Kelly Emrick MBA, PhD

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 What Exactly is Population Health? I get many questions on the subject of population health, particularly what it really means. Let me see if I can compartmentalize what it is and why it is one of the most important organizational factors in health care today and well into the future. As populations age and the healthcare landscape continues to evolve, driven by advances in technology, shifts in demographic patterns, and an increased emphasis on preventative care, population health becomes the core of the healthcare infrastructure. Amid these changes, population health has emerged as a pivotal concept, shaping how healthcare professionals and policymakers approach the well-being of communities. This blog post discusses essential components and the essence of population health, its relevance to current healthcare trends, and why it is poised to become even more essential in the coming years. Understanding Population Health Population health is an expansive field seeking to improv