The Aspen Institute Courses

In Conversation with CDC Director Robert Redfield - Public Health Priorities and Challenges

Insights from CDC Director Robert Redfield on public health priorities, emerging health risks, and strategies for disease prevention and healthcare improvement in the United States.

• YouTube
• 47 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Our Children Are in Trouble - Addressing Youth Mental Health Challenges

Exploring the mental health crisis among youth, examining stressors, and discussing the alarming rise in anxiety, depression, and destructive behaviors in teens and young adults.

• YouTube
• 59 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Musical Genius and Mental Illness - Exploring the Connection

Explore the intriguing connection between musical genius and mental illness through captivating stories and live piano performances, delving into the lives of renowned composers and their masterpieces.

• YouTube
• 46 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Rebuilding Patient Trust in the Medical System

Explore strategies to restore faith in healthcare, addressing issues like shifting scientific knowledge and institutional suspicion to improve patient-provider relationships and treatment outcomes.

• YouTube
• 45 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Healthier Living through Innovation

Explore how technological innovations transform healthcare, from conception to widespread adoption, and the creative process behind groundbreaking medical advancements.

• YouTube
• 48 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Health from the Ground Up - Addressing Social Determinants of Health

Exploring social determinants of health, community partnerships, and innovative solutions to address health disparities beyond traditional medical care. Focuses on race, special populations, and non-medical factors.

• YouTube
• 49 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Measuring the Value of Health Care - Economics and Innovation

Economist Mariana Mazzucato discusses health care economics, value creation, and market failures, proposing solutions to improve innovation and equity in the healthcare system.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 2 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Reinventing the Pediatric Visit - Enhancing Early Childhood Development Through Healthcare

Explore innovative approaches to pediatric care that promote early brain development, strengthen parent-child bonds, and enhance overall child health through reimagined hospital and clinic environments.

• YouTube
• 52 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Deep Dive: Rebuilding the Patient Experience

Exploring innovations to enhance patient-centered care, focusing on quality, cost, design, accessibility, and responsiveness. Insights from global healthcare experts on improving patient experiences and outcomes.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 14 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Harnessing the Momentum of #MeToo

Explore strategies to combat sexual harassment, promote healthy relationships, and create safer workplaces in the wake of #MeToo. Learn about innovative approaches to reporting and accountability.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 18 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Aspen Ideas: Health 2019 - Opening and Welcome

Opening session of Aspen Ideas: Health featuring diverse speakers presenting innovative ideas and addressing urgent healthcare challenges. Explores cutting-edge medical and scientific advancements.

• YouTube
• 45 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

What Will It Take to Prevent Dementia? - Exploring Research and Interventions

Experts discuss dementia prevention, focusing on Alzheimer's research, potential treatments, and lifestyle interventions. They explore complex factors, challenges, and promising strategies in the fight against cognitive decline.

• YouTube
• 51 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Putting the United States on the Path to Universal Coverage: Lessons from Abroad

Explore international healthcare models and their potential application to the US, examining various approaches to universal coverage and their implications for the American healthcare system.

• YouTube
• 51 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

The Business Case for Health - A View from the C-Suite

Executives discuss aligning business goals with worker wellness, exploring how industries can integrate health outcomes into their core mission and metrics for mutual benefit.

• YouTube
• 50 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Is Immortality the Goal? Exploring Aging, Longevity, and Health Span

Explore aging research, potential therapies, and public health approaches to extend healthy lifespan. Experts discuss limits, innovations, and societal implications of longevity science.

• YouTube
• 50 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video