The SHM Chicago Chapter invites you to join us for an in-person dinner meeting on Thursday, September 3, 2026, at 6:00 p.m. CT at Carlucci Rosemont in Rosemont, IL.
Enjoy an evening of networking and an engaging educational presentation, "From Toxic Wasteland to Organizational Renewal: Leadership Strategies for Dysfunctional Hospital Systems," presented by Christopher Brodkin, MD.
Healthcare organizations often prioritize operational performance, yet toxic workplace cultures can quietly undermine physician engagement, contribute to burnout, erode psychological safety, and ultimately impact patient care. Drawing on leadership experience across 13 hospitalist leadership assignments, Dr. Brodkin will explore how dysfunctional cultures develop and share practical strategies for restoring trust, strengthening collaboration, and building healthier, high-performing healthcare teams.
Through real-world case studies and actionable leadership insights, attendees will learn how to:
- Recognize the characteristics of toxic leadership and workplace cultures.
- Understand the role of psychological safety in physician engagement, burnout, and patient outcomes.
- Apply practical strategies to manage conflict and improve interdisciplinary collaboration.
- Foster trust, accountability, and organizational renewal within healthcare teams.
- Build sustainable, resilient workplace cultures in hospital medicine.
Whether you're an experienced leader or an emerging physician leader, this timely session will provide valuable tools to help transform organizational culture and improve team performance.
We look forward to seeing you in Rosemont for an evening of learning, networking, and discussion.
