This episode features Dr. Vijay Trisal, Chief Medical Officer at City of Hope. Here, he discusses his background & career, the importance of emotional intelligence, lessons the US can learn from India by streamlining education to address provider shortages, and more.
Summary
Dr. Vijay Trisal discusses career, emotional intelligence, and education in healthcare
In this episode, Dr. Vijay Trisal, Chief Medical Officer at City of Hope, shares insights on his background and career, the importance of emotional intelligence, lessons that the US can learn from India about education in healthcare, and more.
Background & Career
Dr. Trisal is a cancer surgeon and surgical oncologist who grew up in a small village in Northern India. Despite facing many struggles in his upbringing, he was able to develop skills in navigating life's challenges. Through his experiences, he believes that emotional intelligence is not purely genetic, but rather something that can be developed through environmental factors. He also highlights that growing up in difficult times can create a certain amount of drive and motivation that may not be found in more affluent backgrounds.
Education in Healthcare
India's education system outperforms that of the US, leading to a lot of competition and producing higher quality doctors. Additionally, doctors in India have access to better support due to a strong family support system, while in the US, the social system does not offer the same level of support. Dr. Trisal explains that this has a significant impact on patient care and contributes to the average population age being lower in India.
The Development of Leaders
Dr. Trisal believes that leaders are not born, but made through their environment. He emphasizes that the need and opportunity to step into a leadership role allows people to develop their leadership skills. Future leaders can be nurtured by providing resources and guidance to develop their leadership abilities.
Conclusion
Dr. Trisal's insights on emotional intelligence, education, and leadership development offer valuable takeaways for healthcare professionals. Through his experiences in India and the US, he provides a unique perspective on how cultural and societal factors impact healthcare, highlighting the importance of both hard and soft skills in the field.
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This episode aired on 12/27/2022 and can be listened here.
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