High Impact Physician

Let’s dig into:

• The payoff of overidentifying with work
• The link between perfectionism and self-esteem
• The unexpected result of being vulnerable 
• The power of therapy
• The science of meditating 3 minutes a day
• And a whole lot more

Dr. John Guenther is an accomplished leader and pediatric specialist with over 37 years of experience.

This is a special episode because Dr. John Guenther was my son’s physician when he was born, and he diagnosed him with severe brain damage and seizure disorders. He impacted my family and I in a deep way. This feels vulnerable to publish — and I hope some part of it’s helpful to you.

On this episode, we dig into:

• How human experience shapes us in deeper ways then we realize
• Meeting Dr. Guenther between my son’s seizures
• Harvesting insights from our past that help us (vs holding us back)
• Overcoming the worry of not knowing enough 
• The difference between forcing and inspiring people to implement a vision
• A fresh perspective on AI’s role in healthcare
• Much more

Dr. John Guenther is an accomplished leader and pediatric specialist with over 37 years of experience.

Let’s dive into:

• Pivoting career aspirations after thinking your path is set 
• Losing a father unexpectedly at a critical time in life
• How to align stakeholders to solve problems faster
• Turning grief into learnings that shape us in profound ways
• How to break down problems to maximize your impact 
• Shaping the future of healthcare with AI 
• And more…

Dr. Alan Young is a seasoned physician and healthcare innovation entrepreneur, blending extensive clinical expertise with strategic business acumen. From former Chief Medical Officer roles and leadership positions in digital health to pioneering value-based care initiatives, Dr. Young's career is marked by his impactful contributions to improving healthcare systems and patient outcomes through technology and innovation.

Let’s dive into:

• Why things can feel “off”, even when everything look amazing from the outside
• How to actually get out of a rut, without putting a bandaid
• How an unexpected death in his family sparked his formal leadership journey
• Managing young faculty, remotely, from the horn of Africa (before COVID)
• A simple way to guarantee you have time in your day to spend on strategy 
• Transitioning between leadership, coaching and mentorship
• How to let go of things after delegating them
• The power of clicking “save” instead of “send” on emails
• And a whole lot more

Dr. Jason Johnson is a surgeon holding various roles, including Program Director of General Surgery Residency for Intermountain Health.

Let’s dive into:

• A successful collaboration between a medical group practice and a hospital that reduced readmissions
• Feeling unsettled with deciding what to focus on
• Managing concerns from a group of physicians in an efficient way
• How to have difficult and productive conversations with senior leaders 
• Exactly how he uses a part-time virtual assistant to get more done in less time  
• Evolving and adapting without sacrificing outcomes and values

Dr. Timo Dygert specializes in invasive cardiology at the Southern Oregon Cardiology medical group practice.

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• Jumping into things you don’t know much about 
• The transition from treating patients to fixing broken systems
• How to rise above task-drag and spend more time working strategically 
• The pitfalls of taking too much responsibility 
• Making space for people who haven’t talked in a meeting
• How to bring more perspectives to the table in a productive way

Sandy and Dr. Scherer have collaborated on several impactful projects over the past year. Today, they're digging into:

• How Dr. Scherer’s research met initial resistance before becoming a game-changer in emergency general surgery.
• Dr. Scherer's career transition from a large academic medical center to CMO, and now CEO, of SAMGI.
• How Dr. Scherer uses agility to identify issues and implement solutions swiftly.
• The challenges and rewards of growing SAMGI while aligning the business with her core vision.
• How Dr. Scherer puts hospitals' needs first—often easier said than done—by prioritizing listening over prescribing solutions.
• The value of an excellent assistant in her role as a surgeon CEO.
• Tips and advice for clinicians who are struggling to make the impact they desire.
• What SAMGI offers to surgeons and hospitals that sets it apart in the industry.

Dr. Lynette Scherer is the CEO of Surgical Affiliates Management Group Inc. (SAMGI), an organization that partners with hospitals to build robust trauma and emergency surgery programs. With over 15 years spent in academic medicine, Dr. Scherer made the pivotal decision to transition into the private sector, where she initially served as SAMGI’s CMO before assuming the role of CEO. Under her leadership, the organization has experienced remarkable growth and has become a leader in its field. Known for her pioneering research and innovative approaches, Dr. Scherer is not just an exceptional surgeon but a visionary leader. Her unique approach to leadership emphasizes active listening and agile problem-solving, principles that have been foundational to SAMGI's success.

Sandy and Dr. Natasha Beauvais are digging into:

• The biggest surprises of implementing the Deliberately Developmental Organization model at her practice
• Reframing ways we get stuck as opportunities for positive change
• The pitfalls of relying too much on high performers -- and what to do instead 
• The process of overcoming the fear of leading
• A simple recipe to develop trust in meetings

With more than 20 years of professional experience, Dr. Beauvais understands the deep connection between our physical well-being, our medical health, and our mental health. She cares for people one at a time, thoughtfully, and with the support of a team of family members and other providers.

Dr. Beauvais specializes in prevention and provides a personal connection to healthy minds and bodies. She treats singles and partners, families and grandparents, working to help people to live longer and to feel more alive and healthy in the process.

As a Board Certified Family Physician, Dr. Beauvais works to help prevent cancer, heart disease, and immobility. To help address the needs of people who felt overwhelmed in the gym, or unsure of how to get started, she spearheaded the conception of an exclusive fitness program, AgeProof Your Body, to support people of all ages to embark on a path toward fitness.

Dr. Beauvais loves hanging out with her spouse and four children. She enjoys meeting people from all over the world and eating foods from everywhere. She hopes to visit all of the National Parks, and every continent (3 more to go) and would love tips on your favorite places to visit when the pandemic is over!

Learn more here.

Sandy and Dr. Paul DeChant are jumping into:

• Addressing exhaustion before or after cynicism 
• Closing the door to protect your time and energy
• Political correctness in mergers and acquisitions 
• Empathizing with the victim mindset 
• LEAN methodology as a way to solve charting

Click here to learn more about Dr. Paul DeChant. 

Produced by the Sandy Scott Coaching Group

Sandy and Dr. Jeff Smith are jumping into:

• A method for balancing performance and wellness
• Jeff’s experience with coach training (spoiler alert: out of his comfort zone)
• Managing outbursts of anger 
• Healing your reputation 
• The best time to say “no” to a request or something new
  
  

More about Dr. Jeff Smith here.