@OakStreetHealth

A value-based network of 200+ primary care centers across the country exclusively for Medicare patients. Visit our website to learn more!

 Chicago, Illinois
oakstreethealth.com
Joined October 2012
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We are excited for Oak Street Health’s next chapter as we continue to advance our mission to rebuild healthcare as it should be and make a meaningful impact on health inequities. Read more in today’s announcement: oakstreethealth.com/news/cvs… @CVSHealth
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Just like any career, doctors need time to do their job well. Oak Street Health providers spend more time with their patients, so they can provide effective #PrimaryCare.
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Health goals inspire us to live a better lifestyle — but first, we have to stick to them. Community events like the dance classes at our centers offer a fun, interactive way to stay accountable to #PhysicalHealth goals. See more: bit.ly/3T8wkCA
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Effective #PrimaryCare relies on open communication. As a retired nurse and member of the LGBTQIA+ community, Portia details how Oak Street Health makes her feel seen and understood — which leads to more honest conversations and informed care plans. #PrideMonth
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High summer temps pose a risk for older adults, as Dr. Vinck mentions on @12News. Read his recommendations for #HeatSafety: bit.ly/3RjGZcz
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Mental health diagnoses have risen overall since 2019, and the biggest rise was in adults 65 and over (source: @FAIRHealth). Providers can help older adult patients by emphasizing #BehavioralHealth alongside physical wellness. #MHAM2024
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Applications are open for the September cohort of our #NursePractitioner fellowship program! Get valuable experience, training, and mentorship in #PrimaryCare for older adults. Apply now to one of our locations: bit.ly/3VabL9R bit.ly/3KdUG8E
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The @PhillyInquirer has named Oak Street Health a Top Workplace of 2024 🏆 Philadelphia Oakies relentlessly provide high-quality #ValueBasedCare to their patients and community, and we're proud to support their efforts. Learn more about this recognition: bit.ly/3UZq8ha
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On National #NursesWeek, we thank all nurses who devote their days to providing exceptional care to patients. Take some time to #ThankANurse this week.
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We've been named a Top Workplace for 2024 by the @indystar! 🏆 Thank you to our Indianapolis Oakies, whose commitment to our patients and communities makes Oak Street Health a great place to work. Learn more: bit.ly/4dxkE4H

Here are your 2024 Top Workplaces winners in Central Indiana

These employers were recognized by the annual Top Workplaces employee survey conducted by Energage, working in partnership with IndyStar.

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Older adults spend an average of 21 days a year in medical appointments, but often face #ageism from providers, @ashleymilnetyte shares in @NPRHealth. Unfair treatment often stems from a lack of knowledge, so what does a better approach look like? ⤵️
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Better care for older adults starts with empathy and transparency from #PrimaryCare providers — listening to concerns and empowering patients to actively participate in their treatment. n.pr/3y4Gmww

Ageism in health care is more common than you might think, and it can harm people

Assumptions that older people are one big, frail, homogenous group can lead to problems, says the author of Elderhood.

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Greater representation in healthcare can have an impact on #PatientExperiences, and we believe our staff should reflect the diversity of the patients and communities they serve. Learn more about our #DEI efforts: bit.ly/3y26WXf
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One mission unites Oak Street Health employees: rebuilding healthcare as it should be. This goal drives every team member to deliver compassionate, welcoming #PatientExperiences. Want to join this mission? Apply now: bit.ly/4bjOmIa
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Our #ValueBasedCare model prioritizes developing strong patient relationships. When physicians can dedicate more time to understanding and supporting all of our patients’ #healthcare needs, it creates better experiences for everyone involved.
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This #CelebrateDiversityMonth, our Senior Medical Director Dr. Yonette Davis spoke on her passion for ""cultural diversity in medical education"" and how her drive to care for underserved populations drew her to Oak Street Health. Read her inspiring story: bit.ly/4diKMjp

 Guyanese-born medical doctor serves as senior medical director at Oak Street Health in the Bronx –...

Guyanese Dr. Yonette Davis serves as a senior medical director at Oak Street Health, where the majority of patients are people of color. She works out of Oak

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Many people need more than access to quality primary care to stay on top of their health. In #ValueBasedCare, we also address social determinants of health. Learn more from our Senior Director of #DEI: bit.ly/4aQ3X2n
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We’re on a mission to rebuild healthcare as it should be by delivering better patient outcomes for underserved populations with holistic #PrimaryCare. If this is the kind of patient care approach that inspires you, apply to join our team: bit.ly/3Fdpx3g
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Studies have shown a promising link between consistent walking and improved cognitive clarity in #OlderAdults. Learn the full guidelines and how our community rooms offer access to exercise and activities: bit.ly/43ZqCH8
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It's not easy to convey complex medical knowledge quickly and clearly — but it is crucial for a meaningful #PatientExperience. Our physician @DrReneRoberts shares her method for patient communication here.
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This week, we celebrate Clinical Informatics Specialist (CIS) Appreciation Week! Thank you to every #CIS, whose hard work maintaining records and assisting providers enables them to develop meaningful patient relationships. Apply now to be a CIS: bit.ly/3Q0mTDd
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