Uncovering Barriers: Data-Driven Insights into Healthcare Access

Episode 6 October 21, 2020 00:18:49
Uncovering Barriers: Data-Driven Insights into Healthcare Access
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Uncovering Barriers: Data-Driven Insights into Healthcare Access

Oct 21 2020 | 00:18:49

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Hosted By

Ashley D. Freeman

Show Notes

What stories lie hidden behind the numbers when patients face serious illnesses and try to access healthcare? Kate Gallagher from the Patient Advocate Foundation works to uncover these stories through detailed data collection and analysis. Her work reveals the everyday obstacles patients confront—from navigating insurance complexities to coping with the devastating financial strain known as financial toxicity.

In this episode, Kate shares how her team captures the realities of patient experiences and identifies the critical gaps that prevent equitable healthcare access. These insights not only illuminate the systemic challenges within our healthcare system but also guide efforts to improve policies, support services, and patient outcomes.

Tune in to hear how data, when combined with compassion and expertise, becomes a powerful force for change. Kate’s work highlights the vital role of research in transforming healthcare—helping to ensure that every patient receives the care and support they deserve, no matter the hurdles they face.


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