MGMA Member Spotlight: One Administrator's Path to Leadership

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In this episode, host Daniel Williams sits down with Julie Bouziotis to discuss her career journey from English literature student to healthcare administrator. Listeners will gain insights into Julie's path, from her unexpected start in orthopedics to taking on leadership roles in dermatology. She shares lessons learned along the way about developing skills, empowering teams, and lifelong learning.

Key Takeaways:
- Unexpected entry into healthcare administration from a humanities background
- Pursuit of additional credentials like MBA and fellowships for professional development
- Views leadership as stewardship of the organization and its mission
- Focuses on optimizing teams and customer service through training and feedback
- Finds value in MGMA involvement, including communities, publishing and events
- Participates in the MGMA book club, discussing works that reinforce leadership best practices

Sources and Resources:
- Stony Brook Dermatology Associates
- Julie on LinkedIn
- Julie's published articles on MGMA.com
- Books discussed in the MGMA book club, including "Leaders Eat Last"