Episode 8: Caring Inspired Leadership with Joshua Hartzell, MD

05/08/2025 53 min
Episode 8: Caring Inspired Leadership with Joshua Hartzell, MD

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Episode Synopsis

In this powerful episode, Joshua Hartzell MD, a retired Army Colonel and seasoned physician-educator, explores what it truly means to lead with care in healthcare. Drawing from his military and medical experience, Dr. Hartzell shares insights on developing cultures of compassion, fostering professional growth, and the power of followership. He challenges traditional notions of leadership by emphasizing that truly effective leaders are those who invest deeply in their people—professionally and personally. Whether you're a student, educator, or healthcare professional, this episode offers practical takeaways on how to lead from any position, build agency, and transform teams through intentional, caring leadership.

Dr. Hartzell is also the author of the recently released book “⁠A Prescription for Caring in Healthcare Leadership: Building a Culture of Compassion and Excellence⁠”. Tune in for inspiration on how to lead with care, purpose, and impact in healthcare settings.

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