Gawande’s listening. But can he disrupt healthcare? Rebecca Fogg 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 Rebecca Fogg
What every healthcare manager should ask before hopping on the integration bandwagon Rebecca Fogg 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 Rebecca Fogg
In this innovative program, barbers cut hair and health risks Rebecca Fogg 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 Rebecca Fogg
Lessons from the UK: Prescriptions for art classes, financial advice, and more Rebecca Fogg 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 Rebecca Fogg
Catching disruption in the act: 3 problems innovation will solve in healthcare delivery Rebecca Fogg 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 Rebecca Fogg
Regulating healthcare innovation: An interview with England’s Chief Inspector of Primary Care Rebecca Fogg 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 Rebecca Fogg
Getting the house in order: A tidying expert illuminates barriers to behavior change Rebecca Fogg Getting the house in order: A tidying expert illuminates barriers to behavior change Why is it sometimes so hard to adopt healthy behaviors? Even the prospect of positive change can cause anxiety, and the status quo has its benefits. Feb 20, 2018 Rebecca Fogg
Why do we need help buying and using healthcare? It’s complicated. Rebecca Fogg Why do we need help buying and using healthcare? It’s complicated. The more novel or complex a product is, the more help people need understanding how to choose and use it. Healthcare is a prime example. Feb 6, 2018 Rebecca Fogg
What is population health 2.0? Rebecca Fogg What is population health 2.0? In January's print edition of Population Health News, Rebecca Fogg explains how providers can discern and address the underlying reasons patients fail in their basic health goals. Jan 26, 2018 Rebecca Fogg
Innovators Worth Watching: OurPath Rebecca Fogg Innovators Worth Watching: OurPath This online weight-loss program shows promise in preventing type 2 diabetes, and associated costs. But could it disrupt the competitive weight-loss industry? Jan 23, 2018 Rebecca Fogg
What healthcare innovators can learn from academic coaches in higher ed Rebecca Fogg What healthcare innovators can learn from academic coaches in higher ed Whether the goal is learning, healing or staying fit, coaches can help people stick with a plan and get results. Here are lessons on coaching for healthcare innovators, from the world of higher education. Jan 9, 2018 Rebecca Fogg
Lessons from the U.K.: Integrating health and social services to crack chronic disease Rebecca Fogg Lessons from the U.K.: Integrating health and social services to crack chronic disease An innovative London community center helps local residents make the life progress they seek, through better health and social welfare. Dec 19, 2017 Rebecca Fogg