This episode features Dr. Francisco Alvarez, Pediatric Hospitalist at Lucile Packard Children’s Hospital, Associate Chief - Regional Pediatric Hospital Medicine Programs, & Clinical Professor - Pediatrics, at Stanford School of Medicine. Here, he discusses his background in pediatrics, his focus on making sure his team has a good work-life balance, and more.
Summary
Meet Dr. Francisco Alvarez: Pediatric Hospitalist at Lucile Packard Children's Hospital, Associate Chief, and Clinical Professor
Dr. Francisco Alvarez, the Pediatric Hospitalist at Lucile Packard Children's Hospital, Associate Chief at Sanford Regional Pediatric Hospital Medicine Program, and Clinical Professor at Stanford School of Medicine, is a renowned professional in the field of pediatrics. He has worked in several roles throughout his career, including regional directors in Children's National Health System and local community site directors in Central Virginia, Fredericksburg, and Stafford Virginia.
Background in Pediatrics
Dr. Alvarez is on the front line, taking care of sick children, and promoting pediatric health and wellness. He has dedicated his career to improving the lives of children and their families, and his vast knowledge and experience set him apart from the rest.
Focus on Work-Life Balance
Dr. Alvarez understands the importance of maintaining a work-life balance. He believes that good health and well-being are essential to providing quality healthcare to patients. Therefore, he prioritizes ensuring his team has a good work-life balance to prevent burnout and promote overall health and wellness.
Transitioning from Covid Struggles to Financial Challenges
Dr. Alvarez's current top priority is transitioning from the Covid struggles, both the struggles and burden on providers, to financial challenges facing healthcare institutions. He understands the need to adapt to the ever-changing healthcare landscape and navigate through challenging times effectively.
Promoting Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI)
Dr. Alvarez is most excited about using the momentum from the Covid pandemic to make tangible action plans and goals around diversity and equity. He measures this through a point system, allocating 20% of bonuses to DEI work. Dr. Alvarez is committed to making a positive impact on healthcare and continuously improving the lives of his patients, their families, and the healthcare team.
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This episode aired on 10/29/2022 and can be listened here.
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