The PQI Podcast

Season 8 Episode 3 : Connecting Care: How CareFlash Communities Support Patients & Families

Episode Summary

Cancer care goes beyond treatment—it's about building emotional and informational support systems for patients and their families. In this episode, Jay Drayer, founder of CareFlash, and Steven Paulson, MD, President and Chair of Texas Oncology, discuss how CareFlash communities are empowering patients and caregivers to stay connected, share updates, and navigate the emotional challenges of caregiving together.

Episode Notes

Staying connected during a health journey is essential for both patients and their loved ones. In this episode, we welcome Jay Drayer, founder of CareFlash, and Steven Paulson, MD, President and Chairman of Texas Oncology, to discuss how CareFlash communities provide a unique space for sharing updates, offering support, and easing the emotional challenges of caregiving.

Jay founded CareFlash in 2005, inspired by his personal caregiving experiences. He brings a unique blend of financial expertise, strategic vision, and a deep passion for innovation to his work. Through platforms like Careopolis, Kiddopolis, and Petopolis, CareFlash helps families and loved ones navigate caregiving with empathy and connection.

Dr. Paulson, a board-certified medical oncologist and hematologist, leads Texas Oncology, one of the largest cancer treatment organizations in the country. With a distinguished career spanning decades, he has been instrumental in advancing oncology care and ensuring patients receive cutting-edge treatments in a compassionate, community-based setting.

Together, Jay and Dr. Paulson share insights into the role of connection in patient care, how CareFlash enhances communication among caregivers, and what excites Dr. Paulson about the future of oncology.

For more information on CareFlash, visit CareFlash.com.