PODCAST: Building a Culture of Continuous Improvement | Quality Time with Dr. Schaal
Jan. 8, 2026View all episodes and SUBSCRIBE wherever you get your podcasts, including on:
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In this episode, Chris Siebenaler shares how his nearly 25-year Houston Methodist career has shaped his perspective on how to drive continuous improvement. As executive vice president of network hospitals, Siebenaler shares how incorporating lean management principals and daily management systems have empowered physicians and staff to identify issues, track performance and implement solutions.
Expert: Chris Siebenaler, executive vice president of network hospitals, Houston Methodist
Notable topics covered:
- Fostering continuous improvement and frontline engagement through lean management
- Creating a culture of excellence through transparency and staff empowerment
- Quality is not just metrics — it’s about meaningful experiences for patients and caregivers
Links:
- Chris Siebenaler LinkedIn
- Dr. Eric Dickson: How Lean Management Transformed a Health Care System | Quality Time Podcast
- Examining the Relationship Between the Lean Management System and Quality Improvement Care Management Processes
- Lean Management — The Journey from Toyota to Healthcare
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