A. O. Sullivan Excellence in Education award honors an organization or entity that has developed and implemented programs which increase the level of knowledge, education, and career opportunity within a healthcare environment.
This year, the award was presented to The Cardinal Hill Therapeutic Garden Program. Cardinal Hill’s staff believe that in order to promote the motto "give ability a chance” all therapeutic interventions should be explored. With this in mind, they started the Therapeutic Garden program with the idea to create a space for clients to engage in meaningful activities outdoors as part of their therapy program. Thanks to a grant from the Junior League of Lexington, Cardinal Hill was able to create a place staff could bring clients for therapy that expanded the traditional opportunities for rehabilitation.
Friday, March 20, 2009
The Innovation Award - Center for Healthcare Reimbursement
The Innovation Award is presented to an individual, organization, or entity that has positively impacted healthcare delivery costs through the development, design or implementation of new technology.
This year, the Innovation Award was presented to The Center for Healthcare Reimbursement. Shawn Herbig, President and Founder, accepted the award.
The Center for Healthcare Reimbursement focuses on physician reimbursement, a contentious subject throughout the history of managed care. Providers typically believe that reimbursement is too low, while payers assert that the reimbursement is fair or even over compensated. Through their proprietary process for data collection and analysis The Center for Healthcare Reimbursement bring transparency of pricing information to the forefront and as a result are changing the way payers and providers view the negotiation process.
This year, the Innovation Award was presented to The Center for Healthcare Reimbursement. Shawn Herbig, President and Founder, accepted the award.
The Center for Healthcare Reimbursement focuses on physician reimbursement, a contentious subject throughout the history of managed care. Providers typically believe that reimbursement is too low, while payers assert that the reimbursement is fair or even over compensated. Through their proprietary process for data collection and analysis The Center for Healthcare Reimbursement bring transparency of pricing information to the forefront and as a result are changing the way payers and providers view the negotiation process.
Physician of the Year - Dr. Elizabeth Garcia-Gray
The Physician of the year recognizes a physician who has demonstrated outstanding leadership on a local, state or national level to improve accessibility, affordability and quality of healthcare in our region.
This year, the award was presented to Dr. Elizabeth Garcia-Gray, Chief of Child Psychiatry at Seven Counties Services.
Dr. Garcia-Gray’s philosophy concerning healing is evident in her three-fold approach to her life’s work: tackling immediate needs, eradicating the sources of the problems and providing relief to others on the front lines. As the Chief of Child Psychiatry for Seven Counties Services, she directs treatment and care for thousands of young people with severe mental illness, addictions and severe emotional and behavioral issues in our communities.
This year, the award was presented to Dr. Elizabeth Garcia-Gray, Chief of Child Psychiatry at Seven Counties Services.
Dr. Garcia-Gray’s philosophy concerning healing is evident in her three-fold approach to her life’s work: tackling immediate needs, eradicating the sources of the problems and providing relief to others on the front lines. As the Chief of Child Psychiatry for Seven Counties Services, she directs treatment and care for thousands of young people with severe mental illness, addictions and severe emotional and behavioral issues in our communities.
The Governor's Dignity of Humanity Award - Seven Counties Services
Governor’s Dignity of Humanity Award is presented to a non-profit organization or foundation that through its mission and actions has improved availability or access to healthcare services for our region’s underserved or vulnerable populations.
This year, the award was presented to Seven Counties Services. Dr. Howard Bracco accepted the award.
Seven Counties Services delivers a wide array of services and programs to a vulnerable population of individuals, who suffer a mental illness, live with a developmental disability, wrestle an addiction or are victims or perpetrators of abuse. With twenty service locations spanning seven KY counties, Seven Counties’ 1200 employees and 300 volunteers serve 32,000 individuals of all age groups and, principally, those who have few or no resources of their own. Seven Counties helps improves lives one at a time. Quite simply, they help individuals maintain or recapture their dignity.
This year, the award was presented to Seven Counties Services. Dr. Howard Bracco accepted the award.
Seven Counties Services delivers a wide array of services and programs to a vulnerable population of individuals, who suffer a mental illness, live with a developmental disability, wrestle an addiction or are victims or perpetrators of abuse. With twenty service locations spanning seven KY counties, Seven Counties’ 1200 employees and 300 volunteers serve 32,000 individuals of all age groups and, principally, those who have few or no resources of their own. Seven Counties helps improves lives one at a time. Quite simply, they help individuals maintain or recapture their dignity.
The Facility Design Award - Luckett & Farley
The Facility Design Award honors an individual or organization that has designed, built or implemented the most innovative facility within the region, utilizing the latest techniques available within a healthcare environment.
This year, the Facility Design Award was presented to Luckett & Farley for the Fleming County Hospital project. Rural healthcare providers are challenged with attracting and retaining skilled professionals while maintaining facilities that are efficient, flexible and patient-friendly. The new 52-bed healthcare center at Fleming County Hospital was designed to fulfill these needs with an innovative state-of-the-art facility with all the amenities, services and style found in a metropolitan hospital. Dedication to state-of-the-art care and improved patient experience are apparent throughout this facility.
This year, the Facility Design Award was presented to Luckett & Farley for the Fleming County Hospital project. Rural healthcare providers are challenged with attracting and retaining skilled professionals while maintaining facilities that are efficient, flexible and patient-friendly. The new 52-bed healthcare center at Fleming County Hospital was designed to fulfill these needs with an innovative state-of-the-art facility with all the amenities, services and style found in a metropolitan hospital. Dedication to state-of-the-art care and improved patient experience are apparent throughout this facility.
The Leadership Award - Dr. Hieu Tran
The Leadership Award is presented to an individual, organization or entity demonstrating outstanding leadership in a healthcare environment, resulting in the improved quality, efficiency and delivery of healthcare.
This year, the award was presented to Dr. Hieu Tran, Dean of the Sullivan University College of Pharmacy. Dr. Tran came to Louisville in October of 2006 as founding Dean of Sullivan University College of Pharmacy, only the second in Kentucky, and has shaped it from scratch, shepherding its formation and accreditation, achieved in the shortest possible time. He hired an international, highly educated faculty, and before the College’s doors were open, he recruited the first class of students aspiring to the degree of Doctor of Pharmacy, who started classes on July 7, 2008.
This year, the award was presented to Dr. Hieu Tran, Dean of the Sullivan University College of Pharmacy. Dr. Tran came to Louisville in October of 2006 as founding Dean of Sullivan University College of Pharmacy, only the second in Kentucky, and has shaped it from scratch, shepherding its formation and accreditation, achieved in the shortest possible time. He hired an international, highly educated faculty, and before the College’s doors were open, he recruited the first class of students aspiring to the degree of Doctor of Pharmacy, who started classes on July 7, 2008.
Thursday, March 19, 2009
The Healthcare Advocacy Award - Dr. O'Tayo Lalude
The Healthcare Advocacy Award is presented to an individual, organization or entity that is an effective advocate at the local, state or national level concerning issues such as, but not limited to, access to care for all patients regardless of ability to pay, and initiatives that support healthy lifestyles and improved health in their communities.
This year's recipient was Dr. O'Tayo Lalude. Dr.Lalude, a nationally recognized expert and member of the Jewish Hospital & St. Mary’s HealthCare Physician Group. He has responded to the urgent need for diabetes management and prevention in the high-risk West Louisville population. The Center minimizes the chances for the negative health consequences from diabetes in the at-risk population, and provides training for health professionals in a range of educational and diagnostic criteria.
This year's recipient was Dr. O'Tayo Lalude. Dr.Lalude, a nationally recognized expert and member of the Jewish Hospital & St. Mary’s HealthCare Physician Group. He has responded to the urgent need for diabetes management and prevention in the high-risk West Louisville population. The Center minimizes the chances for the negative health consequences from diabetes in the at-risk population, and provides training for health professionals in a range of educational and diagnostic criteria.
The Consumer First Award - Baptist Hospital East Cancer Care Center
The Consumer First Award is presented to an individual, organization or entity that has demonstrated the most “consumer friendly” program(s) or facility within a healthcare environment.
This year, the award was presented to Baptist Hospital East Cancer Care Center. The Baptist Hospital East Cancer Care Center ranks in the top 10% nationwide in patient satisfaction. The belief that technology may cure the cancer, but it is caring that heals the spirit, is very evident in the center’s design and in the attitude of the staff. Patients have access to top specialists in the field, cutting-edge equipment and yes, a prayer journal in the gathering room that helps many vent their fears.
The award was accepted by Karen Newman, Vice President of Baptist Hospital East and Chief Nursing Officer.
This year, the award was presented to Baptist Hospital East Cancer Care Center. The Baptist Hospital East Cancer Care Center ranks in the top 10% nationwide in patient satisfaction. The belief that technology may cure the cancer, but it is caring that heals the spirit, is very evident in the center’s design and in the attitude of the staff. Patients have access to top specialists in the field, cutting-edge equipment and yes, a prayer journal in the gathering room that helps many vent their fears.
The award was accepted by Karen Newman, Vice President of Baptist Hospital East and Chief Nursing Officer.
Tuesday, March 17, 2009
MediStar Awards
On March 12, 2009, Medical News hosted the annual MediStar Awards Gala at the Kentucky Center. This event recognized 8 outstanding individuals and organizations that make a significant contribution to the business of healthcare in Kentucky and Southern Indiana.
Awards were handed out in the following categories:
The "Leadership" Award
The "Innovation" Award
The "Healthcare Advocacy" Award - Sponsored by Seven Counties Services, Inc.
The "Physician of the Year" Award
The "Consumer First" Award
The "A.O. Sullivan Excellence in Education" Award - Sponsored by Sullivan University
The "Facility Design" Award
The Governor's "Dignity of Humanity" Award - Sponsored by Passport Health Plan, AmeriHealth Mercy
I will do additional posts on each of the award winners and include some more information on the award.
Congratulations to all of the MediStar Award winners.
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