Better data exchange is key to improving patient health outcomes
Interoperability solutions can also help health care industry achieve Quadruple Aim
Enhancing the patient experience and outcomes through patient engagement tools
Communication is the key to ensuring health and wellness don’t get lost in transition.
More American men opting for vasectomy; Marijuana users have lead in urine; Over the counter Narcan available soon - Morning Medical Update
The top news stories in primary care today.
Optimized health care operations paramount to reducing the workforce shortage and improving patient care
To thrive in 2023 and beyond, organizations need to devise ways to continue delivering exceptional care without placing more stress on their workforce.
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Private equity investments in physician practices draw regulatory scrutiny
Even small deals are drawing greater government interest
Hospital patient satisfaction scores plummeted during pandemic
Study finds “unprecedented decline” in scores nationwide
Empowering patients and providers: the role of generative AI in bridging the gap
Computer-generated help will allow primary care physicians to make more, better connections with their patients.
Independent practice is the secret to surviving and thriving in primary care
Staying independent allows doctors to improve on what they do best by enabling them to be nimble and innovative while focusing on satisfaction of patients and staff.
Remote teams: Are they right for you and your practice?
Here’s what you need to know about incorporating a work-from-home model.
6 steps to improve your practice finances
As a physician, you have little control over managed care and governmental oversights, but you can improve your financial stability and profitability with careful planning and strategic decision-making.
How direct-to-employer contracting can benefit primary care physicians in private practice
When done correctly, doctors become the ‘quarterback’ leading a patient care team.
The negative outlook on REITs is overblown
Investors considering real estate investment trusts (REITs) these days might want to focus on the last part of the famous saying from Warren Buffett: be “greedy when others are fearful.”
Mental health wellness programs for clinicians are now more accessible
Stressful work environments, fatigue, burnout, and aging patient populations who require more care all add to the hardship of attracting and maintaining clinical staff.
How technology is speeding the shift to value-based care
Recent advances are enabling health care organizations to mitigate risk while providing high-quality, cost-efficient care
Reducing the risk of violence against health care workers: Effective solutions needed
Violence against health care workers has almost become a routine, if frightening, aspect of their jobs.
Seven-minute cancer treatment; Air pollution more dangerous than drugs or alcohol; Free antidepressants in Uruguay - Morning Medical Update
For a sustainable health care workforce, we need to listen more
Measuring engagement is key to meaningful change when workers are straining but loyal, and want to build a culture of excellence.
A physician’s guide to a mentally healthy workplace
With stressful conditions increasing and mental health decreasing, what is a primary care physician to do?
Trends of smoking in America – a slideshow
If your patients don’t use cigarettes, they may be vaping or using marijuana.
‘The time for incrementalism is over’ – National Academy of Medicine report urges major changes in U.S. health care
Americans spend huge amounts of money for ineffective care, declining life expectancy.
Addressing drivers of health: What are they?
Five key elements to help patients get healthy.
A promise fulfilled, for now
Primary care gets catch-up in latest AMGA compensation survey.
Biden administration unveils first prescription drugs subject to price negotiations
CBO estimates program could save nearly $100 billion over 10 years
Research recruitment in patient portal check-in; Omicron less likely to lead to long COVID; Pfizer plant could restart production in Q4 - Morning Medical Update
Majority of independent practice owners say the industry is threatened
Growth is still anticipated for many, despite challenges
