Maulik S. Joshi, DrPH

The Go for Bold initiative, which aims to help individuals in Washington County, Maryland, lose 1 million lb by 2030, serves as a successful, replicable model for community-wide health improvement.

The authors identify a 4-step plan to accelerate the spread of evidence-based practices.

Broad enthusiasm exists among hospitals for participation in Meaningful Use. However, many hospitals have a long road ahead to implement the advanced systems required for the program.