ABOUT CTEL

Better policy.
Stronger systems.
Better care.

CTeL is a 30 year nonpartisan, nonprofit research institute advancing digital health policy through academic research.

Our Mission in Action

OUR MISSION

To advance telehealth, remote monitoring, artificial intelligence, and emerging technologies through strong policy intelligence, research, and collaboration.

WHAT GUIDES US

NONPARTISAN

We provide objective policy intelligence to inform decisions.

COLLABORATIVE

We bring together leaders across sectors to solve tough challenges.

RESEARCH-DRIVEN

We deliver timely, independent research that shapes policy forward.

IMPACT-FOCUSED

We turn insights into action for better care and stronger systems.

Our People

CTeL is powered by a dedicated staff and guided by a distinguished Board of Directors, Advisory Board, and Legal Resource Team drawn from across healthcare, technology, policy, and law.

Our team brings together experience in policy research, government affairs, and organizational leadership. Working with our boards and legal advisors, we connect independent research with the practical questions facing digital health providers and policymakers.

CTeL speakers at a congressional staff briefing in September 2025.
CTeL congressional staff briefing · September 2025
Christa Natoli

Christa Natoli

Executive Director

Leads CTeL’s strategic mission and policy research.

Nik Abler

Nik Abler

Chief of Staff

Supports strategic initiatives, policy research, and stakeholder engagement.

Greg Billings

Greg Billings

Chief Financial Officer

Oversees financial management and organizational strategy.

Ava Michaux

Ava Michaux

Fellow

Studies Medicaid reimbursement, coverage policy, and state licensure.

Board of Directors

Leaders across healthcare and digital health provide strategic guidance and governance to steer CTeL’s mission.

Advisory Board

Experts in government, healthcare, technology, and law help us anticipate challenges and respond to emerging policy needs.

Legal Resource Team

Experienced telehealth attorneys support members with guidance on licensure, prescribing, privacy, and healthcare regulation.

WE TURN POLICY
INTELLIGENCE INTO
REAL-WORLD IMPACT.

50+
State Telehealth Policy Surveys
100+
Federal Agency & White House Engagements
20+
Congressional Briefings & Hill Days
75+
Peer-Reviewed Research Publications