Breaking Down the Business of Medicine with Daniel Shumate

12/19/24 • 64 min

In this episode, I sit down with Daniel Shumate, CEO of Campbell Clinic, to discuss delivering patient-centered care in a country with the most expensive healthcare in the world. We explore the challenges patients face and the bold decisions that need to be made.

Episode Highlights:

Staying Independent: Maintaining autonomy in a landscape dominated by large hospital systems.
Achieving Better Outcomes: Connecting the right specialist with the right patient to improve care and outcomes.
Pioneering Treatments: Transforming recovery with outpatient joint replacements and minimally invasive spine procedures.
Leading Patient-Centered Care: Balancing values and operational challenges while staying true to the mission.
Battling Bureaucracy: Refusing to let profit margins compromise the quality of patient care.
Building a Legacy: Fostering a 100+ year reputation and global recognition for advancing orthopaedic care.

Episode Highlights:

Staying Independent: Maintaining autonomy in a landscape dominated by large hospital systems.
Achieving Better Outcomes: Connecting the right specialist with the right patient to improve care and outcomes.
Pioneering Treatments: Transforming recovery with outpatient joint replacements and minimally invasive spine procedures.
Leading Patient-Centered Care: Balancing values and operational challenges while staying true to the mission.
Battling Bureaucracy: Refusing to let profit margins compromise the quality of patient care.
Building a Legacy: Fostering a 100+ year reputation and global recognition for advancing orthopaedic care.

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The Art of Impact: The Legacy and Vision of Arts Memphis with Elizabeth Rouse

Hear my conversation with Elizabeth Rouse, the President and CEO of Arts Memphis, a nonprofit dedicated to promoting the arts in Memphis, Tennessee. With over 60 years of impact, Arts Memphis has played a pivotal role in fostering creativity and connection in the Memphis, TN community.

Episode Highlights

Historical Context: Learn how Arts Memphis evolved from the Memphis Arts Council to a cornerstone for the local arts community.
Economic Impact: Discover how over $100 million in grants have fueled growth, created jobs, and boost the economy.
Key Programs: Explore how unrestricted funding and pandemic emergency support have empowered arts organizations and artists.
Challenges: Arts Memphis balances limited resources while expanding its community impact.
Future Vision: Hear about plans to strengthen arts infrastructure, and collaborate with city initiatives to enhance development.

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"Burnout, Funding, and Impact: The Realities of Nonprofit Leadership" with Jonathan Torres and Danny Song

In this episode, I sit down with Jonathan Torres, former CEO of Memphis Athletic Ministries and Frase Protection, and Danny Song, founder of Believe Memphis Academy and CEO of Give Services, to discuss everything nonprofit leadership. With years of experience serving communities in need, they share their journeys, the realities of leading nonprofit organizations, and moving to the for-profit world.

Episode Highlights

The Reality of Nonprofit Leadership: Navigating the demands of fundraising, organizational politics, and daily operations.
The Weight of the Work: The personal sacrifices, emotional toll, and pressure to balance mission-driven work with sustainability.
Fighting Barriers: How poverty, geography, and access to resources shape opportunities—and the battles nonprofit leaders face.
Leaving Nonprofits: Why Torres and Danny transitioned to the business world, the emotions tied to that, and their ongoing journey.
Lessons in Leadership: Insights for nonprofit leaders, donors, and advocates on what it takes to drive real, lasting change.