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One healthcare leader was set on becoming an artist. One considered a career as a flight attendant. Another saw herself as a comedian. Fortunately, they chose healthcare, but it could have been a very different world if these (and other) leaders had followed their original paths.
Saad Chaudhry, Chief Digital and Information Officer at Luminis Health and member of HealthsystemCIO’s Advisory Panel, is one of three newly elected members of CHIME’s Board of Trustees, according to the organization, which also announced the 2024 officers and 2025 Board Members.
Joining a professional organization isn’t just about networking and continuing education. “It’s also a service to the profession,” says CIO Chani Cordero, who talks about how to find the right fit based on your needs.
The key to being a successful healthcare IT leader is to take advantage of the opportunities that come your way, while also creating opportunities for others, said CIO Sheree Mcfarland in this interview.
Enlisting a career coach can be extremely beneficial, as long as participants are willing to learn, and coaches are equipped to ask guiding questions, listen, and build a connection, according to Sarah Richardson.
The keys to success with any confrontation is to view it more as a discussion, according to our expert panelists. In a recent webinar, they provided useful tips on how to approach these critical situations.
When it comes to creating programs to help military members transition to civilian life – while also helping to fill health IT positions – the question isn’t why, but how it can be done, says Jaime Parent, who talks about his new book.
One of the most common mistakes made when trying to drive change? Failing to understand the “ownership” people feel with certain processes, says Carla Smith, who shares valuable insights on leadership.
Whether it’s starting a new fitness routine or taking on a new leadership role, your first priority should be to seek out advice from experts, says Michael Saad, who discusses the parallels between the two situations.
A lack of confidence can prevent even the most qualified individuals from seeking – or attaining – leadership roles. But it doesn’t have to be that way, says Sue Schade, who shares helpful advice.
