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1Michelle Howe is a nurse manager covering Iora Health's primary care practices across the Seattle, Wash., region.
Dr. Zubin Damania presented innovative healthcare solutions at the Nursing Management Congress. He highlighted the Iora Health model as a successful approach to delivering compassionate patient care within the current system.
Area of Science:
- Healthcare Management
- Medical Ethics
- Health Systems Innovation
Background:
- The current healthcare system faces challenges in delivering compassionate care.
- There is a need for innovative models to address these systemic issues.
Purpose of the Study:
- To explore the ethical considerations of compassionate care delivery.
- To introduce and discuss the Iora Health model as a potential solution.
Main Methods:
- Keynote address at the Nursing Management Congress 2016.
- Utilized self-produced song and video for presentation.
- Focused on the principles and practices of the Iora Health model.
Main Results:
- The Iora Health model was presented as a successful example of "having it right."
- Attendees were exposed to a novel approach to healthcare delivery.
Conclusions:
- The Iora Health model offers a promising framework for ethical and compassionate healthcare.
- Innovative approaches are crucial for improving patient care in challenging healthcare environments.
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