Summary
Addressing Provider Shortages Through Technology
Dr. Maulik Purohit, SVP, and Chief Health Information Officer at Lehigh Valley Health Network, believes that technology can play a critical role in addressing the staff shortage that the healthcare industry is facing today. One of the most effective ways to do this is by focusing on improving digital infrastructure and automating certain tasks.
A Better Work-Life Balance
One of the main reasons why many physicians decide to leave clinical medicine is due to the lack of work-life balance. This is a significant issue that requires careful attention from healthcare providers, and Dr. Purohit advocates for the need to provide a better work-life balance to retain healthcare professionals.
Increasing the Funnel Size for Residency
It’s no secret that one of the most significant hurdles faced by aspiring physicians is the lack of residency spots. Dr. Purohit believes that increasing the funnel size from medical school to residency could help improve the ratio of patients population to doctors, thereby reducing the staff shortage.
The Need for a Better Solution
Dr. Purohit argues that there needs to be a better solution to keep physicians in clinical roles and increase reimbursement for healthcare professionals. These measures are essential to tackle the significant salary costs associated with healthcare from a healthcare GDP perspective, which are relatively lower compared to other countries.
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This episode aired on 12/09/2022 and can be listened here.
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