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Episode #5 - Denise Atwood - Healthcare Risk Management
Experienced Chief Risk Officer Denise Atwood explains her journey to the top of risk management. Listen now to hear how Denise did it.
Denise Atwood talks about her journey from healthcare leader to the Chief Risk Officer at District Medical Group. Atwood discusses physician trauma and the role of ASHRM plans in a healthcare organization.

Guide: How One External Peer Review per Provider Each Year Can Transform Quality in FQHCs and Rural Hospitals
External peer review reduces bias, improves patient safety, eases staff burden, and strengthens compliance—just one review per provider/year.
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Why and How to Introduce External Reviews into a Patient Safety or Quality Improvement Program
External peer reviews reduce bias, fill specialty gaps, ease admin burden, and boost quality—key for FQHCs, rural sites, and high-risk care.
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Understanding HRSA Performance Measures: What They Are and Why They Matter for Health Centers
HRSA performance measurements help health centers track critical metrics—driving quality care, funding, and community impact.
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