Best IdN™ Podcasts (2025)

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The New Model for Specialty Pharmacy w/ Jigar Thakkar, PharmD 45:28

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Specialty pharmacy plays a critical role in patient outcomes, but health systems often struggle to manage operations effectively while maintaining continuity of care. In this episode of Health Care Rounds, host John Marchica talks with Jigar Thakkar, PharmD, CEO of Longitude Rx, about how his company is helping leading health systems reimagine spec…

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Making Value-Based Care Work at Scale w/ David Carmouche, MD 53:57

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Across the country, health systems are chasing the promise of value-based care, but few have figured out how to make it work. David Carmouche, MD, Executive Vice President and Chief Clinical Transformation Officer at Lumeris, joins host John Marchica to discuss what it really takes to make value-based care work at scale. ===========================…

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Curing Nursing Burnout Through Education w/ Dr. Adele Webb 28:42

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Burnout among health care workers remains a critical issue years after the height of COVID-19. In this episode of Health Care Rounds, Dr. Adele Webb, Executive Dean of Healthcare Initiatives at Strategic Education, Inc. shares insights from a national survey of health care workers, revealing what’s really driving nursing burnout and how education c…

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The New Rules of Health System Leadership w/ John D’Angelo, MD, FACEP 28:55

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What does it take to lead 100,000 health care workers through constant disruption? In this episode of Health Care Rounds, host John Marchica sits down with John D’Angelo, MD, FACEP, President & CEO of Northwell Health, to discuss his journey from physician to chief executive. Dr. D'Angelo shares critical lessons learned from managing COVID-19 surge…

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Fighting Back Against Insurance Denials w/ Neal Shah 38:37

2M ago38:37

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Insurance denials are exploding, and they’re costing lives. In this episode of Health Care Rounds, host John Marchica sits down with Neal Shah, CEO of CareYaya and Counterforce Health, to unpack the broken insurance system and the AI-driven surge in claim rejections. Neal shares how his personal caregiving experiences shaped his mission, why most p…

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Treating Healthcare's Misinformation Problem w/ Dr. Geeta Nayyar 34:09

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Why do people trust Google and TikTok more than their doctors? Dr. Geeta Nayyar, MD, MBA, the author of Dead Wrong: Diagnosing and Treating Healthcare's Misinformation Illness, joins the show to break down how misinformation spreads, why patient trust continues to decline, and what health leaders must do to lead the cure. ==========================…

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The Truth About PBMs and Drug Pricing w/ Dr. Alan Pannier 41:22

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Pharmacy benefit managers (PBMs) play a pivotal role in drug pricing, yet their practices often remain shrouded in a black box of rebates, spread pricing, and misaligned incentives. In this installment of our Pharma Series, Alan Pannier, Senior Vice President of Product Strategy at SmithRx, breaks down how legacy PBMs use opaque contracts and verti…

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How Health Systems Win in Specialty Pharmacy w/ Dr. Tim Affeldt 35:22

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Specialty pharmacy is big business. And while PBMs and big pharma dominate the spotlight, health systems are quietly carving out their own advantage. In this episode of Health Care Rounds, host, John Marchica, sits down with Tim Affeldt, PharmD, Vice President, Specialty/Infusion Operations, Fairview Pharmacy Services, to unpack why health systems …

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Better Health Policy Starts with Better Data w/ David C. Radley, Ph.D., M.P.H. 56:21

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What happens when state health policymakers lose access to the very data they rely on? In this episode of Health Care Rounds, John Marchica talks with David C. Radley, Ph.D., M.P.H., Director of Data and Analytics at The Center for Evidence-Based Policy and Senior Scientist at the Commonwealth Fund. They explore how states use administrative data t…

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Building Sustainable Primary Care for Seniors w/ Tom Yackel, MD, MPH, MS, MBA 41:27

6M ago41:27

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Value-based care isn’t a new idea—but making it work in today’s fragmented system is anything but simple. In this episode of Health Care Rounds, John Marchica talks with Dr. Tom Yackel, Chief Clinical Excellence Officer at CenterWell Senior Primary Care, about what it really takes to deliver high-quality, cost-effective care to Medicare patients. D…

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How Patient-Reported Outcomes Create Value and Improve Health w/ Trafford Crump, Ph.D 47:34

7M ago47:34

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Value-based care is more than just a buzzword - it’s a fundamental shift in how we measure success in health care. In this episode of Health Care Rounds, John Marchica sits down with Dr. Trafford Crump, Associate Professor at McGill University, to discuss how patient-reported outcomes (PROs) can help us better understand the value of care from the …

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Pharmacy as a Strategic Asset in Health Systems w/ Dr. Tyson Frodin, AVP of Pharmacy, MultiCare 48:51

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In another installment of our Pharma Series, we're joined by Dr. Tyson Frodin, Assistant Vice President of Pharmacy at MultiCare, to explore the evolving role of pharmacy in health care. Tyson shares insights from his diverse career path - from his early experience in telehealth on a Navajo reservation, to leading pharmacy initiatives at a top heal…

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The Hidden Cost of Health Care Data Silos w/ Jason Bryll, Principal, Parable Associates 42:07

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In this episode of Health Care Rounds, Host John Marchica sits down with Jason Bryll, Principal at Parable Associates, to unpack why health care organizations struggle with managing financial and patient data. They discuss the challenges of revenue cycle management, the headache of disconnected systems, and how better data practices can lead to bet…

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The Intersection of Pharma, Business and Patient Care w/ Jon Brown, MHA, DPLA 49:43

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In another installment of our Pharma Series, we sit down with Jon Brown, MHA, DPLA, Director of Pharmacy-System Operations and Logistics at IU Health, to explore how his team is transforming pharmacy services. From launching one of the most advanced centralized pharmacy facilities in the country to navigating drug shortages and cutting costs, Jon s…

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HCR Matt Porch Encore 1:12:30

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In this encore episode of Health Care Rounds, Matt Portch, Consultant at MPC&R LLC, joins host John Marchica to explore the evolving collaboration between pharmaceutical companies and Integrated Delivery Networks (IDNs). Additionally, Matt sheds light on how both have adapted to new technologies and market shifts. Matt is a seasoned pharmaceutical …

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2025 Health Care Trends and Policy Predictions with John Driscoll 40:20

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What does it take to transform health care and address its most pressing challenges? Few individuals are as uniquely positioned to answer as John Driscoll. With a storied career as an author, chairman, investor, CEO, and host of the CareTalk podcast, John has had an impact on nearly every facet of the health care industry. Drawing from decades of l…

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Expanding Health Care Access with Portable Care Solutions w/ OnMed CEO Karthik Ganesh 44:16

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Health care access, especially rural health care, has long been defined by systemic challenges, including limited access to specialists, provider shortages, and geographic barriers hindering patient care. These obstacles continue to strain health systems and impact outcomes in underserved communities. But what if new technologies could address thes…

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Increasing Transparency with Cost-Plus Drug Pricing w/ MakoRx Founder Vinay Patel 1:02:12

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Every year, medication prices keep going up, putting even more strain on Americans’ budgets. To make it worse, the price you see online often doesn’t match what you’re charged at the pharmacy counter. So why the lack of transparency? And equally important, what can be done to ease the pressure of these rising costs? Join Vinay Patel, founder of Mak…

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Empowering In-home Care With Private-Duty Nursing, with Jasmine Bhatti 39:36

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Value-based care has rapidly gained momentum in recent years, but challenges persist — particularly when care is delivered in the home. Our guest, Jasmine Bhatti, Founder and CEO of Navi Nurses, explains how private-duty nursing can deliver better clinical and financial outcomes for providers while offering compassionate at-home care to patients in…

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Advancing Health Care Policies to Meet People's Needs w/ Natalie Davis 42:59

1y ago42:59

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It’s no secret that the health care for millions of Americans isn’t working, with many in dire need of immediate action. The demand for bipartisan solutions, new policies, and technological advancements for the health care system has never been greater. Our guest, Natalie Davis, co-founder and CEO of United States of Care, joins us to share her tho…

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Easing Cancer Treatment with Personalized Nutrition with Dr. Erika Ebbel Angle 40:12

1y ago40:12

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Fact: 80 percent of cancer patients face significant side effects throughout their treatment, potentially worsening outcomes and making a difficult journey even more challenging for patients fighting for their lives. In this episode, we’re joined by Dr. Erika Ebbel Angle, CEO of Ixcela, to discuss her personalized approach to improving cancer patie…

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Achieving Health Equity Through All-Payer Models with Dr. Trudy Hall 49:21

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Tackling rising healthcare costs while improving quality is no small task, and many states are left struggling. But one state might have the solution. In this episode, we explore Maryland’s All-Payer system with Dr. Trudy Hall, Vice President of Medical Affairs and Chief Medical Officer at TidalHealth, discussing how this innovative approach is cha…

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Repairing Fragmented Care with Value-Based Strategies with Dr. Kamal Golla 46:51

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While demand for specialty care has never been higher, this demand hasn't resulted in better coordination among PCPs. Can value-based care bridge the gap? Our guest Dr. Kamal Golla thinks so. In this episode explore the importance of value-based care and how it can create exceptional patient experiences and better outcomes. 🎙 ABOUT DR VISHNUKAMAL G…

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Advancing Medicine With Placenta-Derived Cells with Dr. Robert Hariri 1:00:35

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Join us as we delve into the groundbreaking world of cellular therapies with Dr. Robert Hariri, CEO of Celularity. In this episode, Dr. Hariri takes us on a journey through the cutting-edge innovations that are reshaping the future of medicine. Discover how harnessing the power of the body’s own cells is not just a promise for the future, but a rea…

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Driving Better Outcomes with Ambulatory Surgical Centers 54:26

1+ y ago54:26

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Ambulatory Surgery Centers (ASC) specialize in providing surgical, diagnostic, and preventive procedures without lengthy and costly hospital stays. As the demand for convenient, accessible, and affordable care grows, ASCs have become an increasingly popular alternative. Joins us as Aric Burke, President and CEO of Atlas Healthcare Partners explores…

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Working with IDNs: The Pharma Perspective 1:12:50

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In this episode of Health Care Rounds, Matt Portch, Consultant at MPC&R LLC, joins host John Marchica to explore the evolving collaboration between pharmaceutical companies and Integrated Delivery Networks (IDNs). Additionally, Matt sheds light on how both have adapted to new technologies and market shifts. Matt is a seasoned pharmaceutical executi…

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Why Accountable Care Models Are So Important w/ Bill Lane 51:30

1+ y ago51:30

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Having equal access to quality health care across the United States shouldn't be a privilege, but a reality. Yet, seniors battling multiple chronic conditions often face disparities. The challenges are significant, from struggling to reach appointments to affording basic needs. Enter Accountable Care Organizations (ACOs). Are they the answer to imp…

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How AI is Reshaping the Future of Medicine w/ Dr. Robert Pearl 43:23

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We have all been exposed to some form of AI, but how is it positioned to enhance the future of medicine? In this episode of Health Care Rounds, Dr. Robert Pearl joins John to delve into the exciting potential of AI, particularly large language models, to revolutionize medicine, healthcare access, analysis, and treatment. Topics: (2:12) Dr. Pearl’s …

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Revolutionizing Pharmacy Care w/ Alison Lum 39:34

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Topics: (11:00) Pharmacy benefit management basics (15:28) Rebates and pricing benchmarks (18:34) Blue Shield of California’s pharmacy care reimagined initiative (21:25) Capturing real-world evidence to asses new medications (23:52) Transforming the pharmacy benefits industry with partnerships and alliances (29:32) Baseline drug prices and innovati…

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Podcast #164: Insights into Sepsis Management with Dr. Robert Scoggins 29:03

2y ago29:03

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Dr. Robert Scoggins, Chief Medical Officer, Cytovale Robert Scoggins, MD, PhD is a seasoned pulmonary and critical care physician and the Chief Medical Officer (CMO) at Cytovale. He began his career in science with an undergraduate degree in Molecular Biology from Vanderbilt University and completed a PhD in Microbiology at the University of Virgin…

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Podcast #163: Navigating Leadership Polarities to Foster a Resilient Work Environment with Dr. Tracy Christopherson and Michelle Troseth 47:43

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Dr. Tracy Christopherson and Michelle Troseth, Co-Founders of MissingLogic® Dr. Tracy Christopherson and Michelle Troseth are co-founders of MissingLogic®. The core of their work is to help leaders to overcome leadership norms that cause suffering, achieve work life balance, create healthy work cultures and environments by leveraging Polarity Intel…

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Podcast #162: Revolutionizing Health Care: A Disruptive Approach to Primary Care and Employer Partnerships with Dr. Jeff Wells 49:01

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Jeff Wells, MD, CEO & Co-Founder, Marathon Health Jeff Wells, MD, is the CEO and co-founder of Marathon, a modern health company that partners with employers, benefit consultants and unions to deliver a health care experience that focuses on driving real behavior change, resulting in better employee health and financial savings. Marathon Health’s m…

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#161: Guiding Health Care Organizations with a Targeted Leadership Approach, with Laurie Lee Smith 51:05

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Holding more than 20 years of experience in healthcare leadership, Laurie Lee Smith is the founder of Laurie Lee Leadership and former system CNO of Billings Clinic. Her expertise lies in supporting healthcare professionals to overcome challenges, shift mindsets, uncover blind spots, and sustain progress by incorporating the neuroscience of human b…

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July 3, 2023 3:09

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This is a test run, we will start updating daily episodes soon. Please let me know your thoughts @ [email protected]

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#160: Closing Care Gaps With Data in the Right Place, at the Right Time, with Ruth Krystopolski, MBA 29:07

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Ruth Krystopolski is President of Ayin Health Solutions at Providence Health Systems. In her role as President, Ruth leads the development of population health capabilities across Providence’s ministries and extends them externally to reach additional communities. Ruth joined Ayin in November 2021 after serving as the Senior Vice President of Popul…

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#159: Organizational Performance and Physician Engagement, with John Neil, MD 32:09

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Dr. John Neil is the Executive Vice President and Chief Physician Executive and Network Strategy Officer for HonorHealth in Scottsdale, Arizona. Dr. Neil drives physician engagement throughout HonorHealth, working to ensure that physicians have input and involvement in the decision-making processes of the healthcare system. His work with clinical t…

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#158: Leading with Purpose and Finding a ‘Why’, with Chanda Chacon 36:12

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Chanda Chacón is the president and CEO of Children’s Hospital and Medical Center in Omaha, Nebraska. Chacón came to Children’s from Arkansas Children’s, where she served as Executive Vice President and System Chief Operating Officer. In Arkansas, she oversaw the system operations of two hospital campuses, clinical services, human resources and supp…

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#157: Delivering Health Care On An International Scale, with Heitham Hassoun, MD 29:59

3y ago29:59

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Heitham Hassoun, MD, Vice President & Medical Director, Cedars-Sinai International Dr. Heitham Hassoun is the Vice President & Medical Director for Cedars-Sinai International in Los Angeles, California. He previously served as Global Medical Director for Johns Hopkins Medicine and was an Associate Professor in the Department of Surgery at The Johns…

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#156: Maximizing Value by Meeting People Where They Are, with Rob Allen, FACHE 35:42

3y ago35:42

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Rob Allen, FACHE, President and Chief Executive Officer, Intermountain Healthcare Rob Allen, FACHE, was named as the new president and chief executive officer of Intermountain Healthcare and began serving in that role on December 1, 2022. Previously, Rob served as the organization's senior vice president and chief operating officer. In addition to …

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#155: Complex Population Health Management and Comprehensive Value-Based Models for High-Risk Patients, with Dr. Robert Jarve 44:31

3y ago44:31

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Dr. Robert Jarve is the Associate Chief Medical Officer for Population Health at Corewell Health West. In this role, he leads the strategy and development of population health analytics capabilities for the system, as well as the implementation of a value-based care model for underserved, high-risk patients. He is also leading a pilot to help house…

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#154: Reimagining a High-Touch, Whole-Person Care Model for Kidney Disease, with Jackson Brasher 36:33

3y ago36:33

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In his role as Strive Health’s Vice President of Strategy & Development, Jackson Brasher draws on more than 15 years of experience to lead Strive Health's system team in their company mission to transform kidney care. Before joining the leadership team at Strive, Jackson held corporate strategy and business development roles at The Advisory Board C…

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#153: Overcoming the Costly Roadblocks to Developing Novel Cancer Therapies, with Dr. David Stewart 27:48

3y ago27:48

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David Stewart, MD; Head, Division of Medical Oncology, University of Ottawa; Author, A Short Primer on Why Cancer Still Sucks Dr. Stewart received his MD degree from Queen’s University, Kingston, followed by training in internal medicine at McGill University and in medical oncology in the Department of Developmental Therapeutics at the UT MD Anders…

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#152: Tracking the Ever-Changing Life Science Landscape with BioPharmGuy's Adam Wilson 28:35

3y ago28:35

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Adam Wilson founded BioPharmGuy in 2008 after gaining engineering and government experience in biotech. Professional stops prior to BioPharmGuy include Biopure (Cambridge, MA), FDA (Detroit, MI) & Henry Ford Hospital (Detroit, MI). His formal educational background consists of a Chemical Engineering Bachelors ('02) and Pharmaceutical Engineering Ma…

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#151: Defragmenting and Rethinking Care Delivery For America’s Aging Adults 32:24

3y ago32:24

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Chris is the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Landmark Health. Chris joined Landmark in 2017 as Vice President and General Manager responsible for launching the New England market. Most recently, Chris has served as Landmark’s Head of Corporate Development responsible for the company’s growth strategy, strategic partnerships, mergers and acquisitio…

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#150: ENCORE Investing in Social Determinants of Health with John Gorman 34:17

3y ago34:17

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John Gorman is the founder and Chairman of Nightingale Partners, the first Opportunity Zone fund to invest in social determinants of health interventions with health insurers, states, and provider organizations. He also founded and is the former Executive Chairman of Gorman Health Group. John’s work focuses on Medicare, Medicaid, and Affordable Car…

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#149: ENCORE Reinventing the PBM Model with A.J. Loiacono 51:10

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A.J. Loiacono AJ is a successful entrepreneur, with 20 years of experience in pharmacy benefits and software development. As the CEO of Capital Rx, his mission is to change the way pharmacy benefits are priced and administrated in the US. Prior to Capital Rx, AJ was a co-founder of Truveris, where he served for eight years as CEO, Chief Innovation …

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#148: ENCORE What’s Wrong with American Health Care, and How Do We Fix It? with Dr. Robert Pearl 37:51

3+ y ago37:51

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Dr. Robert Pearl Named one of Modern Healthcare’s 50 most influential physician leaders, Dr. Pearl is an advocate for the power of integrated, prepaid, technologically advanced and physician-led healthcare delivery. He serves as a clinical professor of plastic surgery at Stanford University School of Medicine and is on the faculty of the Stanford G…

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#147: The Virtual-First Health Care Movement with Teladoc CEO Jason Gorevic 31:02

3+ y ago31:02

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Jason Gorevic is chief executive officer and a member of Teladoc Health's board of directors. Since taking the reins in 2009, he has led Teladoc Health to its position today as the world leader in virtual care, achieving significant growth in revenue, membership, and telehealth utilization. Under his leadership the company has established a proven …

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#146: Championing Patient Centricity with Tzvia Bader 34:03

3+ y ago34:03

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Tzvia Bader, CEO and Co-Founder of TrialJectory is a savvy and experienced entrepreneur, with decades of experience in business development, product marketing, and strategy. Prior to co-founding TrialJectory, Tzvia headed the global business unit at Amdocs where she was responsible for building a new product growth strategy, as well as for global s…