Tag: healthcare

The power of yes: A physician leader’s path to impact and influence

Posted December 23, 2025 by Katrina Nickell

Like many accomplished physician leaders, Sherri Graf, MD, MBA’25, has built her career by saying “yes” when her organization needed her the most.

Neurosurgery department chair improves processes and creates model for change using principles from Physician MBA

Posted January 27, 2025 by Sally Winter

Department chair of neurosurgery improves processes and creates model for change using principles from Physician MBA Learn how Andrew Jea, MD, MBA’21, is applying skills from the Physician MBA Program in his role as chief of pediatric neurosurgery at Oklahoma Children’s Hospital.

Pediatric gastroenterologist applies Physician MBA skills to lead in new environments

Posted May 10, 2024 by Sally Winter

Pediatric gastroenterologist applies Physician MBA skills to lead in new environments Sonal Desai, MD, MBA’22, had worked as an independent contractor in pediatric gastroenterology for years when she enrolled in the Physician MBA Program to develop better solutions for patients. She shares how she’s evolved as a leader and feels more empowered to lead change.

Neurodevelopmental pediatrician leads change to expand access to care using Physician MBA

Posted March 26, 2024 by Sally Winter

Neurodevelopmental pediatrician leads change to expand access to care using Physician MBA Celanie Christensen, MD, MBA’24, knew there was a shortage of physicians in her specialty in Indiana when she enrolled in the Physician MBA Program. When 1 in 36 kids have autism, Dr. Christensen recognized the field needed to grow, or she needed to find a way to leverage other resources and networks, to support these children.

What can a doctor do with an MBA: A surgeon bridges the gap between clinical and administration

Posted September 25, 2023 by Sally Winter

What can a doctor do with an MBA: A surgeon bridges the gap between clinical and administration While Sam Kim, MD, MBA’18, was accustomed—like all physicians—to keeping up with continuing medical education and the latest research in his field, he began seeing a shift in his practice from delivering medicine to a greater importance on understanding the economics of healthcare.

Physician MBA takes executive leadership impact from local to global

Posted August 30, 2023 by Sally Winter

Physician MBA takes executive leadership impact from local to global As a physician in executive leadership, Ann Marie Nelson, DO, MBA’15, realized expanding her business knowledge could position her to improve healthcare and create a greater impact for patients.

Children’s hospital CMO leads change using Physician MBA

Posted May 31, 2023 by Sally Winter

Children’s hospital CMO leads change using Physician MBA When busy physicians consider earning an MBA, the curriculum must be applicable from day one. While enrolled in the Physician MBA Program at the Kelley School of Business, Mara Nitu, MD, MBA’18, chief medical officer at Riley Children’s Hospital, workshopped ideas during class to solve challenges at work.

Practice administrator improves patient experience through healthcare management certificate

Posted January 12, 2023 by Sally Winter

Practice administrator improves patient experience through healthcare management certifica When she enrolled in the Graduate Certificate in Medical Management at the Kelley School of Business, Shar Taylor, GCMM’21, MBA’23, was looking for business training that was healthcare focused and patient centric.

VP of women’s health: The Physician MBA is the best investment I’ve made in my career

Posted January 9, 2023 by Sally Winter

VP of women’s health: The Physician MBA is the best investment I’ve made in my career When they complete the Physician MBA Program at the Kelley School of Business, many physicians find themselves more willing to step outside their comfort zones to take on new roles or solve healthcare challenges with greater confidence. Cheryl Wolfe, MD, MBA’17, has done both.

Disability care center manager pursues healthcare goals with healthcare administration certificate

Posted November 29, 2022 by Sally Winter

Toheeb Adebola, GCMM’22, has always been interested in business. It’s healthcare that’s become his new passion.