At Johns Hopkins Carey Business School, we have the unparalleled advantage of being part of the nation’s first and most trusted research university. Carey is uniquely positioned to integrate world-renowned thought leadership with the real-time experience of our shared network.

Through that shared network, the Master of Science in Health Care Management program is hosting a series of conversations with health care leaders about the intricacies of the industry. Academic Program Director Michael Darden has been sitting down with some of the top health care leaders throughout Johns Hopkins and in the DMV area.

Most recently, Carey hosted Steve Kravet, president of Johns Hopkins Community Physicians, to share his personal experiences and insights.

The discussion focused on the evolution of quality care at Johns Hopkins, the challenges of managing a large regional organization, and the transition from clinical practice to health care management.

The conversation also touched on the importance of effective communication, the growing trend of physicians seeking business education, and the potential of technology to improve efficiency in health care management. Lastly, they shared advice on taking classes aligned with business goals, using AI writing assistants, and applying for funding programs for customer discovery interviews.

Kravet’s personal experience in health care
Kravet shared his personal journey from pharmacy to medicine, and eventually to business education. He highlighted the importance of understanding the business of medicine and the value of strategic planning, marketing, and negotiation. He also discussed the increasing demand for business-trained professionals in health care management.

He advised young professionals to demonstrate engagement, passion, and their ability to deliver results to stand out in the competitive job market.

“Listening to the physician from Johns Hopkins Hospital helped me gain a deeper understanding of how to balance leadership responsibilities with patient care in health care management. It broadened my perspective and offered me invaluable insights that will be essential as I plan and develop my own career in the field,” said current Health Care Management student, Aichen Yu.

Looking ahead
Join Johns Hopkins Carey Business School for the next Conversation in Health Care Management on December 4. Professor Darden will be sitting down with Harriet M. Martyn, the director of Product Development at Johns Hopkins HealthCare Solutions.

To learn more about the Master of Science in Health Care Management program, please visit the program webpage. And if you’re ready to submit your application to the Health Care Management program, you can apply now.