The Prize winner is selected annually from a distinguished list of nominees by an international selection committee made up of past Health Services Research Prize winners, distinguished academics, and internationally recognized researchers. The Prize, formerly accompanied by a $25,000 award, will now include a $50,000 award, in honor of Mr. Graham. The Prize recipient will be awarded $25,000, and the remaining $25,000 will be contributed to a not-for-profit institution that supports the Prize winner's work.

The Baxter International Foundation, the philanthropic arm of Baxter International Inc. (NYSE:BAX), helps organizations expand access to health care in the United States and around the world. The foundation, established in 1981, began to focus exclusively on increasing access to health care in 2002 particularly for the disadvantaged and underserved  in communities where Baxter employees live and work. Baxter International Inc., through its subsidiaries, assists health care professionals and their patients with the treatment of complex medical conditions, including cancer, hemophilia, immune disorders, kidney disease and trauma. The company applies its expertise in medical devices, pharmaceuticals and biotechnology to make a meaningful difference in patients' lives. For more information, please visit www.baxter.com.


The Association of University Programs in Health Administration is a not-for-profit association of the premier university-based educational programs throughout the world, faculty, practitioners, and provider organizations. Its members are dedicated to continuously improving the field of health management and practice. It is the only non-profit entity of its kind that works to improve the delivery of health services throughout the world - and thus the health of citizens - by educating professional managers.

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