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About QUERI

Transforming Veteran care by accelerating evidence into practice through strategic implementation.

Quality Enhancement Research Initiative

QUERI Methodology

QUERI applies a three-fold strategic methodology focused on implementation, evaluation, dissemination, and sustainment with the ultimate goal of optimizing VA services and care to help Veterans and their families stay healthy. QUERI has grown to support a national network of 200+ investigators who have completed more than 500 rigorous peer-reviewed initiatives addressing VA priorities.

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Strategic Plan

The 2021-2025 QUERI Strategic Plan provides a roadmap for implementation of QUERI’s priorities at the frontline level. The updated Strategic Plan builds on prior successes of the 2016-2020 QUERI Strategic Plan and incorporates feedback from 150+ health system leaders, research stakeholders, and providers to ensure alignment with VA and Veteran needs.

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QUERI Leadership Team

Melissa Braganza, MPH
QUERI Director

Kara Beck, PhD
QUERI Deputy Director/Scientific Review Officer

Stefanie Gidmark, MPH
QUERI Program Specialist

Contact Our Team

If you have any questions or are interested in learning more about our program and exploring partnership opportunities, please reach out to us at vacoqueri@va.gov. We look forward to connecting with you.