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
Are narrow networks the future of healthcare?
Insurers offering a less comprehensive network of providers are building a foothold as a low-cost option for price-sensitive consumers. Are they our future?
May 16, 2018
Will Walmart lead the way for retail entrants in healthcare?
Could Walmart make a splash in Medicare Advantage by seeking to acquire Humana? It has already built capabilities as a self-insured employer that could help it stand out from the competition.
Apr 16, 2018
Lessons from the UK: Prescriptions for art classes, financial advice, and more
The evidence is clear: health depends on more than medical care. What's not clear is the best way to address the broader determinants of poor health. Could social prescribing help?
Apr 10, 2018
The accountable care conundrum
New payment models have pushed providers to focus on reducing waste and inefficiencies in care delivery, but what will it take to enable providers to take accountability for long-term patient health?
Mar 29, 2018
Catching disruption in the act: 3 problems innovation will solve in healthcare delivery
Disruption can be hard to spot. Healthcare providers, payers and policymakers who know what to look for will have an edge in driving positive transformation in the industry.
Mar 29, 2018
Regulating healthcare innovation: An interview with England’s Chief Inspector of Primary Care
Healthcare is changing fast. How can regulators help keep it safe, while supporting positive transformation? England's primary care regulator offers insights, and examples from digital health.
Mar 22, 2018