Managing Infectious Disease Risks
Teresa Bartlett, MD
Senior Medical Officer, Sedgwick
It’s imperative to understand how to manage the ongoing risks and consequences of the current COVID-19 crisis at hand. In order to do so, it is necessary to understand new information about how the virus is spread and compare the efficacy of precautions and personal protective equipment as well as the long-term consequences of the virus, even for asymptomatic individuals.
In today’s episode, Dr. Teresa Bartlett explains:
- The duration of quarantine pending COVID-19 exposure
- The distribution of Pfizer’s vaccine that is currently in trial; and how it must be administered
- The latest clinical research
- CDC’s recent change for definition of close contact
- The impact related to physical and mental health
Teresa Bartlett, MD
Senior Medical Officer, Sedgwick
Summary of Qualifications
Teresa's background in family medicine led to a business career with a large automotive manufacturer. She has managed large self-insured, multi-state workers’ compensation programs and the Canadian workers’ compensation program. The short term disability (STD) program which she managed was union negotiated.
Responsibilities
As medical director for Sedgwick, Teresa is the senior advisor in matters affecting the design and delivery of medical management services for the company’s claims clients. She provides strategic counsel and operational support in all areas of medical management including case management, return-to-work, medical outcomes protocols, pharmacy interventions, telemedicine and health and safety matters. Teresa also advises on best practices to integrate the delivery of occupational and non-occupational medical services and the matters affecting healthcare as part of the claims services process.
Business Experience
Sedgwick experience includes clinical operations, utilization review, pharmacy management, consult and guidance for clients in matters of COVID-19 and clinical management of casualty and disability claims.
Professional Affiliations
Crisis Text Line Crisis counsellor volunteer
Business Insurance Foundation Board (Cannabis, W2W)
Education
Bachelor of Science
Medical Doctor
