Jan 7, 2025
It's Always Sunny In the Bronx
The Fire Chief
Leadership, Strategy, and Career Development for Chief Medical Officers and Physician Executives
The Fire Chief is the podcast for Chief Medical Officers and physician executives navigating leadership in today’s complex healthcare environment. Hosted by an authentic physician executive and leader, each episode delivers practical insights on strategy, governance, physician engagement, organizational performance, and career development—through real conversations with experienced leaders and experts.
If you’re building influence, leading clinical teams, shaping organizational decisions, or preparing for your next executive role, this show is your frontline briefing.
Episodes
Episodes
Dec 24, 2024
Dec 24, 2024
22 min
In this Holiday Edition of the Fire Chief Podcast, host Lee Scheinbart discusses the evolving format of the show, emphasizing the importance of providing timely tips and insights for Chief Medical Officers (CMOs). He shares a personal story about managing physician contracts, highlighting the challenges faced in compensation negotiations. The podcast also addresses current issues in physician compensation due to changes in CMS regulations and offers ten practical tips for CMOs to navigate these challenges effectively. The episode concludes with a call to action for CMOs to engage with their financial teams and physicians to foster loyalty and understanding in a changing healthcare landscape.
Dec 10, 2024
Dec 10, 2024
43 min
In this episode of the Fire Chief Podcast, the only podcast dedicated to the CMO, host Lee Scheinbart interviews Dr. Mark Olszyk, Chief Medical Officer at Carroll Hospital and author of The Chief Medical Officer's Essential Guidebook. They discuss the journey to becoming a CMO, the importance of leadership, and the challenges faced in healthcare. Dr. Olszyk shares valuable insights on navigating the complexities of the medical field, emphasizing the need for effective communication, teamwork, and the significance of learning from experiences. The conversation highlights the evolving role of CMOs and the importance of preventing issues before they arise, akin to a fire chief's responsibilities.
Oct 18, 2024
Oct 18, 2024
12 min
At listeners request, a set of tips for the brand new CMO to address IV Fluid Shortages following Baxter's facility closure in North Cove, NC after Hurricane Helene.
Oct 9, 2024
Oct 9, 2024
11 min
Adapted from Lt. Gen. (Ret.) Mark Hertling's classic article in The Journal of Hospital Medicine, "Ten Tips For a Crisis: Lessons From a Soldier" written for physician leaders, this podcast shares ten tips for CMOs to use for Hurricane Milton (or for any other impending crisis!)
Sep 25, 2024
The Fire Chief: The Chief Medical Officer Podcast
If you are a CMO in health care, this is the podcast for you. Every day there is a fire burning in health care. Oftentimes, it is the CMO that has to face the flames. Want to know what type of heat CMOs deal with on a regular basis? What unexpected dumpster fires have they encountered along the way? How they ascended into the toughest (& best!) job in healthcare? What leadership skills have helped them along the way?
Tune in to The Fire Chief!
Your Host
Dr. Lee Scheinbart practiced Hematology/Oncology for over 20 years and after directing his local cancer institute, he went on to serve as VPMA and later CMO at Health First Hospitals in East Central Florida. Currently he serves as Chief Health Affairs Officer for the Burrell College of Osteopathic Medicine. He is also Assistant Professor of Leadership Development at the College and the author of The CMO's Financial Primer, The Vital Handbook for Physician Executives. Dr. Scheinbart is also the Principal Instructor for the CMO Academy at the American Association for Physician Leadership.