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Shifting Roles and Expectations in Health Care Policy  According to PEW Research Center, reducing health care costs is a top issue for the American public, second only to strengthening the economy.  At a recent policy discussion with some of the country’s most powerful health care trade association leaders we learned of their priorities in Washington…

How Do We Improve Access to Health Care? Lack of internet access has been deadly during the COVID-19 pandemic. According to a study published in JAMA Network Open in March 2022, the absence of broadband, dial-up, or cellular was one of the factors most consistently associated with high risk of death due to COVID-19.   The…

  Reducing Health Disparities is Not Just a Numbers Game  STAT News recently noted this year marks the 20th anniversary of “Unequal Treatment,” the first major U.S. report to conclude that health disparities stem, in part, from racial bias. Written by National Academies’ Institute of Medicine, “Unequal Treatment” explained that racial and ethnic minorities experience…

Continuing Education is a Priority for HCA Healthcare CEO COVID-19 has reshaped the world of work, especially for health care leaders. As reported by Mercer and other research institutions, a widespread workforce shortage in health care will increase in the next decade. As the population ages, demand for health services will only grow. But, what…

Nashville Won’t Forget: Developing a Post-COVID Roadmap for Disaster Response Former Nashville Mayor Bill Purcell joined the Nashville Health Care Council and NashvilleHealth to discuss “Strategies for Future Preparedness: Examining the Impact of COVID-19 on Nashville,” a NashvilleHealth study that will help cities and the health care community make evidence-based and equity-informed decisions before, during,…

Promoting Diversity, Equity and Inclusion in  Workplaces and the Community   Health care leaders have a lot on their minds these days: How do you reduce costs while increasing quality of care?  How do you satisfy the demands of discerning consumers?  How do you implement new technologies into existing workflows?  What can be done to alleviate clinician…

Navigating Health Care Operations: How to Adapt and Evolve in a Changed Environment The COVID-19 pandemic has left the health care industry reeling. From staffing issues to disruptive innovation, many health systems are struggling to survive. But, one organization has expertly weathered the storm over the past two years, thanks in large part to its leadership and market position. During a Nashville Health Care Council Brass Tacks event, Board Member Bruce…

  The COVID-19 pandemic greatly accelerated the adoption of digital health technologies, advancing the industry by years of progress in just a matter of months. The Nashville Health Care Council’s recent panel discussion, “A New Wave of Health Care Investment in Nashville,” explored the dramatic shifts occurring in the ecosystem and how top investors are tapping into the latest trends to shape the future of health care.     Guest speakers included Adam Boehler,…