2 health system bets that can’t wait for a bigger budget

Ebrahim Barkoudah, MD, is shifting the focus at UT Southwestern Medical Center from short-term fiscal year budgets to long-term investments over the next decade. Recognizing the importance of strategic foresight, he highlighted two critical priorities that require immediate action despite budget constraints. This approach underscores the need for healthcare systems to prioritize long-term growth and innovation over immediate financial constraints, signaling a transformative shift in healthcare funding and planning.