BY LIZA MARTIN, MANAGER, JOINT PROVIDERSHIP PROGRAM, ACCREDITATION, RECOGNITION, AND EDUCATION
The Massachusetts Medical Society (MMS), in partnership with the Daniel Hanley Center for Health Leadership, recently held a leadership program designed for women physicians. The dynamic, three-session series provided 30 participants with valuable tools and insights to strengthen their leadership capabilities and foster positive change in their workplaces and communities. Each session focused on key areas crucial to the development of effective and inclusive leaders in health care.
Facilitated by Executive Coach Corinne Eisenman, MS, the first session centered on identifying communication styles and building upon individual strengths to foster collaboration, trust, and stakeholder buy-in. Through interactive discussions and practical exercises, participants gained an understanding of their unique communication styles, learning how to leverage these strengths to influence and inspire colleagues, patients, and other stakeholders.
The second session focused on increasing emotional intelligence and empathy — key components in building impactful, meaningful alliances and connections. Participants explored how emotional awareness and empathy can shape leadership decisions, enhance relationships, and inspire greater teamwork.
In the final session, the program turned its attention to building a culture of inclusion and equity. Participants were challenged to apply their newfound competencies to create environments where all individuals feel valued. The session provided actionable strategies for fostering inclusive leadership practices that can help eliminate barriers in the health care field.
Program guest speakers included Olivia C. Liao, MD, FACS (MMS President-Elect), Barbara S. Spivak, MD (MMS Immediate Past
President), Jennifer Potter, MD, and Alice T. Tolbert Coombs, MD, MPA, FCCP (MMS Past President).
