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IEC Receives Prestigious AMWA Presidential Award for Improving Clinical Practice

We are excited to share that the Institute for Exceptional Care (IEC) has been named the 2025 recipient of the American Medical Women’s Association (AMWA) Presidential Award for Improving Clinical Practice. This prestigious award recognizes IEC’s work to make healthcare better, safer, and more accessible for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities. “IEC’s transformative work […]

Welcome Nell Buhlman to the IEC Board

We are thrilled to welcome Nell Buhlman to our Board of Directors. Nell is a senior healthcare executive with 35 years of experience in data analytics and performance improvement. Her expertise and dedication to transforming care through innovative data strategies will be invaluable as we work toward creating a healthcare system that better serves people […]

Meet Shawn: Voice for Change in Dental Care for People with Disabilities

Shawn Richards is a proud Special Olympics athlete, coach, swim instructor, and announcer. He’s spent years volunteering and traveling the region, representing his home state of New Jersey at Special Olympics events. In January, he captained a Polar Plunge team that raised $4,000 for charity. His dedication to making a difference extends beyond sports — […]

Supporting the Health and Wellness of People with IDD: Key Insights from New Research

How can we better support the health and wellness of people with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD)? Our latest study explores this question, gathering insights from individuals with IDD, their caregivers, and clinicians. The findings highlight the importance of autonomy, accessibility, healthy relationships, and the need for tailored clinical care and inclusive research methods. Key […]

Coding, Coverage, and Payment to Improve Inclusive Health

This report reflects insights from a detailed coding analysis, literature review, and interviews with 22 experts on the elements needed to develop and implement Inclusive Health-driven care models and overcome barriers impacting care for individuals with IDD.