Healthcare Uprising

In this 15 Minute Fix, Katherine Van Tassel, Director of Behavioral Health Consulting at GBS Benefits, discusses the critical importance of mental health programs in the workplace. She highlights the evolving landscape of mental health awareness, the challenges employers face in implementing effective solutions, and the need for ongoing education and support for both employers and employees. Katherine emphasizes the significance of...

In this episode, Anya Askew returns to share her personal journey through domestic abuse, shedding light on the complexities of leaving an abusive relationship and the challenges faced within the legal system. The conversation emphasizes the importance of community support, mental health, and the need for legislative changes to protect victims. Anya's story serves as a powerful reminder of the courage it takes to speak up and seek ...

In this episode, we explore the often overlooked issue of medication errors in pediatric care—especially for children with multiple or chronic conditions. These fragile patients face serious risks, and even minor prescription mistakes can have major consequences. With better medication management and expert support, we can create meaningful change for vulnerable children and their families. Like women’s health, pediatrics has long ...

In this episode, we dive into how value-based care is evolving to better support overextended providers caring for patients with chronic conditions—those who account for the highest costs despite being a small portion of the population. Technology like remote monitoring and app-based tracking is helping patients stay well and avoid ER visits. We also highlight how Welby takes a smarter approach by partnering directly with larger pr...

You don’t often hear about disruption in the pharmacy space, but Mako Rx is changing that by tackling one of the industry’s most pressing issues: cost. In a first-world country, it’s alarming—and unacceptable—that people are skipping medications simply because they can’t afford them. Mako Rx’s partnership with Proactive MD represents a powerful path forward, enabling access to a larger patient population, which is essential for dri...

Michael Perry, CRNA, APRN, is the founder and owner of Comprehensive Pain Center in Omaha, Nebraska. With nearly 50 years of experience, he has trained under leading experts in pain management, becoming a highly respected provider in the field. In one of our bonus human stories, Stacey Meade shares how Michael transformed her husband Tom’s care after his diagnosis with trigeminal neuralgia—often called the “suicide disease.” Michae...