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Advent of "Care Systems" Means Governance Must Also Transform
Trustee Articles
Society and industries are always evolving; revolutionary change occurs sporadically when powerful forces align to disrupt the old order. The health care delivery system today is in the midst of an historic transformation to redesign how care is delivered. The quite immodest aim is to take 20 to 30 percent of costs out of the system while maintaining or improving clinical outcomes and patients’ health.
Applying Competency-based Criteria to Committee Makeup and Education
Trustee Articles
More and more boards are adopting the practice of using competency-based criteria to select governing board members. They identify the subject areas and behavioral qualities needed from trustees and apply them to recruitment, orientation, leadership development, succession planning and periodic evaluation.
The Baldrige Influence on Governance Excellence
Trustee Articles
Guided by their organization’s mission, vision and values, trustees must govern with their eye on the future, the well-being of patients, and the health of their communities.
The “Aha!” Moment to Unlocking Governance Excellence
This article delves into the indispensable role of the governance committee and how it can supercharge a board’s overall performance, with a spotlight on the journey of one hospital striving for excellence.
A Physician’s Touch in the World of Hospital Governance
Kathy Garrett, M.D., shares her board experience and the importance of trustee voices in shaping the future of health care.
Board Leader Resources
AHA Trustee Services offers resources for board leaders on leadership development, board chair relationship with the CEO, committees, and more.
Avoiding Groupthink in the Boardroom
In today’s environment it is particularly important for boards to take the time to discuss difficult issues, challenge assumptions and refuse to rely on groupthink when confronting strategic opportunities, financial challenges and quality oversight. To do this effectively, trust, candor, differing points of view and self-reflection are essential — assets no board can do without.
Best Practices for Executive Sessions Without CEOs
Executive sessions give board members the chance to talk privately to address sensitive and confidential issues, promote robust discussion and build trust.
Role of Board Leaders in Engagement and Development
WEBINARThis webinar is geared towards chairs, chair elects or people that are in line to be a chair or a leader of their boards. Effective board me