Many good outcomes happen in healthcare. In this post, I want to share an example that shows when the system works, it works well. I had such a case a few years ago where I was asked to work with a man who hurt his back while working as a pipefitter in Jacksonville,...
Hope for the Best and Be Prepared For The Worst is a quote by Maya Angelou that we must remember when entering the healthcare system. Recently, I met a woman who had an elective knee replacement. The Orthopedic Surgeon is part of a bundled payment program, which means...
Sunday, January 9th, was the last day of National Football League (NFL) 2021 Season. As soon as the last game ended, several teams announced they were firing their coaches. There were many reasons, most centered around poor seasons. It was interesting to read some of...
If we want a healthcare system that works, it is important that each person who enters the healthcare system be an active member of their team. In this post, I highlight five key members of the healthcare team in place to help people navigate through the complex...
Recently I attended the 19th Population Health Colloquium in Philadelphia PA. The conference is an annual event and brings together leaders from the Population Health world to learn, network and share ideas on issues impacting the health of the population. The format...