In this episode, I sit down with Dr. John D’Angelo, President and CEO of Northwell Health, one of the largest healthcare systems in the country, for a conversation about leadership, purpose, and making an impact.

Dr. D’Angelo shares his journey from emergency medicine physician to leading an organization of 108,000 employees. We discuss why his career was never about chasing titles, but about finding opportunities to contribute, solve problems, and make a difference.

We also explore the lessons he learned leading through the COVID-19 pandemic, particularly the importance of making decisions with incomplete information, being comfortable with uncertainty, and knowing when to change course.

A significant part of our conversation focuses on organizational culture. Dr. D’Angelo explains why investing in people is not something leaders can afford to abandon during difficult times. We discuss how purpose, trust, and leadership presence influence employee engagement, retention, and ultimately patient care.

We close with practical advice for emerging leaders, including the importance of mentorship, executive coaching, continuous learning, and servant leadership. Dr. D’Angelo reminds us that great leadership is not about the position we hold, but the impact we have on the people we serve.

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