Becker’s Healthcare Podcast Redesigning Healthcare Delivery with Sylvia Trent-Adams of IHI
Nov 6, 2025
Sylvia Trent-Adams, President and CEO of the Institute for Healthcare Improvement, boasts an impressive career in nursing and public health leadership. In this conversation, she reveals how IHI is transforming healthcare through system-wide change and tech integration. Sylvia discusses the importance of optimizing EHRs to empower clinicians and reduce their administrative burden. She also shares her vision for the future, focusing on partnerships, equity, and enhancing workforce well-being in healthcare.
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Career Path From Military To IHI
- Sylvia Trent-Adams described her career from Army nurse to IHI CEO, highlighting diverse leadership roles.
- She emphasized the honor of leading IHI after service in public health and academia.
IHI Evolved Into Systemwide Transformation
- IHI expanded from targeted quality interventions to enterprise-wide transformation including operations and informatics.
- This links improvement science with daily health system management for reliability, efficiency, and equity.
Use Integrated Support For Executive Challenges
- Use customized consulting, flagship programs, and leadership training to address CEO and COO challenges.
- Blend operational excellence, EHR optimization, analytics, and workforce programs to build resilient organizations.