This episode features Bimal Patel, President of Hartford Region Acute Care Hospital. Here, he discusses the growth of Hartford in the past decade, the importance of great mentors for emerging leaders, the value of being embedded in the community, and more.
Summary
Hartford Region Acute Care Hospital’s President Shares Insights on Successful Healthcare Leadership
Bimal Patel talks about the growth of Hartford, the importance of great mentors, and more
In a recent episode, Bimal Patel, President of Hartford Region Acute Care Hospital, shared his insights on successful healthcare leadership. He discussed how Hartford has grown in the past decade, the significance of having great mentors for emerging leaders, the value of being embedded in the community, and more.
A Privilege to Serve
As the President of Hartford Hospital in the Hartford Health Hospital region, Patel has been a part of Hartford Healthcare for 13 years. During his tenure, the organization has grown from a two-hospital system to a seven-hospital system with a net revenue of five billion dollars.
Patel believes that leadership is a privilege to serve and encourages emerging leaders to choose the right boss who is invested in their growth and development. He recommends having skills, being enabled, making commitments, and enjoying the journey as important parts of successful leadership in healthcare.
The Importance of Institutional Knowledge and Diversity
Patel believes that it is essential to have employees with institutional knowledge and loyalty while also bringing on people from outside with different points of view. This balance helps organizations to grow and evolve over time.
The Significance of Community Engagement
According to Patel, leaders should be engaged in the local community as it helps differentiate organizations. Community outreach enables healthcare providers to develop a reputation as trusted advisors and enhances their ability to fulfill their mission of improving people's lives through exceptional care.
Final Thoughts
Bimal Patel's insights are helpful for healthcare leaders to consider in their leadership journey. Patel's belief that leadership is a privilege, the importance of institutional knowledge and diversity, and community engagement emphasizes Healthcare voices who are passionate about offering the best care to the communities they serve.
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This episode aired on 09/23/2022 and can be listened here.
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