11 Mar Supporting The Evolving Needs Of Patients With A Specialist Healthcare Business

Healthcare is now the fastest-growing industry in the US, and currently employs over 18 million people. With an increasing number of patients with chronic and mental health conditions, and a steady rise in the number of elderly patients, specialized healthcare businesses could help to take care of growing needs. Depending on your professional field, setting up your own healthcare business could involve developing apps to help manage common chronic conditions, offering counseling to alleviate the stress of bereavement, or assisting a rapidly aging population.

Become A Private Counselor

Grief is something we all experience at some time, and other psychological conditions such as anxiety and depression are becoming more prevalent. Mental Health America reports that over 18% of Americans have a mental health condition, and yet there is a shortage of mental health practitioners. If you have clinical experience, with a license to practice counseling, you are free to set up your own private practice to help meet these growing needs. Practical arrangements will involve finding a clinic that is easily accessible to patients and hiring support staff to ensure the smooth running of your business. When you bring in employees, you are responsible for their well-being at work. Taking out healthcare business insurance will ensure that your employees are well looked after in the event of an accident at work, and that your business is not left short-staffed or out of pocket.

Provide Care For The Elderly

According to the US Census Bureau, by 2030, one fifth of the population will be over the age of 65. With care for the elderly already strained, more small businesses offering in-home support for older patients are needed. This could take the form of a comprehensive service, or if you have specialist qualifications, a more particular area of support such as physiotherapy or nutrition. Start up costs for this type of business are small, since you are visiting patients in their own homes and will not be liable for office overheads.

Develop A Health App

The National Health Council reports that around half of all adults have a chronic condition such as diabetes or cardiovascular disease, and an increasing number of people are living with comorbid conditions. With advances in technology, it is becoming easier to create useful apps that help patients manage a chronic condition, check vitals or send prescription reminders. If you can identify a specific area that is not already covered, an app could be an easy way for you to reach many more patients.

Health care professionals are increasingly in demand, and small specialist businesses could help to meet the evolving requirements of today’s patients. With a background in health care, you could be in just the position to provide this service.

Last Updated on March 11, 2020 by Marie Benz MD FAAD