Leading Quality

A small change at the bedside can ripple across an entire system. That’s the spark behind this conversation with Dr. Khalil Sivjee , Medical Director at Cleveland Clinic Canada and pulmonary–critical care physician, as we explore how data, design, and relentless measurement turn delays into decisions and anxiety into action. We begin in the ICU, where a simple ventilator-liberation protocol challe...

Safety isn’t a side project.  It’s the operating system.  We sit down with Paul Lambrecht, a rare blend of front line paramedic sensibility and executive discipline, to unpack how high reliability organizing moves from idea to front line work. From standing up daily safety huddles to building a just culture where ARCC and SBAR actually get used, Paul explains how to turn near misses into gold, fla...

As Stephen Covey once wrote, "Change happens at the speed of trust." This simple yet profound insight applied by this week's guest, Dr. Curt Smecher captures the essence of how British Columbia's Physician Quality Improvement program transformed healthcare from the ground up. Affectionately known as "Papa QI," Smecher shares the remarkable journey of creating a physic...

What transforms a one-star hospital into a four-star institution in just four years? The answer lies not in fancy technology or complex solutions, but in approaching problems with genuine humility and data-driven focus. Dr. Kimiyoshi Kobayashi brings a refreshing perspective to healthcare quality leadership in this illuminating conversation. As Chief Medical Officer at UMass Memorial Medical Cente...

Dr. Lawrence Yang's powerful story begins with a stark confession: "My body had to say no for me because I didn't know how to do it myself." This candid admission sets the tone for a conversation that weaves together personal vulnerability, system transformation, and the science of hope. As a family physician who once installed a bedroom and shower in his clinic to work longer...

 Healthcare is more complex than ever — with patients seeing multiple specialists, interacting with advanced technology, and relying on coordinated teams to deliver safe, effective care. In this introductory episode, host Dr. Jason Meadows shares why he created Leading Quality and what listeners can expect. This podcast will spotlight the people — from senior leaders to frontline innovators — who...