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Aug 24, 2022Liked by William H Bestermann Jr MD

Thank you so much, Dr Bestermann, for your thoughtful perspectives on the MTVA that started 5 years ago with a very simple observation that went like this: Imagine - a dinner meeting prior to a CT healthcare forum with 25 stakeholders from every corner of the ecosystem in one room, each contributing to some sporty conversation that largely centered around a singular complaint. "My organization is spending considerable resources on value-based healthcare but getting no ROI". After the dinner a group of us said "hmmm, if we are all experiencing the same frustrations, but share the same commitment to the transformation, why not bring ALL these stakeholders together - form a true (Gov. Leavitt, thank you) value alliance and let's get something done for our patients". There was no open forum to share and communicate, cultivate trust and collaboration - and that was the spark that launched the MTVA. Everyone is welcome to join. Our HC problems are complex but entirely solvable. Thanks again Bill. Steve

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Thanks Steve. This is great . You describe a universal problem. Organizations are spending heavily on quality improvement and value but have little to show for it. Bringing the stakeholders together is the first step and I love what you are doing.

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Aug 24, 2022Liked by William H Bestermann Jr MD

This is good. I shared it with my Comagine Health colleagues. Maybe we should join the Alliance too.

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Jeff Hogan is a very gifted individual. Dr. Shutzer has been very supportive. This is the most promising gathering of leaders who are serious about value in healthcare that I have encountered. By all means, please encourage healthcare leaders who get it to join.

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