Diabetes is a national health problem that disproportionately impacts minority and low-income communities and yet one in five people don’t know they have it. At Alameda Health System (AHS) a recent study led to quality improvements that empowered diabetic patients with the education, resources, and diabetes management tools and helped increase revenue. Nicky Reynicke, RN [...]

Left to Right - Enrique Sanchez Peña and Victoria Lee Shared decision-making and strong communication skills are essential for creating a positive patient-provider relationship that leads to better health care outcomes. Investing in a culture that values the patient’s voice is the cornerstone of the Pre-Medical Student Health Coach Program at [...]