This episode of WittKieffer's Impactful Leaders Podcast features Vinny Gossain interviewing Dr. Greg Johnson, System Chief Medical Officer for UnityPoint Health. Dr. Johnson discusses his journey into medicine, initially hesitant due to his father's demanding career as a family physician, but later inspired by a transformative experience during his pre-medical program. He shares insights on leadership, emphasizing the importance of understanding and respecting the work of healthcare providers, integrating care across the system, and focusing on population health. Dr. Johnson highlights UnityPoint's strategies for managing demand, addressing workforce shortages through virtual care and partnerships, and improving health equity by leveraging data to identify and address disparities within their communities. He expresses excitement about differentiating UnityPoint's specialty care services and shares his best leadership advice: embrace discomfort to foster growth.
