From “I’m Leaving Medicine” to Chief Medical Officer (with Dr. Brent Jackson)

Sandy and Dr. Brent Jackson discuss:- How a physician’s career can feel like a game of Pachinko- The power of forming relationships with other physicians- Why a “steady paycheck” can mean less autonomy- Brent’s go-to tips for relieving stress- Why emotional literacy is important and why it’s overlooked (plus the “5 Whys” mental exercise)- Why Brent pursued an MBA, and what came out of itBrent Jackson is the VP/Chief Medical Officer at Dignity Health, Mercy General Hospital. He is a Physician executive experienced with inpatient/outpatient Utilization Management, physician leadership, quality/process improvement, and organizational change.