Health equity in the U.S. remains a significant challenge, with underserved communities facing disparities in care, prompting hospitals and healthcare providers to focus on addressing social determinants of health and unconscious biases. Advancing health equity requires healthcare providers to raise awareness about implicit biases, collaborate with local organizations, and implement community-centered strategies that ensure access for all. Learn more in The 2024 Hospital Focus: Navigating Five Major Healthcare Trends white paper.
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Leslie Basham
Leslie is passionate about partnering with healthcare executives to improve the health and wellbeing of the communities they serve, while profitably growing their organizations. As President and CEO of Surgical Directions, Leslie is responsible for building meaningful relationships with clinicians and administrators, ensuring high quality work and insights, and delivering measurable outcomes.
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