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The health care industry as a whole has faced an incredible array of challenges over the last few years, and has rallied by making improvements, enhancements and adjustments to protocols, all while providing services that are the most essential to those in need. Responsibility has fallen squarely on the shoulders of the health care sector to lead the way through the post-pandemic new normals, while providing answers and best practices for the people and businesses of the San Fernando Valley and beyond.

With new workplace norms, insurance coverage considerations, emerging new tech, and more, business leaders have many questions when it comes to the wellness of their employees. What new protocols are in place and here to stay? What steps are hospitals taking to protect our safety? Will outpatient care continue to trend upward? How has the insurance coverage landscape altered? To better explore these and many other pressing health-related issues, the San Fernando Valley Business Journal has discussed insights, suggestions and best practices from three health care experts and thought leaders from the region.

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