The Power of Pausing: Chandra Osborn on Health, Well-being, and Career Paths
HIT Like a Girl Pod: Empowering Women in Health ITShow Notes
Chandra Osborn, Chief Behavioral Officer at AdhereHealth, joins Joy to discuss the power of empathy and strategic partnerships in improving medication adherence. In this episode, Chandra shares her journey from academia to industry, highlighting the challenges and transformations she faced, particularly during the pandemic. We delve into the complexities of medication adherence and the importance of using both subjective and objective measures to track patient success. Chandra also emphasizes the value of strategic partnerships in healthcare and Joy introduces the concept of "upward spirals of goodness," encouraging listeners to invest in self-care and collaboration for better outcomes.
Episode Highlights
00:01:15 - Meet Chandra Osborn: Background and Career Journey 00:05:00 - The Role of Chief Behavioral Officer at AdhereHealth 00:09:49 - Methods for Improving Medication Adherence 00:12:50 - Tracking Success in Patient Care 00:14:05 - The Importance of a Scientific Approach 00:17:15 - Upward Spirals of Goodness: A New Perspective 00:18:31 - Opportunities for Collaboration and Support
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