The introduction and administration of any new role in a dynamic changing environment requires strong leadership and specific, purposeful administrative strategies. This article describes the development of a professional leader role at one campus of a recently merged academic health sciences centre. Understanding the operational challenges may help other healthcare organizations that wish to introduce and refine professional leadership roles.
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