In a rapidly evolving healthcare landscape, there are a few individuals who stand out not only for their expertise but also for their passion for driving positive change. Corrine Hill, of Prime Health, is one such individual.
Getting to Know Corrine Hill
Corrine Hill's journey has been steeped in non-profit leadership, holding an executive role in a federally qualified health center on the East Coast for the past eight years. She believes her dual expertise in social work and business offers her a unique perspective, emphasizing that these skills can complement each other beautifully in the non-profit sector for those who aren't solely driven by profit.
However, Corrine sheds light on a significant challenge in non-profit management: equity, diversity, and inclusion. Contrary to popular belief, many non-profit organizations struggle in this area. She notes the gender disparity that emerges at higher leadership levels, with men, particularly white men, dominating these roles. This lack of diversity muffles the voices of women, people of color, and queer individuals. Corrine calls for more proactive efforts, emphasizing that wanting to hire diversely isn't enough; organizations must set tangible goals and work diligently to achieve them.
Corrine's personal experiences have significantly influenced her career choices. Identifying as a gay woman from a somewhat traumatic background, she credits the love she received, especially from community-focused family members like her grandmother, as pivotal in her trajectory. Initially starting in education, Corrine quickly shifted her focus, feeling a stronger pull towards roles that allowed her to support her community more directly.
In her current role as Interim CEO of Prime Health, Corrine is championing health technology startups focusing on safety net providers and Medicaid populations, particularly those founded by marginalized groups such as women, people of color, and queer individuals. She stresses the importance of supporting these startups, given that a significant portion of funding typically goes to mainstream demographics. Prime Health’s mission uniquely emphasizes health innovation that caters to the underserved, a niche that few accelerators focus on, setting them apart in their commitment to health equity.
The Vision Behind Prime Health
| Prime Health, under Corrine's steerage, seeks to redefine healthcare's trajectory. It's not just about innovating; it's about purpose-driven innovation. As Corrine aptly put it, "Our main mission is to make healthcare work better for everyone. And one of the ways we do that is through our challenge competition." |
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This annual Innovation Summit and Innovation Challenge Live Pitch Event is Prime Health’s magnum opus. By inviting diverse innovators to submit their cutting-edge health-tech solutions, Prime Health hopes to identify and nurture transformative products that hold the potential to revolutionize healthcare. Corrine's emphasis on the competition's impact resonates deeply: "We're looking for those products and solutions...that are really going to make a difference for providers and for patients."
The 3-round, multi-month program provides feedback and mentorship to digital health companies from provider, payer, policy, business, and technology experts to support them in piloting their solutions with healthcare organizations. Throughout the years, the Innovation Challenge has supported the development and implementation of more than 45 pilots across Colorado and California, many of which have transformed into sustainable partnerships.
Building Bridges with Prime Health
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Community collaboration lies at the heart of Prime Health. The organization is dedicated to community building and encouraging access to information and education. |
This isn't just a corporate mission; it's Corrine's personal vision for the organization. She earnestly mentions, "We're always looking for folks to be mentors, subject matter experts, or judges in our challenge competition."
Prime Health's presence isn't limited to the confines of their office or their competition. They maintain an active stance on LinkedIn, a move that Corrine believes facilitates richer dialogues on healthcare innovation. "Look us up on LinkedIn, check out our website, reach out to me directly. I'm happy to talk about Prime Health," Corrine offers warmly, encouraging a wave of future collaborations.
Beyond the Desk
Our conversation with Corrine provided glimpses of her vibrant personality beyond her role at Prime Health. Expressing her anticipation of upcoming HIT Like a Girl Pod community events in Denver, she shared, "I have both those events in my calendar. So I'm going to make an effort to be there." It's clear she values opportunities to network and learn from diverse healthcare initiatives.
In Retrospect
The world of healthcare is vast and complex, filled with challenges ranging from accessibility issues to the seamless integration of tech. It is luminaries like Corrine Hill who make a difference. She exemplifies what it means to be proactive and collaborative in a landscape that often demands reactivity.
To encapsulate the spirit of our enlightening conversation with Corrine, it’s vital to hark back to her words: “We really need a lot of different perspectives.” With this collaborative ethos, Corrine continues to push the boundaries at Prime Health, inching us closer to a brighter and more inclusive healthcare future.
With that spirit, she continues to drive Prime Health forward, creating a brighter and healthier future for us all.
Stay tuned for more updates from Corrine and Prime Health, and if you're passionate about healthcare innovation, consider getting involved!