Dr. Wehby is a Professor, the John W. Colloton Chair, and Head of the Department of Health Management and Policy. He teaches health economics and health services research methods. His research examines social, economic, and policy impacts on health, especially among children. Dr. Wehby has an active externally funded research program and has received numerous NIH grants. He has published over 150 articles in academic peer-reviewed journals. He holds a secondary appointment in the Department of Economics. Dr. Wehby is also a research associate at the National Bureau of Economic Research.