Bechara Choucair
@choucair
Followers
8K
Following
3K
Media
683
Statuses
10K
Kaiser Permanente Chief Health Officer. Former Biden White House Vaccinations Coordinator & Chicago Dept of Public Health Commissioner.
Washington, DC
Joined March 2009
Introducing Risant Health, a new non-profit launched to help move the health care industry towards #ValueBasedCare. Exciting day for community health systems that need scale, new capabilities and broader reach to serve their missions. https://t.co/IwqE244fpv
1
2
13
So proud to hear of @KPColorado’s partnership with the @DDPHE to expand air monitoring networks in East Denver, providing more air quality data to the community so they can make more informed decisions about their respiratory health.
about.kaiserpermanente.org
Love My Air monitoring expands into 3 local health clinics.
0
2
3
Health systems can play an essential role in changing our food system to protect our climate & lower the risk of future outbreaks of infectious diseases through the food they serve. Read how in this @medpagetoday piece by Health Care Without Harm experts. https://t.co/23ZzVEVBYv
medpagetoday.com
Every health system should partner with local, high-quality farms
0
5
7
This #NationalWomensHealthWeek, let's focus on the whole picture of health — from mental wellness to physical care. #NWHW Learn more about #womenshealth with @KPMidAtlantic: https://t.co/Wezb9RjlyH. Follow us for more tips to keep you healthy and happy!
0
2
2
Glad to see this conversation about the importance of pandemic preparedness at this year’s #MIGlobal conference! Great insights from @CDCDirector, including the need to strengthen our public health workforce as a part of this work.
statnews.com
Cohen tells Milken Institute Global Conference "data is absolutely critical if we're going to protect the health of this country" during viral outbreaks.
0
0
1
Nurses play a valuable role in supporting health needs in schools. This #NursesWeek, Jill Patnode of @kpwashington makes a great case for school nurses and their work to promote healthy school environments in a new @thrivingschools blog:
This National School Nurse Day, we want to say thank you! Read more about making the case for these school heroes in a new blog post! https://t.co/a3lkYomrnM
0
0
1
Happy #NursesWeek to our nearly 74,000 nurses for leading with purpose and advancing the nursing profession. #ThankYouNurses💙 https://t.co/pDkjBIUhbb
6
11
28
From eco-anxiety to grief associated with climate-driven loss, #climatechange is inextricably linked to mental health. Join @aboutKP & @wef on Tue, May 14 virtually to explore how we can foster resilience and well-being in the face of climate change.
0
0
0
ICYMI: I discussed the financial toll of health inequities & current and future-thinking strategies toward more equitable care alongside a panel of incredible leaders at the @MilkenInstitute’s Global Conference. Check out the full panel here: https://t.co/4NG3drkNw4
#MIGlobal
milkeninstitute.org
In this session panelists will first explore the economic and financial toll of health inequities in hindering access to affordable health care, including drugs and treatments as well as participat...
0
0
0
Nurses are vital to the work of our health systems. This #NursesWeek and every week, we #ThankYouNurses for your hard work and dedication to the communities we serve!
Celebrating Our Extraordinary Nurses – Our nurses use best practices and new evidence to transform patient care. They create cultures of excellence and lead with purpose. https://t.co/fRDOuTG0o3
#ThankYouNurses #NursesWeek
0
0
1
Shout out to the heroes in the classroom this #TeacherAppreciationWeek! #KPTHrivingSchools are celebrating the dedication and impact of teachers across the nation who nurture the health & minds of our youth. Let’s applaud these everyday champions! https://t.co/TxkHWPGGbF
0
1
1
May is #MentalHealth Month. Our #KPCenterforHealthyLiving has many resources to help you. Visit our website for more information on how to relax and cope with stress: https://t.co/qxtoTE0ij7
#MentalHealthAwareness
2
1
5
Great to see this expanded effort to increase access to air conditioners and reduce the health risks of extreme heat. Thank you @KFFHealthNews for highlighting @aboutKP’s work to distribute AC units to members in the Pacific Northwest.
kffhealthnews.org
Oregon is giving Medicaid patients air conditioners and other equipment to help them cope with soaring heat, smoky skies, and other dangers of climate change. Oregon health officials hope to show...
0
0
2
Deeply moved by the care and resiliency of our @aboutKP team in West Maui and the communities they serve over the past nine months. The opening of the new clinic in Lahaina is truly one to celebrate. Congratulations @KPHawaii!
🌱Mahalo to everyone who joined us on the grounds of the Hyatt Regency Maui Resort today to celebrate our new 5,200-square-foot Lahaina Clinic!
0
0
3
🌱Mahalo to everyone who joined us on the grounds of the Hyatt Regency Maui Resort today to celebrate our new 5,200-square-foot Lahaina Clinic!
0
2
4
Congratulations to Chair & CEO, Greg A. Adams for being recognized on #TIME100 Health list. This recognition is also an acknowledgement of our employees. Together, we are reimagining the future of health care, & that future is value-based care. https://t.co/lWIuno177d
7
9
23
Looking forward to speaking at the @MilkenInstitute Global Conference! Monday, May 6 at 11:30am PT, I’ll be discussing the financial toll of health inequities and the path toward more equitable, affordable care with other leaders. Join us: https://t.co/CplPorPcFh
#MIGlobal
0
1
1
May is #AAPIHeritageMonth, a time to honor the diverse cultures, extraordinary contributions, and ongoing achievements of AAPI communities that make up 30% of our workforce. Learn more about our equity, inclusion, and diversity commitments and leadership: https://t.co/CflJ1raZ0M.
7
11
12
A new #COVID19 “FLiRT” variant is expected to increase cases across the US - another reminder to stay vigilant and up to date on vaccines to protect yourself, your loved ones, and your community.
time.com
Preliminary studies suggest they may be better at dodging immune protection from vaccines.
0
0
4
With climate change, “as with most health inequities, those most at risk are the poor and populations of color.” Thank you, @NWPermanente’s Dr. Colin Cave for sharing insight about the impact of #climatechange on health!
Climate change is not a distant threat. Three physicians from @NWPermanente and @WeAreConfluence explore what patients can do now to mitigate the health risks of climate change.
0
1
0
We’re committed to helping each of our members achieve their full health potential. Learn how we are working to identify and eliminate inequities through care delivery and ground-breaking research. https://t.co/ASjmlk4eeZ
#MinorityHealthMonth
12
8
11