Meritus leaders' book shows how to be steward of community health care

“Healthcare Transformation: A Guide for the Health System Board Member” provides advice on governance responsibilities in an everchanging industry

Two Meritus healthcare professionals have written the book on how members of a health system board of directors can be successful in their roles.

Maulik Joshi, Dr.P.H., and Aaron George, D.O., penned the second edition of “Healthcare Transformation: A Guide for the Health System Board Member” to offer health system board members an actionable, concise guide on their role, as well as provide updates on key changes in health care delivery, including evidence and contemporary examples.

"In the evolving landscape of health care, board members must not only navigate complexity but also drive meaningful change,” said Joshi, President and CEO of Meritus Health. “Our aim is to equip every Board member with the knowledge and tools necessary to govern a system that works better for everyone."

It is often difficult for board members in the healthcare industry to keep up with performance and strategy. Surveys continue to show that this is often not in their comfort zone, given healthcare complexity and the rate of recent change and targets for transformation.

"Board members play a vital role in ensuring the mission of healthcare organizations is fulfilled, particularly when it comes to quality and safety,” said George, Associate Dean for Clinical Education for the Meritus School of Osteopathic Medicine. “This book provides the necessary guidance to help them navigate their fiduciary responsibilities, with key decision-making functions that enable them to contribute to meaningful healthcare improvements."

The book, a second edition published by Routledge, includes updated resources and more contemporary examples and lessons for both new and seasoned board members. This edition updates all chapters and provides three new transformers/chapters to consider from the first printing in 2009.

The book is available for order at routledge.com as well as on Amazon.