By Rebecca M. Schaefer and Adam S. Cooper Hospitals and health systems play a central role in helping to address the opioid crisis. Even before increased national attention, hospitals were developing policies, protocols, and procedures for opioid prescribing best practices, as well as model programs aimed at diversion detection and prevention. Comprehensive hospital guidance is critical … Read more
Dr. McNeeley brings expertise in family and urgent care medicine to leadership role The Urgent Care Association (UCA) recently announced Sean McNeeley, MD, as the new president of its Board of Directors. Building off significant work completed by the Board over the last 18 months, Dr. McNeeley will provide counsel and leadership as UCA expands … Read more
Unifying healthcare organizations during uncertainty By Mike Abrams, Ohio Hospital Association As we dive into 2018, it’s safe to say that change and uncertainty represent the new normal for those of us who work in healthcare. This uncertainty, paired with fierce competition, is not for the faint-hearted. As leaders, we can work to facilitate collaboration … Read more
Today, the Accreditation Association for Ambulatory Health Care (AAAHC) announces its newly named officers and results for elected positions to its Board of Directors for the 2023-2024 term. Supporting AAAHC’s 1095 Strong, quality every day philosophy, the Board of Directors will advocate for patient safety, provide strategic guidance on program development and administration, and share ideas to … Read more
ABA therapy is a treatment method for children with certain learning disabilities that focuses on three areas: social skills, communication skills, and behavior. ABA programs are very structured and designed to collaborate with families by using many of the same strategies that develop healthy emotional bonds. There are over 300 different ABA programs out there, … Read more
