What to Consider When Choosing a Facility Transcript

What to Consider When Choosing a Facility Transcript

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Scenery: Universal Health Corporation logo appears on a white background, then fades away. A blonde woman in a navy blue dress stands in front of a black fence surrounded by greenery. On screen text reads: Shelley Basinger.

Shelley Basinger: It’s a conversation we sometimes avoid, but it’s so important to think about long-term care now before an emergency arises for you or a family member.

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Shelley Basinger: I’m joined now by Dr. Brochero from Universal Health. When selecting a skilled nursing facility or a long-term care facility, what is one important question that you want people to consider?

On screen text reads: Dr. Alfonso Brochero.

Dr. Brochero: The most important question for families and patients to consider is: who is your healthcare team? Your healthcare team is going to help you achieve the goals that you set for yourself to succeed in these centers.

Shelley Basinger: And we hear “plan of care”, “goals of care” a lot in the medical community. What does that phrase mean and why is it important?

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Dr. Brochero: That is very important. The goals of care provide your healthcare team to be able to achieve the success that you are looking for.

Shelley Basinger: Great things to think about. So, consider your options now before a time of crisis.

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