Sometimes the most compelling conversations begin in unexpected places. In this episode of Impact & Insight, podcast host Jane Howze welcomes Dr. Evan Collins, not first as a business leader or innovator, but as the physician who treated her after a broken shoulder. What quickly became clear, however, was that Dr. Collins brings far more to the exam room than clinical expertise. With an MBA from Rice University and decades of experience as an orthopedic surgeon at Methodist Hospital, he is deeply curious about how organizations evolve, how innovation takes hold, and how systems can better serve people.
In this wide-ranging conversation, Dr. Collins reflects on his journey into medicine, his decision to pursue business training after 20 years in practice, and how that dual perspective shapes his work today. He shares how Methodist partners with physicians and administrators to drive innovation, improve operating room efficiency, reduce patient wait times, and thoughtfully integrate technologies like AI—always with patient care at the center.
The episode also explores leadership development in medicine, including how to engage and mentor younger physicians, define meaningful success, and build innovations that are both practical and sustainable. It’s an insightful look at the future of healthcare through the eyes of someone who understands service, strategy, and the importance of delivering better outcomes—both inside and outside the operating room.
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