In today’s episode, Quality Insights' Medical Director Dr. Jean Storm joins us to discuss the role of the medical director (MD) in nursing homes. The discussion will review: 

• Knowledge and tools needed to leverage the MD's role to enhance patient outcomes
• How to integrate medical director leadership to improve quality of care in nursing homes
• Responsibilities and roles of a nursing home MD beyond clinical care, including policy development, staff education, and quality improvement initiatives
• How MDs can shape facility care policies, ensuring alignment with regulatory standards and promoting a culture of continuous improvement

This episode is Part 1 of a two-part discussion. 

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