Show Notes
What will healthcare look like in 20 years? In this conversation, Jackie Gerhart, M.D., chief medical officer at Epic, Thomas McGinn, M.D., chief physician executive officer at CommonSpirit Health, and Zia Agha, M.D., chief medical officer at West Health, discuss the rapid pace of healthcare's evolution, and what that means for physicians, patients and health systems. From continuous care and workforce challenges to stronger patient relationships and emerging technologies, this conversation examines the changes shaping the next generation of healthcare and beyond. Dive deeper into how hospitals and health systems are preparing for the future of care by scaling proven, technology-enabled solutions through the West Health Accelerator at AHA's Health Research & Educational Trust. Learn more at nationalaccelerator.org.
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