Day: January 1, 2024

• January 1, 2024

Reframing Asthma Management: Beyond Obesity and Steroids to a Holistic, Data-Driven Approach By Dr. Jennifer A. Chambers, MD MBA FACP Chief Medical Officer ​I recently read a journal article that speaks to the prevalence of comorbidities in persons with asthma, and the risk of exacerbations.  I was surprised to see reference to obesity as an extremely common comorbidity and that it is highly associated with risk of severe asthma exacerbations. …

• January 1, 2024

Why Healthcare Costs for COPD Have Been Underestimated By Dr. Jennifer A. Chambers, MD MBA FACP Chief Medical Officer I would like to explore a theme that I have consistently encountered since joining the Health Care Originals team: “Why should I, as a health plan, employer, or provider be concerned about COPD as a key cost driver? Our data doesn't identify COPD among the most costly conditions, so where lies…