Understanding the Scope of Occupational Medicine in Urgent Care This session explored how urgent care has evolved since COVID and why many organizations are now expanding into occupational medicine (OccMed). We shared how adding OccMed services can stabilize patient volume by building long-term employer partnerships, while also helping smooth out
Title: Mastering the Art of Lead Nurturing: How to Engage Without Being Pushy Nurturing employer leads without appearing pushy is an invaluable skill. Dr. Larry Earl, from NAOHP, and sales and marketing expert Ira Pasternack recently discussed this topic during the Office Hours for Sales and Marketing session. They provided
If you’re leading an occupational medicine practice and looking to grow your book of business, it’s time to think beyond pricing alone. Employers care about value, responsiveness, and trust. The most successful practices win and keep contracts by creating a better overall experience, not just offering the lowest price. Here’s
In September 2020, Universal Health Services, a hospital system spanning 400 facilities and 90,000 employees, fell victim to a Ryuk ransomware attack that crippled its IT systems overnight. Clinicians were suddenly locked out of electronic health records and lab results. They were forced to revert to pen-and-paper workflows. “It was
Efficiency and streamlined processes are imperative for success in occupational medicine practice. Addressing these crucial needs, Dr. Larry Earl and Benny Jones, along with their team, shed light on enhancing medical practices, particularly focusing on streamlining prior authorization to prescription confidence. Featured Speaker: Benny Jones Introducing Benny Jones was a
Introduction In occupational medicine, delivering value without coming across as overly salesy can be a fine balancing act. At NAOHP, we’ve gathered insights from experienced professionals like Dr. Larry Earl, Dave Saslovsky, and Ira Pasternack to help you navigate this challenge. Whether you’re looking to enhance your elevator pitch or
By Dr. Larry Earl, NAOHP As occupational health professionals, we play a pivotal role in facilitating reasonable accommodations for workers with medical conditions—while also recognizing the complex demands of essential, around-the-clock operations. Nowhere is this balance more challenging than when employees in 24/7 environments, such as first responders, healthcare workers,
We, as concerned occupational medicine professionals, strongly oppose the planned reduction of approximately 873 staff members at the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH)—nearly two-thirds of its workforce—as announced in recent federal restructuring plans. NIOSH’s work has been pivotal over the past decades in safeguarding the health, safety,
Title: Comprehensive Guide to Conducting a Job Demand Analysis for Occupational Health Professionals For many occupational health professionals, understanding the intricacies of job demand analysis (JDA) is crucial to creating an effective post-offer employment testing program. This guide provides a detailed overview of JDAs, offering insights into their importance and