Front-Line Leader

“The Front-Line Leader” book by Chris Van Gorder, CEO of Scripps Health in San Diego, California, is now available.  Notable book reviews were received on Chris’ philosophy of putting people first, his management tips,  and how he successfully implemented what he learned to build strong relationships and a strong organization.  Called the “Best New Leadership Book for 2014” by Eric Jacobson. CEO Chris Van Gorder now has a blog at: http://www.scripps.org/blogs/front-line-leader

As president and CEO of Scripps Health, Chris Van Gorder leads one of the nation’s top health care systems. In his blog, “Front-line Leader,” he shares his philosophy on leadership and insights into the rapidly changing business of health care.

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January 26, 2010

Notes on Haiti - CEO Journal Part 5

While serving a medical mission to Haiti, Scripps CEO is writes journal entry 5 about medical aid, conditions and what can be done to help victims.
January 25, 2010

Notes on Haiti - CEO Journal Part 4

While serving a medical mission to Haiti, Scripps CEO is writes journal entry 4 about medical aid, conditions and what can be done to help victims.
January 24, 2010

Notes on Haiti - CEO Journal Part 3

While serving a medical mission to Haiti, Scripps CEO is writes journal entry 3 about medical aid, conditions and what can be done to help victims.
January 23, 2010

Notes on Haiti - CEO Journal Part 2

While serving a medical mission to Haiti, Scripps CEO is writes journal entry 2 about medical aid, conditions and what can be done to help victims.
January 21, 2010

Notes on Haiti - CEO Journal Part 1

While serving a medical mission to Haiti, Scripps CEO is writing dispatches about medical aid, conditions and what can be done to help earthquake victims.
March 1, 2007

Governor's Health Plan: Scripps CEO Weighs In

Scripps CEO weighs in on Governor's proposal of plan that calls for shared responsibility in finding a solution to our broken health care system.
February 20, 2006

Lessons From a Tragedy

San Diego can draw important lessons in disaster preparedness from emergency responses to Hurricane Katrina.
September 23, 2004

The Health Care Crisis

Scripps CEO discusses how the operation of a health system faces steep challenges from economic and legislative pressures.