Dr. Mahdieh Parizi is a pioneer in women’s healthcare at the VA, and she speaks with Dorothy about the introduction of patient self-scheduling for mammograms and improving patient return rates.
Additionally, Dr. Parizi shares insights on balancing professional and personal responsibilities, advocating for regular mammograms despite mixed recommendations, and overcoming insurance hurdles. With 25,000 registered women veterans and expanded breast imaging clinics, Dr. Parizi highlights ongoing efforts to increase breast cancer screenings and early detection.
Key Questions Answered
1.) What is the patient self-scheduling system and how does it benefit mammogram return rates?
2.) What multifactorial approach is used to improve mammogram return rates?
3. How has the COVID-19 pandemic affected late-stage cancer diagnoses?
4.) What are Community-Based Outpatient Clinics (CBOCs) and how do they improve access?
5.) What challenges does the VA healthcare system face in improving breast imaging programs?
6.) What should women advocate for regarding annual mammography starting at age 40?
7.) What role does patient navigation play in improving mammogram follow-ups?
Timestamped Overview
00:00 Dr. Parizi innovates VA mammography care for veterans.
04:31 Working at The Rose: Compassionate nonprofit healthcare experience.
07:39 Passionately pioneered women veterans' healthcare program.
12:04 Clinic adapts processes for efficient, comprehensive care.
16:01 Expanding breast imaging for women veterans' outreach.
19:35 Creative strategies increased patient attendance post-decrease.
21:01 Patients self-schedule mammograms; education events aid.
25:53 Balancing motherhood and professional responsibilities' challenges.
28:17 Annual mammography from age 40 saves lives.
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