This episode features Jonathan Watkins, Regional President, Hospitals & Clinics at Cancer Treatment Centers of America. Here, he discusses his focus on democratizing cancer care to increase access to care, their partnership with City of Hope, the importance for emerging leaders to remain flexible, and more.
Summary
Jonathan Watkins Discusses Democratizing Cancer Care
Introduction
In this episode, Jonathan Watkins, Regional President at Cancer Treatment Centers of America, discusses his focus on democratizing cancer care to increase access to care, his partnership with City of Hope, the importance of remaining flexible, and more.
Advice for Emerging Leaders
Jonathan encourages young leaders to take advantage of every opportunity to learn as much as they can and to connect with individuals working in the fields that they want to work in. He also urges them to remain flexible and agile and to think outside the box. He has been blessed to have made connections with many mentors and recommends joining professional associations to make these connections.
Journey through Health Care Industry
Jonathan is now the President of Cancer Treatment Centers of America, part of City of Hope, a major name in oncology research and care. He is being congratulated on winning a Lifetime Achievement Award from the National Association of Health Services Executives. He is a mentor and advisor for Cancer Treatment Centers America, which works to improve health equity among communities of color.
Conclusion
Jonathan is making significant contributions to the healthcare industry, particularly in his work to democratize cancer care and improve health equity among communities of color. He is a strong advocate for young leaders and encourages them to remain flexible and open-minded as they pursue their careers.
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This episode aired on 11/13/2022 and can be listened here.
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