What if the hospitals serving society’s most vulnerable were actually delivering some of the most essential care in the country?

In this episode, Dr. Eric Wei explores the vital role of public hospitals in serving vulnerable populations and dispelling the myth that they provide second-tier care. He discusses system improvements through Lean strategies, the challenges of Medicaid reliance, Bellevue’s historic impact, and the urgent need for universal access and investment in social determinants of health.

Tune in to learn about the powerful story of Bellevue Hospital, the fight against health care inequity, and why public hospitals deserve a place at the heart of our health care future!

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