ACoA: Recruiting, Retaining and Sustaining the Rheumatology Workforce
Nov 15, 2023
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Experts discuss strategies for recruiting and retaining rheumatology workforce, challenges in rural areas, changes in practice dynamics in Omaha, role of nurse practitioners, bureaucratic hurdles in healthcare, and strategies for reducing burnout in rheumatology.
Utilizing advanced practice providers and innovative technologies can help address the Rheumatology workforce shortage.
Balancing workload, preventing burnout, and maintaining passion are crucial for sustaining a healthy Rheumatology workforce.
Deep dives
Challenges Faced by the Rheumatology Workforce
The episode focuses on the challenges encountered by the Rheumatology Workforce, including the increased demand for care and the decreased supply of Rheumatologists. Panelists discuss strategies such as utilizing advanced practice providers, involving pharmacists in patient care, using artificial intelligence for clinic notes, and establishing new fellowship programs in underserved areas to address the workforce shortage.
Impact of Workforce Challenges on Patient Care
The discussion delves into how workforce challenges affect patient care, with longer wait times for appointments becoming a reality due to the reduced number of rheumatologists available. Panelists mention experiencing delays in patient care, with significant increases in wait times from two weeks to six months for appointments in certain regions.
Strategies to Enhance Workforce Efficiency
Strategies to enhance workforce efficiency are explored, such as utilizing advanced practice providers to help manage patient care and implementing innovative approaches like e-consults and leveraging artificial intelligence to streamline note-taking processes. The aim is to reduce administrative burdens and ensure that patients receive timely and effective care.
Balancing Workload and Preventing Burnout
Balancing workload and preventing burnout emerge as critical issues discussed in the episode. The panelists share personal experiences with managing workload demands, implementing solutions to prevent burnout, and emphasizing the importance of maintaining passion for rheumatology to navigate challenges effectively and sustain a healthy workforce.
We are LIVE from the San Diego Convention Center with Dr. Snow, Dr. Bulbin, and Dr. Phillips, fresh from their presentation at Convergence 2023 regarding the recruitment and retention of our rheumatology workforce!
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