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Welcome to TCN Talks. This podcast is designed to be a pithy, talk of relevant need to know to help you in your role in hospice palliative care serious illness care.
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Dive headfirst into the complex world of hospice pharmacy care with Drew Mihalyo, the President of Pharmacy at Delta Care Rx, guiding us through the intricate landscape of medication procurement and cost-saving strategies. Drew's dedication to transparency has transformed how hospices purchase prescriptions, allowing them to pass on substantial savings to those facing life's final chapter. Our conversation lays bare the concept of 'hospice pharmacy deserts' and underscores the pivotal role of...
Discover the pulse of hospice and palliative care as I, alongside Mark Cohen, unravel the complexities and triumphs of the industry's latest happenings. We've curated a compelling lineup of topics that promise to enrich your understanding of the field, from the stark disparities in cancer rates within the LGBTQ+ community to the ongoing struggles Black Americans face in serious illness care. As local newsrooms face cutbacks, we shed light on alternative ways hospice providers can remain...
Judi Lund Person, former vice president of regulatory and compliance at NHPCO, shares her journey into the hospice industry and her passion for ensuring patients and families receive the care they need and want.Judi emphasizes the importance of addressing bad hospice care and uncovering fraud and abuse in the industry. She discusses the proposed changes in the 2025 Hospice Wage Index and Payment Conditions, including the implementation of the HOPE tool and the revised hospice cap survey...
In this week’s podcast Mark Cohen joins me once more for the Top News Stories for the prior month. This is a new format as Mark has retired from publishing the Hospice News Today as he has transitioned it to Cordt Kassner and the daily publication has been rebranded as Hospice and Palliative Care Today. You can subscribe for free here: https://www.hospicepalliativecaretoday.com/With this new format Mark and Chris highlight the top news stories you should not have missed each...
When Samira K. Beckwith graces our mic, you're not just hearing from a healthcare visionary; you're learning from a powerhouse who transformed her battle with Hodgkin’s disease into a beacon of hope for hospice and palliative care. Her journey, shaped by personal trials and the work of legends like Kubler-Ross and Dame Cicely Saunders, has redefined what compassionate care looks like at life's end. Join us as Samira unfolds the narrative of her life's work, mentoring future leaders and innova...
Discover the transformative power of hospice and palliative care as Dr. Katy Lanz, a pioneer in the field, joins me, Chris Comeaux, for a riveting conversation on the industry's future. As the founder of TopSite Partners, Dr. Lanz offers her wealth of knowledge, taking us through the industry's evolution with a particular focus on how "substitution competition" is paving the way for innovative collaborative opportunities. Her insights provide a roadmap for navigating the changing tides with i...
Navigating the complexities of hospice and palliative care takes a special blend of compassion and knowledge. Join us as Cordt Kassner, a true pioneer with a career spanning over a quarter of a century, shares his experiential treasure trove. Cordt, now at the helm of Hospice and Palliative Care Today, brings his research acumen from the University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Center to the forefront, discussing the vital role of daily newsletters in keeping industry professionals...
Join us on TCNtalks as we welcome back one of the most sought after consultants in the serious illness space, Peter Benjamin, partner at the Huntington Consulting Group, for a compelling discussion on the pivotal shifts occurring in hospice care.Listen in as Peter, with his 45-year tenure mirroring the evolution of hospice in the United States, offers his seasoned perspective on how these community-based providers can navigate and flourish through the transformative years ahead. His reflectio...
In this week’s podcast, Mark Cohen joins Chris Comeaux again for the Top News Stories of the prior month. This is a new format as Mark has retired from publishing the Hospice News Today as he has transitioned it to Cordt Kassner and the daily publication has been rebranded as Hospice and Palliative Care Today. You can subscribe for free here: www.hospicepalliativecaretoday.comWith this new format, Mark and Chris highlight the top news stories you don't want to miss, each fro...
When the ideals of hospice care—the very essence of compassion and dignity at life's end—are at stake, it's time for a hard look at the truths we're facing. That's just what we do as I sit with Dr. Ira Byock, a visionary in hospice and palliative care, to address the heartache and hope within this critical healthcare sector. Dr. Byock, with his transformative book "The Four Things That Matter Most," guides us through the noble roots of hospice care and into the thick of its current crisis, ur...
As the year winds down, Mark Cohen joins me once more, bringing the warmth of the holidays to our discussion before we peer into the shifting tides of hospice and palliative care. Our conversation begins with the merriment of jazz in Montreal and quickly pivots to the sobering realities of the healthcare sector. From the scrutiny of nursing homes to the reshaping forces of industry mergers, we unpack the transformative events that are molding the future of end-of-life care.Mark and I then cas...
Join the celebration as we mark a monumental year at TCN Talks, hitting an impressive 5,000 listeners milestone! This episode is a heartfelt thank you, packed with gratitude for your steadfast support, and a retrospective of the most powerful moments and conversations that have shaped the past year. Sheila Burke's expertise sheds light on staffing challenges within hospice care, while Peter Benjamin offers a glimpse into the future of our industry. Katie Lanz's innovative consulting work, inc...
Get ready to redefine your understanding of healthcare as we engage in a stimulating discussion with Bob Tavares, the Chief Commercial Officer at HealthPivots. With over 25 years of experience and a firm focus on serious illness care, Tavares enlightens us about the transformative powers of technology, particularly within the realm of hospice care. As we dissect the crucial role of data in service improvement and the importance of fostering data literacy among HealthPivots clients, you'll gai...
Do you ever sense déjà vu when reading hospice news? Is the content so monotonous that it feels like you are on a never-ending treadmill? That's what Mark Cohen and I, Chris Comeaux, explore this month on TCNtalks, specifically focusing on Hospice Month and the need to transform dull writing into impactful narratives. We delve into the importance of seasoned writers and the power of mentorship in creating engaging articles. As the conversation unfolds, we focus on the significant healthc...
The healthcare landscape is evolving, and at the center of this transformation is a renewed focus on that which should be most important: the patient and family we serve. This podcast episode's primary theme features Carole Fisher, President of the National Partnership for Healthcare and Hospice Innovation (NPHI), and Bill Keane, Vice President and Director of Strategy at Emergence. The conversation delves into the current state of healthcare, particularly end-of-life care, and th...
In this podcast, Chris continues the monthly program that will be airing throughout 2023. Mark Cohen is the Editor & Publisher of Hospice News Today, an essential news and issues management briefing published 365 days a year for hospice leaders. Cohen is also the Principal of his strategic communications firm, Cohen-Fyfe Communications. Mark spends hours each day reviewing and abstracting articles that make up his daily news brief, Hospice News Today. In this monthl...
In the realm of healthcare, the need for specialized care for Alzheimer's and Dementia patients has never been more pressing. As the world continues to grapple with the complexities of these conditions, innovations and shifts in care models are needed. In this podcast episode imagine a future where Alzheimer's and Dementia care is not just an afterthought but a priority. This episode will take you on an insightful journey into the world of Dementia care, spotlighting the groundbreaking work o...
Imagine having an intimate chat with Dr. Joan Teno, a leading adjunct professor at Brown University, and one of the long-standing researchers in the hospice and palliative care space. In this podcast we shed light based on research and data regarding quality and satisfaction in hospice. It's not every day you get the chance to dig into such a vital topic with someone of her caliber. In our candid conversation, Dr Teno shares her extensive career experiences, incredible research findings...
Ever wondered about the implications of 'no comment' during a media frenzy? Our enlightening podcast with Mark Cohen, Editor & Publisher of Hospice News Today, and Principal, Cohen-Fyfe Communications, is set to shed some light on this. We dissect the fallout of negative press and how the refusal to engage can paint an unintentional picture of guilt. Moreover, we provide a comprehensive review of the September's top news stories in the hospice and palliative care space, ...
A heartfelt reunion with Julie Kennedy Oehlert, a DMP RN and Chief Experience and Brand Officer at ECU Health, sparks an illuminating discussion on love and leadership in healthcare. Having once shared the corridors of Studer Group, our professional paths converge again as we delve into Julie's profound impact on the healthcare sector. Her keynote speech at MPHI's Las Vegas summit, “What’s Love Got to Do With It,” forms the fulcrum of our conversation, underscoring the significanc...
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