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Cost-Effective Medicine: International Insights


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In this episode of "We Fixed It, You're Welcome" the hosts tackle the complex issue of healthcare reform, comparing the integrated model of Kaiser Permanente with Mexico's private healthcare system.

Guest Eduardo Verboonen Khoury, co-president of Hospitales Mac, shares insights on delivering high-quality care at lower costs through innovative practices and incentives.

The discussion explores topics such as technology integration, billing efficiency, doctor accessibility, and preventive care. The panel debates whether elements of Mexico's private healthcare model could be applied to improve systems in the US and Canada, addressing challenges like wait times, cost transparency, and doctor shortages.

While not claiming to have all the answers, the conversation highlights actionable insights for healthcare improvement across borders.Challenges in US Healthcare

  • Discussion of soaring costs, uneven access, and bureaucracy in the US healthcare system.
  • Comparison with Mexico's private systems like Hospitales Mac, offering quality care at lower costs.
  • Hospitales Mac's Approach

    • Eduardo explains the company's mission to provide high-quality, affordable healthcare.
    • Focus on efficiency, flexibility, and maintaining high-quality standards.
    • Innovative Cost-Saving Strategies

      • Direct negotiations with suppliers and providers to reduce costs.
      • In-house construction and real estate management for hospitals.
      • Emphasis on repairing and refurbishing equipment instead of replacing.
      • Technology Integration in Healthcare

        • Use of AI in CAD labs to optimize procedures and reduce costs.
        • Streamlined billing processes with insurance companies, reducing claim closure time.
        • Doctor Incentives and Accessibility

          • Implementation of a call role system for doctors to ensure quick access for patients.
          • Building medical towers adjacent to hospitals for improved doctor accessibility.
          • Preventive Care and Future Challenges

            • Acknowledgment of the need to improve preventive care in Mexico.
            • Discussion on scalability challenges for both Hospitales Mac and Kaiser Permanente.
            • Comparison with US and Canadian Healthcare Systems

              • Exploration of how Hospitales Mac's model could potentially address issues in US and Canadian healthcare.
              • Discussion on the possibility of integrating private healthcare models with public systems.
              • Key Takeaways and Future Outlook

                • Emphasis on continuous improvement and innovation in healthcare delivery.
                • Potential for cross-border learning and adaptation of successful healthcare strategies.
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