Factors like race, income, education, and ZIP code are overwhelmingly accurate predictors of a person's health outcomes and access to health care, and that's not how a good health care system works. We believe all Coloradans should have the opportunity to live a healthy life.
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We create opportunities and eliminate barriers to health equity for Coloradans.
Center for Health Progress, formerly known as the Colorado Coalition for the Medically Underserved, was founded in 1997 by the Colorado Medical Society. In 2017, we changed our name to better reflect our mission and commitment to action and collaboration; however, our core values remain the same. Since our founding, Center for Health Progress has been a home for those who are passionate about and dedicated to creating justice and equity in our health care system.
For all that have been a part of our work and share our vision for a healthier state, thank you-we invite you to continue the journey with us until we reach our shared vision of a healthier, more equitable Colorado.
"It was so beneficial for Center for Health Progress to directly connect us to the state legislators who represent our constituents at the State Capitol. Having direct access...enabled us to have productive and informative in-person brainstorming discussions." - Norma Portnoy, Executive Director, Kids First Health Care
"Differences of opinion [within the EMS/Fire stakeholder community] have prevented a framework from being established. Center for Health Progress became actively involved, and through their efforts, they were able to obtain a level of agreement on how to move forward." - Norris Croom, Deputy Chief of Operations, Castle Rock Fire and Rescue Department
"The Mile High Health Alliance was born out of dreams to improve the health of all who live in Denver. The conversations among the group were deep and meaningful. Staff from Center for Health Progress were expert in facilitating the group to move toward the creation of the alliance." Dr. Carl Clark, President and CEO, Mental Health Center of Denver
