TY - BOOK ID - 146691125 TI - The transformation of academic health centers : meeting the challenges of healthcare's changing landscape AU - Wartman, Steven A. AU - Rogers, Mark PY - 2015 PB - Amsterdam, [Netherlands] : Academic Press, DB - UniCat KW - Academic medical centers. UR - https://www.unicat.be/uniCat?func=search&query=sysid:146691125 AB - Presents the direct knowledge and vision of accomplished academic leaders whose unique positions as managers of some of the most complex academic and business enterprises make them expert contributors. Users will find invaluable insights and leadership perspectives on healthcare, health professions education, and bio-medical and clinical research that systematically explores the evolving role of global academic health centers with an eye focused on the transformation necessary to be successful in challenging environments. The book is divided into five sections moving from the broad perspective of the role of academic health centers to the role of education, training, and disruptive technologies. It then addresses the discovery processes, improving funding models, and research efficiency. Subsequent sections address the coming changes in healthcare delivery and future perspectives, providing a complete picture of the needs of the growing and influential healthcare sector. -- ER -