As an entrepreneur and business leader with more than 15 years of industry experience, I have identified several key traits that distinguish successful leaders from their peers. While there are many critical attributes needed to become an industry leader, I have found that flexibility and adaptability are among the most important qualities that revolutionary leaders [...]
Value-based care is an innovative approach to healthcare that emphasizes delivering better patient outcomes while also lowering healthcare costs. In contrast to the traditional fee-for-service model, which compensates healthcare providers for each service they provide regardless of the outcome, value-based care reimburses providers based on the quality of care they deliver. This incentivizes healthcare providers [...]
Artificial Intelligence (AI) is rapidly transforming healthcare, and seniors are among those who stand to benefit the most. AI has the potential to improve diagnoses, treatments, and patient outcomes. While the positive impact of artificial intelligence is clear, many seniors still have concerns about the use of AI in their care. Here are some of [...]
The healthcare industry often talks about how technology is transforming patient care, but often overlooked are the powerful mobile apps that can help people suffering from various conditions, such as dementia. These apps include helpful resources like reminder apps that aid seniors with dementia in living more independently, and games that have been shown to [...]
Influential leadership demands more than technical expertise and experience. Business leaders must also possess emotional intelligence, strategic thinking, and problem-solving abilities. Successful leadership necessitates unique skills that allow them to lead effectively. Flexibility and adaptability are two of the most critical skills a leader can have. These traits allow leaders to navigate uncertain times and [...]
Keeping up with uncertainty and a changing workforce requires a different kind of leader. While traditional business-centered skills like financial acumen and strategic thinking will always be important, there's now a higher emphasis on human-centered leadership skills. Leaders must prioritize reskilling as part of their professional development through 2023 and beyond. Here are the skills [...]
Frequent exercise is crucial to maintaining the physical and mental well-being of seniors. Regular physical activity can reduce their fall risk, prevent cognitive conditions like dementia, and even extend their lifespan. However, health conditions like back pain and arthritis can make traditional forms of exercise difficult. This is why many long-term care centers and skilled [...]
The neglect and abuse of seniors in care facilities is a long-standing issue that has only worsened with the shortage of nursing staff. With evidence pointing to a direct correlation between mistreatment and staffing numbers, it's clear that minimum staffing requirements are necessary. The Biden Administration has finally taken action by setting federal minimum staffing [...]
Healthcare organizations generate a significant amount of data through the use of sensors, electronic health records, and digital imaging systems. However, when this data is analyzed remotely, which is a common occurrence in the healthcare sector, a number of issues can arise, such as network reliability problems, latency delays, and bandwidth congestion. These issues can [...]
Aging in place has become more prevalent, and some heavy hitters in the medical sector have taken note. In 2022 alone, Kaiser Permanente, Amazon, Walgreens Boots Alliance and CVS Health have all made forays into home healthcare with the understanding that the U.S. population is aging and the needs of the 65-and-over set are considerable. [...]