This episode features Dr. Richard Chinnock, Chief Medical Officer, Loma Linda University Children's Hospital. Here, he discusses his background & current work with Loma Linda, the current RSV surge, his focus on health equity, and more.
Summary
Dr. Richard Chinnock, CMO of Loma Linda University Children's Hospital Shares Expertise on RSV Surge & Health Equity
A Brief Introduction
Dr. Richard Chinnock, the Chief Medical Officer of Loma Linda University Children's Hospital, features in this episode of our podcast. Dr. Chinnock shares insights about his background, current work with Loma Linda, the current RSV surge, his focus on health equity, and more.
A Deep Dive into Dr. Chinnock's Expertise
Being the Chief Medical Officer at Loma Linda University Children's Hospital, Dr. Chinnock spearheads the strategy and operations of the hospital. Currently, he is spending most of his time dealing with the respiratory surge and planning investments in growth for the next two to three years. His experience and expertise in physician leadership, quality management, and patient safety have proven to be invaluable.
One area of Dr. Chinnock's focus is working on healthcare equity. He shares his belief that everyone should have access to high-quality healthcare, regardless of socioeconomic status. He believes that by creating a more holistic approach to patient health, the healthcare system can address the many social determinants that impact health, and more effectively work towards health equity.
In his role as CMO, Dr. Chinnock is also excited about watching the next generation of leaders blossom. He is passionate about mentoring and supporting young professionals to develop their skills and pursue their interests within their field.
A Grateful Podcast Host
The podcast host expresses gratitude towards Dr. Chinnock for taking the time to share his expertise, experience, and insights. The conversation was engaging, informative and, inspiring. The host looks forward to connecting with Dr. Chinnock again soon.
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This episode aired on 12/18/2022 and can be listened here.
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