This episode features Dr. Phillip Coule, VP and Chief Medical Officer at Augusta University Health System. Here, he discusses his background, skills he uses from his time in emergency medicine that he uses in his CMO role, opportunities and headwinds he's keeping his eye on, and more. Want to network with peers and hear more conversations like this? Apply to be one of our complimentary guest reviewers at our upcoming HIT + Digital Health + RCM Meeting Oct, 3-6 2023 here.
Summary
Dr. Phillip Coule Shares His Experience in Healthcare
Dr. Phillip Coule, Vice President and Chief Medical Officer at Augusta University Health System, recently sat down to discuss his background, his current role, and opportunities for growth in healthcare.
From Emergencies to Administration
Dr. Coule began his medical career in emergency medicine, where he learned teamwork, collaboration, and quick decision-making skills. He has carried these skills into his current role as CMO, where he believes healthcare is also a team sport. For Dr. Coule, the biggest challenge facing healthcare today is the workforce. To address this challenge, Augusta University Health System is expanding training sites and pipeline programs.
Opportunities for Growth
One opportunity Dr. Coule sees for healthcare is the growth of physician leadership within the healthcare system. Physicians who have moved into administrative roles bring a different view into the delivery of healthcare, which challenges traditional care models and delivery methods. Dr. Coule also thinks that efficiency is key to improving healthcare. By reducing pain points and leveraging data elements combined with machine learning or AI, healthcare can improve and become more efficient.
Join the Conversation
If you want to hear more conversations like this, consider applying to be one of our complimentary guest reviewers at our upcoming HIT + Digital Health + RCM Meeting October 3-6, 2023. It's a great opportunity to network with peers and experts in healthcare.
Transforming Care Models
Dr. Coule is excited about the growth of physician leaders in healthcare and how they can help transform care models. With the aid of technology and tools available, new opportunities are available to challenge traditional care models and improve patient care.
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This episode aired on 04/28/2023 and can be listened here.
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