Posted: January 5, 2026 | Category: News
Being the physician and owner of a small independent medical practice is not for the faint of heart. Running a medical practice involves numerous responsibilities to your patients, employees, and family, and balancing these demands is always a challenge. In my practice, my goal is to provide high-quality care in an empathetic and professional […]
Posted: January 5, 2026 | Category: News
Valley Preferred proudly supported the 2025 Spirit of Courage Awards, honoring extraordinary acts of bravery and resilience—from first responders who risked their lives to burn survivors who inspire hope—while raising vital funds for burn prevention and recovery programs. Center Valley, PA, October 28, 2025 – The Valley Preferred Spirit of Courage (VPSOC) awards, created by […]
Posted: January 5, 2026 | Category: News
From the Desks of John Stoeckle, MD, CHQS, Medical Director and Dan Bair, Executive Director of Valley Preferred As we take a retrospective look at 2025 and an optimistic view toward 2026, we are pleased with all that we have accomplished at Valley Preferred over the past year. Although it has been a year of […]
Posted: October 2, 2025 | Category: News
From the Desk of John Stoeckle, MD, CHQS, Medical Director of Valley Preferred As we enter the final months of 2025, I want to reflect on our shared progress and highlight what is ahead. Valley Preferred continues to advance its mission of supporting clinicians and improving community health. This year, we have strengthened infrastructure, expanded […]
Posted: October 2, 2025 | Category: News
As Robert X. Murphy, MD transitions from the Interim-Executive Director position to focus on his role as Enterprise Chief for Provider Network Development at Jefferson Health, we are pleased to announce the appointments of Dan Bair as Executive Director and John J. Stoeckle, MD, CHQS, as Medical Director of Valley Preferred. Robert X. Murphy, MD […]
Posted: February 1, 2024 | Category: News
In this Part 2 of the story, we explore the employed physician’s environment and how they uniquely manage the burdens brought on by metrics, administration, and office operations.
Posted: January 22, 2024 | Category: News
A team lead by psychiatrist Susan Wiley, MD evaluated the Healthy Minds Program App that uses neuroscience, contemplative traditions, and skill-based learning methods to help users develop the skills for a healthy mind.
Posted: January 15, 2024 | Category: Well-Being Tips
Reframing Compassion Fatigue
A Happiness Revolution
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Posted: December 28, 2023 | Category: News
As health care systems continue morphing themselves into more streamlined organizations, employed and independent practices have exercised innovation to make improvements in their own offices.
Posted: December 13, 2023 | Category: Well-Being Tips
The Year to Try a Healthier Dinner Plan
The How-To Guide for Holiday Inflatables
The Year to Try a Healthier Dinner Plan