Vance Vanier’s Blog
Using Value-Based Medicine in the Treatment of Musculoskeletal Pain
The treatment of musculoskeletal pain is a ten billion dollar problem in the United States; one that all but cries out for a shift to value-based reimbursement. Low back pain (LBP) is one of the [...]
The U.S. Has a Major Maternal Mortality Problem
Maternal mortality rates in the United States have reached an alarming high. According to a Center for Disease Control (CDC) report published in the spring of 2019, over 700 women die each year due to [...]
We Need to Recalibrate Our Transparency Efforts for Healthcare Pricing
For American consumers, healthcare prices are rarely clear or consistent. According to a 2016 report published in Health Affairs, the ratios of average state prices to national costs can vary significantly across regions. Florida, the [...]
Veterinarians Require Greater Social and Industry Support
While there has been considerable discussion around the issue of physician burnout and mental health, there has been comparatively less for animal health providers. The problem is significant. In the fall of 2018, the CDC [...]
Where Has AI Made Real Progress in the Healthcare Sector?
Artificial intelligence has a way of capturing public interest. Newspaper headlines and startup pitches alike present visions for the future that seem, at times, only a step removed from science fiction. Take the aviation sector [...]
The Rise of Dental Therapy
Dental care access in the United States has ebbed to problematic low. According to Pew Trusts, more than 73 million people currently lack dental insurance, while nearly 57 million reside areas without a proportional supply [...]