It’s a pretty simple idea: lower the number of patients assigned to a medical provider and have a back up provider who knows the patient’s medical history in case their primary doctor is not available.
It’s an idea that Col. John Sell, 21st Medical Group commander, is looking forward to implementing on Peterson Air Force Base next summer.
Beginning in June, the 21st Medical Group will launch the Air Force Surgeon General’s Family Health Initiative program, which aims to lower the number of patients assigned to an Air Force medical provider and assigns a back-up team that knows each patient’s medical history.
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