In this episode, Anne Hancock Toomey sits down with Wendy Horton, CEO of UVA Health University Medical Center, to delve into her impressive career in academic medicine. Horton, known for her problem-solving skills and steady hand in a crisis, shares her journey from growing up in a rough neighborhood in Southern California to her childhood picking kiwi on an uncle’s farm to her leadership roles at major institutions like UW Health and The Ohio State University. She discusses formative influences, including her grandfather and a high school teacher, her early experiences as a pharmacist, and the transitions that led her from clinical practice to leadership in academic medicine. Horton also touches on the challenges and rewards of her current role, the importance of community and teamwork, and tips for effective leadership.

01:09 Pickleball Adventures and Injuries

02:16 Wendy's Career in Academic Medicine

03:07 Early Life and Family Background

06:20 First Jobs and Early Influences

14:22 Transition to Leadership Roles

15:47 UW Health and Building a New Hospital

20:33 Move to Ohio State and Leadership Lessons

24:45 Joining UVA Health During the Pandemic

28:42 Reflections on Career and Leadership

30:32 Family Life and Balancing Priorities

36:07 Lightning Round and Final Thoughts


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