Becker's Healthcare February 26, 2025
Miami-based Gastro Health is reinforcing its commitment to physician autonomy, ensuring that clinical decision-making remains in the hands of its medical professionals despite the organization’s partnership with private equity.
Newly appointed Chief Medical Officer Eugenio Hernandez, MD, — a co-founder of the practice in 1998 — joined Becker’s to discuss his vision for growth, emphasizing the vital role of physician engagement in the organization’s success.
Physician engagement is a critical focus for Dr. Hernandez as he builds out a leadership structure that empowers medical professionals at all levels. While Gastro Health currently has regional clinical leaders, the organization is working to develop a “deeper bench” of engaged physician leaders.
“For us, physician autonomy in clinical decisions is paramount,” he said....
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