Our spring forum team put together an engaging and topical panel discussion this past April. Moderator Claudine Swartz, a WHCM steering committee member, did a fantastic job moderating for a second year in a row; asking thoughtful questions, and playing off the conversation to keep each panelist engaged. As a marketing manager for a health […]
There is nothing like ringing in the first month of the New Year with fellow women in healthcare. It is always an honor for me to meet our member and non-member attendees at these casual events, and January 29th’s event at Joe’s in Dedham did not disappoint! What a great group of 20+ guests sharing […]
Knowledge is your competitive advantage. In today’s challenging global economy where the most valuable asset is your knowledge, education is no longer just a pathway to opportunity – it is a prerequisite. As the economy continues to grow, companies need employees who can think critically, successfully manage change, and apply new skills using more complex […]
On Monday, November 5, a group of about 30 women descended on the town of Woburn, north of Boston, to network, share ideas and get to know each other. The food was fantastic! The intensity of the discussion around the room was palpable, as well as the excitement. Connections were made and overall the event […]
I was thrilled to see more than 50 supportive, excited ladies at our recent Fall Forum on October 3. It was a big night for our Women in Healthcare Management group, as we are entering into a “new year” with steering committee leadership and volunteers. This year, we decided to put additional structure around the […]
We haven’t had a summer networking event in Boston in several years, so we decided to bring it back – Boston is so fun in the summer! Unfortunately, the torrential rains kept us from enjoying the outdoor patio, but close to 40 women showed up to network, and I was so happy to see new […]
Just like that, my son Dhruv has turned 1! As of this writing, he is almost 14 months. Wow! I am trying to find a good metaphor for the last 11 months of being a full-time employee and full- time mom. A Roller Coaster ride seems appropriate, so does a stretched elastic band and being […]
Recently, our institution began a “Positive Pause” initiative. Our Provider Wellness Oversight team has been working hard to narrow their focus on wins that will provide a more mindful, healthy environment for colleagues within the institution, focused on clinical providers. Positive Pause entails opening meetings with a positive story. These have ranged from positive patient […]
There was a record turnout at WHCM’s Spring Event March 28, 2018, as nearly 100 women from a variety of health care sectors attended for what was clearly an important and timely topic “Health Care Innovation: How Market Players are Shaking Things Up and the Impact on Your Career.” The dynamic and engaging panel featured […]
Companies today face pressures from both external and internal sources to find ways to cut down costs and raise revenues. This ultimately raises the question, how can leaders remain a valuable asset to an organization and provide leadership guidance without getting phased out from technology solutions in an increasingly complex digital age? We have compiled […]
