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Kaiser already operates a School of Allied Health Sciences in Richmond, California. The medical school could provide a steady infusion of new physicians for Kaiser trained in the concepts of population health management and cost efficiencies.

It should be noted the board contains individuals with resumes boasting companies such as PayPal, 23andMeand Microsoft Research. It denotes that the healthcare industry is changing and that students will need to be prepared for a tech-friendly environment. Whether it's digital health focusing on life sciences or digital payments or consumer electronics, the rapidly changing tech world is set to influence the healthcare industry.

The industry has already seen some change in this regard. Digital intake tools and utilizing technology to maximize patient throughput has helped some providers make financial gains. But, for the most part, there are still many wrinkles to be ironed out in the new healthcare environment. Kaiser's medical board picks, albeit implicitly, acknowledges the need for educating and understanding this new frontier.

Appointees to the medical school board are:

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