The Pursuit of Health Podcast

The Pursuit of Health is a weekly podcast dedicated to a thorough exploration of the American Healthcare System at a critical time in our nation’s history. The podcast’s creator and host, Dr. Eric Fethke, is a pediatric cardiologist and educator trained at Columbia University, with over 25 years of experience practicing medicine. Students, professionals, and everyday people alike are invited to learn from guest experts who are pursuing groundbreaking work to improve America's health. Join us on our journey towards a better healthcare!

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Ep55: Pediatric Care: An Investment in Our Future-Dr.Alison Curfman

October 03, 2024 • Dr. Eric Fethke

Investment in pediatric care is an investment in our future. So why is our system slow to change?

Enter Alison Curfman, MD - co-founder of Imagine Pediatrics, a value-based pediatric medical group pioneering tech-enabled care for chronically ill children.

Alison is passionate about improving outcomes, reducing costs, supporting parents, and enabling young people, through an innovative blend of pediatric telehealth and virtual care.

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We spoke about Imagine Pediatrics, the meaning of fee-for-service versus value-based care, encountering systemic resistance to change, unfounded concerns about telehealth, the success Imagine Pediatrics are overseeing, and a look into the future - addressing patient, family, and policymakers to seek broader change in our healthcare.

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