Exploring the UCHealth Administrative Fellowship with Ben Akoa
In this episode, Cole from the American Journal of Healthcare Strategy interviews Ben Akoa, an administrative fellow at UCHealth in Denver, Colorado. Ben shares his diverse background, from growing up in Maine and Ohio to his journey in public health and healthcare administration. He highlights the importance of working in community health, the unique opportunities at UCHealth, and his experience at notable institutions like Cleveland Clinic. Ben also discusses the benefits of interdisciplinary learning, the value of fellowship programs, and his involvement in the development of a new fellowship structure at UCHealth.
00:00 Introduction and Guest Introduction
00:51 Ben's Background and Early Career
02:38 Choosing Cornell for MHA
06:15 Internship at Cleveland Clinic
12:45 Fellowship Experience at UCHealth
20:48 Future Aspirations and Reflections
23:45 Conclusion and Final Thoughts
