Jeff Bauer

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As one of the few speakers who maintained political independence during the latest battles to overhaul parts of the health care system, Dr. Bauer presents a balanced analysis of differences between reform’s rhetoric and reality. He explains what happened in Washington, what’s next, and what to do in response to the overhaul law passed in March, 2010. This presentation is constantly updated to reflect the ongoing battles between competing interest groups, and it forecasts important changes that are still likely to happen. His informative, comprehensive speech begins with a “big picture” view and then focuses on implications and responses from the perspective of each audience’s specific interests.

One of the country’s most respected health futurists, Dr. Bauer presents an informative and entertaining introduction to the forces that define possibilities for medical care. He explains different methods for looking ahead and forecasts the future based on his in-depth analysis of the key trends—medical science, technology, demography and epidemiology, reimbursement, and organization of the delivery system. Implications of key trends and practical responses are presented with respect to the audience’s special interests. This presentation is continually updated to reflect the latest changes in forces that shape the future.

This presentation summarizes the key points of Dr. Bauer’s challenging book by the same title. He shows why unprecedented financial circumstances can lead to failure for health care providers that pursue “business as usual.” Dr. Bauer clearly explains how sound economic principles and proven management tools can prevent failures, and he reveals how providers can increase net revenue and provide the quality of care that payers and consumers are demanding at prices they are willing and able to pay. It shows why waste must be eliminated and how future-focused leaders can put their organizations on a positive path.