If Disney Ran Your Hospital by Fred Lee Summary
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What if Disney's magic transformed healthcare? Fred Lee's award-winning bestseller reveals how hospitals skyrocketed from bottom 10% to top 10% in patient satisfaction by embracing Disney's principles. Recommended by top cardiologists, this 2005 Book of the Year revolutionizes how we experience healthcare.
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The Magic of Disney in Hospital Hallways
Imagine walking into a hospital where every interaction feels as thoughtfully designed as a Disney experience. Where staff members don't just provide care but create memorable moments. Where the measure of success isn't merely clinical outcomes but the stories patients tell afterward. This is the revolutionary vision Fred Lee presents in "If Disney Ran Your Hospital." Drawing from his unique dual perspective as both a hospital executive and Disney cast member, Lee challenges us to reimagine healthcare delivery through the lens of the world's premier entertainment company. The core insight? Hospitals aren't competing against other hospitals - they're competing against every service experience their patients have ever had. That friendly barista who remembers your coffee order? She's setting the standard against which your registration desk is measured. The hotel concierge who goes above and beyond? He's establishing expectations for your transport team. This expanded definition of competition fundamentally transforms how we approach patient care.
Beyond Satisfaction: Creating Loyal Patients Through Memorable Experiences
When Courtesy Trumps Efficiency: The Radical Reprioritization
Measuring to Improve, Not to Impress
Empowering the Frontlines: The Power of Decentralization
From Service to Theater: Healthcare as Performance
Imagination and Excellence: Creating Healthcare Magic Every Day
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