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Post-COVID-19 Future of U.S. Health Care
How boards can prepare for an evolving landscape
By Brian Fuller and Jordan Shields
The COVID-19 pandemic has challenged our nation over the past two years.
The past few years have only made things harder for new CEOs, with the impact of COVID-19 creating a volatile, politicized environment on top of existential organizational challenges. Even with all that, a big surprise for a new CEO is how much time and energy are required to establish and nurture…
To navigate the choppy waters ahead, hospital and health system boards need to develop a plan to reengage all trustees and renew CEO and board leadership collaboration.
A WellSpan Health task force developed meaningful principles that signaled a changed approach to governance at the health system.
Understanding a board’s aptitude and ability to advance health equity should be a key element of board strategy.
Holding board members accountable and addressing issues in a timely manner are essential to a successful boardroom culture.
The AHA has partnered with UnidosUS and the National Urban League to create a program that matches member hospitals with community leaders to increase diverse representation on hospital and health system boards.
Focused, strategic discussions in the boardroom can support organizational excellence.
Health care boards that invest the time in discussing strategy can position their organization for success.
Using insights on humanizing brand experience, boards can better engage health care consumers and maintain and build trust in a post-COVID-19 world.