Submission ID 77543
| Code | OI-1-10 |
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| Category | International |
| Type | Oral (International) |
| Title | A Provincial Senior Physician Leads-Based Leadership Development and Accountability Initiative |
| Abstract | In 2017, Saskatchewan established a single health authority. A provincial department head (PDH) position was created, dually reporting to the Dean, College of Medicine USask and Chief Medical Officer, Saskatchewan Health Authority (SHA). More role clarity was needed in formerly autonomous regions and independent organizations. Experienced health system experts guided a co-creation, by an all-party secretariat, of a LEADS leadership and accountability initiative between and among PDHs, the SHA and CoM. Extensive consultation and a forum with key players affirmed the need for 1. Clarification of role, responsibilities, authorities, desired professional relationships, and accountabilities in a complex, rapidly changing context of academic and clinical demands. 2. Creation of sustainable processes to support PDHs in accruing the leadership capabilities. 3. An accountability process supported by annual plans, feedback and departmental input. The PDH carries responsibility and potential to influence policies and practices internally and externally. Setting consistent standards for clinical care, engaging physicians in educating learners throughout the province while supporting strategy, innovation and research holds remarkable promise. A 'by Saskatchewan, for Saskatchewan' approach, involving all parties was required to create the initial design and future implementation. This LEADS based initiative could be adapted and modified to other academic health systems. |
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| Authors | Marilyn Baetz Graham Dickson Bill Tholl |
