Forbes November 27, 2019
Raegan Le Douaron

“Healthcare is broken.” It’s a phrase we hear often. The gripes about America’s healthcare system consume news headlines, especially during presidential campaign cycles. There is rigorous debate about how to improve the arrangements that are currently in place. The focus tends to be on what does not work.

After serving 1 million patients at workplace healthcare centers across the country, my company is determined to take a more positive view of what does work. As more employers consider options to lower healthcare costs, I want to share what we have learned about how employers can create healthier communities.

Focus on wellness, rather than sickness.

My favorite quote from a patient is, “I used to go to the doctor because I...

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