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In this intriguing article, the authors explore the disillusionment experienced by surgeons regarding electronic health records (EHRs) and their perceived lack of value. Several areas are explored, contributing both to "the why" and "how" these challenges can be addressed. (e.g. improving clinical outcomes) Cutting to the chase, the authors propose increased surgeon involvement in governance at both local and national levels. This approach aims to facilitate change adoption and unlock the promised benefits associated with EHR utilization with respect to surgical cases and workflows. https://lnkd.in/g7mtFD7n

💡 The Elephant in the Room: Rethinking Musculoskeletal Care 💡 Did you know that excessive medical interventions in musculoskeletal care often cause more harm than good? In the thought-provoking article "The Elephant in the Room: Too Much Medicine in Musculoskeletal Practice," the authors tackle issues like: 👉 Overdiagnosis and overtreatment of common conditions 👉 Mislabeling age-related changes as "abnormalities" 👉 The growing reliance on costly, low-value interventions The solution? A shift toward evidence-based, cost-effective care that prioritizes patient education, shared decision-making, and sustainable practices. As healthcare professionals, policymakers, and educators, we must challenge the "more is better" mindset and collaborate to reduce unnecessary treatments. Let’s focus on delivering the care that truly matters. 📖 Have you come across examples ? 👇 #Healthcare #MusculoskeletalCare #EvidenceBasedMedicine #Sustainability #Physiotherapy

**Unnecessary Medical Care: A Harmful Trend** In 2015, Atul Gawande, a renowned surgeon and writer, shed light on the alarming issue of unnecessary medical care in his article "Overkill" for The New Yorker. Gawande argued that the drive for profit and the pressure to perform procedures have led to a surge in unnecessary medical interventions, causing harm to patients both physically and financially. Gawande's investigation revealed that many doctors and hospitals prioritize procedures over patient care, resulting in unnecessary surgeries, tests, and treatments. This trend has significant consequences, including increased risk of complications, longer recovery times, and higher medical bills. Gawande's article highlighted the need for a shift in the healthcare system, emphasizing the importance of evidence-based medicine and patient-centered care. He advocated for a more thoughtful and measured approach to medical decision-making, prioritizing patient needs and outcomes over profit motives. **Hashtags:** #unnecessarymedicalcare #healthcarereform #patientrights #evidencebasedmedicine #patientcenteredcare Source: https://lnkd.in/gzH2kvNi Update Date: 2024-07-12T07:15:46Z

To close out #HealthLiteracyMonth, Paradigm Chief Medical Officer, Thomas Schenk MD, shares valuable insights on the role of health literacy in achieving better patient outcomes. Click to learn how improved health literacy directly correlates to increased patient engagement and how Welvie My Surgery℠ empowers members to make more fully informed care decisions resulting in lower costs for health plans: https://bit.ly/3NDXLRd #healthliteracy #healthcare #patientengagement #betteroutcomesforall

Great read from our very own Thomas Schenk MD on the value of Health Literacy as it relates to improved Health Equity and Health Outcomes!

Just to double down on this concept, there is no doubt that navigating and interacting with our healthcare system is challenging and complicated. It has been well documented that people who are challenged to understand the structures and language of healthcare have different (poorer) outcomes than those who either have a better understanding or more resources to help them. It often feels, from the payer and clinical perspectives, like investing in people is hard to justify. You have to believe that given the instruction and teaching people will become better navigators and self-advocates. My Surgery is proof of that concept; delivering triple aim results and meaningful returns for over a decade by focusing on surgery and enabling patients through learning and literacy tools. If you are a health care leader who hasn’t built this sort of intervention into your stack of solutions to control costs and improve outcomes I encourage you to get in touch with us and learn how Paradigm can benefit your employees or health plan.

Lets carve out a few moments in the new year to discuss how improved health literacy directly correlates to increased patient engagement and how our partnership empowers members to make more fully informed care decisions resulting in lower costs for health plans: https://bit.ly/3NDXLRd

Dr. Anuja Desai shares her insights on building a strong team, navigating government schemes for the middle and upper-middle class, and how she’s optimizing ophthalmic healthcare within system loopholes. Discover her passion for creating a holistic patient experience, and the role of medicine in shaping both doctor and patient journeys. 👩⚕️✨ Click on the link below to watch the full episode 👩🏻💻 https://lnkd.in/giPrMvMy #HealthcareLeadership #PatientCare #Ophthalmology #DoctorInsights

While technological advancements have the potential to revolutionize healthcare, they must be used wisely to avoid harm. Searching for medical information online can lead to misinformation and needless anxiety. ⁠ ⁠ It's important to consult reliable sources and healthcare professionals for accurate medical advice. When used correctly, technology can dramatically transform healthcare outcomes. ⁠ ⁠ Or even help those of us that simply cannot type... ⁠ ⁠ ⁠ #hearthealth #heartdoctor #meded #heartdisease #heartdiseaseawareness #heartdiseaseprevention #cardiologist #healthylifestyle #healthyhabits #healthiswealth

For those of you interested in healthcare innovation & the future of medicine: Join this webinar to explore how Guthrie Clinic is evolving into a "smart hospital" in a wonderful collaboration with Artisight + Equum Medical. Link to registration in comments. #medtech #healthcareinnovation #telemedicine