Physicians Beware - Anonymous employee Hazelden Betty Ford Employee Review

Thank you for taking the time to share this feedback. We appreciate your recognition of our front-line staff and the care they provide every day—that commitment is something we value deeply. We take the concerns raised about leadership culture, communication, and physician engagement very seriously. Respect for physician expertise, professional boundaries, and meaningful collaboration are essential to delivering high-quality care and maintaining organizational stability. Feedback such as yours helps us identify areas where we must do better. We acknowledge that consistency in leadership approach, transparency in decision-making, and constructive responsiveness to physician concerns are critical, particularly during periods of change. Leadership continuity and communication practices are actively being evaluated, and we are committed to strengthening how physician voices are incorporated into decision processes. This includes examining leadership effectiveness, improving feedback mechanisms, and supporting a culture of mutual respect and partnership. Our goal is to foster an environment where physicians feel heard, supported, and engaged—not only in clinical practice but in shaping the future of our organization. We appreciate you raising these points and remain committed to continued improvement.