Do These 3 Things in 2025 to Transform Health System Employee MSK Care

This video is a follow-up to last week’s newsletter, where we explored the rising impact of musculoskeletal (MSK) conditions on healthcare costs. If you're an employee health and benefits leader for a hospital or health system, managing MSK care effectively can lead to significant cost savings and improved employee well-being.

In this video, Dr. Eric Makhni, a practicing orthopedic surgeon with over 15 years of experience, shares actionable strategies to reduce MSK-related expenses and enhance care quality.

Learn the three key steps to succeed in 2025 and beyond:

1. Understand Your MSK Problem – Gain insights into why MSK conditions are a top cost driver.
2. Abandon the Status Quo – Discover why traditional care models no longer work for hospital employees.
3. Implement an Integrated Digital Solution – Leverage clinical-grade and integrated solutions for better outcomes and cost control.

Watch the full video to explore how a digital, physician-led, multidisciplinary approach can help your organization achieve 4x cost savings. If you’re ready to take your MSK management to the next level, let’s connect.

Key Takeaways:

• MSK conditions are two of the top three healthcare cost drivers for employers.
• Traditional care models often result in long wait times, provider burnout, and increased leakage to competitor systems.
• An integrated digital solution - as opposed to "big box" wellness solutions - offers rapid, high-quality care while reducing costs and keeping specialty care services in the health system.

Watch the full video below and discover how you can make a meaningful impact on your organization's healthcare strategy.

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