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The multispecialty clinic in a changing environment
1Ochsner Clinic, New Orleans, Louisiana.
The Medical Clinics of North America
|September 1, 1992
Summary
The Ochsner Clinic adapted to healthcare changes by adding primary care, satellite clinics, a regional center, and a health maintenance organization. This strategy facilitated group practice evolution and created new opportunities for medical education and research.
Area of Science:
- Healthcare Management
- Medical Practice Strategy
- Health Services Research
Background:
- The healthcare delivery environment is undergoing significant transformation.
- Group practices face pressure to adapt to changing market dynamics and patient needs.
Purpose of the Study:
- To describe the strategic adaptations undertaken by the Ochsner Clinic.
- To discuss the internal changes required for a group practice to implement a comprehensive strategy.
- To identify opportunities for graduate medical education and research within the evolving healthcare landscape.
Main Methods:
- The Ochsner Clinic implemented a multi-faceted strategy.
- Key components included adding primary care specialists, establishing satellite neighborhood clinics, developing a distant regional multispecialty clinic, and forming a health maintenance organization.
Main Results:
- The strategic changes enabled the Ochsner Clinic to address the evolving healthcare environment.
- Fundamental internal adjustments were necessary for successful strategy internalization within the group practice.
- New avenues for graduate medical education and research were identified and leveraged.
Conclusions:
- Strategic adaptation is crucial for group practices navigating healthcare changes.
- Successful implementation requires significant internal organizational adjustments.
- Evolving healthcare models present unique opportunities for medical training and scientific inquiry.