 Happy new year! 2021 was a year we won't forget, and we thank you again for delivering care of the highest order while enduring the challenges of the COVID-19 pandemic. As 2022 begins, we want to look forward to our future: developing a cultural evolution for the department. Our first step is to build a comprehensive, multi-year strategic plan for 2022-2025.
The plan will focus on education, clinical care, research, and community engagement, while advancing diversity and inclusion across all of our missions. It will be led by myself and vice-chair of Finance & Administration, Tim Heffer. The desire is to break down silos and build on collaboration and teamwork, while finding a balance of professionalism and family life. Work on the plan will kick off in February, and we aim to finalize and activate the plan in May.
We will look to department leaders, division chiefs, and representatives from faculty, APP's, staff, administration, and regional sites for input, guidance, and feedback throughout the process. We are excited to usher in a new era of the department and will share updates with you as we progress.
Be well,
Ruth O'Regan, M.D.
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