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In this episode of Beyond the Scalpel with Dr. Mamun Al Rashid, Dr. Wael Barsoum shares his extraordinary journey from world-renowned orthopedic surgeon and innovator to one of the most influential healthcare executives in America.

As the former CEO of Cleveland Clinic Florida and now President & Chief Transformation Officer of HOPCo (Healthcare Outcomes Performance Company), Dr. Barsoum discusses how visionary leadership, strategic thinking, and a relentless commitment to patient-centered care helped reshape healthcare delivery. From performing hundreds of complex joint replacements and earning more than 50 patents to leading hospitals through rapid expansion and the COVID-19 pandemic, his story offers invaluable lessons for physicians, executives, entrepreneurs, and future healthcare leaders alike.

Dr. Barsoum also explains why healthcare must move beyond volume-based medicine toward value-based care, how artificial intelligence and predictive analytics will improve patient experiences, and what the future holds for orthopedic surgery and healthcare innovation.

Whether you're a surgeon, healthcare professional, medical student, executive, or simply passionate about transforming healthcare, this conversation is packed with practical leadership insights, inspiring stories, and a compelling vision for the future.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Dr. Wael Barsoum
01:51 Early Influences and Calling to Medicine
04:11 Experience as an Orthopedic Surgeon
07:12 Innovation in Orthopedic Surgery
09:27 Navigating Compliance and Regulatory Landscape
10:58 Transitioning to Executive Leadership
14:36 Scaling Cleveland Clinic Florida
19:15 Building and Maintaining a Strong Team
21:26 Setting the Cultural Tone in Leadership
22:44 Decisive Leadership in Healthcare
25:55 Navigating Challenges as a Leader
28:49 Personal Resilience and Communication
32:16 Transforming MSK Care: From Volume to Value
36:02 Implementing Value-Based Care
38:08 The Role of Technology in Healthcare
41:28 Future of Orthopedics and Healthcare Delivery
42:37 Advice for Future Surgeons

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