Joel Philippsen, Director of Marketing and WellConnect at Columbus Regional Health, spotlights consumer-centered innovation from the health system point of view. Joel helps us connect the dots between aspects of the consumer experience that can sometimes be overshadowed but can have a high impact on meeting the expectations of those receiving care. 

All that, plus the Flava of the Week about the Empowerment Zone. Can this concept help to evolve the conversation around whether people are patients or consumers, and can this mindset help us keep our focus where it should be — on better health and wellness? Thanks to Lonnie Hirsch for this thought-provoking post. 

This show is produced by Shift Forward Health, the consumer advisory firm that partners with you to operationalize consumer-first health. (#305)

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