Newsmakers
Permanente physicians are regularly featured in the media on a variety of health issues.
Stephen Parodi, MD, speaks with CNN International about coronavirus variants, boosters
July 12, 2021
Kaiser Permanente’s national infectious disease leader says 99% of hospitalizations in California are among people who remain unvaccinated.
Northwest Permanente study shows telehealth cuts carbon footprint from outpatients by half
July 8, 2021
Northwest Permanente researchers published research in The Journal of Climate Change and Health, which shows that telehealth, especially during the COVID-19 pandemic, led to a steep reduction in greenhouse gas emissions associated with outpatient visits.
Richard S. Isaacs, MD, discusses ‘harvesting’ learnings from COVID-19 to improve patient care in Becker’s podcast
June 30, 2021
The Permanente Federation co-CEO shared how the COVID-19 pandemic has prompted profound and widespread change, particularly when it comes to innovation and technology best practices.
Matthew Daley, MD, tells New York Times U.S. COVID-19 vaccines remain safe
June 25, 2021
The CPMG pediatrician and member of a CDC vaccine advisory committee says that despite rare heart problems following vaccination, the benefits of COVID-19 vaccination greatly outweigh the risks in young people.
In Becker’s podcast, Edward Lee, MD, stresses that innovation and technology drive quality care
June 23, 2021
The Permanente Federation chief information officer shares how the Permanente Medical Groups maintained their reputation for delivering high-quality outcomes during the pandemic thanks to technology, a person-centered focus, and integrated care delivery.
Dawn Clark, MD, tells AMA that entire health care org must commit to reducing physician burnout
June 18, 2021
Southern California Permanente Medical Group chief wellness officer says attaining joy in medicine requires attention to the clinical experience across the health care system.
At WHCC21, Stephen Parodi, MD, encourages physicians to work directly with employers on care issues
June 18, 2021
In a World Health Care Congress ’21 keynote panel, The Permanente Federation executive vice president said employer-provider relationships can help both groups address a range of health care challenges, including reaching herd immunity for COVID-19.
Tweetcap: Permanente Women in Medicine conference celebrates equity and empowerment
June 16, 2021
The inaugural Permanente Women in Medicine conference focused on advancing equity, purpose, and joy for women and their allies in the practice of medicine.
Bruce Wollman, MD, shares Kaiser Permanente health innovations at virtual global conference for diplomats
June 15, 2021
The Permanente Medical Group associate executive director tells the AMA about Kaiser Permanente’s model to deliver hospital-quality care at home.
Stephen Parodi, MD, shares Kaiser Permanente model for providing acute care at home
June 15, 2021
The Permanente Medical Group associate executive director tells the AMA about Kaiser Permanente’s model to deliver hospital-quality care at home.