DES MOINES, IOWA (August 15, 2022) — Fourteen Iowa physicians achieved their physician business leadership certifications this week after the final educational session at the Iowa Medical Society in Des Moines. The program, which is offered by the Iowa Hospital Association, Iowa Healthcare Collaborative, Iowa Medical Society, and Iowa Academy of Family Physicians, is designed to help physicians gain the tools to become successful leaders in today’s complex health care environment.
Physicians achieved their business-leadership certifications by attending quarterly-educational sessions and participating in peer-to-peer learning and discussion of best practices. Sessions featured well-known physician faculty-members who share their expertise in three focus areas:
- Execution, efficiency, and effectiveness;
- Fundamental leadership and business skills; and
- Health-care delivery issues affecting physicians, such as opioid addiction, crisis management, and behavioral health.
Participants also received two ninety-minute executive-coaching sessions to develop self-awareness, understand blind spots, and enhance their ability to improve their organizations’ cultures.
“Providers are facing an era of change unlike any before,” said Iowa Hospital Association President Chris Mitchell. “During these times, strong leaders who demonstrate innovation and focused decision-making abilities are required. That’s why the four statewide associations partnered to create this valuable program.”
For more information about the 2023 Physician Business Leadership Certification Program, contact Corey Martin, Vice President, Education, Iowa Hospital Association, at 515-288-1955 or martinc@ihaonline.org.
