This episode features Jennifer Wilkerson, Chief Strategy Officer at Sheppard Pratt. Here, she discusses what led her to her current position, how Sheppard Pratt is addressing behavioral health as a whole continuum of care, and more.
Summary
Jennifer Wilkerson Discusses Sheppard Pratt's Behavioral Health Strategies
Jennifer Wilkerson, the Chief Strategy Officer of Sheppard Pratt Healthcare System, recently spoke about the organization's approach to behavioral health care. With a background in health care consulting and strategic planning, she is responsible for strategy, marketing, operational excellence, and new business initiatives.
A Continuum of Care
According to Wilkerson, the key to effective mental health care is having a full continuum of services. This includes urgent care, ongoing treatment, therapy services, post-acute services, in-home services, and more. Sheppard Pratt must be capable of putting all of these pieces together to meet the needs of people of all ages and payers. This approach is necessary to provide the best possible outcomes for patients.
Shepherd Pratt Solutions
To help develop the behavioral health strategies for not-for-profit health systems across the country, Sheppard Pratt Health Systems has created a new division called Shepherd Pratt Solutions. This division provides consulting and management services and is currently engaged in 20 states. They offer treatment options for all ages and payers.
Implementing a Comprehensive Approach
Sheppard Pratt's staff is trained to provide a comprehensive assessment of each patient's needs. This allows the organization to create a customized treatment plan and ensure that all aspects of the patient's physical, emotional, and mental health are addressed. Sheppard Pratt strives to provide a full range of services, including prevention, early intervention, acute care, and post-acute care. The organization believes in taking a holistic approach to care and creating a supportive environment where patients can thrive.
The Importance of Collaboration
Sheppard Pratt recognizes the importance of collaboration in the provision of behavioral health care. The organization works closely with primary care providers and community health organizations to ensure that patients receive the best possible care. This collaboration allows Sheppard Pratt to provide a continuum of care that extends beyond the walls of their own facilities.
Under Wilkerson's leadership, Sheppard Pratt has established itself as a leader in the provision of behavioral health care. By offering a continuum of care, creating a new division to extend its services to other health systems, and emphasizing collaboration with providers and community organizations, Sheppard Pratt is providing effective solutions to the challenges of behavioral health care.
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This episode aired on 11/27/2022 and can be listened here.
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