Managed Healthcare Executive September 17, 2020
Beyond the terrible toll the novel coronavirus has taken on our friends and loved ones, COVID-19 has brought to light how our healthcare system has been challenged in the face of a pandemic and a surging influx of patients.
The strain has been felt in both in-patient settings and post-acute environments. Reports have emerged on shortages of personal protective equipment and other technologies, while health staff have been challenged to implement new treatments and protocols all while dealing with a novel virus.
The ongoing concern about how to prevent further spread of infection has dominated news channels and sparked a call for change. From my conversations with healthcare providers, many healthcare facilities are investing in various tools, technologies and training...