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So You Want To Be A Healthcare Executive?

Ken Rates
Mayo Clinic
Human Resources
Mirasol Health
Pulse Heart Institute
Sutter Health
Emergency Care Partners
Multicare Health System
Healthcare Finance
Institute For Healthcare Finance
Research
Hartford, Connecticut
St. Francis Hospital and Medical Center
Palliative Care
Huntington, West Virginia
Independent Physician Practices
Centers Of Excellence
Leadership and Dyad Model

Designed for individuals interested in learning the career paths of highly accomplished healthcare executives. Whether you are a student looking to get started in healthcare administration or a mid-level manager looking to take your healthcare career to the next level, "So You Want To Be A Healthcare Executive?" will show you the paths highly successful and highly accomplished healthcare executive... more

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Hilary Whittington Kerber is the current President of MultiCare Health System's Pulse Heart Insititute. Hilary has a Bachelor of Business Administration in Accounting from Gonzaga University and a Masters of Business Administration from the Universit... more

Kevin Baker is the current Director of Business Development at Emergency Care Partners. Kevin holds a Bachelor of Science in Finance and Management from the University of Albany and a Master of Science in Accounting from the University of Illinois Ur... more

James Dismond is the Chief Executive officer for MiraSol Health. In addition to numerous positions at MiraSol Health, James has a vast career in the nonprofit sector. James holds a Masters in Health Services Administration from Charleston Southern Un... more

Wendy Sellers, also known as the HR Lady, is an author, speaker, trainer, podcast host, and more. Wendy helps companies attract and retain Top Performers. Wendy holds a Bachelor's and Master's degree in Healthcare Administraion from Kings College and... more

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Recent Guests

Hilary Whittington Kerber
President of Pulse Heart Institute
Pulse Heart Institute / MultiCare Health System
Episode: Hilary Whittington Kerber - President - Pulse Heart Institute
Kevin Baker
Director of Business Development, Emergency Care Partners
Emergency Care Partners
Episode: Kevin Baker - Director of Business Development - Emergency Care Partners
James Dismond
Chief Executive Officer, MiraSol Health
MiraSol Health
Episode: James Dismond - Chief Executive Officer - MiraSol Health
Wendy Sellers
HR Lady, founder of the HR Lady, podcaster, consultant, author
The HR Lady (HR consulting business)
Episode: Wendy Sellers - The HR Lady
Malaika Dewes
Administrative Fellow at St. Francis Hospital and Medical Center
St. Francis Hospital and Medical Center (Hartford, CT)
Episode: Malaika Dewes - Administrative Fellow - St. Francis Hospital and Medical Center
Leon Clark
Chief Academic Affairs Officer, Sutter Health (also Chief Research Officer and inaugural Chief Health Equity Officer)
Sutter Health
Episode: Leon Clark - Chief Academic Affairs Officer - Sutter Health

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Kenneth Reitz
Host of the show

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 61 ratings
  • A topic suggestion…

    Hi Ken! I appreciate the show. I’m a current hospital associate radiation safety officer, and I earned my MBA in hopes of becoming a hospital administrator someday. I have intimate knowledge of Radiology departments in hospitals, but I’ve never served as a technologist. Could you interview someone who became a leader from a non-clinical background, but serves as a leader of operations for a Radiology department, or even a COO of a hospital? Thanks for the great content and I look forward to more... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Hurt from Curt
    United States2 years ago
  • Best healthcare podcast ever

    Really informative and easy to follow.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    SamanthaJo312
    United States3 years ago
  • Truly Invaluable

    As an incoming Administrative Resident on the verge of rapping up my MBA/MHA. I started a search to learn all I can about what life is like as an healthcare executive. Your podcast has provided me more insight and tips than I could have ever dreamed. Listening and learning from former fellows and current executives has relieved many of my fears about my upcoming role and painted a picture of what life can be like after. Keep up the good work, you’ve earned a lifelong listener in me and who know ... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    EUMC kid
    United States4 years ago
  • College Student

    I am new here and I’m in school currently pursuing my bachelor’s in healthcare administration. I am excited to here some tips about the industry. I am so nervous about finding a job when I graduate. I hope I can learn some useful tools to help me succeed. I have such a clear vision for myself but I just don’t know where to begin.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    simmons123rios
    United States6 years ago
  • Amazing Podcast

    I was looking for a podcast that incorporated experienced leaders and early careerists. This podcast does just that. I have listened to every episode, some more than once. Every guest has something meaningful to offer listeners, regardless of the stage of your career.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    joshghm
    United States6 years ago

Listeners Say

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Consistently valuable for students and professionals aiming to advance in healthcare administration.
Great mix of executives and early-career perspectives.
Thoughtful, practical career guidance for aspiring healthcare leaders.
High-quality guests offering real-world lessons for leadership.
Listeners appreciate actionable tips and emphasis on work ethic.

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Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Kevin Baker - Director of Business Development - Emergency Care Partners
Q: What are the biggest challenges for independent physician practices today?
Key challenges include rising administrative burdens, Medicare reimbursement trends, workforce and wage inflation, staffing shortages, and capital needs for growth, all of which vary by state.
Kevin Baker - Director of Business Development - Emergency Care Partners
Q: What attracted you to join Emergency Care Partners specifically, and how does the partnership model work?
Two main factors stood out: the physician-led governance and the unique partnership model that allows groups to keep their local brand and leadership, preserving autonomy while gaining access to centralized services where needed.
Kevin Baker - Director of Business Development - Emergency Care Partners
Q: Can you describe what your role as Director of Development at Emergency Care Partners entails on a day-to-day basis?
The role sits at the intersection of finance and sales, focusing on inorganic growth through M&A, including identifying partnerships, underwriting financial models, structuring transactions, and supporting diligence and integration, with a strong emphasis on relationship-building and physician focus.
Malaika Dewes - Administrative Fellow - St. Francis Hospital and Medical Center
Q: What practical advice would you give to other early-career professionals pursuing fellowships?
Start early, research programs thoroughly, prepare a shell statement, tailor it per institution, build relationships with fellows and alumni, practice with mock interviews using the STAR method, and seek feedback from mentors and peers to strengthen applications.
Malaika Dewes - Administrative Fellow - St. Francis Hospital and Medical Center
Q: How did you secure your fellowship, and what steps did you take early on?
She describes a rigorous, multi-year process starting with attending NIHSE and ACHE events, then building a detailed, color-coded spreadsheet of fellowship programs, reaching out to fellows for insights, securing strong letters of recommendation, tailoring applications to each institution, and preparing for interviews as conversations rather than interrogations.

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A career-focused series spotlighting senior healthcare leaders, exploring non-linear paths into executive roles, leadership strategies, and the healthcare system's inner workings. Episodes center on physician leaders, nonprofit administrators, HR and operations executives, and fellows navigating administration amid shifts in funding, care delivery, and equity. Notable is a recurring emphasis on mentoring, hands-on leadership, work-life balance, and practical guidance for aspiring healthcare managers. The format tends to blend personal storytelling with actionable career advice and insights into building impactful healthcare organizations.

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