

The Return of Home-based Healthcare
Jun 12, 2020
In this discussion, guest Vijay Kedar, CEO of Tomorrow Health, explores the re-emerging trend of home-based healthcare, especially post-COVID-19. Julie Yoo and Sachin Jain highlight the logistical challenges in transitioning from hospital to home care, emphasizing the need for innovative solutions. They reflect on patient-centric care versus provider-focused models and tackle the misconceptions surrounding healthcare consumerism. The trio advocates for holistic approaches that integrate community support and prioritize compassion in patient care.
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History of Healthcare Delivery
- Healthcare delivery shifted from homes to hospitals due to equipment and incentives.
- Rising demand for home-based care now clashes with inadequate infrastructure.
Provider-Centric Model
- Current healthcare systems prioritize physician time, requiring patients to adapt.
- Home-based care reverses this, prioritizing patient convenience and needs.
Manual Processes in Healthcare
- Many healthcare processes rely on outdated, in-person practices like Xeroxing insurance cards.
- The pandemic exposed the need for digital solutions, like DocuSign, which some doctors just started using.