Q&A: Dr. Lisa Price-Stevens
Courtesy of Fallon Health
Dr. Lisa Price-Stevens is medical director and vice president of medical affairs at Worcester-based Fallon Health.
Q: Why did you choose the health care field?
A: As a child of a community health nurse, I was exposed to health care at a very early age. I have always been intrigued with the human body, but most importantly how I could assist others in achieving their wellness goals.
Q: What makes you excited to go to work every day?
A: I see opportunities in today's challenging health care environment, especially for providers, payers and patients to collaborate. My colleagues and I are working as part of the solution in many ways, including coordinating care, especially for vulnerable populations who benefit from this approach.
Q: What is one of the biggest issues facing the current health care system?
A: Change is rarely easy, and there are so many complexities involved in health care reform. I believe as a nation we can and will have high-quality, affordable care for all. However, it will take time and a dedicated effort on the part of many stakeholders.
Q: How has your field changed since you first started?
A: Health care has expanded beyond the patient-physician relationship. There's (the Internet), pharmaceutical companies, electronic medical records (companies), government, payers and many others who are now a part of (the picture). Most of the new voices have been beneficial but many doctors miss the past simplicity of health care.
This interview was edited for length and clarity by Emily Micucci.
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