Douglas Fahlbusch Healthcare Consulting

27/10/2025

What a rewarding day at the Preparation for Private Practice Program 🙌

Helping new surgeons take their first steps into independent practice — with purpose, clarity, and vision.

We talked about reimagining healthcare from the inside out:
💡 Purpose-driven care
🤝 Collaboration across domains
🧠 Mental health and wellbeing
🛠 Designing systems that work for people

Let’s build practices that heal people — and the system.

19/09/2025

Presenteeism, brownout, and burnout are rampant in healthcare today, creating a silent pandemic among healthcare workers. Imagine a healthier alternative: a collaborative and innovative environment where resources are optimized. The “Hawthorne effect” teaches us that any new project can initially boost these factors as teams rally around a shared purpose. This means projects inherently offer an immediate, additional benefit beyond their core objectives. To sustain these gains, continuous iteration is key—reinforcing lessons learned and enhancing information flow, creating a self-perpetuating cycle of improvement. What initiatives are you driving in your team or organization to achieve this ideal state? Hear more in a podcast overview of my book at https://bit.ly/RH-audio

19/09/2025

My battles with cancer and a broken shoulder revealed a critical truth about healthcare: while the people are phenomenal, they’re often confined to silos. This fragmentation causes patients and vital information to slip through the cracks. Yet, a recent collaborative effort in Brisbane with Queensland Health and RACS offered a powerful alternative. By focusing on enhancing healthcare processes for both patients and staff, we witnessed a surge in fulfillment, a willingness to go above and beyond, and a fertile ground for collaboration and innovation. This approach is fundamental to delivering safer, more efficient healthcare and optimizing resource allocation. For further insights, explore my blog at https://buff.ly/ZFuPtG4, or for a podcast overview of my book, visit https://buff.ly/GgbjqD3.

18/09/2025

I had an incredible few days in Brisbane collaborating with Health and to drive innovation in healthcare. Focusing on improving healthcare processes for both patients and workers not only fosters fulfillment but also unlocks discretionary effort, paving the way for greater collaboration and creativity. These elements are essential for delivering safer, more efficient healthcare while optimizing resource use. For more ideas, see my blog at https://bit.ly/DF-Blog

02/09/2025

💡 **Revolutionize Surgical Care with the ClearStart Protocol™**

Are your patients ready for surgery in the safest, most efficient way possible? ClearStart™ is here to transform how we prepare for and recover from surgical procedures.

🔑 **Key Benefits:**
- **Improved Surgical Readiness**: A structured five-phase framework ensures patients are optimally prepared from start to finish.
- **Reduced Fasting Complications**: Innovations like tailored fasting keep patients hydrated and comfortable right up to surgery, reducing headaches and easing IV insertions.
- **Enhanced Outcomes**: Streamlined processes mean faster, smoother recoveries, fewer cancellations, and better patient care.

ClearStart isn’t just a protocol. It’s a smarter pathway to surgery—for surgeons, care teams, and, most importantly, your patients.

📖 **Learn how ClearStart can make a difference in your practice today.**

01/09/2025

Ready for real healthcare transformation?

Two groundbreaking works prove the same truth: When clinical expertise meets business acumen—with patients as equal partners—we eliminate waste, improve outcomes, and restore purpose to healthcare. The road to burnout becomes the road to fulfilment.

The roadmap exists. The question is: Are you ready to lead?

Read the full blueprint in my LinkedIn post 👇 https://www.linkedin.com/posts/drfahlbusch_empathy-in-action-principles-for-compassionate-activity-7368210510879625216-oZcC

21/06/2025

Stay ahead of the competition with our data-driven insights and tailored strategic solutions designed to help your hospital thrive. Whether you’re looking to optimize operations, improve customer engagement, or enhance decision-making, we’ve got you covered. Learn more about how we can support your growth and take your hospital to the next level. Read. more at https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/what-vogue-intel-can-teach-healthcare-leaders-douglas-fahlbusch-f7g4c or get in touch with us at https://bit.ly/DrFA

19/06/2025

Is your team prepared to tackle the challenges of tomorrow and stay ahead in a competitive world? Discover their strengths, identify areas for growth, and unlock their full potential with our comprehensive assessment tool. Start your journey to a stronger team with our diagnostic at https://bit.ly/DC2HCQ or read more at https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/what-vogue-intel-can-teach-healthcare-leaders-douglas-fahlbusch-f7g4c

19/06/2025

Healthcare is rooted in care and compassion, but the industry is facing some serious challenges. 🚑

Here’s what we’re up against:
- **Burnout**: Healthcare workers experience burnout at *double* the rate of other industries.
- **Outdated work environments**: Collaboration between clinical and non-clinical staff is often fragmented.
- **Toxic cultures**: Bullying and negative workplace dynamics persist.
- **Recruitment struggles**: Attracting and retaining talent is harder than ever in competitive markets.
- **A lack of innovation**: Rising costs, patient demands, and inefficiencies call for fresh ideas.

To tackle these challenges, healthcare needs to think outside the box and learn from unexpected sources. 💡

How is your organization addressing these issues? Let’s discuss! 👇 or read more at

Cultural Transformation and Leadership in Healthcare If you were told that healthcare organisations could learn crucial lessons from the work of Anna Wintour at Vogue or Andy Grove at Intel, you might raise an eyebrow. But the challenges facing the healthcare sector—increasing burnout, outdated wo...

22/04/2025

**Let’s revolutionize healthcare culture together!**

I’m all about boosting teamwork in the perioperative space. By understanding roles and workflows, we can make teams safer, more efficient, and happier. Check out the infographic for a taste of what I mean.

Ready to reflect on your team skills? Take this quiz: https://bit.ly/DC2HCQ. It’s free and provides a useful report.

What do you think? I’d love your feedback!

19/04/2025

4 weeks until departure! Extra recovery gear obtained for crossings like Gibb River Road. Read more at https://bit.ly/Var4Kim - we’d love your donation for Variety SA!

29/03/2025

Ever wondered how Australia’s Healthcare ‘System’ fits together? Here’s an overview for you …