Mgma Small Talk

In this episode, host Daniel Williams speaks with Dave Jenkins, healthcare executive at Cone Health and adjunct faculty at Winston-Salem State University. Jenkins shares his journey into healthcare leadership, the operational dynamics at Cone Health, and the evolving challenges in behavioral health. He dives into the critical role of technology, workforce engagement, and leadership development—offering valuable insights for anyone aspiring to lead in today’s healthcare environment.  00:50 Introduction and Guest Welcome02:00 Dave Jenkins' Career Pathway02:57 Overview of Cone Health04:15 Day-to-Day Operations at Cone Health05:33 Challenges and Opportunities in Healthcare06:50 Leadership Principles and Approaches08:39 Addressing Behavioral Health Needs11:23 Workforce Engagement and Staffing13:45 Involvement with MGMA15:25 Educator Role at Winston-Salem State University17:14 Future Trends in Healthcare Administration18:52 Advice for Aspiring Leaders20:01 Conclusion and FarewellResources:MGMA Fellowship ProgramCon