M. Michele Blackwood, MD, FACS

Learn how to write a patient care report that meets industry standards. Craft an effective PCR narrative with this helpful checklist and examples. ⬇

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As a leader in healthcare, I believe it's crucial to speak up about quality concerns to ensure the best patient outcomes. We must create a safe space where everyone feels empowered to voice their concerns without fear of retaliation. Open communication and trust are the foundations of continuous improvement and patient safety. We must work together to foster an environment where every voice is heard and valued.

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❕ Today, there’s a simpler approach to cardiology. Learn how to make your life easier by bringing your health IT together ⤵

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Remote patient monitoring has so many benefits, including the reduction of avoidable readmissions! #valuebasedcare #remotepatientmonitoring #caremanagement #populationhealth

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Who's going to buy Steward's remaining Massachusetts hospitals? Physicians can't own hospitals. Legislators have turned up the heat and regulatory scrutiny of PE and VC-backed healthcare (in large part because of Steward's bad apples). Smaller independent community hospitals (of which there are now few) are already struggling financially. Enter large, market dominant health systems? The state has made it clear it's not thrilled about Mass General Brigham owning more hospitals. (Instead, they've spun up outpatient centers in HNW areas and turned their attention to neighboring states). As a condition of approving its merger, Beth Israel Lahey Health agreed to a 7-year moratorium on cost increases among other concessions. That's set to expire in the next year or so. Do we really want more health system consolidation? (Studies would suggest the answer is "no" if you want lower prices, demonstrably better care and access, and fewer employed physicians). So, who's left? Are we willing to think a bit differently? Explore alternative options? Allow physicians or physician groups with business partners to make a go of it? (The horror, the horror). Can we admit that regulatory grandstanding has created as many, if not more, problems than it has solved? This is an opportunity to be a little bold. We shouldn't abide conflicts of interest or allow free reign for fraud and abuse. Oversight and transparency are paramount. But we can use a deft touch instead of a heavy hand. We can support innovation, not stifle it. This goes not just for Steward, but for efforts across the country to tackle hard problems by taking a different angle. Otherwise, get ready for more of the same. Same wolf, different clothing. #health #healthcare #medicine

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Viewpoint advocates for a more integrated and holistic approach to geriatric cancer care in head and neck surgery that includes both frailty assessment as well as shared decision-making. https://ja.ma/4fJy8uu

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📅 November marks Lung Cancer Awareness Month. 🗨️ In this insightful interview, Chaely Medley, MSN, AGNP-C, a thoracic oncology nurse practitioner, discusses the importance of the observance and what nurses should know about lung cancer. ➡️ Watch here: https://lnkd.in/gp3WK7Hy #LCAM #lcsm

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DAX Copilot automatically documents the patient/physician conversation, reducing physician burnout and increasing productivity. Learn more at https://lnkd.in/e86xfcb7

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Yesterday was the Free Film Screening: Everybody’s Work hosted by the Tri Chapter ENA 🍿 🎥 A great group gathered in SF to network and learn 💜 Thank you to Mindy Elayda MPA, BSN, RN for organizing and to the sponsor NY Life! This event was dedicated to everyone doing the work to combat #racism in #nursing. Often, that journey and work can start with just questioning your own mindset and thought processes: Why do I feel a certain way about someone or a group of people? Do I ever make assumptions about others on shift that aren’t based in evidence? Do I have biases? Are those biases affecting my patient care? Or questioning the people and environment around you: Do my coworkers have bias? Are the care processes at my facility perpetuating bias or stigma in care? Are there systems in place that favor some patients but not others? Why? How? What does that do to health equity? I want to thank Dr. Anna Maria Valdez for being a constant advocate and educator around JEDI and health equity work. You can hear part of Dr Valdez's story in this clip from the film #EverybodysWork from SHIFT Nursing >> https://lnkd.in/gytkKJNC Learn more about EveryBodys Work including how to host a free screening here >> https://lnkd.in/gBzcdeTf Read about the National Commission to Address Racism in Nursing here >> https://lnkd.in/g5gCAAZx #nursesonlinkedin

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Now do you see why hospital associations, including the American Hospital Association and Greater New York Hospital Association, fight so vehemently against smart legislation that aims to restore competition? Even if you do, read the article.

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Ever wonder how Clinical research is done? 😳 Listen to Michael Koren, MD, FACC, CPI of ENCORE Research Group July 6th at 7pm on 104.5 WOKV Dr. Koren is a Harvard graduate and practicing cardiologist that also happens to be the CEO of one of the top clinical research organizations in the country. Full episode up next week on your favorite podcast platform under What the Health Just Happened? #Healthy #WTHJH

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Listen Here: https://lnkd.in/gMGezRz8 Join J Jeffrey Freda, MD MBA, Vice President for Surgical Services at MONTEFIORE MEDICAL CENTER, as he discusses the evolution of perioperative services and the successful expansion of responsibilities over the past year. Gain insights into Montefiore's transition to block utilization and discover what excites Jeffrey Freda most while navigating potential challenges in the healthcare landscape. For more information about Becker's Healthcare, please contact Jessica Cole or Scott Becker. #podcast #healthcare #leadership

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Listen Here: https://lnkd.in/ebnUMmum Pooja P. Vyas, DO, MBA, Vice President and Chief Medical Officer at BJC Christian Hospital, addresses strategies for alleviating barriers to patient discharge from the hospital. She emphasizes the importance of focusing on physician wellbeing and discusses the incorporation of AI into patient portfolios to enhance care and efficiency. For more information about Becker's Healthcare, please contact Jessica Cole or Scott Becker. #podcast #healthcare #womensleadership #innovationinhealthcare

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Review summarizes current evidence regarding the diagnosis and treatment of interstitial lung disease. https://ja.ma/3UcOfY6

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Integrating #telemedicine has presented an amazing opportunity to rethink and redesign existing care processes and services. As more telemedicine programs like this offering from Boston Medical Center (BMC) are launched, providing higher acuity care at home, it is more important than ever to apply improvement science to ensure that telemedicine embodies quality — that it is safe, effective, efficient, timely, person-centered, and equitable. Otherwise, the significant risks and unintended consequences of virtual care will overshadow its incredible promise. To help health care organizations seize the opportunity, [tag] IHI released a framework during the pandemic to guide telemedicine efforts: https://bit.ly/3xBHk2U. The framework includes six elements to consider: access, privacy, diagnostic accuracy, communication, psychological and emotional safety, and human factors and system design. I hope every organization designs telemedicine programs with these six elements and accompanying recommendations in mind. Doing so is key to how we ensure the delivery of safe, equitable, and person-centered care virtually. #VirtualCare #HospitalAtHome

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This week is the third and final part of our "Capitalizing on the Cardiology Boom" series! Dr. Joseph Puma is the founder of Sorin Medical, P.C. and the founder and president of the New York Ambulatory Cardiovascular Society. As New York does not currently allow CV procedures to take place in an ambulatory setting, Dr. Puma is working with many organizations to change this. We had the chance to ask Dr. Puma about the most common concerns he hears from both surgery center leaders and governing bodies.  🦺 Safety Concerns: There's a common perception that cardiovascular patients are higher risk and higher acuity, leading to fears of complications. However, with 20 years of data demonstrating the safety of outpatient stent procedures, ASCs have clear criteria to ensure patient safety. 💰 Economic Impact on Hospitals: States like New York worry about the financial impact on hospitals if cardiac procedures move to ASCs. While this concern is valid, the shift is driven by the need to reduce healthcare costs and increase access to care.  💼 Union and Employment Issues: Both the nursing unions and hospital associations resist the shift due to economic concerns. However, Dr. Puma counters that increasing access to care and lowering costs are aligned with the stated goals of politicians and healthcare leaders, so that needs to be the driver. 🖥️ Technology Advancements: Smaller catheter sizes, radial artery access, and extensive intra-arterial monitoring have made these procedures safe and effective in an outpatient setting. 🏆 Proven Success: With 80% of the million annual PCI procedures potentially suitable for ASCs and states progressively allowing these procedures, the future looks promising. Check out the full episode on YouTube or your favorite podcast platform!  #Podcast #ThisWeekinSurgeryCenters #TWISC #ASC #SurgeryCenters 

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