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The Evolution of Concierge Medicine: What 20 years in the industry have taught me

Concierge Choice Physicians

We weren’t consultants that swooped in, upended everything, and left. When we launched, it was mostly private primary care physicians who contracted with us. At one time it seemed concierge medicine was incompatible with a vertically integrated healthcare organization that relies on third party payers and referrals.

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Vascular Ultrasound: What Is It and How Does It Work?

Vascular Physician

If you are having symptoms concerning for venous or arterial insufficiency, consult your primary care provider to discuss a potential referral to the specialists with the trusted team at The Vascular Institute of the Rockies. Vascular Ultrasound: What Is It and How Does It Work? How Does It Work?

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How to Improve Care for Patients With Multiple Chronic Conditions

Physician's Weekly

Many of these patients are clinically complex and receive care from multiple professionals—which creates unique management hurdles. It’s easy to understand why communication barriers can hinder care coordination between primary care physicians (PCPs), specialists, hospitalists, and professionals at other facilities.

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How to Choose the Best Hormone Doctor in Connecticut for Your Needs

Physicians Alliance of Connecticut

Your Connecticut-based primary care doctor is a good place to start, as they understand your health history and can refer you to a trusted hormone doctor that specializes in your condition. When choosing a hormone doctor, ask if the doctor is accepting new patients, and how long the wait time is for a consultation.

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Endocrinology Near Me: Finding the Best Hormone Specialists in Connecticut

Physicians Alliance of Connecticut

People often see an endocrinologist after being referred by their primary care provider. While primary care providers are trained to manage conditions like diabetes, they rely on endocrinologists to provide more specialized care. At PACT Endocrinology, a referral isn’t required.

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Should you have a coach? Greg Pawlson, Beth Griffiths, & Vicky Tang

GeriPal

Today we learn more about coaching from 3 coaches: Greg Pawlson, coach and former president of the American Geriatrics Society, Vicky Tang, geriatrician-researcher at UCSF and coach , and Beth Griffiths, primary care internist at UCSF and coach. Summary Transcript Summary Coaching is in. We address: What is coaching? Indeed, matey.

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Updates in ID and Nephrology: Lona Mody, Rasheeda Hall, Devika Nair, Sonali Advani

GeriPal

In this context, we’re excited to hear from infectious disease experts and nephrologists about updates in the care of older adults. As you know, our population is aging at a rapid speed and older, adult older persons is no longer cared for only by a geriatrician or a primary care physician. This is Eric Widera.