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Kenneth L. Fenchel MA, PA
Kenneth Fenchel is Co-Founder and CEO of Independent Practice Management Services Organization, a consulting and services group he Co-Founded with Susanne Madden to help independent practices stay independent by offering solutions to the complex problems that they face on a day to day basis.
Prior to founding the Independent Practice MSO he was employed by Sandhills Pediatrics and the South Carolina Pediatric Alliance for 25 years, first as the Practice Administrator then the Chief Operating Officer. Over the course of his career he guided the group through meaningful use certification, two different EMRs, PCMH level III certification, a practice acquisition, and then a group without walls merger with another large practice. At his departure, after the merger, the alliance included 10 locations with 39 providers.
Previous to his time in Practice Administration, Ken served in the U.S. Army for 21 years, retiring as a PA. While in the Army he served as clinical director and chief medical officer at multiple facilities around the world providing health care to members of the U.S. Armed Services. He also spent 4 years at the U.S. Army Academy of Health Sciences as an adjunct professor in the Medicine and Surgery Division. With a BA and MA in Health Care Management and a Physician’s Assistant degree, Ken brings to the table his formal training in management and medicine along with 46 years of practical experience to provide solutions to problems in today’s ever changing health care field.
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A new report outlines how independent pediatric practices can play a huge role in supporting whole child health and advocating for children's needs. Check out the full report here via PCC. 👩⚕️
"The report explains that multidisciplinary teams are required to support whole-child health. Independent pediatricians usually benefit from a close-knit team of nurses, social workers, therapists, community health workers, and many more providers that establish cohesive collaboration. They’re also well connected with area schools, where more important healthcare goals, such as nutrition, health education, and socio-emotional learning, occur."
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The Future of Pediatric Healthcare is Independent
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Explore how independent pediatricians are shaping the future of American healthcare through community-based systems, payment reform, and whole-child health advocacy.
The American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) and the American Heart Association have released updated guidance on CPR for drowning. 🏊♂️
Check it out here!
"Rescuers should immediately start CPR that includes rescue breathing in addition to chest compressions. Multiple large studies over time show more people with cardiac arrest from non-cardiac causes such as drowning survive when CPR includes rescue breaths compared to Hands-Only CPR (calling 911 and pushing hard and fast in the center of the chest)."
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CPR for Drowning: Updated Guidance
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The American Academy of Pediatrics and the American Heart Association have released updated guidance on steps to take when resuscitating someone who has drowned. Among the updates, it recommends card...0 CommentsComment on Facebook
The American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) warns that the non-medical use of controlled prescription medications poses a high risk to patients. 💊
Check out their new guidance on how to protect adolescents and young adults who are vulnerable to mistaking pills for prescription drugs.
"Ask patients and caregivers about all controlled medication prescriptions and provide appropriate education. Strategies to protect children and youth from the risks of nonmedical use of prescriptions include securing medications at home; supervising access and administration of controlled medications; and disposing of unused medications properly."
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Preventing Nonmedical Use of Controlled Prescription Medications: AAP Guidance
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In a new clinical report, "Nonmedical Use of Controlled Medications by Adolescents and Young Adults," the AAP says adolescents and young adults are especially vulnerable to risky behavior related t...0 CommentsComment on Facebook
Happy Native American Heritage Day! We celebrate the diverse cultures and contributions of Native American communities! 🙌
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Happy Thanksgiving! May your day be filled with gratitude and happiness! 🍁 🙏
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