On Demand: Speaking a Common Language: Using Data to Foster Alignment Between Physicians and Administrators-Webinar Recording

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In this webinar on fostering collaboration between physicians and administrators, the speakers emphasized the need for aligning clinical, operational, and financial data to facilitate decision-making and improve healthcare outcomes. Dr. Bradley Hubbard and Hilary Nirenberg discussed the importance of using integrated data as a "single source of truth" to guide priorities, reduce subjectivity, and enhance team collaboration. They highlighted the benefits of benchmarking and real-time data analysis, sharing stories of how improved data interpretation can lead to enhanced program quality and financial outcomes. The speakers advocated for dyad leadership models where both clinical and administrative representatives review data and set objectives. They also explored challenges such as data silos, the necessity of trust between clinical and operational teams, and the value of accurate data validation. Examples included strategic initiatives that better utilized resources and improved patient outcomes, aligning incentives across hospital systems, and leveraging external data sources like Biome and MedAxiom for deeper insights. The session concluded with discussions on emerging trends and technologies, particularly the potential role of AI in healthcare data management.

Keywords

collaboration

healthcare

data integration

decision-making

dyad leadership

benchmarking

data analysis

AI in healthcare

data validation