Becker’s Healthcare Podcast

Becker’s Healthcare Podcast


Leading Through Complexity: A Conversation with James Hereford, CEO of Fairview Health Services

April 17, 2025

In this episode, James Hereford shares insights from his journey from rural Montana to leading one of Minnesota's largest health systems. In this episode, he reflects on transforming Fairview into a unified system, tackling healthcare’s toughest challenges, and the leadership mindset needed to drive innovation and sustain meaningful impact.