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In this episode of the Global Desi Women podcast, host Arti Salanki ( Business Coach, real estate broker ) along with co host Dr. Reena Jasani and Vinoo Palicha ( founder of Vdesi), speaks with Malisha Patel, a prominent healthcare leader and CEO of Memorial Hermann Southwest. Malisha shares her inspiring journey into healthcare leadership, discussing her early motivations, the challenges she faced as a Desi woman in a leadership role, and the importance of community involvement. She emphasizes the significance of having a strong team, the lessons learned from her experiences, and the evolving definition of success. The conversation also touches on the Malcolm Baldrige Award journey and the balance between professional commitments and personal life.

Takeaways:

Malisha Patel's journey into healthcare leadership was sparked by a desire to help others.
The importance of having a strong team in leadership roles.
Challenges faced by Desi women in leadership often require working twice as hard to be recognized.
The Malcolm Baldrige Award journey took seven years and was a team effort.
Community involvement is crucial for personal and professional growth.
Work-life balance is more about rhythm than perfection.
Mentorship plays a critical role in career advancement.
Success is defined by the impact one makes rather than titles or recognition.
Healthcare is constantly changing, requiring leaders to adapt and grow.
Taking risks and seizing opportunities is essential for personal development.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Global Desi Women Podcast
01:49 Malisha Patel's Journey into Healthcare Leadership
08:54 A Day in the Life of a Healthcare CEO
16:32 Leadership Principles in Healthcare
21:43 Challenges Faced as a Desi Woman in Leadership
23:32 Overcoming Barriers and Creating Awareness
27:22 The Importance of Mentorship and Inclusion
29:58 The Journey to Malcolm Baldrige Award
31:27 Balancing Community Involvement and Family Life
35:55 Redefining Success and Community Impact
42:25 Advice for Aspiring Women Leaders
44:37 Future Vision and Continuous Growth

Malisha S. Patel, FACHE

Senior Vice President, Chief Executive Officer

Memorial Hermann Southwest Hospital & Memorial Hermann Sugar Land Hospital

https://memorialhermann.org/locations/southwest

https://memorialhermann.org/locations/sugar-land

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