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What is a clinically integrated network (CIN)?
We're often asked what it means when we say SWHR is a clinically integrated network (CIN). The answer is it depends on who you…
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What is an Accountable Care Organization (ACO)?
An ACO, according to the glossary of terms published by the Office of the National Coordinator for Health Information…
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Care Transformation and Innovation: empowering primary care
Asked about the mission of the Care Transformation and Innovation (CTI) team, Debra Payne, Director of Care Management,…
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The importance of the primary care physician
The Southwestern Health Resources (SWHR) clinically integrated network is built around the critical role of the primary care…
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SWHR earns national recognition for commitment to improving cardiovascular health
Southwestern Health Resources (SWHR) received national awards from the American Heart Association (AHA) and American Medical…
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Heidi Chanthamany: building community, embracing diversity
As a first-generation Cuban American growing up in Miami, Heidi Chanthamany found doctors in her neighborhood were well-versed…
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Donnell Rodgers: Love for family, job and a little ‘retail therapy’ make for a rich life
Donnell Rodgers works as a Desktop Support Specialist with Southwestern Health Resources, focused on turning employees'…
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Courtney Holcomb: Pursuing scalable solutions
Lean Six Sigma (LSS) provides a structured method of achieving results that create value and reduce burdens through business…
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Allison Stankey: leading with empathy
Full-time physician relationship manager (PRM) and part-time stage actress, Allison Stankey brings a range of emotions to her…
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John L. Crawford, MD – making a difference
DALLAS – Ever meet someone whose every word radiates positive energy and boundless curiosity? John Crawford, MD, is like that…
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SWHR study advances innovations in blood pressure measurement, improving accuracy of hypertension diagnosis and control
A study conducted by SWHR utilizing lean Six Sigma (LSS) methodologies identified significant opportunities to improve the…
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Southwestern Health Resources recognized among Top 100 Places to Work by The Dallas Morning News
DALLAS — Southwestern Health Resources (SWHR), the clinically integrated network of UT Southwestern Medical Center and Texas…
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SWHR earns high savings and quality scores in Next Generation ACO Model
The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) announced that Southwestern Health Resources (SWHR) saved Medicare more…
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Southwestern Health Resources earns high savings and quality scores in 2020 Next Generation Accountable Care Organization results
DALLAS — The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) announced that Southwestern Health Resources (SWHR) saved…
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SWHR, UT Southwestern team up to train physician assistant students in quality improvement
As the emphasis in the healthcare industry continues its shift toward preventive care and quality improvement (QI), the…
