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The value of volunteers.

Abstract: According to the Independent Sector, a leadership network for nonprofits, foundations, and corporate giving programs, the estimated value of volunteer time in 2010 was $21.36 per hour. That’s slightly more than the average hourly wage of a carpenter, nearly 30% more than the average hourly wage of a paramedic and nearly three times the hourly minimum wage in the United States. This estimate helps acknowledge in real terms the work of millions of individuals who dedicate their time, talents, and energy to make a difference.

Choosing a mentor.

Abstract: Understanding your mentoring needs Before approaching a potential mentor, you need to identify what you hope to gain from a mentoring relationship and what type of a mentor is best for helping you meet your objectives. Start by identifying your shortterm career goals. Where do you see yourself in the next year or two? What knowledge, skills, and abilities do you need to get there? What key experiences could a mentor provide that would benefit you most? Answers to these questions will help you identify the type of mentor that is right for you. For example, depending on your goals, you may want to seek a highrajildng executive whose career path you would like to learn from. Or you may want a mentor closer to your level of experience, but who you feel could help you in very specific areas of growth and knowledge. Choosing a mentor who is right for you Besides being able to meet your developmental needs, the best mentors are people who are excited about leartiing and who are continuing their own development. Also, good mentors will achieve a sense of personal satisfaction from seeing others succeed and have a desire to be active participants in others' learning and growth. You'll vrant to seek out someone who possesses such traits and who also sets high standards for his or her work and can set an example for you. If no potential mentors readily come to mind, ask your colleagues or managers If they know of anyone they think would make a good mentor for you. Your organization may have a mentoring program that can pair you with a mentor based on your goals and the mentors knowledge and skills. You can also find potential mentors outside your organization hy attending meetings and events hosted by your professional association.

Telemedicine still looks for inroads to total acceptability (PDF)

Abstract: Although regulatory and industry issues hamper growth, consumers might have the final word on telemedicine's fate

We will pay you for quality

Abstract: Employers feel your pain. Truly. They are not nae to the challenges facing the healthcare industry, and they recognize that there are some areas they need to shore up themselves.

America under attack: ACHE affiliates respond.

Abstract: In the midst of the horror and uncertainty that swept over America on September 11, the healthcare sector helped to keep our nation firmly anchored. Within moments of the terrorist attacks, healthcare organizations in New York, Washington, D.C., and the surrounding areas responded swiftly, calmly, and effectively. Many of these hospitals are led by ACHE affiliates. Following are their accounts of that day, lessons they learned, and plans for the future.

Healthcare costs to escalate

Abstract: Washington, D.C.-The era of fairly stable healthcare spending is over, and medical outlays are accelerating quickly, according to the latest data from HHS' Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS).

Joint ventures and coalitions drive the e-prescribing bandwagon (PDF)

Abstract: Electronic prescription transmission can improve efficiency, reduce costs and enhance patient safety

Specialty pharmacies answer the call for long-term savings, focused care (PDF)

Abstract: For plans, these special pharmacies offer a good starting point to manage the high cost of pharmaceuticals

Disease Management: Plans adopt patient-centered approaches to treat rare diseases

Abstract: Education, self-management skills and medication compliance are the goals for patients who struggle to understand their conditions

Proactive disease management efforts drastically reduce the impact of ESRD (PDF)

Abstract: Identifying chronic kidney disease early, educating PCPs and empowering patients helps prevent co-morbidities of ESRD