By Leslie M. Beitsch, Robert J. Kim-Farley, J. Patrick O’Carroll, & Ed Baker
Publisher: Springer Publishing Company (2022) · Language: English · ISBN-13: 9780826149237
Leadership in Practice: Essentials for Public Health and Healthcare Leaders provides an in-depth, practical guide to developing effective leadership within today’s complex public health and healthcare systems.
The 1st edition bridges theory and real-world application, offering readers the knowledge and tools to lead across disciplines, manage organizational change, and respond to emerging health challenges. It emphasizes transformational, ethical, and systems-based leadership, grounded in public health values and evidence-based practice.
Key features include:
Frameworks for strategic leadership, communication, and decision-making in public health and healthcare contexts.
Real-world case studies highlighting crisis management, health equity, and interprofessional collaboration.
Contributions from experienced public health officials, educators, and healthcare executives.
Tools and reflective exercises for leadership skill development.
An essential resource for public health professionals, healthcare administrators, and graduate students, this text equips readers to lead with vision, integrity, and impact in a rapidly evolving global health environment.