Principals within family offices often face demanding schedules. Consequently, health emergencies can pose a much bigger threat to their well-being compared to the risk of violent encounters, especially when we think about overall security. That is why the head-of-state healthcare model should be a consideration for any family office intent on protecting and preserving the well-being of their principals.
Head-of-State model vs concierge medicine?
Family offices are familiar with the concept of concierge medicine. So what’s the difference between the two models? Well, the head-of-state model was originally developed to serve U.S. presidents and foreign dignitaries. Not only does it incorporate all the convenience and curated services of traditional concierge medicine, but it takes it all a step further. It weaves together advanced medical coordination, secure mobility planning and real-time intelligence.
In other words, if a family office principal has to travel the globe to conduct business, this health model ensures that medical care is not only accessible but is also fully in sync with their pace and daily schedules. For example, imagine a US-based principal who undergoes knee surgery and happens to have pressing business commitments in the UK as well. The head-of-state services offered by Crisis24 Private Strategic Group can help cut through all the logistical challenges of managing post-surgical rehabilitation. The service can ensure immediate continuity of care by transferring medical records. A physical therapist can be secured and scheduled in-home rehabilitation sessions can be organized before the principal even arrives in the UK to do business.
Proactive healthcare abroad
Family office clients often live global lifestyles that require extensive international travel. Travelling abroad introduces its own set of medical issues. For one, clients may encounter different healthcare regulations. In addition, depending on the country, the standard of healthcare providers may be questionable, and there may even be language barriers that might stand in the way of receiving the right treatment.
A head of state healthcare model ensures that family office principals never encounter such medical issues. From discreet hospital admissions to emergency evacuations, the model is engineered to be proactive. As part of its standard practice, it conducts pre-travel evaluations, then customizes immediate aid and medication kits, and should a medical emergency occur, the principal is immediately put into contact with a vetted specialist to administer help regardless of the circumstance.
A good example from Crisis24 Private Strategic Group is when a US-based executive attending a high-profile event in Paris unexpectedly collapsed and was rushed to a public hospital. Under normal circumstances, they would have to endure a prolonged hospital stay and deal with all the bureaucratic delays. But thanks to Crisis24 PSG’s connections within the French medical system, their diagnostic testing was expedited and within 36 hours, the executive was back in the US and receiving treatment from a world-renowned specialist.
Preventing unconventional threats
While they may be private in nature, it is no secret that family office principals face exceptionally demanding lives. Less sleep, more work hours, and the high-pressure demands of leading major organizations create unique security challenges. There are three main categories of these threats: intentional harm, such as toxin attacks; environmental hazards, particularly when travelling to remote locations; and the psychological stress associated with frequent travel and the constant pressure to perform.
Integrating a head-of-state healthcare model can proactively address and lessen unconventional threats. The model incorporates medical intelligence and resources directly within the security structure by training security personnel to conduct medical procedures, identify threats, and manage biological hazards or environmental exposures.
To sum it up
Integrating healthcare with security through the head-of-state model offers family offices a comprehensive solution far beyond traditional concierge medicine. By combining robust medical support with secure travel planning and real-time intelligence, the model ensures uninterrupted care and heightened protection—critical for affluent families navigating complex global environments. Crisis24 PSG’s approach actively mitigates medical risks in foreign locations, facilitates urgent care, and preempts unconventional threats, safeguarding the well-being of influential individuals. This proactive framework not only guarantees seamless continuity of care but also minimizes disruptions, allowing clients to focus on their demanding schedules with confidence and peace of mind.
