The Leader's Compass for Medical Professionals: Modeling Personal Values to Influence People, Accomplish the Mission, and Improve the Organization

There couldn’t be a more appropriate time in health care than now to have the guidance offered through this book dedicated specifically to medical professionals. As more physicians and admins find themselves at odds with goal conflict, this book provides a clear picture of what is needed in our health care organizations.

Do Your Physician Leaders Have the Skills to Help Your Organization Thrive in an Unknown Future?

Our industry is in a state of flux, and no one knows exactly what tomorrow will look like. What we do know is we must find a way to rein in the costs of health care delivery while providing the best possible clinical outcomes. We also know we can't do it without the oversight of strong physician leaders to ensure we're meeting the complex needs of our patients.

They're trained to be rugged individualists steeped in the hard science of medicine—but they also must be team players with soft skills that enable them to empower, influence, and motivate.

The Leader's Compass for Medical Professionals brings this dilemma to life in a compelling and readable way. Authors Robert M. Underwood, MD, MHCDS, and Dennis F. Haley tell the story of Dr. Adam Phillips, a surgeon who has a daunting leadership role practically thrust upon him.

Watching Dr. Phillips navigate the pitfalls and peaks of this journey—guided by one of his patients, a retired U.S. Army colonel who becomes his mentor—both enlightens and entertains.