CVN Institute for Quality

Cohen Veterans Network Institute for Quality (CVN-IQ) uses research, innovation, and collaboration to advance the field of mental health. Launched in 2022, CVN-IQ is focused on four areas of interest: highlighting the mental health needs of post-9/11 veterans and families; improving mental health outcomes; optimizing mental health care delivery; and promoting diversity, equity and inclusion.

Discover CVN-IQ’s diverse projects and initiatives focused on improving treatment outcomes for veterans, service members and their families while enhancing their quality of life.

New Research

In September 2024, CVN-IQ unveiled new research on client experiences in suicide-focused mental health care, identifying key risk predictors among veterans and service members. Supported by a grant from Face the Fight, this research offers significant insights to enhance clinical practices and training in suicide prevention. 

New Insights into Suicide Prevention for Veterans and Military Members

Overview of new research to enhance suicide prevention efforts in our veteran and military communities.

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Client Perspectives on Suicide Risk Management

Qualitative interviews conducted to examine client perspectives on suicide risk management processes across CVN. 

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Predictors of Elevated Suicide Risk

Study analyzed electronic health record data to identify predictors of clinically elevated suicide risk among veterans and active duty clients. 

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Social Drivers of Health

Comprehensive analysis of the unique social-environmental challenges faced by minoritized clients across Cohen Clinics. 

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Projects

Discover CVN-IQ’s diverse projects and initiatives focused on improving treatment outcomes for veterans, service members and their families while enhancing their quality of life.

Description of evaluating suicide risk stratification

Visual Abstract: Evaluating Suicide Risk Stratification in Outpatient Settings

Study provides new insights into how clinicians assess and manage military/veteran suicide risk.

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CVN Suicide Risk Stratification Training Package for Clinicians

Training designed to help mental health providers enhance their clinical skills around understanding and managing suicide risk.

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benchmarks

Establishing Benchmarks for Outpatient Mental Health Care

White paper providing recommendations on how to best advance the use of benchmarks and MBC throughout the field of mental health.

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national leadership summit

National Leadership Summit on Outpatient Mental Health Benchmarks

CVN-IQ convened leading mental health experts to improve access, transparency, efficacy, and equity across mental health care.

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Publications

Explore CVN-IQ’s peer-reviewed research, which is helping to advance the field of mental health.

Comparison of Telehealth and In-Person Mental Health Care in Military Veterans and Active-Duty Service Members

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Evaluating Suicide Risk Stratification in Outpatient Settings: A Vignette-Based Approach

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Treatment Outcomes After Screening Positive For Suicidal Ideation In United States Military Veterans

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Implications On Professional Practice And Provider Support

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“Collaboration is at the heart of CVN-IQ as we partner across disciplines to solve problems and generate new ideas and methods to improve treatment outcomes for veterans, service members and their families. The opportunities for CVN-IQ are limitless.”

CVN-IQ Director, Dr. David Linkh

Research Opportunities

We invite you to be an integral part of our mission to advance mental health care for veterans, service members, and their families. By signing up to participate in our diverse range of research projects, you can contribute to groundbreaking studies and innovations that shape the future of mental health treatment. Join us today and make a meaningful impact through research.

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