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“Filled with practical, actionable, and timely wisdom for a struggling
health care system, essential reading for leaders in health care or for that
matter any organization that takes leadership—and the care of employees
and customers—seriously.”

– Jeffrey Pfeffer, Professor of Organizational Behavior,
Stanford University and author of Dying for a Paycheck

Leader, Healer, Partner – A Manual For Effective Physician Leadership

Physicians undertake a noble, demanding profession, improving patients’ lives. But the rapidly changing world of healthcare, and the complex knowledge and technology involved, challenges this calling. Physicians need to be healers, confidants, and caregivers while developing skills as leaders and partners. This indispensable guide provides practical, actionable learning to help physicians become effective, compassionate, and confident leaders, transforming healthcare into what patients want, need, and deserve.

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The Doctor Crisis – How Physicians Can, And Must, Lead The Way To Better Health Care

Calming fears, alleviating suffering, enhancing and saving lives—this is what motivates doctors virtually every single day. When the structure and culture in which physicians work are well aligned, being a doctor is a most rewarding job. But something has gone wrong in the physician world, and it is urgent that we fix it.

Fundamental flaws in the US health care system make it more difficult and less rewarding than ever to be a doctor.

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“Dr. Cochran inspires us with his practical ideas for a clear path to a new system.”

– Maureen Bisognano, President Emerita and Senior fellow of the Institute for Healthcare Improvement

In this very insightful book Dr. Jack Cochran dissects the evolving healthcare landscape while illuminating the essential role of the physician as a leader, healer and partner. A great read for the public as well as all healthcare professionals.”

 – Richard Carmona, MD, MPH, FACS, 17th Surgeon General of The United States, Distinguished Professor University of Arizona

“With compassion, practicality and a dose of self-deprecation, Dr. Cochran offers an inspiring vision for the future.”

– Ceci Connolly, President and CEO, Alliance of Community Health Plan (ACHP)