1. Shift away from the model that assumes physicians are the only source of knowledge.
2. Evaluate all of the human resources available and determine who is best to handle and manage the different parts of patient care.
3. Utilize staff to the full extent of their training.
4. Encourage a sense of ownership in everyone in the practice.
5. Allow the EHR to play a role.
6. Combat patient resistance and encourage their active participation in care.
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