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Gathering Family Perspectives on Integrated Care

Integrated Care News by CFHA

These excerpts also emphasize the interconnection between those functions and the role of integrated care in removing the stigma associated with mental health and strengthening the patient-provider relationship. I think it’s so convenient, especially to have the provider just come in. So, I think it’s amazing.”

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An Open Letter to Robert F. Kennedy, Jr. On Why Integrated Care Should Be a Cornerstone of the HHS Agenda

Integrated Care News by CFHA

If your vision for health in America is about access, dignity, and truly holistic care, then integrated care should be at the heart of your Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) platform. It offers care where people already are: their doctor’s office, their community mental health clinic, their OB/GYN’s exam room.

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Community Integration: Pushing the Boundaries for a Better World

Integrated Care News by CFHA

On October 6, 2017, a van loaded with medical supplies departed from the Health Center, bound for the local airport. We must understand how the current policies impact access to care and identify policy-related barriers faced by our patients and families. Where can we start? Don’t wait for perfection—start with pilot partnerships.

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Vaccine Uptake Strategies & Ethical Considerations- Part II

Integrated Care News by CFHA

Evidence-based strategies for increasing vaccine uptake A recent systematic review provides an overview of evidence-based strategies for increasing vaccine uptake and indicates that multi-component interventions are more effective than single-component interventions. There could not be a better time to follow up on this call.

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A Guide to Allergy Testing

Mesa Family Physician

Types of Allergy Testing Different types of tests are available depending on your symptoms, medical history, and preferences. While convenient, they may not be as accurate as those done in a medical setting. Let your provider know about any medications or recent illnesses. Can Blood Pressure Affect Allergy Testing?

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Maria Ansari, MD, FACC, named to Modern Healthcare’s list of 50 Most Influential Clinical Executives

Permanente Medicine

Co-CEO of The Permanente Federation and leader of multiple Permanente Medical Groups at Kaiser Permanente, recognized for advancing AI technology, improving care access, and advocating for value-based care measures OAKLAND, Calif. Their work supports medical advancements by publishing close to 1,000 research papers annually.

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Permanente Live webinar — Finding success in value-based care

Permanente Medicine

About Permanente Medical Groups Permanente Medical Groups are self-governed, physician-led, prepaid, multispecialty medical groups composed of more than 25,000 physicians. The post Permanente Live webinar — Finding success in value-based care appeared first on Permanente Medicine.