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Andrea Curry, head of editorial at The Intake

Andrea Curry is an award-winning journalist with over 15 years of storytelling under her belt. She has won multiple awards for her work and is now the head of editorial at The Intake, where she puts her passion for helping independent healthcare practices into action.

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the 2024 blood donation shortage and solutions
the 2024 blood donation shortage and solutions
Medical experts weigh in on the national blood shortage

Discover experts’ opinions on the nation’s blood shortage and learn how independent practitioners can help.

American sentiments on futuristic tech
American sentiments on futuristic tech
Survey: Americans’ perceptions of Apple Vision Pro and Neuralink in healthcare

Futuristic Tech is here to stay. Learn how healthcare practitioners and patients feel about these latest tech innovations.

women healthcare pay disparities among graduates
women healthcare pay disparities among graduates
Overcoming the wage gap: Colleges where women graduates outpace men

Tebra research uncovers which institutions and fields of study results in women earning more than men in healthcare

Billing statement and stethoscope with revenue cycle management healthcare news
Billing statement and stethoscope with revenue cycle management healthcare news
Healing or hurting? The impact of healthcare costs on patient well-being

Patients and medical professionals weigh in on healthcare affordability and how the economy can affect well-being.

Tebra survey regarding healthcare branding recognizability
Tebra survey regarding healthcare branding recognizability
The most memorable logos and brands in healthcare 2024

Explore the healthcare logos that Americans find the easiest to identify and learn more about the common features of the most memorable brands

Get expert tips, guides, and valuable insights for your medical practice
tebra survey on weight loss drug benefits
tebra survey on weight loss drug benefits
Weighing in on employee benefits: Employees demand weight loss coverage

Explore the rising demand for weight-loss drugs in health plans with insights from Tebra’s latest employee survey.

patient waiting room music survey
patient waiting room music survey
Music’s effect on the waiting room experience: A patient survey

Explore the surprising impact of music on patient experiences and healthcare habits, and learn more about the best music to play in a waiting room.

coping with holiday stress
coping with holiday stress
Survey: How patients and workers cope with mental health challenges during the holidays

Understand the mental health challenges Americans are experiencing during this holiday season and what tips healthcare workers have to offer.

2023 medical debt credit reporting proposal
2023 medical debt credit reporting proposal
Patient perspectives on new proposal to remove medical debt from credit reports

Explore the impact of medical debt on Americans and the potential relief the CFPB’s 2023 initiative to remove medical debt from credit reports could offer.

helping medical staff establish well-being best practices and fight burnout
helping medical staff establish well-being best practices and fight burnout
Sustainable employee well-being ideas for your medical practice

Fighting burnout requires a multi-faceted combination of technology, optimization, and work-life balance.

A Black child trying on a stethoscope with a Black doctor and a parent to illustrate a successful doctor's visit for a child with autism
A Black child trying on a stethoscope with a Black doctor and a parent to illustrate a successful doctor's visit for a child with autism
Providing a better doctor’s visit for children on the autism spectrum

Tips and care guidelines for children on the autism spectrum for your medical practice.

urgent care lessons
urgent care lessons
What private healthcare practices can learn from urgent care centers

Grow an independent practice and perfect patient retention by following the example of urgent care centers.

facebook and doctors
facebook and doctors
How to create successful Facebook ads for doctors

Follow these guidelines to ensure a return on investment for healthcare Facebook ads.

Ozempic in America
Ozempic in America
Ozempic in America: What’s the real impact? A survey reveals details

Diabetes and weight loss drug Ozempic has gone viral — causing a shortage. Find out its side effects, alternatives, broader impacts, and who wants it most.

patient feedback
patient feedback
The ultimate guide for medical practice growth in 2024

Use these practice growth digital strategies to increase patient volume and enrich every patient’s overall experience.

Get expert tips, guides, and valuable insights for your medical practice

Get expert tips, guides, and valuable insights for your healthcare practice