The Fund supports networks of state health policy decision makers to help identify, inspire, and inform policy leaders.
A bipartisan group of state health policymakers from both the executive and legislative branches who are focused on improving population health.
Networks of state officials, advocates, and others aiming to invest in and transform primary care.
A program dedicated to advancing state-based efforts to make health care more affordable for residents, employers, and states.
The Milbank Memorial Fund supports two state leadership programs for legislative and executive branch state government officials committed to improving population health.
A leadership development program for early and mid-career state government officials who are committed to improving the health of all people in their communities.
A leadership program for senior state government officials who are committed to improving population health.
The Fund focuses on creating an affordable health care system built on strong primary care and partnerships that improve health outcomes for all.
Improving state leaders’ ability to enact and implement evidence-based health policies.
Advancing policies that create a more prevention- and primary care-oriented health system.
Improving population health through policies that contain health care cost growth.
Our state health policy resources offer relevant data analysis and best practices.
The Fund publishes reports, issues briefs, and case studies on state health policy issues.
Short takes on health policy issues from Milbank staff and guest authors.
Insights from Milbank President Debra Lubar on state health policymaking.
Reported articles and Q&As on timely health policy issues, as well as foundation updates.
Milbank Memorial Fund and Milbank Quarterly webinars featuring state health policymakers and researchers.
Updates and expert contact information for reporters.
The Milbank Memorial Fund is a private foundation that works to improve population health and health equity.
Deputy Chief Medical Officer, TennCare
Jona Bandyopadhyay, MD, MPH, known as “Dr. B,” serves as the Deputy Chief Medical Officer for TennCare, the state’s Medicaid agency. A board-certified OB/GYN, she completed her residency at the University of Florida and spent several years in private practice before earning a Master of Public Health from the Georgetown University Milken Institute School of Public Health.
Jona brings a strong clinical foundation and a deep commitment to public health to her role at TennCare, where she leads strategic initiatives and drives policy development. She is passionate about improving the experience of Medicaid enrollees and supporting the providers who care for them. Her recent work has focused on advancing the agency’s maternal health strategy and collaborating closely with the Division of Quality Oversight and the Behavioral Health Unit to support whole-person care.
She is also a proud mother of two daughters and serves on the board of the March of Dimes, continuing her advocacy for maternal and child health.