When Hurricane Helene devastated eastern Tennessee, River Valley Health became far more than a healthcare provider. It became a lifeline for the community. In this episode of Community Health Centers Unfiltered, ACH CEO Amanda Pears Kelly sits down with River Valley Health CEO Parinda Khatri, Ph.D., to discuss how the health center responded when roads washed away, communications failed, and patients were cut off from essential care.
Dr. Khatri shares how an innovative clinical risk dashboard, developed through ACH’s Entrepreneur Challenge with support from UnitedHealthcare Community & State, helped identify high-risk patients who needed medications, water, and other critical resources. From supporting first responders to addressing the long-term mental health impacts of disaster, this conversation highlights why investing in community health center readiness and resilience is essential before the next crisis arrives.
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