From Bedside to Boardroom

Dr. Tim Brendle, DNP, RN, CNOR is a seasoned healthcare leader, visionary, and advocate for nursing excellence with over 30 years of perioperative nursing and operational experience. A retired Chief Operating Officer and Senior Vice President of Perioperative and Procedural Services at a renowned academic medical center, Dr. Brendle has spent decades driving transformative change in complex healthcare environments.Holding a Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) degree with a focus on advanced executive leadership in highly matrixed organizations and change management, Dr. Brendle combines clinical expertise with a strong foundation in strategic operations. Throughout his career, he has overseen expansive healthcare systems, including 50+ operating rooms, multiple ambulatory surgery centers, and cutting-edge robotics programs. His leadership contributions have not only streamlined operations and improved financial outcomes but also enhanced patient care and staff engagement across multidisciplinary teams.As an advocate for continuous improvement, diversity, and inclusion, Dr. Brendle has developed innovative programs that address unconscious bias, improve healthcare access for minority populations, and support underrepresented groups in nursing. His work has been recognized with numerous awards, including the Earl B. Higgins Health Leadership in Diversity Award and the SC Palmetto Gold Award for Nursing Excellence.A published author of peer-reviewed articles and a sought-after speaker at national conferences, Dr. Brendle now focuses on empowering bedside nurses to transition into leadership roles. Through Quaternary Healthcare Consultancy, LLC, he provides mentorship, operational insights, and leadership coaching to the next generation of nurse leaders.In his book, From Bedside to Boardroom: A Guide to Nursing Leadership, Dr. Brendle shares his wealth of experience and actionable strategies to inspire and equip nurses for impactful leadership. The book reflects his passion for fostering purpose-driven, inclusive healthcare environments and commitment to shaping the future of nursing leadership. When not advocating for nurses, Dr. Brendle enjoys traveling, and French cooking.