There are non-infectious diseases that are destroying millions of lives at this very moment. One of these diseases is preventable; another mostly can be prevented; and the third is completely out of our control and threatens the lives of millions.
Delos M. Cosgrove, MD
Delos M. Cosgrove, MD, is President and CEO of Cleveland Clinic. As CEO, Dr. Cosgrove presides over a $6.2 billion healthcare system comprised of a main campus near downtown Cleveland, more than 75 Northern Ohio outpatient locations, including 16 full-service Family Health Centers, Cleveland Clinic Florida, the Lou Ruvo Center for Brain Health in Las Vegas, Cleveland Clinic Canada, and, currently under construction, Cleveland Clinic Abu Dhabi.
Makeover: ‘Employees’ to ‘Caregivers’
Six years ago, Cleveland Clinic got rid of all its employees. We had 40,000 people on our payroll. But as of 2006, we no longer called them “employees.” They became “caregivers.”
How a Healthier Lifestyle Will Reduce the Deficit
Our nation faces two grave challenges: the federal deficit and the rising cost of healthcare. Cleveland Clinic President and CEO, Delos M. Cosgrove, MD, says both can be addressed by improving our collective health.
The Great Consolidation Begins
Why are hospitals and medical centers across America looking for ways to collaborate and consolidate their resources? Because, high volume medical centers can produce better outcomes and provide more effective care.
Healthcare: A Galaxy of Feelings
How do caregivers go beyond the technical aspects of treatment to shape a patient’s experience? It is a lot of small, yet mighty things that add up to patients feeling empathy.
Choppers Fly in War and Peace (Video)
Cleveland Clinic CEO and President, Delos M. Cosgrove, MD, discusses how the Critical Care Transport team, which consists of fleets of helicopters, aircraft and more, reach patients in need.
Time to Think Anew in Healthcare
Cleveland Clinic CEO and President, Delos M. Cosgrove, MD, discusses how partnership with retailers, including Lowe’s and Walmart, has lowered costs while improving quality.
A ‘Magic Bullet’ for Healthcare Costs
Cleveland Clinic CEO and President, Delos M. Cosgrove, MD, discusses how 75 percent of U.S. healthcare costs are spent treating heart disease, cancer, stroke, lung disease and diabetes – all entirely preventable conditions.
One Question That Changed Our Organization
Cleveland Clinic CEO and President, Delos M. Cosgrove, MD, discusses what it means embrace empathy as a hospital system.
The Future of Healthcare: Not Enough Doctors
Cleveland Clinic CEO and President, Delos M. Cosgrove, MD, discusses the Affordable Care Act and challenges it brings to hospitals.
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