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Dr. Whitney Perkins Witt Named a Top 100 Innovator and Entrepreneur by The Official Top 100 Magazine

The Health Equity Consulting (HEC) Group is proud to share that our founder, President and CEO, Dr. Whitney Perkins Witt, has been recognized by The Official Top 100 Magazine as one of the Top 100 Innovators and Entrepreneurs of the year! This prestigious award celebrates visionary leaders who drive meaningful change and transform their industries through innovative thinking and entrepreneurial excellence.



Dr. Witt’s career exemplifies the transformative power of innovation in healthcare and social impact. As the founder, President, and CEO of The Health Equity Consulting (HEC) Group, she is committed to advancing health equity, improving population health, and developing innovative solutions to tackle the most critical challenges in healthcare.

Through her leadership, the HEC Group has pioneered data-driven, culturally sensitive programs and groundbreaking strategies that empower organizations to tackle social determinants of health, Medicaid policy reform, and maternal mental health.

This recognition reflects Dr. Witt’s unwavering commitment to combining advanced data analytics, health innovation, and entrepreneurship to make a tangible difference in healthcare outcomes. Her ability to foster partnerships across sectors, launch transformative initiatives, and develop forward-thinking strategies has not only earned her this honor but also positioned the HEC Group as a trusted leader in advancing equitable health solutions.

We are truly honored to celebrate Dr. Witt’s achievements and look forward to continuing our mission to innovate population health and promote health equity. This award serves as both a reflection of her impactful career and a testament to the future of innovation that lies ahead.

HEC Group Announces New Publication on Gun Violence Prevention

The Health Equity Consulting (HEC) Group is proud to share a newly released publication, “How the APHA Maternal and Child Health Section Advanced the Public Health Approach to Gun Violence Prevention,” published in the Maternal and Child Health Journal. This important manuscript details the history and work of the American Public Health Association (APHA) Maternal and Child Health Section’s Gun Violence Prevention (GVP) Workgroup. The publication highlights efforts to elevate gun violence prevention as a public health priority within the MCH Section, APHA, and on a national level.

The HEC Group's President and CEO, Dr. Whitney Perkins Witt, served as a coauthor on this important work.

We extend our congratulations to all the coauthors on this meaningful achievement:

• Judith R. Katzburg

• Jennifer Bronson, PhD, MS

• Woodie Kessel, MD, MPH

• Linda Degutis

• Leslie Carson, MPH, MSW

• Stephanie Bonne

• Susan Robbins

• Mighty Fine, MPH, CHES

• Marie Crandall

• Nicholas Thompson, MPH, PMP

• Whitney Perkins Witt, PhD, MPH

Is the Rapid Push Into SDOH the Best Approach to Improving Health Outcomes?

Is the rapid shift toward SDOH the most effective way to improve health outcomes? Whitney Perkins Witt, PhD, MPH, the President and CEO of The Health Equity Consulting (HEC) Group, gives her insights to the Financial Times' Health Payer Specialist, discussing the expanding role of U.S. health insurance companies in addressing SDOH.

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@Health Payer Specialist

Path to Prioritizing SDoH in Whole Person Chronic Care: Q&A series featuring Whitney Perkins Witt, PhD, MPH

Is the future of healthcare innovation in addressing social determinants of health (#SDoH) highly promising? Whitney Perkins Witt, PhD, MPH, the President and CEO of The Health Equity Consulting (HEC) Group, explores this critical issue, providing key insights into how her work is advancing health equity and transforming population health through innovative strategies Dr. Witt underscores the significance of culturally appropriate care, emphasizing that by addressing SDoH, healthcare systems can improve communication, foster compassionate care, and create tailored solutions that genuinely meet patients' needs.