This episode features Dr. Howard Greenfield, Principal at Enhance Healthcare Consulting & Board Certified Anesthesiologist. Here, he discusses what led him to build Enhance Healthcare Consulting, challenges surrounding the shortage of anesthesiologists & the costs associated with labor, and more.
Summary
Meet Dr. Howard Greenfield: An Expert in Healthcare Consulting
In this episode, we feature Dr. Howard Greenfield, a board certified anesthesiologist and principal at Enhance Healthcare Consulting. He shares his experience in establishing his consulting company and discusses the challenges facing the healthcare industry today.
The Birth of Enhance Healthcare Consulting
Dr. Greenfield established Enhance Healthcare Consulting in 2011 as a consulting firm that assists stakeholders in the operating room environment. With years of experience in anesthesia practice and business, he saw the need for a consulting company to help hospitals analyze data and manage their operating rooms effectively.
The Challenges of the Healthcare Industry
Currently, the healthcare industry is facing a shortage of anesthesiologists, and the costs associated with labor have increased. The Covid-19 pandemic has caused many experienced professionals to retire early, and the number of staffed rooms and ambulatory surgery centers utilizing anesthesia providers has increased. As a result, the cost of anesthesia has skyrocketed, with the cost of CRNAs increasing almost 20% over the last 18 months. This has put pressure on hospitals to open up additional operating rooms to meet the rising demand, although this may not be the most cost-effective solution.
The Role of Enhance Healthcare Consulting
Enhance Healthcare Consulting helps hospitals to analyze their data and determine which operating rooms they should open. With years of experience in the healthcare industry, Dr. Greenfield and Dr. Stifel are experts in balancing anesthesia practice and business. They can be found on their website or LinkedIn and can be contacted at 954-241-2966.
A Final Note from Dr. Greenfield
Dr. Greenfield provides valuable insight into the healthcare industry and the role of consulting in managing the operating room environment. To learn more about his work, visit Enhance Healthcare Consulting's website or LinkedIn page. Thank you for reading, and have a great day!
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This episode aired on 09/18/2022 and can be listened here.
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