Navigating Pediatric Leadership and Mental Health: Insights from Dr. Sandy ChungIn the first episode of the year, the podcast host introduces Dr. Sandy Chung, a pediatrician and healthcare leader with over two decades of experience. The episode explores Dr. Chung's personal journey to becoming a pediatrician, her leadership roles, and the creation of the Virginia Mental Health Access Program (VMAP). Discussion topics include the formation and benefits of clinically integrated networks (CINs) and independent practice associations (IPAs), shared savings agreements, and the role of primary care in managing mental health and complex cases. The episode also covers the operational aspects of running a pediatric group and offers insights into the future challenges and opportunities in pediatrics.00:00 Introduction and Guest Introduction02:00 Dr. Sandy Chung's Background and Journey04:35 The Role of Pediatricians and Healthcare Leadership06:39 Insights on IPAs and CINs15:32 Challenges and Successes in Pediatric Healthcare19:03 The Impact of Preventive Medicine26:48 The Evolution of Pediatric Practice Models32:11 Understanding the Billing Process32:47 Building a Super Group: HR and Optimization33:19 Collaborative Coding and Billing Practices33:57 The Importance of Billing G221135:26 Leadership in Medical Organizations38:57 The Virginia Mental Health Access Program (VMAP)39:34 Challenges in Pediatric Mental Health Care47:58 The Role of Project ECHO in Pediatric Care51:42 Addressing Metabolic Disorders in Pediatrics01:01:34 Future of Pediatric HealthcareSupport the show🔴 Subscribe for more Doctor stories like this: 🎧Apple and give us a 5-star review. on the TPL Website SOCIAL Media Pages =============================== 📝 - Substack🎧 - PODCAST👥 - FACEBOOK🐦 - TWITTER📸 - Instagram➡️ - Linkedin The Pediatric Lounge - A Podcast taking you behind the door of the Physician's Lounge to get a deeper insight into what docs are talking about today, from the clinically profound to the wonderfully routine...and everything in between. The conversations are not intended as medical advice, and the opinions expressed are solely those of the host and guest.

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