Now That We Know, What Do We Actually Know?

Entrenched paradigms, committed stereotypes, and long-term legacy systems occasionally clash unexpectedly with disruptive influences. When this occurs, and it will certainly continue occurring over time, leaders have a variety of options to consider. An initial “fight or flight” response is often the immediate visceral reaction, but physicians as leaders must be prepared to react at a higher level of refinement. We must be adaptable, not reflexive, during these times.