Incorporating Social and Behavioral Determinants of Health in Patient Care

Large retailers and employers are entering the healthcare market, reimbursements are declining, clinician resources are diminishing, and consumers are demanding access on their terms. Group practice leaders and physician network executives are not waiting for external market forces to dictate how health systems will have to change. They are taking a leading role in redefining how to compete and care for patients.

Many care providers struggle with assessment and treatment of pressure injuries. Infection is the most common complication of the pressure injury condition, and the costs associated with both conditions can be astronomical. With a plethora of products and methods of treatment on the market, decision making surrounding wound treatment and confusion about wound assessment persists. This topic will demystify basic decisions about pressure injury treatment, and provide strategies to help mitigate and identify further complications such as infection in those who are most vulnerable to the condition.

Health Education England, in collaboration with NHS England and Public Health England, are funding training for pharmacists and their teams on blood pressure risk awareness and measurement technique to support effective health promotion campaigns and interventions.

2019 will be a year of change in the healthcare industry but also a great innovation. In this webinar, we will identify ways to help your organization face the year head-on, while also addressing challenges that are influencing the delivery of care.