New Program for Kidney Disease Patients Stresses Personalized Care

In a partnership with Denver-based Strive Health, the Cincinnati-based health system, which includes 50 hospitals across several states, will use a technology platform and “Kidney Heroes” interdisciplinary care teams composed of nurse practitioners, dietitians, pharmacists, care coordinators and licensed clinical social workers to create a personalized care plan for patients. Among other things, the platform will allow care providers to chart the progression of the disease and the patient’s risk for hospitalization.

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Mistreatment and Discrimination Take Burnout Toll on Physicians

Physician burnout was a concern before the coronavirus pandemic, which has exacerbated the problem. Earlier research has linked physician burnout to negative personal and professional consequences. The new research article, which was published by JAMA Network Open, is based on data collected from more than 6,500 physicians. The study has several key findings.

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