resulted in DOR endorsing the following Vision Statement.

The Division of Research aims to conduct, publish, and disseminate high-quality epidemiologic and health services research to improve the health and medical care of Kaiser Permanente members and the society at large. It seeks to understand the determinants of illness and well-being and to improve the quality and cost-effectiveness of health care. To accomplish these goals, the Division of Research is committed to providing a supportive research environment that fosters independent thinking, creativity, continued learning, and adherence to the highest scientific standards.
Taking this statement to heart, DOR researchers have contributed to over 1,200 papers published in medical and public health literature. These titles can be accessed using our on-line Reference Manager, or by contacting the DOR library at 510.891.3400.

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