Welcome to another enlightening episode of the Sustainable Clinical Medicine Podcast.

Today, our esteemed guest, Dr. Kristin Jacob, joins host Dr. Sarah Smith to delve into the evolving landscape of healthcare technology and clinician well-being. Dr. Jacob, an internal medicine and pediatrics physician at Corewell Health West, shares her insights on the challenges of using electronic medical record (EMR) systems, initially designed for billing, and her optimism about future technological advancements that promise to enhance EMR efficiency.

As an advocate for clinician well-being, Dr. Jacob discusses the significance of organizational strategies, technological optimizations, and initiatives to foster a supportive environment for clinicians.

Here are 3 key takeaways from this episode:

1. Optimizing EMR Use: Despite their billing-centric origins, there’s potential for Electronic Medical Records (EMRs) like Epic to become invaluable clinical tools. Future technological advancements and third-party innovations hold promise for enhancing their efficiency. 📈
2. Prioritizing Clinician Well-being: The shift towards openly discussing mental health in clinical settings is pivotal. Programs focused on clinician support can foster a culture where seeking help is normalized and well-being is prioritized. 💬
3. Empowering Future Leaders: Initiatives like the "Business of Medicine" elective can equip residents with essential non-clinical skills, helping them navigate and lead within complex healthcare systems effectively. 🎓

Dr. Kristin Jacob Bio:

Kristin Jacob, MD, FACP is the Medical Director of the Office of Physician and APP Fulfillment at Corewell Health West. Kristin practices outpatient Internal Medicine and Pediatrics at the Corewell Health Medical Group Rockford Family Medicine Internal Medicine-Pediatrics practice where she is the site lead physician. She also has directed the Business of Medicine elective for residents and fellows since 2015. She is passionate about delivering exception care and fostering a collaborative healthcare environment and firmly believes in supporting the caregivers delivering the care in order to do so.

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