This episode features Kris Gaw, Chief Operating Officer at Denver Health. Here, she discusses her focus on operational efficiency, advice for emerging leaders, skills she's learned from her time in law enforcement that she uses in her current role, and more.
Summary
Denver Health's COO Kris Gaw talks Operational Efficiency
Kris Gaw: Chief Operating Officer at Denver Health
Kris Gaw is the Chief Operating Officer (COO) at Denver Health. In a recent episode, she talked about operational efficiency, advice for emerging leaders, skills she's learned from her time in law enforcement that she uses in her current role, and more.
Focusing on Operational Efficiency
Chris Gough, the COO of Denver Health, is focused on operational efficiency in a time of workforce shortage and increased violence and homelessness. Gaw believes that it is essential to streamline processes and remove inefficiencies to ensure that they can provide the best possible care to patients.
Advice for Emerging Leaders
When asked about advice for emerging leaders, Gaw emphasized the importance of networking and building relationships. She also encourages young professionals to seek out mentors and surround themselves with people who will challenge and support them.
Skills from Law Enforcement
Gaw's time in law enforcement has taught her many valuable skills that she applies to her role in healthcare. She believes that discipline, adaptability, and agility are essential qualities for anyone working in a fast-paced environment like a hospital.
Note: This is an AI generated transcript, not edited by a staff writer and is solely intended for educational purposes. If you have any questions/concerns, reach out to podcasts@beckershealthcare.com
This episode aired on 05/04/2023 and can be listened here.
Subscribe to Beckers Healthcare Podcast here.