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Lisa Y Perla1,2,3, Lucille B Beck1,2,3, Neil E Grunberg1,2,3
1Lisa Y. Perla, PhD, MSN, CFNP, is a licensed and certified family nurse practitioner and a certified case manager and rehabilitation registered nurse. Dr. Perla earned her PhD in nursing research and the prestigious VA Jonas Scholars award from the Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences in Bethesda, MD. Dr. Perla's work encompasses numerous clinical and administrative roles in the areas of emergency medicine, medical and surgical transplantation, intensive care, and rehabilitation medicine. She is a national speaker on the topics of neurological emergencies and leadership. Dr. Perla's current work is in Veterans' Affairs, Central Office in Washington, DC. She is the National Polytrauma Coordinator for Veterans with multiple trauma and brain injury and collaborates across the enterprise with a team of rehabilitation specialists to synchronize their health care. Her research is in the leadership of registered nurse and social work case managers..
Leadership among Veterans Affairs (VA) case managers is under-researched. Effective leadership is crucial for coordinating veteran healthcare services, especially with increased community care access post-MISSION Act.
Area of Science:
- Healthcare Management
- Veterans Affairs Healthcare
- Case Management Leadership
Background:
- Veterans Affairs (VA) case managers are vital for veterans navigating complex healthcare systems.
- Their role involves service alignment, care planning, and supporting team-based care.
- Effective leadership in case management can enhance healthcare coordination for veterans.
Conclusions:
- There is a significant gap in the literature regarding VA case manager leadership.
- The 2018 MISSION Act increases complexity in coordinating veteran care.
- Further research into leadership elements is essential for optimizing veteran healthcare services.
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