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Building a Culture of Innovation in Healthcare with Sandra Powell-Elliott of Hackensack Meridian Health
Sandra Powell-Elliott, Chief Innovation and Commercialization Officer at Hackensack Meridian Health, joins David Wright to discuss the intersection of innovation, AI, and commercialization in healthcare. With a background spanning administration, business strategy, and technology adoption, she shares insights on how health systems can embrace automation, foster an innovation-driven culture, and transform care delivery.
Key Takeaways:
(03:33) Diving into a problem makes finding solutions easier.
(06:32) Connecting over key problems can help break down silos.
(10:32) Importance of distinctions between managing and leading.
(13:14) Cutting costs alone won’t drive success — growth and innovation are key.
(16:42) AI should be leveraged as an assistive tool, not just a buzzword.
(20:09) Learning to say “no” is a crucial skill in leadership and innovation.
(27:55) Driving transformation by pulling together research and innovation.
(30:42) Creating an innovative culture starts with engaging all employees as problem solvers.
(36:44) Nurses’ workarounds often reveal scalable innovations that can improve efficiency.
(39:03) Healthcare’s future lies in personalized, in-home diagnostics and treatment.
(40:55) Business models must evolve for health systems to sustain preventive care.
Resources Mentioned:
Sandra Powell-Elliott
https://www.linkedin.com/in/sandra-powell-elliott-999a609/
Hackensack Meridian Health | LinkedIn
https://www.linkedin.com/company/hackensackmeridianhealth/
Hackensack Meridian Health | Website
https://www.hackensackmeridianhealth.org/en/
“The Heat Will Kill You First” by Jeff Goodell
https://www.amazon.com/Heat-Will-Kill-You-First/dp/0316497576
“Freedom” by Sebastian Junger
https://www.amazon.com/Freedom-Sebastian-Junger/dp/1982153415
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#DisruptiveInnovation #Innovation #DisruptiveTech #DigitalBusiness
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By Disruptive InnovationsSandra Powell-Elliott, Chief Innovation and Commercialization Officer at Hackensack Meridian Health, joins David Wright to discuss the intersection of innovation, AI, and commercialization in healthcare. With a background spanning administration, business strategy, and technology adoption, she shares insights on how health systems can embrace automation, foster an innovation-driven culture, and transform care delivery.
Key Takeaways:
(03:33) Diving into a problem makes finding solutions easier.
(06:32) Connecting over key problems can help break down silos.
(10:32) Importance of distinctions between managing and leading.
(13:14) Cutting costs alone won’t drive success — growth and innovation are key.
(16:42) AI should be leveraged as an assistive tool, not just a buzzword.
(20:09) Learning to say “no” is a crucial skill in leadership and innovation.
(27:55) Driving transformation by pulling together research and innovation.
(30:42) Creating an innovative culture starts with engaging all employees as problem solvers.
(36:44) Nurses’ workarounds often reveal scalable innovations that can improve efficiency.
(39:03) Healthcare’s future lies in personalized, in-home diagnostics and treatment.
(40:55) Business models must evolve for health systems to sustain preventive care.
Resources Mentioned:
Sandra Powell-Elliott
https://www.linkedin.com/in/sandra-powell-elliott-999a609/
Hackensack Meridian Health | LinkedIn
https://www.linkedin.com/company/hackensackmeridianhealth/
Hackensack Meridian Health | Website
https://www.hackensackmeridianhealth.org/en/
“The Heat Will Kill You First” by Jeff Goodell
https://www.amazon.com/Heat-Will-Kill-You-First/dp/0316497576
“Freedom” by Sebastian Junger
https://www.amazon.com/Freedom-Sebastian-Junger/dp/1982153415
Thanks for listening to the “Disruptive Innovators” podcast. If you enjoyed this episode, hit the subscribe button and never miss another insightful conversation. And be sure to leave a review to help get the word out about the Champions of Digital Business.
#DisruptiveInnovation #Innovation #DisruptiveTech #DigitalBusiness