How Walmart’s doula care investment will improve maternal health Ann Somers Hogg How Walmart’s doula care investment will improve maternal health Maternal health is in crisis, but Walmart's investment to address inequities and improve health outcomes might just be the lifeline we need. Nov 16, 2023 Ann Somers Hogg
How Jobs Theory can help address the loneliness epidemic Emmanuelle Verdieu How Jobs Theory can help address the loneliness epidemic Social isolation and loneliness is an epidemic in the US. Jobs Theory could provide a helpful framework for finding solutions for loneliness, thus improving our health. Oct 30, 2023 Emmanuelle Verdieu
Pediatric COVID-19 vaccines: We have a modularity problem, not just a popularity one Ann Somers Hogg Pediatric COVID-19 vaccines: We have a modularity problem, not just a popularity one We may have a popularity problem when it comes to pediatric COVID-19 vaccines, but that doesn't tell the whole story. Oct 24, 2023 Ann Somers Hogg
Is vertical integration the next value-based care? Ann Somers Hogg Is vertical integration the next value-based care? Vertical integration is having its moment in the spotlight. But is the hype warranted? Three components of business model theory suggest not. Oct 10, 2023 Ann Somers Hogg
The right tool to keep us from falling off the childcare cliff Ann Somers Hogg The right tool to keep us from falling off the childcare cliff As the US approaches the end of pandemic-era childcare funding, the Tools of Cooperation can help bipartisan leaders come to an agreement. Sept 28, 2023 Ann Somers Hogg
If health is wealth, America’s working mothers are living in extreme poverty: A framework for proper diagnosis and effective treatment Ann Somers Hogg If health is wealth, America’s working mothers are living in extreme poverty: A framework for proper diagnosis and effective treatment Why, as a nation, have we failed to make meaningful progress on supporting working mothers’ health in recent decades? The first step in improving working mothers’ health outcomes is for forward-thinking employers to ... Sept 19, 2023 Ann Somers Hogg
What’s one thing health care executives should learn from Mark Cuban? Ann Somers Hogg What’s one thing health care executives should learn from Mark Cuban? Mark Cuban’s strategy with Cost Plus Drugs is genius, and his winning approach isn't unique to health care. Aug 29, 2023 Ann Somers Hogg
Podcast: Life-Centered Health Care Episode 3 Ann Somers Hogg Podcast: Life-Centered Health Care Episode 3 How can you build a health care business model that actually improves health? Listen to Factor Health's Mini Kahlon share her keys to success. Aug 24, 2023 Ann Somers Hogg
Shifting innovation from a vague buzzword to a mechanism of progress Christensen Institute Shifting innovation from a vague buzzword to a mechanism of progress To make meaningful progress with innovation, organizations must commit to systems that center their customers and consumers, reward business modeling efforts, and manage a business model portfolio. June 27, 2023 Christensen Institute
Innovators in Action: “Humankindness” at CommonSpirit Health Christensen Institute Innovators in Action: “Humankindness” at CommonSpirit Health CommonSpirit is built upon a foundation of "humankindness." See how this innovator in action is embedding kindness, compassion, and grace to drive health and healing. June 13, 2023 Christensen Institute
From self-care to systems of care Emmanuelle Verdieu From self-care to systems of care What comes to mind when you think of self-care? Golf, spa days, hanging out with friends, milkshakes, or shopping? Certainly, but outside of feel-good, one-off […] June 7, 2023 Emmanuelle Verdieu
Is Amazon Clinic an Innovator Worth Watching? Christensen Institute Is Amazon Clinic an Innovator Worth Watching? Whenever Amazon makes another health care move, there is buzz about it in the industry. So is its Amazon Clinic an innovator to watch? May 30, 2023 Christensen Institute