With the rapid growth of specialty hospitals, physician-run outpatient surgery centers as well as diagnostic centers, traditional hospitals are facing increased competition. To compete for patients, hospital administrators should be prepared to set their hospitals apart through the specialized care strategy. Benchmarking best practices is essential; hospital administrators must take time to investigate other specialty healthcare providers in their local communities, identify areas of opportunity and put a strategic plan in place for building renowned specialty practices. The landscape of healthcare looks even more challenging as we look to implement the Accountable Care Act. What are the key strategies you will need to put in place to make you a successful manager? Please look at the strategies and then share your personal thoughts and feelings about how you will use these strategies to be successful.
Please include at least 3 paragraphs. Also, include at least three APA references that are not are not websites. Thank you so much.