Dr. Perlin on climate change at National Academy of Medicine virtual convening
The National Academy of Medicine recently hosted a virtual convening of distinguished thought leaders and innovators in the climate and healthcare spheres to exchange ideas and develop strategies to bridge the gap between the two.
Jonathan B. Perlin, MD, PhD, president and chief executive officer, The Joint Commission and Joint Commission International, presented on how hospitals can implement change in their policies and practices to reduce their carbon footprint, emphasizing the need to “move from concept to action.” He also shared how Sustainable Healthcare Certification can help healthcare organizations lay this important groundwork with resources for setting benchmarks and measuring progress.