Beyond Traditional Contracts: How Hospitals are Saving Millions with Partnerships

In this episode of the American Journal of Healthcare Strategy, host Cole interviews healthcare consultant John Sun, Chief Growth Officer at Sun Curating Group in San Antonio, Texas. With over 31 years of federal government experience and 22 years in healthcare, Sun shares his insights on the current challenges in healthcare policy, particularly in mental health and telehealth. He emphasizes the importance of aligning policies with community needs and leveraging public-private partnerships to improve healthcare access, especially in rural and Native American communities. Sun also discusses the role of technology, sustainable contracting mechanisms, and the significance of listening to and co-creating solutions with local communities. 00:00 Introduction and Overview 00:43 Meet the Expert: John Sun 01:47 Current Challenges in Healthcare Policy 02:11 Telehealth and Policy Evolution 03:39 Rural Health and Broadband Issues 08:25 Public-Private Partnerships in Healthcare 09:38 Sustainable Solutions for Healthcare 14:04 Challenges and Opportunities in Healthcare 22:00 The Importance of Collaboration 23:52 Conclusion and Final Thoughts