Physician Leadership

<p><b>You know how to practice medicine. Now learn how to lead with this insightful resource from one of medicine&rsquo;s most accomplished leaders.</b></p> <p>In&nbsp;<i>Physician Leadership</i>, renowned medical leader Dr. Karen J. Nichols delivers a concise guide for busy physicians doing their best to successfully lead people and organizations. The book covers foundational leadership essentials that every physician needs to master to transform themselves from a highly motivated novice leader into an effective, skilled, and productive leader.</p> <p>Each chapter offers readers a summary of the crucial points found within, sample questions, exercises, and a bibliography of the relevant academic literature for further study. Ideal for doctors who don&rsquo;t have the time to peruse an unwieldy collection of the latest research and thought on organizational leadership, or to take a multi-day course on effective leadership,&nbsp;<i>Physician Leadership</i>&nbsp;distills the author&rsquo;s extensive research and personal experience into a short and practical handbook.</p> <p><i>Physician Leadership</i>&nbsp;provides actionable, real-world advice for practicing and aspiring physicians:</p> <ul> <li>A thorough introduction to personal approach and style when interacting with patients, managers, boards, and committees</li> <li>An exploration of how to employ the principles of effective communication to achieve desired results and practical techniques for implementing those principles</li> <li>Practical discussions of the role that perspectives play in shaping an organization&rsquo;s culture and how those perspectives affect leadership efficacy</li> <li>In-depth examinations of approaches to decision-making that get buy-in from others and achieve results</li> </ul> <p>Perfect for doctors stepping into a leadership role for the first time,&nbsp;<i>Physician Leadership</i>&nbsp;also belongs on the bookshelves of experienced physician leaders seeking to improve their leadership abilities and improve the results of their organizations.</p>