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September marks the beginning of fall, bringing a shift from the lively days of summer to a more structured school year, the holiday rush, and the onset of colder weather. Such changes can impact people in various ways, particularly their mental health. It is crucial for our communities and healthcare providers to continue raising awareness, […]

As the nation’s population ages, the need for accessible healthcare becomes more pressing. According to the United States Census, by 2030, all baby boomers will be over 65. By 2060, nearly one in four Americans is expected to be an older adult. This demographic shift will further strain an already overwhelmed healthcare system. Concurrently, there

I was blessed to travel to Paris last week to watch the Olympic pole vaulting. My wife and I work for great companies that allow us to take stress-free, unplugged time off. Without our flexible work and my parents (who watched the small dinosaur that is my son), this trip of a lifetime would not

In recent years, virtual care programs have changed the way patients access medical care, ultimately becoming a key part of our healthcare journey. While virtual care has been around for a number of years, COVID-19 certainly accelerated the adoption–in fact, a study from the NIH reported a 766% increase in just the first three months.

A couple of weeks ago, I had the opportunity to attend the AHA Summit in beautiful San Diego, the location of my very first work trip – ten years ago for an AHIMA conference! The city is just as beautiful as I remember. As a marketer, I appreciate conferences that take advantage of the special

With the changes in the healthcare landscape,  the roles of caregivers and patients are also transforming. Today, patients are no longer passive recipients of healthcare; they are informed consumers who actively participate in their care decisions. This shift, known as patient consumerism, is reshaping the way caregivers approach their responsibilities. Understanding Patient Consumerism Patient consumerism

I’m heading home after a few days in San Diego at the AHA Leadership Summit, or at least I’m trying to. Like many others, my journey began with flight delays and cancellations related to Microsoft, CrowdStrike, and blue screens of death.  On my return, almost a week after the initial IT outage, my airline still

Some have argued that the story of the global economy in the decade from 2010 – 2020 can be distilled down to the rise of consumerism. And while the broader economic trend towards curating products, services, and solutions to the specific needs and interests of consumers has been in the works for more than a