Unlocking New Paths for Cardiac Care: A Practical Guide to Implementing Echocardiogram Services

In today’s competitive and value-based healthcare environment, organizations are facing increasing pressure to deliver high-quality, cost-effective care that not only meets or exceeds industry standards but also enhances patient outcomes and satisfaction.

Cardiovascular health is a critical focus area directly impacting numerous quality metrics, including patient satisfaction, patient outcomes and Healthcare Effectiveness Data and Information Set (HEDIS) measures. Echocardiograms, a crucial diagnostic tool for evaluating heart function, have become an essential component of comprehensive cardiovascular care.

However, many organizations struggle with implementing timely, convenient and cost-effective echocardiogram services. Barriers such as limited access to skilled personnel, high outsourcing costs and the logistical complexities of care delivery hinder the ability to offer these crucial diagnostics.

This webinar will review strategies and approaches for organizations considering potential implementation of echocardiogram programs. The expert presenters will explore the profound benefits of providing these services, including improved patient care, enhanced operational efficiency and increased financial sustainability. Participants will gain insight into the following key topics:

• The integral role of echocardiograms in early heart disease detection and ongoing cardiac care management
• Current gaps in access to echocardiogram services and how echo programs can bridge these gaps
• Innovative staffing models and advanced technologies, including artificial intelligence (AI)-enhanced echocardiography tools, which streamline the echocardiogram workflow
• Practical steps to successfully implement and scale an echocardiogram program

Join this informative webinar and discover how echocardiogram programs can enhance quality of care, improve patient experiences and positively impact financial and operational performance of healthcare organizations.

Speakers

Dr. Erik Abel, PharmD, MBA, VP of Clinical Strategy & Innovation, Caption Care

Dr. Erik Abel is a seasoned Vice President of Clinical Strategy and Innovation, with over 17 years of expertise spanning provider, payor and life sciences domains. He has always operated at the intersection of clinical development, technology solutions and executing in the business of healthcare.

As a healthcare visionary, Dr. Abel’s efforts are driven by a mission to pioneer clinical and business solutions that transcend barriers in healthcare. His deep commitment is focused on navigating the complex and dynamic healthcare landscape to promote proactive, equitable, accessible and affordable care.

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As a trusted executive and sought-after advisor for stakeholder engagement, Dr. Abel excels in crafting impactful strategies that ‘connect the dots,’ facilitating a bridge between payors and providers. Beyond his executive roles, Dr. Abel is acknowledged as a published clinical scholar and holds the esteemed title of certified Epic® Physician Builder-Analytics.

His extensive experience includes pioneering value-based care solutions and innovations, underscored by over 30 national and regional industry presentations. Dr. Abel’s influence extends to academia, with a robust portfolio of over 40 peer-reviewed publications and chapters, showcasing his commitment to advancing healthcare through research and practical application.

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Dr. Daniel Bensimhon, MD, Medical Director Advanced HF & Mechanical Support Program, Cone Health

Dr. Daniel Bensimhon, MD, is a Duke-trained advanced heart failure cardiologist who serves as the Medical Director of the Advanced HF & Mechanical Circulatory Support Program at Cone Health, a six-hospital system in central North Carolina. He is a former member of the Development and Education Committees of the Heart Failure Society of America and is on the board of the LeBauer-Brodie CV Research Foundation.

Dr. Bensimhon’s current research interest is leveraging technology to optimize the care of patients with heart failure. He serves as a speaker and active member of scientific advisory boards for Novartis, Boehringer Ingelheim, scPharmaceuticals, Astra Zeneca, Janssen, CorStasis, AquaPass and Sensible Medical.

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Dr. Bensimhon is also the Chief Medical Officer for Caption Care, dedicated to the early detection and treatment of heart disease by leveraging AI and ultrasound technologies for high-quality, point-of-care cardiac screening, as well as the Founder of Ventricle Health, a digital-first, value-based HF platform dedicated to promoting the use of guideline-directed medical therapy for all patients with HF with a focus on the underserved.

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