"It all comes back to figuring out how to connect with individuals" Dr. Kierstin Kennedy is a Hospitalist and Associate Professor of Medicine at University of Alabama-Birmingham. She is also Chief Medical Officer at UAB Hospital, the 8th largest hospital in the United States. She joins us to take what frequently sounds like a platitude, the idea of authentic leadership, and gives it real meaning and vitality. She is a remarkable leader, teacher and collaborator who also runs the superb Leadership Academy from the Society of Hospital Medicine. This episode is packed, enjoy! This episode is sponsored by the Society of Hospital Medicine (SHM), the only medical society solely dedicated to hospitalists and hospital-based clinicians. Looking for the latest CME, practice management resources, and leadership training? Learn how becoming a part of the SHM community can benefit you at hospitalmedicine.org. The website for Explore The Space Podcast and Dr. Shapiro's public speaking has been completely refreshed, please check it out here! The Explore The Space Merchandise Store is open! Please check it out Please subscribe to and rate Explore The Space on Apple Podcasts or wherever you download podcasts. Email feedback or ideas to [email protected] Follow on Twitter @ETSshow, Instagram @explorethespaceshow Use this QR code to register to vote or change or change your address. Links Society of Hospital Medicine SHM Leadership Academy