MGMA Insights: Restoring Purpose and Autonomy in Healthcare Leadership with Dr. Roger Gerard

In this episode of the MGMA Insights podcast, we are joined by Dr. Roger Gerard, management consultant and author of Lead with Purpose: Reignite Passion and Engagement for Professionals in Crisis. Dr. Gerard shares his insights on the growing issue of commodification in healthcare and offers actionable strategies for leaders to restore purpose and autonomy among healthcare professionals. Discover how leading with purpose can transform your organization, improve patient care, and foster a positive and collaborative work culture.

Key Takeaways:

• Commodification of Healthcare Professionals: Dr. Gerard discusses how the standardization and legal regulations in healthcare have led to a loss of autonomy for professionals, impacting both morale and patient care.
• Leading with Purpose: Learn about Dr. Gerard's leadership philosophy that emphasizes respect, autonomy, and collaboration with healthcare professionals.
• Five Promises for Leaders: Dr. Gerard outlines five critical promises that leaders should make to their teams to build trust, engagement, and loyalty.
• Actionable Steps for Leaders: Dr. Gerard challenges leaders to "go and see" and "go and do" as practical steps to empower their teams and improve organizational culture.

Links Mentioned in the Episode:

• Visit Dr. Roger Gerard's website: rogergerard.com
• Learn more about Lead with Purpose: Reignite Passion and Engagement for Professionals in Crisis by Dr. Roger Gerard: Purchase Here
• Explore Dr. Gerard’s previous book Owning the Room: Purchase Here

Additional Resources:

• Read the accompanying article on MGMA.com: Restoring Purpose and Autonomy in Healthcare Leadership
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