When a person is diagnosed with kidney disease, it can be a challenging time. It is normal for them to experience sadness due to the several life-changes they will encounter as kidney patients. A peer mentor empowers fellow patients to move forward with their lives after being diagnosed with end stage renal disease (ESRD).  Peer […]

Communication has become a necessary leadership tool in the past year. We heard many great leaders discuss the various communication activities they used to enhance organization function and morale. Even though we encountered challenges we never imagined, great ideas, science breakthroughs and unlikely partnerships blossomed among all the loss, pain and isolation we experienced. Learning […]

Transitional Care Units (TCUs) are designed to provide personalized education to patients with kidney failure. Whether those patients are new to dialysis, transitioning between in-center and home dialysis or returning to dialysis after transplantation, there are benefits to both patients and facilities from having a TCU program. The Advancing American Kidney Health organization has an […]

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In This Issue: Latest News from CMS COVID-19 Essentials Leadership Lesson: Advice from Those on the Frontlines Best Practice Corner Learning & Action Network Events & Partner Events Behavioral Health Resources Patient Safety Resources Chronic Disease Self-Management Resources Care Transitions & Community Coalitions Nursing Home/ LTC Quality Resources Beneficiary & Family Advisory Council Resources

In This Issue:  Latest News from CMS Educational Events Expert Insights & Resources Public Health Emergency Information & Resources Leadership Corner Hospital Heroes

Tune in to the conclusion of this dynamic episode as Alliant team members and practicing physicians discuss wellness and resilience: Dr. Joseangel Bedoya, Medical Director – Case Review Dr. Dianne Bennett-Johnson,  Medical Director Medical Management Services Dr. Kimberly Rask – Chief Data Officer Click HERE to listen to the podcast.

The Impact of COVID-19 on Mental Health Americans have been affected by COVID-19 in numerous ways. Many people experienced an adverse impact on their mental health due to financial implications, social isolation, serious illness or death of loved ones, and overall uncertainties. There have also been reports of increased alcohol and substance use, worsening of […]