4 Signs that disruption is accelerating in healthcare delivery
Disruption has been painfully slow to emerge in healthcare delivery. But new players and new money targeting long-unmet needs suggest it's taking hold.
Oct 10, 2018
How Star Trek can help you remember this fundamental principle of Disruption Theory
A lesson from the legendary sci-fi franchise drives home the point that in business innovation strategy, circumstances are everything.
Sept 25, 2018
Tools that create change: Lessons from the U.K.’s health system
As the U.K. celebrates the 70th anniversary of its National Health Service, guest blogger Dr. Vikram Devalia explains how its founder mobilized stakeholders around his vision.
Sept 11, 2018
Innovators Worth Watching: Osmosis
Medical students are skipping lectures in droves, preferring third-party study tools like Osmosis. But is Osmosis disruptive to medical school? Our latest Innovators Worth Watching post!
Sept 11, 2018
Can CMS’ proposed ACO changes really help Medicare beneficiaries?
Financial incentives to receive primary care services won't remove all barriers to patients' engagement with their health. But they're a start.
Sept 6, 2018
Do tech giants need to think bigger about healthcare interoperability?
To help address social determinants of health, companies pledging to drive frictionless data-sharing within healthcare need to do so across sectors, too.
Aug 30, 2018
Gawande’s listening. But can he disrupt healthcare?
Skeptics doubt his qualifications for CEO of the Amazon-JP Morgan-Berkshire Hathaway venture. But Disruption Theory suggests he's an inspired choice.
Aug 13, 2018
The potential of telehealth in managing rare diseases
Living with a rare disease can be incredibly isolating. Fortunately, the healthcare industry's embrace of telehealth may help give these underserved populations a voice.
July 24, 2018
What every healthcare manager should ask before hopping on the integration bandwagon
"Integration" sounds like a great idea. But ambiguity around its definition and potential outcomes can dilute the impact of strategies to achieve it.
June 19, 2018
In this innovative program, barbers cut hair and health risks
Patients need help overcoming physical, psychological and social barriers to engagement with chronic disease interventions. This Los Angeles-based program provided it.
May 31, 2018