Medical Education

Kaiser-Permanente (Kaiser is the insurer; Permanente is the medical practice group) has ten million subscribers and has been a leader in healthcare innovation, with such initiatives as the Sidney R. Garfield Health Care Innovation Center in Oakland, CA. Last December, KP announced its plan to open its own medical school in Southern California by 2019. Kaiser facilities already rely on 600 residents from other medical schools; soon, it will have its own source of new talent. “[The school will redesign physician education around strategic pillars that include providing high-quality care beyond traditional medical settings, acknowledging the central importance of collaboration and teamwork to inform treatment decisions, and addressing disparities in health.” MORE

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