Building an Emergency Department Team and Strong Culture From the Ground Up

Partnership Background A rural Southeastern health system built a new state-of-the-art facility to better serve the community and increase access to care. Though it quickly attracted a steady volume of ED visits in its first two years, the new facility only had one truly designated clinician—the rest were pulled from the system’s main campus and […]

Health Care Advocacy: Building a Sustainable Future for Patient Care

Randy Pilgrim, MD, FACEP, FAAFP Enterprise Chief Medical Officer, SCP Health America’s health care system resembles a complex and ongoing construction project, with clinicians, health systems, and communities working at different levels simultaneously. Each day brings new challenges: shifting regulations, evolving payment models, mounting workforce pressures, and, most importantly, the changing needs of our patients. […]

You Are Not Alone: Combating Loneliness and Staying Connected in Medicine

As health care professionals, we dedicate our lives to caring for others. Yet, ironically, medicine can be one of the loneliest professions. A recent study published in the Harvard Business Review1 found that doctors are among America’s loneliest workers (along with lawyers), with physicians reporting loneliness levels 25% higher than those with bachelor’s degrees, and […]

Defining a Patient-Centric Culture: The Heart of Health Care

In the complex systems which define modern health care environments, one principle stands above all others: patients must be at the center.   So, what does it mean to have a patient-centric culture, and how does it impact the crucial clinician-patient relationship? The answer has far-reaching implications for hospitals, health systems, the patients they treat, and […]

Taking Charge of Your Well-being: A Guide for Clinicians

Taking Charge of Your Well-being A Guide for Clinicians Your well-being isn’t just about resilience—it’s about creating sustainable practices that allow you to thrive in today’s challenging health care environment. As a clinician, you’re facing unprecedented pressures, from long hours to administrative burdens, all while maintaining excellence in patient care.  Drawing from extensive experience as […]

SCP Health 2024 – Excellence, innovation, and impact 

SCP Health 2024 – Excellence, innovation, and impact The health care landscape is constantly evolving. With advancements in technology, shifting expectations from patients, and an enduring need for innovative solutions, staying ahead requires more than just adaptation—it demands a commitment to excellence. SCP Health meets these challenges head-on, driven by a passion for delivering exceptional […]

Optimizing Patient Care Through Clinical Collaboration

Optimizing Patient Care Through Clinical Collaboration A data-driven approach to integrating NPs and PAs Nurse practitioners (NPs) and physician assistants (PAs) have been instrumental in delivering quality health care in the United States (U.S.) for over five decades. Today, as the fundamental sustainability of health care delivery is being threatened from multiple corners, it has […]

The Clinician’s Guide: Crushing the Interview & Landing Your Dream Job

The Clinician’s Guide: Crushing the Interview and Landing Your Dream Job is here to help you transition to the next step of your career. SCP Health experts have compiled a comprehensive guide to help you learn what to expect and get tips for securing your optimal position. Inside the guide you will find: Common Curriculum […]

How This Facility Achieved Metric Success in the Critical Care Unit

Download the case study Partnership Background After finding success in an existing Emergency Medicine partnership, a Texas facility asked SCP Health (SCP) to manage its Critical Care Medicine (CCM) program as well. Due to the nationwide intensivist shortage and an expanding geriatric population that requires intensive care, this facility was looking for assistance in becoming […]

Seamless Transitions for Better Patient Care

​​​Switching physician groups offers health systems an opportunity to enhance patient care, improve hospital efficiency, and increase clinician support. While the process involves careful consideration and strategic planning, it presents multiple options for addressing long-standing challenges to hospital operations. ​ ​​​A proactive approach to transitions can lead to significant improvements in patient outcomes and satisfaction […]