Part Two | This Global Healthcare Lesson Could Change America

Send us Fan MailWhat can America learn from healthcare systems around the world?  In Part Two of this thought-provoking conversation, host Chris Comeaux continues his discussion with Dr. Mark Stoltenberg, a global palliative care physician and educator, exploring how lessons from countries across Africa, Latin America, Asia, and Europe could reshape the future of American healthcare, hospice, and serious illness care.From community-based palliative care models in India, Uruguay, and Costa Rica to powerful stories from Rwanda, Kenya, Colombia, Brazil, and Jamaica, Dr. Stoltenberg reveals why the greatest healthcare innovations aren't always technological—they're deeply human. Together, Chris and Mark discuss trust in healthcare, integrated serious illness care, hospice reform, healthcare leadership, population health strategies, and compassionate care, offering practical lessons every healthcare leader can apply.The conversation also tackles some of the biggest questions facing the future of American healthcare:Should hospice evolve beyond the traditional carve-out model?Why is trust one of healthcare's most overlooked leadership challenges?What can global partnerships teach us about serving patients with dignity?How can nonprofit organizations and healthcare systems better collaborate to meet the needs of an aging population?Whether you're a healthcare executive, hospice leader, physician, nurse, nonprofit executive, policymaker, or business leader, this episode offers a compelling vision for creating more compassionate, equitable, and patient-centered care.Episode HighlightsWhy global healthcare offers valuable lessons for the U.S.Community-based palliative care models improving access and qualityThe critical role of trust in patient care and leadershipLeadership lessons from international healthcare partnershipsThe future of hospice, concurrent care, and serious illness careWhy responding to suffering is the true purpose of palliative careIf you enjoyed this conversation, subscribe for more interviews with healthcare innovators and leadership experts.  Like, comment, and share this episode with colleagues who are passionate about improving hospice, palliative care, healthcare leadership, and the future of serious illness care.The Anatomy of Leadership podcast explores the art and science of leadership through candid, insightful conversations with thought leaders, innovators, and change-makers from a variety of industries. Hosted by Chris Comeaux, each episode dives into the mindsets, habits, and strategies that empower leaders to thrive in complex, fast-changing environments. With topics ranging from organizational culture and emotional intelligence to navigating disruption and inspiring teams, the show blends real-world stories with practical takeaways. The goal is simple yet ambitious: to equip leaders at every level with the tools, perspectives, and inspiration they need to lead with vision, empathy, and impact.https://www.teleioscn.org/anatomy-of-leadership