Vital Signs with Jacob Effron and Nikhil Krishnan
Ep 43: Former Secretary of Veterans Affairs Dr. David Shulkin on Transforming the VA & Getting Public-Private Partnerships Right
Apr 23, 2024
Former Secretary of Veterans Affairs Dr. David Shulkin discusses innovating within the VA, access to healthcare for veterans, setting priorities as a leader, EHR rollout, successful startups in the VA, changes in medical education, applications of AI in healthcare, and more with hosts Jacob and Nikhil.
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Quick takeaways
- Dr. Shulkin emphasized fixing VA issues over privatization due to superior comprehensive care.
- VA faced challenges in meeting healthcare demand, using telehealth and expanded practice authority strategies.
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Overview of the VA and its Divisions
The VA consists of three main administrations: cemeteries, benefits administration, and healthcare. The cemeteries ensure veterans receive proper respect even after death. The benefits administration provides support programs like home loans and the GI Bill. The Health Administration delivers healthcare through a vast network of facilities, providing a range of services from preventative care to acute and long-term care.
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