Name
14. Champions of Change: Testimonials of Excellence in Clinical Leadership
Date & Time
Wednesday, April 30, 2025, 1:20 PM - 2:00 PM
Speakers
Suja Mathew, MD, Executive Vice President and Chief Clinical Officer, Atlantic Health System
Heather McFarland, DO, FASA, System Director, Perioperative Enterprise Services and Anesthesia Value Network; Associate Chief Medical Officer, Academic Market, University Hospitals
Andrew Schram, MD, MBA, Assistant Professor of Medicine, UChicago Medicine; Senior Medical Director, Throughput & Efficiency and Medical Director, Mitchell Hospital
Jason Fish, MD, MS, Chief Executive Officer, Yale Health Center
Heather McFarland, DO, FASA, System Director, Perioperative Enterprise Services and Anesthesia Value Network; Associate Chief Medical Officer, Academic Market, University Hospitals
Andrew Schram, MD, MBA, Assistant Professor of Medicine, UChicago Medicine; Senior Medical Director, Throughput & Efficiency and Medical Director, Mitchell Hospital
Jason Fish, MD, MS, Chief Executive Officer, Yale Health Center



Description
The Champions of Change: Testimonials of Excellence in Clinical Leadership panel will feature dynamic clinical leaders who have successfully implemented innovative strategies to improve patient care and hospital operations. Panelists will share their personal journeys, highlighting key challenges faced and the transformative changes they led to drive clinical excellence. Discussions will center on fostering a culture of collaboration, empowering frontline staff, and maintaining a focus on quality and safety amidst changing healthcare demands. Attendees will gain valuable insights and actionable takeaways on how to lead with impact and inspire change within their own healthcare organizations.
Location Name
Thought Leadership Stage (East Tower - Exhibit Level)
Session Type
Panel
Moderated by
Francesca Mathewes, Writer / Reporter, Becker's Healthcare