Negative Pressure Wound Therapy: Deciphering the Advancement of Optimal Implementation
Sponsored by
Smith and Nephew
February 17, 2022
In 2014, 17.2 million U.S. hospital visits were due to acute wounds,1 with the most common chronic wounds including venous leg ulcers (VLU), diabetic foot ulcers (DFU), and pressure ulcers. Wounds are ubiquitous, costly, and can negatively impact patient satisfaction and quality of life measures across the spectrum.
Negative pressure wound therapy (NPWT) was introduced in the late 20th century, ushering in a new era for wound care. While NPWT has numerous clinical benefits, optimal implementation of delivering it in the acute setting is not without its challenges.
Within this eBook, you will discover vital knowledge and strategic insight into the optimal implementation of NPWT while providing a brighter outlook for your organization’s the future.
Download now to learn more!
1. Sen CK. Human Wounds and Its Burden: An Updated Compendium of Estimates. Advances in wound care, 2019, Volume 8, Number 2.
2022 CFO Outlook for Healthcare: Finance leaders' priorities for addressing workforce, data, and costing challenges
Sponsored by
Syntellis
February 1, 2022
While organizations have enhanced their agility when adapting to sudden market changes over the past year, the volatility of the COVID-19 pandemic coupled with escalating healthcare costs, global supply chain issues, and national labor shortages hindered efforts by hospitals and health systems to regain stable financial ground.
Syntellis’ 2022 CFO Outlook for Healthcare report surveyed 420 Finance leaders and analyzed data from 1,000 hospitals and health systems to find out how they are tackling these challenges. You’ll learn:
Peer perspectives on the top challenges facing healthcare today — including labor shortages and productivity issues, insufficient data to make informed decisions, and cost management
Finance leaders’ top five focus areas for 2022 as they look to drive financial and operational efficiencies
How data and technology play a pivotal role in healthcare CFOs’ 2022 priorities
How is Your Facility Investing in Efficiency and Flexibility in 2022?
Sponsored by
CareRev
January 21, 2022
Actively protecting your revenue cycle, managing costs, and easing the strain on your facility's financial health is essential for this year’s success - and beyond.
As the new omicron variant of the coronavirus continues to spread, engaging and retaining clinical professionals will continue to be a challenge for hospitals and healthcare systems. The healthcare community was already stretched thin, and the pandemic introduced never-before-seen challenges to professionals who have long asked for better working conditions.
With this guide, you'll review 5 parts of a thorough healthcare cost analysis. Adaptability is a strength - one that can help secure the financial health of your facility.
Best Practices Guide: The Impact of Positive Patient Experience on Outcomes
Sponsored by
Kindred Hospitals
January 20, 2022
Read this eBook to learn how you can improve care effectiveness and efficiency by ensuring positive patient experiences across your provider network.
Patients are taking a greater interest in their overall health, and research is demonstrating that greater patient involvement and satisfaction yields positive outcomes. Payers, therefore, should consider provider partners with innovative programs to engage patients and families.
Key Takeaways:
3 different patient strategies involving interdisciplinary care team discussions, technologies, and post-discharge follow-up programs
Research showing the positive impact of patient engagement on outcomes, readmissions, and total cost of care
Case study of how one LTACH is implementing patient engagement strategies in their hospitals
eBook: Step-by-Step Guide: How to Master Rollout of a Secure Messaging App
Sponsored by
Spok
January 17, 2022
Does your secure messaging initiative support overall hospital goals?
Secure messaging should be a tactic within your larger mobility plan, not the foundation of your strategy. From installation planning and implementation to choosing the best time to put the app in the hand of users - there's a lot of factors that contribute to your success.
This step-by-step guide will help you plan the rollout of a secure messaging app from start to finish, including:
Define the end results and how they will be measured