David J. Park, DO’s Post

PCORI approved $207 million to fund new patient-centered #CER studies, including research on #MaternalHealth, adolescent #MentalHealth, #Delirium in older adults, #CardiovascularDisease and more. Read more: https://pcori.me/3N1b0M0 These studies aim to fill evidence gaps and enhance healthcare decision making for patients and their families. PCORI also approved more than $10 million to fund implementation projects designed to assess and expand ways to promote the uptake of PCORI-funded patient-centered #CER findings in clinical settings, and nearly $3 million for studies that will strengthen the evidence base on engaging patients and other health care decision makers in designing and conducting patient-centered #CER. Read more: https://pcori.me/3N1b0M0

Just attended my first Patient Participation Group (PPG) meeting for my local surgeries - Allendale and Haydon Bridge. It’s been great discussing how we can work in collaboration to improve the patient and practice staff experiences, improve communications and improve access for patients. We all know that the #nhs - including #primarycare has many challenges, so it feels like a positive move to volunteer my time to support my local community and our highly valued primary care teams. It was great to meet the other PPG members from the patient population and the Practice, and to share and discuss the challenges the various stakeholders face as well as the numerous opportunities that are available to implement too. It’s definitely not all doom and gloom in Primary Care land, but we as patients do need to play our part too - including recognising and understanding the changes. And, with delivering on #nhsengland Quality Improvement programmes such as the General Practice Improvement Programme (GPIP), I’m hoping that I can put my primary care and quality improvement experience to good use! Looks like there will be a few actions to take forward, but I’m looking forward to engaging with my local community, to gather their insights, experiences and perspectives, and to help communicate the changes within primary care - in particular the resultant changes at our Practice. #volunteering #ppg #qualityimprovement #generalpractice

It's not just about "more data" or merely transmitting data. The real power of AI, when thoughtfully applied, is making "big data" feel like small data—turning vast, complex datasets encompassing clinical, health-related social needs, and more into clear, meaningful patterns that enhance understanding of an individual’s context for those who navigate and care for them. Siftwell is proud to support our plan partners in this transformative work, playing a vital role in making these advancements a reality. 🚀 #communityhealth #managedcare #outcomes #memberhealth #hrsn #healthcare #healthtech

Recently, I had an interesting conversation with a Pharmacist who had moved to Canada from India. This person had not only cracked through PEBC and got registration in BC but was also a Lawyer. Impressive, right? During our conversation, this person expressed their desire to create whole new advocacy body for the pharmacy profession. They were concerned about certain health professionals monopolizing the industry and pushing back on the expansion of the scope of practice of pharmacists. However, when we suggested including Pharmacy Technicians in the advocacy body, this person wasn't interested and only focused on their own perspective. This situation raises important questions about inclusivity and diversity within advocacy efforts. It's crucial to consider the perspectives and needs of all members of a profession, not just a select few. What are your thoughts on this situation? How can we ensure that all voices are heard and represented in advocacy efforts? Let's have a constructive discussion in the comments below. #CAPT #PTSBC

Germany, Switzerland and Japan and other Democratic capitalistic nations ensure access for all their citizens to quality affordable private insured and private fee for service manufactured medical care at a fraction of the cost of America’s insurance centric healthcare mess with better outcomes and costs than in America. They achieve this simply by making health insurers neutralized utilities instead of luxuries. It’s called the Bismarck HC model and it works. Read about it here; Health Care Systems - Four Basic Models  https://lnkd.in/evX8nur

Our #knowledgepartner, Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation, has provided invaluable insights after actively participating in the #BetaThalassemiaCapacityBuildingProgram for the past 1.5 years. Their observations highlight increased #engagement among pediatricians compared to medical officers, suggesting the extension of the program to include senior daycare centers for enhanced #impact. The necessity of a systematic approach to connect healthcare professionals, particularly those indirectly involved in thalassemia management, was underscored. Additionally, the importance of #comprehensive #care #centers with multidisciplinary support and advocacy for widespread testing and prevention campaigns was emphasized. #thalassemia #capacitybuilding #healthcareinnovation #bmc #collaborativeefforts

#Olderadults with a combination of physical, mental health and social care needs (or #complexneeds) have an increased risk of high health service utilisation. This burdens patients and strains the healthcare system. In this GERI-funded project, the study team examined how a pilot programme for older adults in Singapore that integrates primary care and home care management (integrated #patientcentred medical home (PCMH)) reduced healthcare use. This pilot was part of the Tsao Foundation’s Community for #SuccessfulAgeing (#ComSA) initiative. Compared to controls, participants enrolled in the integrated PCMH for over a year had fewer visits to the A&E, polyclinics and specialist outpatient clinics. This demonstrates the potential benefits of the integrated PCMH care model for older adults with complex needs. Read the full findings published in IJERPH MDPI: https://lnkd.in/ePDazumc #healthyageing #personcentredcare #integratedcare #comprehensivecare #coordinatedcare #healthcareutilisation #communitycare #primarycare #homecare 

Becoming a Patient Advocate is absolutely the best career decision I have made in my entire life, because of the sheer impact that Patient Advocates around the world are having on the health outcomes of their family, friends and patient/clients. I am honored to be a part of such a powerful movement, and committed to spreading awareness and community education on the benefits of working with a Patient Advocate. 99% of patients and caregivers would engage an Advocate again and recommend working with an Advocate to their family and friends, highlighting the trust and satisfaction in Advocate services. The data presented here is derived from a detailed survey conducted by the Coalition of Health Care Advocacy Organizations (CHCAO) between late 2022 and early 2023. This study, involving over 500 healthcare professionals, Advocates, patients, and caregivers, was conducted without any honoraria for participation, ensuring unbiased insights. It sheds light on the essential role of Patient and Health Care Advocacy in health care. Discover more in CHCAO's Special Report at https://lnkd.in/ePXYVHqq #patientadvocacy #patientsafety #patientcare #patientengagement #patientsafety #patientoutcomes #caregivers #caregiversupport

Within more deprived areas of the UK, where people have the larger proportion of health needs, General Practice is being increasingly harder to access, due to inequalities in PCN funding and a lack of clinical staff. As the report highlights, "When adjusted for the higher needs of local patients, PCNs in the 20% most deprived areas of England employ six fewer full-time equivalent staff per 100,000 patients than those in the 20% least deprived areas." "PCNs cannot be separated from their constituent practices and recommended that policymakers must take steps to address the longstanding inverse care law in core general practice funding and staffing" Menlo Park Recruitment #menloparkprimarycare #nhs #alliedhealthjobs #nursejobs #generalpractice

🚩🇨🇦Uniting for Change: The Power of Physiotherapy Advocacy🚩🇨🇦 In the ever-evolving landscape of healthcare, advocacy is not just important—it is essential for ensuring a vibrant and sustainable profession. As physiotherapists, we play a critical role in the health and well-being of our communities, but our value isn’t always fully recognized by those we negotiate with. There’s a saying, “You don’t get what you deserve, you get what you ask for.” 🤔 This couldn’t be more relevant for regulated healthcare professionals. Being nice and expecting reciprocal niceness isn’t enough. Often, those across the negotiation table may not see the bigger picture of our importance to society and the sustainability of the healthcare system. This reality underscores the necessity for robust advocacy. We must articulate our needs, demonstrate our value, and ensure that our voices are heard. It’s only through persistent and strategic advocacy that we can secure the recognition and support necessary to continue providing exceptional care. Let’s come together to support the advocacy efforts that safeguard our profession’s future and, by extension, the health of the communities we serve. #Physiotherapy #HealthcareAdvocacy #SustainableHealthcare #ProfessionalAdvocacy #Healthcare #Physiotherapy #PatientCare #HealthcareReform #DiagnosticImaging #2009Bill179