Healthcare
Revolutionizing Healthcare: Addressing Loneliness and Social Health with Papa
A growing number of healthcare providers are recognizing loneliness as a clinical health crisis that demands systemic intervention
Key takeaways
A growing number of healthcare providers are recognizing loneliness as a clinical health crisis that demands systemic intervention
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In an era where healthcare is rapidly evolving, the Healthcare Rethink podcast by FinThrive delves into innovative approaches to address critical aspects of health beyond the clinical. Host Brian Urban engages with Andrew Parker, CEO of Papa, in a thought-provoking discussion that transcends traditional healthcare boundaries in efforts to address loneliness and social health.
This episode, titled "Big Paps Is in the House," features a deep dive into how Papa addresses loneliness while focusing on the social determinants of health — a crucial aspect often overlooked in traditional healthcare settings. The discussion touches on the innovative strategies employed by Papa to integrate its services into Medicare Advantage plans and other health systems, highlighting the importance of personalized, human-centered care.
The discussion touches on the innovative strategies employed by Papa to integrate its services into Medicare Advantage plans and other health systems, highlighting the importance of personalized, human-centered care.
As the healthcare industry grapples with challenges like loneliness and social health, this episode of Healthcare Rethink offers valuable insights into how companies like Papa are leading the charge in transforming healthcare delivery.
About the author
Brian Urban has a deep skill set in health promotion and product development for rare disease and senior populations with Large Health Plans and Specialty Pharmacy. Urban has served as a speaker on such topics for the Alzheimer’s Association, Obediah Cole Prostate Cancer Foundation, Cigna Corp and Utica University Institute for the study of integrative healthcare. Urban has received a Masters of Science in Exercise Physiology-Health Promotion, Masters of Business Administration in Market Development and is currently completing a Masters in Public Health at Dartmouth College. Urban is currently a research-fellow sponsored by a Robert Wood Johnson Grant supporting Utica University public health research in Upstate New York.
