T-Minus To Attending | Season 1 Episode 7

Leadership & Risk-Taking: A Journey from Hospitalist to Healthcare Leader

In this enlightening episode, Dr. Shishir Shah sits down with Dr. Darren Swenson, a nationally renowned post-acute care specialist and Group President at Team Health. Dr. Swenson shares his inspiring journey from hospitalist to healthcare leader, highlighting the importance of leadership, risk-taking, and continuous learning in the medical field. They delve into the evolving landscape of post-acute care, the critical role of advanced practice clinicians, and the future of value-based care. Tune in for valuable insights and actionable advice for both new and experienced medical professionals.

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Published on
October 30, 2024

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Chapters

  • (00:00) – T-Minus to Attending aims to empower new and experienced medical professionals to lead better

  • (07:19) – You work in post-acute care, which is all patients in nursing homes

  • (11:32) – You worry about Congress’s efforts to reduce provider pay

  • (14:07) – Many are using advanced practitioners to alleviate shortage in healthcare cost containment

  • (18:30) – Leadership and watching each other’s back

  • (26:33) – Leadership is an opportunity to truly make a difference