Seminar by Mr. Koichi Ikeda, Representative Director of YMK Medical Co., Ltd., on "Hospital Management Reform from the Frontlines" to be held on July 30, 2026 (Thu)!!

[Seminar Details]

https://www.ssk21.co.jp/S0000103.php?spage=pt_26412

[SSK Seminar]

Hospital Management Reform from the Frontlines

—How to Drive Management Improvement with Numbers and Operations—

[Speaker]

Koichi Ikeda Representative Director, YMK Medical Co., Ltd.

[Date and Time]

July 30, 2026 (Thu) 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM

[Participation Methods]

Live Streaming (via Zoom Webinar)

Archive Access (Available for 2 weeks; watch anytime, as many times as desired)

[Key Lecture Topics]

The management environment surrounding healthcare institutions has become increasingly challenging due to revisions in medical reimbursement rates, rising labor and operational costs, and ongoing staffing shortages. While many hospitals face the urgent need for financial recovery, the sustainability of improvements depends largely on 'people'—particularly the capabilities of administrative leaders and managerial talent. In this seminar, Mr. Ikeda, who has extensive experience ranging from frontline administrative roles to executive management and a proven track record of turning numerous hospitals from losses to profits, will present practical strategies for achieving sustainable management improvements through both data-driven decision-making and operational excellence. He will also share real-world examples on how to identify, develop, and embed capable managerial talent within hospital organizations.

1. Why Discuss 'Management Turnaround' and 'Talent Development' Together Now? • The current management landscape: reimbursement changes, inflation, and staffing shortages • Structural reasons why temporary improvements fail to last • Why success in turnaround depends more on 'people' than on 'methods'

2. Management Improvement from the Frontline Perspective – Bridging Numbers and Operations • Visualization using department-level P&L and break-even analysis • Preventing missed opportunities in facility standards and reimbursement claims • Driving change that motivates frontline staff (building momentum through small wins)

3. Redefining the Role of the Hospital Administrator • Transitioning from 'administrator' to 'strategic business partner' • Serving as the critical link between executives, clinical departments, and frontline staff • Essential perspectives and skill sets required

4. Identifying and Appointing Management Talent Capable of Leading Turnarounds • Recognizing high-potential individuals (assessing aptitude) • Effective delegation and the art of 'entrusting' • Supporting motivation through evaluation and compensation

5. Building Systems to Develop Management Talent • Moving beyond on-the-job training (toward structured development) • Alternating between 'learning' and 'practical application' • Creating a support system with successors and teams

6. Toward Sustainable Hospital Management – First Steps You Can Take Tomorrow • Clarifying roles between top executives and administrators • Starting small and maintaining continuous improvement cycles • Summary

7. Q&A Session

[Inquiries]

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[About Shin-Shakai System Sogo Kenkyusho (SSK)]

Shin-Shakai System Sogo Kenkyusho (SSK) was established on December 6, 1996. For over 28 years since its founding, SSK has primarily provided information services by planning and hosting approximately 500 business seminars annually for corporate clients.

SSK seminars aim to rapidly deliver high-level information on management strategy, marketing, and technology in today’s diverse business environment, contributing to the creation of new business opportunities.

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