Public Health Consulting Services
Delivering Data-Driven Public Health Strategy for Modern Community Needs
Ascendant Healthcare Partners delivers a complete suite of public health consulting services trusted by health departments nationwide. Every service integrates national standards, federal expectations, and practical tools designed for the realities of today’s environment — limited staff, increased accountability, tighter timelines, and the need for clear fiscal narratives.
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Our work strengthens local capacity, supports compliance, and provides leaders with the insights they need to advocate confidently with county, city, and state partners.
Community Health Needs Assessment (CHNA Express™)
A fully PHAB-aligned assessment delivered in 45 days.
Our accelerated CHNA Express™ model helps departments meet urgent timelines while still achieving depth, rigor, and completeness. The report includes detailed population health indicators, community insights, and system-level analysis tailored to local priorities.
Ideal for counties preparing for planning cycles, audits, or new budget requests.
Community Health Improvement Plan (CHIP)
Strategic, measurable, and implementation-ready.
We facilitate the development of a streamlined, outcomes-focused CHIP that aligns with modern expectations for accountability and measurable community well-being. Each plan includes indicators, performance measures, and implementation alignment to help teams stay focused and effective.
Supports both small rural teams and multi-county systems.
Strategic Planning
Future-focused strategy for high-pressure environments.
Our strategic plans are built for the modern realities of public health — workforce shortages, regulatory shifts, operational strain, and rising community expectations. We help leaders define priorities, communicate value, and gain commissioner support for forward-looking action.
Designed to build confidence, clarity, and organizational alignment.
Cost to the Community™ Analysis
A 10-day financial impact report for immediate decision-making.
Our signature Cost to the Community™ Analysis quantifies the annual financial burden your county carries from preventable health and social conditions. The report provides a clear fiscal narrative that strengthens budget requests, supports leadership communication, and demonstrates value to elected officials.
Trusted by administrators preparing for upcoming sessions and funding cycles.
Leadership Under Pressure™
A modern capacity-building program for today’s public health leaders.
Leaders are navigating unprecedented operational, political, and community-level pressure. Leadership Under Pressure™ provides tools, strategic frameworks, and communication strategies designed specifically for local health administrators.
Offered as a half-day workshop for January (limited availability).
Achieve Your Public Health Goals with Ascendant Healthcare Partners
Ascendant Healthcare Partners is a national public health consulting firm supporting local, regional, and state health departments across the United States. We deliver practical, high-value solutions that help leaders strengthen operations, build influence, and advance measurable community well-being.