Copyright (c) 2009 Thomas Jefferson University All rights reserved. http://jdc.jefferson.edu/hpforum Recent documents in Health Policy Forum en-us Thu, 01 Oct 2009 23:31:36 PDT 3600 http://jdc.jefferson.edu/hpforum/40 http://jdc.jefferson.edu/hpforum/40 Wed, 30 Sep 2009 12:44:50 PDT This program provides a broad overview of the challenges and changes underway in the health care system and the implications for preparing physicians to practice in the 21st century. M. Brownell Anderson http://jdc.jefferson.edu/hpforum/39 http://jdc.jefferson.edu/hpforum/39 Tue, 21 Jul 2009 12:08:25 PDT Using Geisinger's innovative model of patient billing, this program explores the process of setting up a credible, reliable, and transparent billing system. Michael Brennan http://jdc.jefferson.edu/hpforum/38 http://jdc.jefferson.edu/hpforum/38 Tue, 21 Jul 2009 12:02:20 PDT The podcast covers a description of the structure and mission of the Patient Safety Authority of PA and includes a discussion of programs and initiatives. Mike Doering http://jdc.jefferson.edu/hpforum/37 http://jdc.jefferson.edu/hpforum/37 Tue, 21 Jul 2009 11:55:00 PDT Medication errors not only have a serious impact on patients, errors profoundly affect the psyche of providers. This presentation examines the responses and concerns of health care providers when a medical error has occurred. The impact of disclosure is also discussed. Zane R. Wolf, PhD, FAAN http://jdc.jefferson.edu/hpforum/36 http://jdc.jefferson.edu/hpforum/36 Fri, 08 May 2009 08:20:41 PDT Dr. Lyles, Henry A. Rosenberg Professor of Public, Private and Nonprofit Partnerships, provides an overview of the major trends in the public-private sectors and their interactions with healthcare. Alan Lyles, ScD, MD http://jdc.jefferson.edu/hpforum/35 http://jdc.jefferson.edu/hpforum/35 Fri, 08 May 2009 07:02:39 PDT Cardiovascular disease is the major cause of death, for both men and women in the US. The societal impact and burden of this disease is a major concern to clinicians, advocates, and policy experts. Dr. Gardner, President of the American Heart Association (AHA) describes these issues and offers an overview of the history, role, and mission of the AHA. Timothy Gardner, MD http://jdc.jefferson.edu/hpforum/34 http://jdc.jefferson.edu/hpforum/34 Fri, 08 May 2009 06:46:28 PDT Consumer health information has become increasingly prevalent in a variety of media formats, and has become especially significant in social media. Cheryl Heiks, Director of Communication and Events at LLuminari Inc., discusses BeWell.com, a newly launched expert-guided social network on health. Cheryl Heiks http://jdc.jefferson.edu/hpforum/33 http://jdc.jefferson.edu/hpforum/33 Fri, 08 May 2009 06:27:14 PDT The Jefferson Center for Interprofessional Education (JCIPE) is an interdisciplinary program designed to improve patient care through implementing and evaluating patient-centered education within the Thomas Jefferson University curriculum. The JCIPE Co-Directors of the program, Dr. Arenson and Dr. Rose discuss their research and experiences. Christine Arenson, MD http://jdc.jefferson.edu/hpforum/32 http://jdc.jefferson.edu/hpforum/32 Thu, 07 May 2009 13:34:54 PDT Leslie Stiles, Executive Director of the PA Commission for Women shares information on new resources and technologies designed to reach disenfranchised women and improve access to care. Leslie Stiles http://jdc.jefferson.edu/hpforum/31 http://jdc.jefferson.edu/hpforum/31 Thu, 07 May 2009 13:17:24 PDT Dr. Louis H. Diamond, VP and Medical Director of Thompson Reuters, reviews the current state and national trends in performance measurement and improvement. Louis H. Diamond, MD