2021 GI Outlook (GO) Conference | November 2021-Q&A Part 3

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Video Summary

In a video discussion, the speaker talks about the paradigm shift in healthcare due to the COVID-19 pandemic. They mention the lasting impact of certain infection control measures, such as personal protective equipment (PPE), and discuss whether these measures will continue even after the pandemic is under control. The speaker emphasizes the importance of teamwork and cooperation within healthcare practices, as well as the need for better communication and collaboration between different groups. They also touch upon the challenges faced by the physician workforce, including an aging population of gastroenterologists and the need to adapt to the preferences of the younger generation. The speaker expresses optimism about site of service neutrality and the potential for ambulatory surgical centers (ASCs) to play a larger role in healthcare delivery. However, they acknowledge the obstacles posed by regulations and the influence of hospital lobbies. The discussion concludes with a call for maintaining optimism and prioritizing patient care in the face of complexity and challenges in the healthcare system.

Keywords

paradigm shift

COVID-19 pandemic

infection control measures

teamwork

physician workforce

ambulatory surgical centers