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BackTable / ENT / Podcast / Episode #227
Healthcare Leadership Strategies for Otolaryngologists
with Dr. Carol Bradford
Leadership isn’t just about saying yes—it’s about knowing when to say no too. In this episode of Backtable ENT, Dr. Carol Bradford, Dean of the Ohio State University College of Medicine and Vice President for Health Sciences at the Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center, shares her leadership journey with hosts Dr. Gopi Shah and Dr. Sunil Verma.
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BackTable, LLC (Producer). (2025, June 17). Ep. 227 – Healthcare Leadership Strategies for Otolaryngologists [Audio podcast]. Retrieved from https://www.backtable.com
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Podcast Contributors
Dr. Carol Bradford
Dr. Carol Bradford is a Head and Neck Surgeon and Dean of the Ohio State University College of Medicine.
Dr. Sunil Verma
Dr. Sunil Verma is an otolaryngologist at the University of California Health in Los Angeles, California.
Dr. Gopi Shah
Dr. Gopi Shah is a pediatric otolaryngologist and the co-host of BackTable ENT.
Synopsis
Dr. Bradford shares insights into her journey in otolaryngology, emphasizing the importance of feedback, emotional intelligence, and leadership development. She discusses her experiences in various leadership roles, the significance of maintaining clinical practice, and strategies for fostering future leaders. The conversation touches on the challenges and rewards of leadership in academic medicine, the impact of change, and the enduring mission to improve patient care and education.
Timestamps
00:00 - Introduction
04:32 - Role and Responsibilities of a Dean & Balancing Clinical Practice
10:25 - Leadership Development & Mentorship
21:41 - Building and Leading Effective Teams
28:23 - Challenges in Leadership Roles
30:40 - Balancing Academic and Clinical Missions
33:41 - Leadership Style and Meeting Management
39:07 - Emotional Intelligence in Medicine
47:12 - Navigating Change and Future Goals
51:45 - Final Advice for Aspiring Leaders
Resources
Dr. Carol Bradford:
https://wexnermedical.osu.edu/about-us/our-people/carol-bradford
Dr. Sunil Verma:
https://www.ucihealth.org/clinicians/sunil-verma-1124279344
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