Special Crossover episode : Strategic Hope: Accelerating Positive Change in Healthcare with Dr Andrea Austin on the Heartline podcast

In a special cross over episode the Mind Full Medic podcast is delighted to bring you this episode of the Heartline: Changemaking in Healthcare podcast with Dr Andrea Austin. I have the opportunity to flip the mic on Dr Austin, Emergency Physician and FACEP based in San Diego California, educator, simulationist, podcast host and well known to regular listeners as favourite "Frentor" of the Mind Full Medic. 

In this conversation we explore the fascinating world of changemaking in healthcare. As we delve into the findings of Andrea's recent research, we uncover the essential ingredients that enable healthcare professionals to become effective agents of positive transformation. Andrea sheds light on the delicate balance between individual agency and organisational support, highlighting how these elements intertwine to create an environment where meaningful change can flourish. We discuss the challenges faced by changemakers in healthcare and the strategies they employ to overcome them.

Key insights from our discussion include:

• The importance of insatiable learning and personal growth in driving change
• How changemakers navigate the complex emotional landscape of leading transformation
• The critical role of communication and listening in building coalitions for change
• Organizational strategies that foster and support changemaking efforts

Discover how to:

• Sustain inspiration and motivation throughout the change process
• Develop the courage and resilience needed to face setbacks and opposition
• Leverage organizational support to amplify your impact as a changemaker
• Build and nurture the relationships crucial for successful change initiatives

This episode offers invaluable insights for healthcare professionals at all levels who aspire to make a difference in their organizations and beyond. Whether you’re a seasoned leader or just starting your journey in healthcare, you’ll find practical strategies and inspiration to fuel your changemaking efforts.

“Changemaking is a really big part of that pathway to keeping passionate professionals engaged in healthcare.” – Dr. Andrea Austin

Join us for this thought-provoking conversation that challenges conventional thinking about change in healthcare and inspires a new generation of changemakers. Learn how small acts of courage and strategic thinking can lead to significant positive transformations in our healthcare systems.

Link to the paper discussed in this episode https://www.cureus.com/articles/351909-developing-the-next-generation-of-physician-changemakers-you-have-to-love-the-people-and-love-the-process#!/

Connect with Dr. Andrea Austin:

• https://www.linkedin.com/in/andrea-austin-simgal/Twitter
• https://www.instagram.com/andreaaustinmd/?hl=en 

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