Today you're in for a wild ride. My guest, pediatric emergency medicine physician Dr. Alison Curfman, shares her incredible story of how her desire to improve care for kids with complex medical conditions led her on a roller coaster journey in pursuit of her goal. Dr. Curfman's path to fulfilling her vision was not easy and had its share of setbacks. However, her refusal to give up led to the co-founding of Imagine Pediatrics, a market-disrupting healthcare group pioneering value-based care for chronically ill children. As we delve into her story, we'll focus on the importance of finding the right work environment where you can truly thrive.

In this episode we’re talking about:

Dr. Alison Curfman's background and journey into pediatric emergency medicine.
The pivotal moment that sparked Dr. Curfman’s drive to improve pediatric care.
The challenges and setbacks faced while developing a virtual care program.
How Dr. Curfman navigated policy and reimbursement barriers.
How a big leap of faith and an unexpected move to Nashville was the ticket to success.
The importance of finding a supportive work environment.
Practical steps for physicians to pursue their ideas and innovations.

Links for this episode:

Dr. Alison Curfman's website: www.alisoncurfmanmd.com

Imagine Pediatrics

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