Matthew Dandino, PharmD, program director of Ambulatory Pharmacy at Northwestern Memorial Hospital, explores leadership at the intersection of clinical care and business strategy.

Matt shares his passion for blending clinical expertise with operational and financial leadership. He offers an inside look at the vital — and often misunderstood — role pharmacists play across healthcare systems, from inpatient rounding to patient education and complex medication management.

Matt reflects on mentorship, the importance of “referent power,” and how connecting purpose to even the most detailed workflows can elevate both team performance and patient care.