LEARN FROM THE MASTERS IN DATA-DRIVEN HEALTHCARE PURCHASING: 2018 HEALTH DATAPALOOZA Lisa Woods, Sr. Director Health Care Benefits Wal-Mart Stores, Inc. Robert S. Mecklenburg, MD Medical Director, Center for Health Care Solutions Virginia Mason Medical Center, Seattle, Washington Ruth Coleman, RN, MA Founder Health Design Plus MODERATOR Laura Carabello CPR Strategic Marketing Communications Editor & Publisher: www.medicaltraveltoday.com and www.usdomesticmedicaltravel.com Thursday, April 26, 2018 10:45–12:00
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Volume 9, Issue 20: Axial Benefits Group: Full-service Benefits Company Specializing in Healthcare Purchasing Coalitions
Dear Colleagues, This month our spotlight interview highlights Michael J. Rodgers, Jr., Principal and Managing Partner of Axial Benefits Group. In this exclusive interview, we learn exactly how Axial Benefits Group successfully specializes in Healthcare Purchasing Coalitions for mid-size companies and direct contracting with hospitals and providers to build their own HMO
Spotlight: Michael J. Rodgers, Jr., Principal and Managing Partner, Axial Benefits Group
About Michael J. Rodgers, Jr. As the Principal and Managing Partner of Axial Benefits Group, Mr. Rodgers brings his extensive background in health and welfare plans to Axial's clients. He has been pioneering Healthcare Purchasing Coalitions since 2009 specializing in assisting medium and large corporations, many of whom have multi-state locations, with the development
Volume 9, Issue 20: Industry News
PRESS REALSE: MUNICH AIRPORT AND LUFTHANSA START TESTING OF HUMANOID ROBOT IN TERMINAL 2 "Josie Pepper" to provide information to passengers. February 15, 2018 - She is 120 centimeters tall, with sparkling, round eyes and a pleasant voice: Starting today, "Josie Pepper" the robot will be answering questions for passengers in
Volume 9, Issue 20: News in Review
Cancer Survival Rates Vary Across the World HealthDay.com - Cancer survival rates are improving worldwide, but poorer countries are seeing less improvement than wealthier ones, a new study shows. First Dubai International Medical Tourism Forum Traveltradeweekly.travel - Themed Reimagining Experience, the first Dubai International Medical Tourism Forum is taking place on February 20
Volume 9, Issue 19: The Emerging Health & Travel Insurance Company and Agency You Want to Know About
Dear Colleagues, This month our Spotlight Interview highlights Griselle Chernys, CEO, PayerFusion Holdings and WellAway Limited. With 30+ years’ experience, Chernys, is one of the most honored healthcare administrators and healthcare management entrepreneurs in the field today. Read on to learn about the fascinating dynamics of WellAway Limited, a unique company that provides
SPOTLIGHT: Griselle Chernys, CEO, PayerFusion Holdings and WellAway Limited
About Griselle Chernys Griselle Chernys, is one of the most honored healthcare administrators and healthcare management entrepreneurs in the field today. She has 30+ years’ experience across all stakeholder perspectives in health-care, from hospital administration and claims administration to physician practice management and revenue cycle models for both insurers
Industry News: Volume 9, Issue 19
Why Should You Travel for Hip Surgery? Guest Post By: Jennifer Dawson, editor, Defend Your Health Hip injuries are surprisingly common, particularly in older people, but they are also a common sports injury. Osteoporosis in older adults is caused by the weakening of the bones and decrease in bone density. To help
News In Review: Volume 9, Issue 19
Medical Tourism Dips Due to Mismanagement Financialtribune.com –The number of medical tourists to Iran has declined in the first half of the current fiscal year (started March 21) due to the lack of organized services that led to fraudulent activities in the sector, Iran's top tourism authority said. Why the
Volume 9, Issue 18: Global Healthcare Connections, Inc: Canada’s Medical Tourism Leader
Dear Colleagues, This month our spotlight interview highlights Adele Kulyk, CEO and Founder, Global Healthcare Connections, Inc., Canadian owned and operated Medical Travel and Tourism Agency. As a recognized leader in the International Medical Travel Industry, they are known globally for their extensive knowledge of the Canadian Healthcare System and how to connect to the Canadian patient. We’re