Q3 Health Innovation Partners

HAP helps Pennsylvania hospitals improve quality and safety of patient care through a joint venture with New Jersey and Ohio.

Q3HIP Logo Q3HIP is comprised of the New Jersey Hospital Association, the Ohio Hospital Association and The Hospital and Healthsystem Association of Pennsylvania.

Building on the quality improvement track records of each of the three associations, Q3HIP’s vision is to collaborate in innovative research, quality improvement and population health strategies to advance the health and well-being of 33 million people, including nearly 6 million Medicare beneficiaries, living in New Jersey, Ohio and Pennsylvania.

HAP Contacts

For additional information regarding these patient safety initiatives, please contact Robert Shipp, III, PhD, BSN, RN, NEA-BC, vice president, population health and clinical affairs. Media inquiries should be directed to Kim Yakowski, manager, media relations.

HAP News

July 31, 2025

New Data Shows MMR Vaccinations on the Decline

With reported cases of measles in the U.S. the highest in 30 years, a new study finds that fewer children are receiving their measles, mumps, rubella (MMR) vaccines.

July 30, 2025

Study: Children’s Health Declining in U.S.

In a new study by Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia, researchers found that the health of American children was declining across several key indicators, including increased chronic illnesses, higher rates of physical and mental health conditions and related symptoms.

July 29, 2025

Proposed 340B Rebate Changes Put Already-Strapped Hospitals at Risk

Changes to the 340B payment model would reduce access to care and jeopardize hospitals’ financial well-being if imposed, according to a new survey.