Reset With Nature

BY KATHRYN RUSCITTO, ADVISOR It is easy to get stressed from a variety of things. Sometimes all it takes to reset is by engaging the outdoors. In, “The Fundamentals of Environmental Neurosciences,” is a summary of current research that looks at the relationship between people and their environments. The premise is that urban design must … Read more

Are We Seeing The End Of Private Practice?

by Jenn Negley, Vice President, Risk Strategies Company The pressures on healthcare professionals have never been greater. Whether it’s keeping up with evolving regulations, battling prior authorizations, chasing down reimbursements, or managing rising operational costs, maintaining a private practice has become a balancing act for many. It’s no wonder that fewer physicians are running their … Read more

Quiet Resolve, Big Impact: Denise Baker Drives Change at Syracuse Community Health

Denise Baker, BSN, RN, CCM, director of Quality Improvement at Syracuse Community Health (SCH), is a leader with a vision for advancing healthcare access and equity. Known for her thoughtful approach and strategic focus, Baker works tirelessly to address barriers that prevent many patients from receiving the care they need. “Connecting people with resources— healthcare, … Read more

Advances In Cardiac Technology:Diagnosis, Treatment, And Monitoring

Data from the World Health Organization indicates that cardiovascular diseases (CVDs) are responsible for approximately 17.9 million or 32% of deaths worldwide, necessitating continuous innovation in diagnostic and therapeutic technologies. Recent advances in cardiac technology have significantly improved patient outcomes, with breakthroughs spanning early detection, minimally invasive treatments, and personalized care. Advancements in Cardiac Imaging: … Read more

Working Together to Fight Seasonal Influenza

Generated by OpenAI. (2024), ChatGPT (40 mini)Edited by Kimberly Graf, Marketing Consultant & Contributing Writer As healthcare providers, we must champion effective strategies to fight influenza as it remains a public health concern. Together, we can help mitigate the impact of the flu, which includes prevention, early diagnosis, antiviral treatment, and patient education. Prevention: The … Read more

Collaboration That Leads to Quality Care

For Dr. Nicholas Massa, vice president of medical affairs at Excellus BlueCross BlueShield, collaboration and quality have been cornerstones of his remarkable 25-year medical career. As a dedicated local physician, he began his journey as a graduate, resident, and practitioner of pediatrics at Upstate University Hospital, where he fostered partnerships, developed innovative programs, and prioritized … Read more

Physician Burnout: Seeing Improvement but Still a FixableCause for Medical Errors

By: Jenn Negley, Vice President, Risk Strategies Company Physician burnout is not a new phenomenon, but its prevalence has recently reached alarming levels. According to a 2021 survey by Mayo Clinic and Stanford Medicine, 62.8% of physicians reported experiencing burnout. While the numbers have improved, with a more recent AMA study showing that 50% of … Read more