Strategic Healthcare Management: Planning and Execution, 3rd Edition by Stephen L. Walston (ISBN 9781640553651)

Strategic Healthcare Management: Planning and Execution, 3rd Edition by Stephen L. Walston provides a comprehensive, step-by-step framework for formulating, implementing, and evaluating strategic plans within the healthcare industry. Published by Health Administration Press (HAP) in collaboration with the American College of Healthcare Executives (ACHE), this edition equips healthcare leaders and students with practical tools to navigate today’s complex healthcare environment.

Product Details

• Title: Strategic Healthcare Management: Planning and Execution
• Edition: 3rd Edition
• Author: Stephen L. Walston
• Publisher: Health Administration Press (HAP)
• ISBN-13: 9781640553651
• Format: Paperback / Textbook
• Pages: 400 +
• Price: $54.99
• Availability: In Stock | Free Worldwide Shipping

This updated edition integrates the latest in healthcare reform, digital transformation, and performance improvement while maintaining its focus on actionable strategy. Walston combines classic strategic management models with real-world healthcare applications to help leaders drive sustainable results in hospitals, clinics, and health systems.

Key Features of the 3rd Edition

• Step-by-Step Planning Framework: From environmental scanning to strategic execution and performance assessment.
• Real-World Case Studies: Illustrates how top-performing healthcare organizations implement strategic initiatives.
• Updated Industry Insights: Covers population health, data analytics, and emerging care delivery models.
• Execution-Focused Approach: Emphasizes aligning resources, culture, and leadership for successful implementation.
• Tools and Worksheets: Includes planning templates and performance metrics for practical application.
• Academic and Professional Use: Suitable for MHA, MPH, and MBA programs in healthcare management.

Table of Contents Highlights

1. Overview of Strategic Thinking in Healthcare
2. Environmental Analysis and Market Assessment
3. Internal Analysis and Resource Alignment
4. Strategy Formulation and Goal Setting
5. Implementation and Organizational Execution
6. Leadership, Communication, and Change Management
7. Performance Measurement and Continuous Improvement
8. Strategic Management in a Digital Healthcare Era

Who Should Use This Book?

• Healthcare executives and administrators
• MHA, MPH, and MBA students
• Health policy and management educators
• Hospital strategists and consultants

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FAQs

Does this edition include new healthcare reform updates?

Yes — includes new content on value-based care, digital health, and system integration.

Is this suitable for graduate-level healthcare management courses?

Absolutely — widely used in MHA and MBA programs as a core strategic management text.

Does it provide practical implementation tools?

Yes — includes checklists, frameworks, and templates for planning and execution.

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Strategic Healthcare Management: Planning and Execution, 3rd Edition by Stephen L. Walston delivers an actionable guide for healthcare leaders and students seeking to translate strategy into results. Order now from BooksGoat for just $54.99. Free worldwide shipping included.