This episode features Dr. Christopher Kane, Dean of Clinical Affairs & CEO of UC San Diego Health Physician Group. Here, he discusses how UCSD is recruiting & retaining providers & staff, how he approaches his roles at UCSD, streamlining education & training programs to offset provider shortages, and more.
Summary
Dr. Christopher Kane Discusses Retaining Providers and Staff at UC San Diego Health Physician Group
Introduction
Dr. Christopher Kane, Dean of Clinical Affairs & CEO of UC San Diego Health Physician Group, recently appeared on the Becker's Healthcare Podcast to discuss his approach to his various roles at UCSD, the challenges of retaining providers and staff, and streamlining education and training programs.
The Focus on Patient Care
Dr. Kane's overarching focus is on patient care and making sure San Diego residents have access to high-quality healthcare services. He is keenly aware of the challenges of executing plans of care put in place before the pandemic and making sure specialty services are accessible in a timely manner. In addition, he is focused on physician and provider wellness and equity, diversity, inclusiveness, and racial justice issues.
Recruiting and Retention Strategies
UC San Diego has been successful in recruiting and retaining providers and staff due to the advantages of a healthy city and local economy. They have also focused on making sure faculty have lower clinical effort and greater flexibility. Lastly, they are transitioning their workforce to be more flexible with staff so they can do their jobs from home.
Streamlining Education and Training Programs
Dr. Kane believes that physician education can be streamlined by focusing on what urologists actually do in the community, rather than big surgical procedures. This would help offset provider shortages and ensure that providers are fully equipped to handle the needs of their patients.
Conclusion
Dr. Kane's approach to his leadership roles at UC San Diego Health Physician Group reflects his commitment to patient care and provider wellness. His focus on recruiting and retaining providers and staff, and streamlining education and training programs, shows how UCSD is dedicated to providing the best possible healthcare services to San Diego residents.
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This episode aired on 10/02/2022 and can be listened here.
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