ALS Must Not Defeat Us: A Message of Hope
ALS is a disease that makes the nerve cells stop working and die. The nerves lose the ability to trigger specific muscles, which causes the muscles to become weak and leads to paralysis. Unfortunately, about 80 percent of people who get ALS die within two to five years of diagnosis. After Mr. Alderman’s diagnosis, he […]
What You Need To Know About The Biggest Disruptors In Health Care
In recent years, there have been several significant disruptors in the healthcare industry that have completely transformed the way healthcare is delivered. From telemedicine to artificial intelligence, these technologies are transforming healthcare as we know it. In this article, we will explore the biggest disruptors in healthcare and what you need to know about them. […]
Avoid Body Drought — How to Prevent Dehydration
It’s in every living cell, tissue and organ, and it’s second only to oxygen as the thing we need most to survive—pure, clean water. We can’t live without it, and we can’t live well without enough of it. We are constantly in need of water as we lose water with every breath and every activity […]
5 Reasons Health Plans Are Investing In The Digital Front Door
The healthcare industry is evolving rapidly with the advent of new technologies that are aimed at improving patient outcomes, reducing healthcare costs, and enhancing the patient experience. One of the latest trends in the healthcare industry is the adoption of a digital front door, which is essentially a virtual gateway that enables patients to access […]
Health Care Data Blog Series: 3 Ways To Get More Out Of Health Care Data
Health care data is a valuable resource that can provide insights into patient care, outcomes, and costs. However, the vast amount of data that is generated in the health care industry can be overwhelming, and it can be difficult to extract meaningful insights from it. In this blog series, we will explore three ways to […]
On Campus Physician Services
On-campus physician services refer to medical services provided on college and university campuses. These services are important for promoting the health and well-being of students, faculty, and staff, as well as for addressing the unique health needs of the campus community. On-campus physician services can take a variety of forms, including primary care clinics, mental […]
Mobile Health Clinics: Improving Access To Care For The Underserved
Access to healthcare is essential for maintaining good health and preventing chronic diseases. Unfortunately, many people in underserved communities lack access to healthcare due to factors such as poverty, lack of transportation, and a shortage of healthcare providers. To address this issue, mobile health clinics have emerged as a solution for improving access to care […]
Why Are Your Physicians Leaving? Here Are The 3 Key Reasons
The healthcare industry is facing a serious challenge of retaining physicians, with many physicians leaving their practice at an alarming rate. This trend has been observed in various parts of the world, and the reasons behind it are complex and multifactorial. However, after extensive research and analysis, three key reasons have emerged as the primary […]
Incorporating Total Medical Expense Into Physician Compensation Models
Incorporating total medical expense (TME) into physician compensation models is becoming an increasingly popular approach in healthcare organizations. This method seeks to incentivize physicians to focus on providing high-quality, efficient care that reduces overall medical expenses. Traditionally, physician compensation has been based on fee-for-service models, which incentivize physicians to provide more services and generate more […]
Transforming Health Research on the High Plains
Ned Norman is a rancher. Maret Felzien is an English professor. And conventional wisdom says neither is likely to help healthcare research become more meaningful to patients and caregivers. But Norman and Felzien, and their rural community in eastern Colorado, are doing just that through the High Plains Research Network (HPRN), a partnership of rural hospitals, clinics […]