Posted by Ora Pescovitz on February 27, 2014 Imagine the fear of experiencing a medical emergency in a hospital where nobody looks like you, speaks your language or knows your culture. Imagine the frustration of having to choose between going to the doctor and buying groceries. Imagine the distress of being a parent who isn’t…
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In Pursuit of Health Equity & Inclusion
Posted by Ora Pescovitz on February 27, 2014 Imagine the fear of experiencing a medical emergency in a hospital where nobody looks like you, speaks your language or knows your culture. Imagine the frustration of having to choose between going to the doctor and buying groceries. Imagine the distress of being a parent who isn’t…
Tweet For Tix
Posted by Ora Pescovitz on February 17, 2014 This week, I am inviting you to share your experience as a member of the UMHS community to help generate our collective UMHStory. But, there is a twist – you have to do it in 130 characters or less on Twitter. Beginning today and continuing through Friday, February…
The Government Shutdown, Sequestration & The Future of Medical Research
Posted by Ora Pescovitz on October 7, 2013 As you know, these are concerning times. It’s hard to comprehend that the government of the United States of America has been closed for business for nearly a week now. Recently, I had occasion to meet with colleagues in three different settings to discuss common and pressing…
Perspectives: The Importance of Gender Diversity in Health Care & Leadership
Posted by Ora Pescovitz on August 20, 2013 A couple of weeks ago, I received an invitation from second year U-M Medical School student Linda Li to celebrate female leaders in healthcare by participating in XX in Health Week, which takes place this week. XX in Health is an initiative of Rock Health, which aims to connect…
I’m Not a Rockette, But I Played One “For The Kids”
Posted by Ora Pescovitz on March 29, 2013 The caliber of students at the University of Michigan never ceases to amaze me! Their academic excellence and ambition are impressive, as is their extraordinary passion to serve others. This month, I experienced two powerful reminders of the important role that our terrific students play in the…
In Honor of Martin Luther King, Jr., An Interview with My Father
Posted by Ora Pescovitz on January 21, 2013 We all have dreams. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.’s dream was of a just and equal society in which all individuals were respected for their contributions and where all citizens have equal basic rights and opportunities. Today, an area in which we continue to experience vast inequality…
Waste Watchers: Getting Leaner in 2012
Posted by Ora Pescovitz on January 31, 2012 This month, I visited ThedaCare in Wisconsin to learn more about applying lean thinking to improve daily work. While the original concept is often connected with Toyota, the basic tenets of lean thinking – remove waste, reduce gaps, solve problems and be better each day – are…
My comments on house officer allegations/internal review
Posted by Ora Pescovitz on January 30, 2012 Health System Community, As you have likely heard, we are currently conducting an internal review stemming from allegations of child pornography possession by one of our house officers. Early findings have identified significant problems with how initial reporting of these allegations was handled. This is troubling to…