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Some personal news: This week marks the completion of my three-year term serving on the Board of Directors for Niagara Health. Talk about a learning curve. When I was asked to put my name forward to serve on the Board, I knew very little about healthcare. Fast forward three years later, and while I still have a ton to learn, I have so much more of an understanding of the efforts put forth by those that work in our hospitals. The folks that are in the trenches day-in and day-out working to make their communities a better place to live. To those reading this: I would encourage you to look into how you can help in your own community, whether that’s serving on a hospital board or helping out a worthy not-for-profit. During my time on the Board, I learned three valuable lessons: Empathy wins the day. Building empathy into our healthcare system is a must. Some of the most emphatic people I have ever met work within the walls of our hospitals. People that truly care about others. We could all learn from the empathetic behaviours of healthcare professionals. Silence the inner critic. Sitting on a board full of incredibly smart people who have high profile roles in their day jobs can be intimidating. If you are on the board, it is because you have value to bring. Trust and belief in yourself goes a long way. The next generation is watching. My boys would often ask me why I volunteered my time on a hospital board and the answer was easy-“it’s the right thing to do”. Does joining a board help you become better at your job? I’m most certainly sure it does. But, the greatest gift is imparting that sense of giving back to the community to he next generation. In recognition of my years on the Board, Niagara Health was kind enough to present me with a plaque installed on a chair in the auditorium of their St. Catharines Site. While my name may never appear on a high-profile marquee, the gesture means a lot. And, if you sit in my seat, don’t scratch the nameplate. Cheers! #healthcare #publicrelations

CARESTAR's Summer newsletter! Some quick fun reading for these long summer days! 🌞 #CARESTARFoundation, #EMS, #emergencyresponse, #racialequity, #prehospitalcare

Unintended consequences of EHR “updates and improvements “ are all around us. Whether it is confronting a step that adds 2 minutes and 10 keystrokes to sign in or a documentation requirement that’s irrelevant outside an age range or clinical situation, healthcare leaders can increase engagement and frontline worker trust by asking the question: “How can we help YOU by getting rid of the stupid stuff?”. Stupid stuff is NOT just in clinical IT. The whole idea of LEAN was about getting rid of WASTE. Is your organization paying attention to tasks that take away from direct patient care and reduce staff satisfaction? This is where #healthcarequalityimprovement can really make a difference!

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This was me, headed to work at a senior health fair 2 months before I opened my practice. Motivated, hopeful, and super tired. I’ve had a few conversations recently with aspiring practice owners and if there’s one thing that I try to always be it’s transparent. The first year of practice ownership is wild, hard, sucks (and so liberating). The 3 months leading up to the first patient you will make more decisions than you’ve ever made in your whole life combined. The first 6-9 months of ownership you will feel like you’re drowning in patient care, paying unlimited bills, and making even harder decisions. If you’re like me you’ll likely find your health slipping a bit, you’ll find yourself in a therapists office, and you’ll be making less money than you’ve ever made in your professional career. But I’m here to say, it turns around. A newfound confidence comes and the decisions get made and the bills get paid. I’m not saying I did it all right but I built the business first and put myself second for a hot minute. As long as you don’t stomp yourself into the ground, I’ll forever be here to say that’s the way to do it. For gentle advice, don’t call me. For the truth of how hard it is, give me a ring!

you wrote a book on evidence in practice now you're sharing a platform with someone "...convicted of “criminally negligent homicide” and “gross neglect of an impaired adult.” The charge of criminally negligent homicide required the state to prove, beyond a reasonable doubt, that the defendant engaged in “criminal negligence” that proximately caused a person’s death. “Criminal negligence” requires a “substantial and unjustifiable risk” and the risk must be of such a nature and degree that “the failure to perceive it constitutes a gross deviation from the standard of care that an ordinary person would exercise under all the circumstances as viewed from the person’s standpoint.” Simple negligence, as defined in civil law (and as would be applied, for example, in a medical malpractice claim), is not sufficient for liability under the criminally negligent homicide standard. The charge of “gross neglect of an impaired adult” required the state to prove, beyond a reasonable doubt, that the defendant “knowingly, other than by accidental means, physically abuse or grossly neglect an impaired adult if the abuse or neglect results in serious mental or physical harm.” https://lnkd.in/eXtxkaQx

🔷✅😀Great results for this innovative program. At a time when we need more resources in public health, this partnership was able to demonstrate great outcomes. Thanks Kinsey Mannebach for taking this program forward. #publicheath #healthpolicy

What’s the clawback for workforce education? There isn't one, says Laura Atkinson, SPHR, VP and CHRO at Saint Peter’s Healthcare System. "We're going to invest in you," was her response to employee questions about the program's purpose. Laura reports that the Learning, Education and Advancement Program (LEAP) is seeing incredible engagement despite initial skepticism. Within a week of its launch, 15% of employees had already registered to learn more, and a total of 80 employees registered for a course or degree. The initiative, in partnership with InStride, is well on its way to fostering a workplace where employees can flourish. Ultimately, this builds a strong workforce and reinforces a healthcare organization’s ability to provide quality, compassionate patient care. ➡️ Missed our recent webinar "Serving the mission of Catholic health through education"? Watch it on demand: https://bit.ly/3wFUAUf #InStride #LEAPForward #WorkforceEducation #HealthcareIndustry #EmployeeDevelopment

🚀 Exciting Opportunity for Collaboration! 🚀 Attention Public Health Organizations and Communities: At Casimir Public Health Empowerment LLC, we are passionate about advancing community health through research, education, and impactful programs. This summer, we have **3 open spots** for collaboration on public health projects, and we are looking for organizations that need expert assistance in: - Healthcare Survey Design - Community Health Research - Educational Workshop Materials Let's work together to assess, plan, and implement initiatives that create healthier communities. Whether you're focusing on disease prevention, nutrition, mental health, or other critical areas, we are here to support your mission. 🌟 Why Collaborate with Us? - Proven expertise in public health research and education. - Customized solutions tailored to your community's needs. - Commitment to making a meaningful impact. 📩 Interested in Collaborating? Reach out to us to discuss how we can support your upcoming projects. Let's make this summer transformative for the communities we serve! #PublicHealth #CommunityHealth #Collaboration #HealthResearch #HealthEducation #CasimirPublicHealthEmpowerment #HealthyCommunities