The Heart of Leadership: A Conversation with Dr. Connie Delaney

In this episode of the Medical Alley Podcast, host Ben Wagner speaks with Dr. Connie Delaney, dean of the University of Minnesota School of Nursing, about the science, compassion, and leadership at the heart of nursing.

Together, they discuss Dr. Delaney’s path into nursing and academia, the growing workforce challenges facing the profession, and how innovation—including artificial intelligence—can better support both clinicians and patients. They also explore the themes of her book, Leading with Love, and what it means to lead with empathy, presence, and purpose in today’s healthcare environment.

This is a thoughtful conversation about the future of nursing—and the human connection that must remain at the center of healthcare.

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