Most Visionary Leaders to Watch in 2024

1. 01 2024 JULY Most Leaders Visionary to Watch in Dimitrios Karamichos Executive Director and Endowed Chair North Texas Eye Research Institute Interim Dean, School of Biomedical Sciences Professor,Pharmaceutical Sciences and Pharmacology & Neurosciences The University of North Texas Health Science Center at Fort Worth Dimitrios Mastermind of Innovation in Ocular Sciences Karamichos Karamichos

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5. T he fast-changing health arena is shaped by visionary leadership. It is these forward thinkers that navigate the complexities of this maze of modern medicine toward a brighter and a healthier future. This exclusive edition is designed to inspire, educate, and connect-for-seasoned professionals, offering insight into the mindsets that drive healthcare's evolution; for those just beginning their journey in this noble field, offering a glimpse of impact and variety of roads that would take them to leadership. We are proud to bring you our latest edition: 'Most Visionary Leaders to Watch in 2024.' This is a well- crafted collection that celebrates leaders and acts as a roadmap, shining the light on brilliant minds at the forefront of healthcare innovation and centered care. Reading through these pages allows you not only to come across heaps of success stories but also to find the philosophies, the challenges, and the pivoting moments that shaped their trajectories. Their experiences, therefore, become pivotal lessons that will illuminate the path for all those who aspire to make a difference in healthcare. These leaders are change architects who actually build strategies-not merely to respond today's pressures, but to anticipate tomorrow's needs. Their decisions, often hugely pressurized, ripple throughout the industry, shaping policies, practices, and most importantly, patient outcomes. Flip through the pages of this edition, reflect on some incredible stories and ignite some vision in your mind. From pioneering new treatment modalities to changing health care delivery systems, the visionaries featured in this issue demonstrate a commitment to excellence of unrelenting intensity. They are the dreamers and the doers, bringing abstract ideas to life to make tangible improvements in people's lives. - Natalie May Natalie May

6. Profiles Dr. Sumit Garg Innova?ng Eye Care for a Brighter Tomorrow 20 28 Mikhail Khaitine Transforming Medical Tourism and Global Health Articles 16 Developing Emotional Intelligence A Cri?cal Skill for Modern Healthcare Leaders 24 Prioritizing Patient-Centered Care Key Principles for Effec?ve Healthcare Leadership

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8. Most Leaders to Watch in Most Visionary Visionary Leaders to Watch in Featuring Person Person Featuring Company Company Brief Brief Dimitrios Karamichos Interim Dean, School of Biomedical Sciences Professor,Pharmaceutical Sciences and Pharmacology & Neurosciences Neurosciences Dimitrios Karamichos Interim Dean, School of Biomedical Sciences Professor,Pharmaceutical Sciences and Pharmacology & University of North Texas Health Science Center at Fort Worth unthsc.edu/north- texas-eye-research- institute/ institute/ University of North Texas Health Science Center at Fort Worth unthsc.edu/north- texas-eye-research- Dimitrios is a visionary leader in ophthalmology, pioneering novel treatments for corneal diseases like keratoconus. keratoconus. Dimitrios is a visionary leader in ophthalmology, pioneering novel treatments for corneal diseases like Dr. Med. Cédric is the Director at a specialized clinic, focusing on personalized patient care and advanced treatments in ophthalmology, enhancing visual health Dr. Med. Cédric is the Director at a specialized clinic, focusing on personalized patient care and advanced treatments in ophthalmology, enhancing visual health and quality of life. and quality of life. Pyramide Klinik am see pyramide.ch/en pyramide.ch/en Pyramide Klinik am see Dr. Med. Cédric A. George Dr. Med. Cédric A. George Director Director Dr. Marjan is a seasoned ophthalmologist specializing in cornea, cataract, and refractive surgery, dedicated to advancing eye care through innovative techniques Dr. Marjan is a seasoned ophthalmologist specializing in cornea, cataract, and refractive surgery, dedicated to advancing eye care through innovative techniques and research. and research. UCI Gavin Herbert Eye Institute ophthalmology.uci.edu ophthalmology.uci.edu UCI Gavin Herbert Eye Institute Dr. Marjan Farid Dr. Marjan Farid MD MD Mr. Mikhail Khaitine Head of Medical International Office under the Chief Medical Director Director Mr. Mikhail Khaitine Head of Medical International Office under the Chief Medical Mr. Khaitine is a seasoned expert in medical tourism, enhancing global healthcare access by coordinating world-class treatment for international patients at a Mr. Khaitine is a seasoned expert in medical tourism, enhancing global healthcare access by coordinating world-class treatment for international patients at a leading European medical center. leading European medical center. Heidelberg University Hospital heidelberg-university- hospital.com hospital.com Heidelberg University Hospital heidelberg-university- Dr. Sumit is a distinguished ophthalmologist specializing in cataract, corneal, and refractive surgery, recognized for his contributions to patient care and surgical innovation. contributions to patient care and surgical innovation. Dr. Sumit is a distinguished ophthalmologist specializing in cataract, corneal, and refractive surgery, recognized for his UCI Gavin Herbert Eye Institute ophthalmology.uci.edu ophthalmology.uci.edu UCI Gavin Herbert Eye Institute Dr. Sumit Garg Dr. Sumit Garg MD MD

9. Dr. Sumit Garg Innovating Eye Care for a Brighter Tomorrow D r. Sumit (Sam) Garg, is a prominent figure in ophthalmology, serving at the UCI Gavin Herbert Eye Institute, a leading academic ophthalmology institution. Dr. Garg’s journey in ophthalmology began with extensive training at prestigious institutions, most notably UC Irvine, where he completed his training and witnessed the transformation of the ophthalmology department into the Gavin Herbert Eye Institute. Inspired by the combination of surgical practice and long-term patient care, as well as the field’s rapid innovation, Dr. Garg has been shaped by his mentors, colleagues, and family, particularly his parents, to become a leader in this evolving medical specialty. Let’s dive into the detailed journey below! What key innovations do you see shaping the future of ophthalmology in the next decade? Ophthalmology is a hot bed for innovation. There continues to be changes in how we diagnose patients and deliver care. I think that, over the next 10 years, there will be continued innovations in medications for treatment of dry eye disease, retinal diseases and glaucoma. Areas of interest to me are advances in drug delivery, intraocular lens design, therapeutics for corneal endothelial disease, and the promise of a true accommodating IOL and robotic cataract surgery. Dr. Sumit (Sam) Garg UCI Gavin Herbert Eye Ins?tute 22 | July 2024 www.healthcareeverything.com

10. Most Visionary Leaders to Watch in 2024 Can you highlight some pivotal advancements in ophthalmology education and research that you’ve led at UC Irvine? At the Gavin Herbert Eye Institute, our team has led significant advances in corneal surgical techniques using femtosecond lasers, micro-invasive glaucoma surgery, corneal biomechanics, and the treatment of retinal diseases such as age-related macular degeneration and diabetic retinopathy. Our Center for Translational Vision Research (CTVR) is globally renowned for its contributions to vision science, particularly in genome editing to correct genetic mutations causing inherited retinal diseases like retinitis pigmentosa, and in developing cell-based treatments for this condition. Additionally, we are progressing on a pan- COVID, or pan-coronavirus vaccine. Our institute runs a highly sought-after training program for medical students, residents, and fellows, both domestic and international. We support patients and families affected by keratoconus through the National Keratoconus Foundation, the largest and oldest organization dedicated to this condition. We also host two major educational symposia annually, one on clinical ophthalmology and the other on research. 23 | July 2024 www.healthcareeverything.com

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