Being SMART About Making Positive, Sustainable Changes
Being SMART About Making Positive, Sustainable Changes It’s hard to believe that another year is almost done! Like many of us, as we approach the new year, you may be considering some resolutions to set. But were you aware that nearly 80% of New Year’s resolutions fail? And by February, no less. We’ve all been […]
The Gut’s Natural Defense Against Viruses
The Gut’s Natural Defense Against Viruses I listened to a podcast featuring the author of the new book by Robynne Chutkan, MD: “The Anti-Viral Gut: Tackling Pathogens from the Inside Out”. She is an integrative gastroenterologist who founded the Digestive Center for Wellness which focuses on education around the importance of gut health. Her new […]
American Hospital Association Urges DEA to Issue Special Registration for Telemedicine Controlled Substances
The American Hospital Association (AHA), on behalf of its nearly 5,000 member hospitals and health systems, sent a letter urging the Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA) to take immediate action to allow telemedicine prescribing of controlled substances before the Public Health Emergency (PHE) waivers expire. The letter exhorts the DEA to publish the proposed rule for a special telemedicine registration, something the DEA has said it would do since 2009 (yes, 13 years ago; not a typo).
Configuring Virtual Care to Boost Pediatric Healthcare Quality, Access
Virtual care can be a boon for pediatric patients and providers alike, but the key to a successful program lies in selecting and implementing the right technology.
How Not to Say “Honey – I Shrunk My Brain”
How Not to Say “Honey – I Shrunk My Brain” “There are three signs of old age: Loss of memory… I forget the other two.” – Red Skelton Are you experiencing forgetfulness, processing lapses or recollection issues? Not as sharp and quick as you used to be? Oh… those senior moments. Is it a part […]
At Children’s Mercy, telemedicine boosts access to highly sought-after subspecialists
At Children’s Mercy, telemedicine boosts access to highly sought-after subspecialists by Bill Siwicki Children’s Mercy Kansas City is a pediatric health system with the highest-level designations in neonatal and pediatric intensive care, trauma and emergency services, fetal health and transport services. THE PROBLEM Children’s Mercy supports the children of Kansas and Missouri, with the next […]