Exploring the Future of Pediatrics with Dr. Chan

In this episode, the host welcomes Dr. Chan, a pediatrician and dual MD/MBA based in Washington, D.C. They discuss the declining interest in pediatrics among new doctors, Dr. Chan's career journey, and how his Six Sigma expertise contributes to pediatric care. Key topics include the complexities of balancing administrative burdens with effective patient care, the impact of reimbursement and student debt on specialty choices, and potential solutions for managing chronic diseases in children. They delve into the importance of aligning healthcare practices with evolving demographics and upcoming medical technologies, while also addressing the current challenges within the healthcare system, such as fee structures and healthcare disparities.

00:00 Introduction and Today's Agenda
00:13 Meet Dr. Chan: A Pediatrician's Journey
01:53 The MBA Decision: Balancing Medicine and Business
03:30 Understanding Six Sigma in Healthcare
09:02 Challenges in Pediatric Practice
10:10 The Impact of Bright Futures Guidelines
18:00 Reimbursement and Burnout in Pediatrics
34:52 Value-Based Metrics in Pediatric Care
35:45 Accountability and Chronic Disease Management
37:18 Quality Incentive Programs and Capitation
38:20 Work-Life Balance in Pediatrics
41:06 Challenges in Pediatric Practice
46:15 Access to Care and Social Determinants of Health
59:22 Future of Pediatrics and Final Thoughts

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The Pediatric Lounge - A Podcast taking you behind the door of the Physician's Lounge to get a deeper insight into what docs are talking about today, from the clinically profound to the wonderfully routine...and everything in between.

The conversations are not intended as medical advice, and the opinions expressed are solely those of the host and guest.