Principles of Health Care Management

Faced with strict government regulations and increasing service demands by consumers, healthcare providers find themselves accountable on both ends. Written to reflect the realities of the 21st century, Principles of Health Care Management considers the many outside forces influencing health care institutions, and in doing so provides a progressive and modern reference on how to effectively manage a health organization. Using relevant case studies to illustrate key points, this text explains the critical changes and challenges that administrators must deal with as they go about practicing their profession and what students must learn as they begin their study of this vital field.

Seth B. Goldsmith is Professor Emeritus of Health Policy and Management at the University of Massachusetts at Amherst.' Dr. Goldsmith's 32-year academic career has also included appointments at Tulane University and Columbia University where he was Director of the Graduate Program in Health Services Administration.' In addition to his teaching in areas of health administration and health law, Dr. Goldsmith has been an active consultant to numerous organizations and governmental agencies.' He is the author and editor of 14 other books and more than 50 professional articles.' He was the editor of the Journal of Ambulatory Care for 14 years and is presently Editor Emeritus.Dr. Goldsmith is a member of the Board of Extendicare, one of the leading long-term health care providers in North America.' On the Extendicare Board he serves as chair of the Quality/Standards Committee and a member of the Governance Committee.' From 1996 through December 1998 he served as CEO of the Miami Jewish Home and Hospital in Miami, Florida.' He has also practiced law with Bowditch'and Dewey in Worcester, Massachusetts.' He has also served on voluntary boards and is the recipient of various awards for his work and community service.