Best James McCormack Podcasts (2026)

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There's Magic In The Air (ft. guests Shih-Ching Tsou & Sean Baker; Daryl McCormack & Cailee Spaeny; James L. Brooks) 1:56:11

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25d ago1:56:11

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The penultimate regular Empire Podcast of the year is here, folks (don't worry, there are specials galore on the way), and it's a belter. Guest-wise, we have more goodies under the tree, as Jamie Graham talks to longtime collaborators Shih-Ching Tsou and Sean Baker (the director of Anora) about Tsou's directorial debut, Left-Handed Girl, which can …

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#132 - James Esses - Is Gender Ideology Harming Children? 1:35:59

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James Esses is a psychotherapist and former Childline volunteer who was expelled from his degree and blacklisted by his profession for opposing gender ideology. He now works with young people suffering from gender dysphoria and is one of the UK's most articulate defenders of reality, safeguarding and children's rights. CONTACT PETE › Website - http…

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The Role of Long-Term Acute Care Hospitals and Partnerships in High-Acuity Care 17:10

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In this episode, Dr. Daniel del Portal, Senior Vice President and Chief Clinical Officer at Temple Health, explains the vital role long-term acute care hospitals play in improving patient flow, supporting medically complex recoveries, and stabilizing hospital operations. He highlights how strong LTACH partnerships enhance outcomes, preserve inpatie…

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Christopher Newman, President and CEO of Mary Washington Healthcare 17:11

2h ago17:11

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In this episode, Christopher Newman, President and CEO of Mary Washington Healthcare, discusses stepping into the CEO role, driving cultural transformation, and strengthening workforce pipelines amid rapid regional growth. He also shares priorities around academic partnerships, financial headwinds, and expanding access to higher level care in the c…

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Advancing Women in Leadership and Innovation with Laurie McGraw 14:21

5h ago14:21

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In this episode, Laurie McGraw, Chief Commercial Officer at Transcarent and host of the Inspiring Women podcast, shares lessons from her 30+ year career in healthcare and technology, offering practical advice for emerging women leaders and insights on how innovation and mentorship can accelerate professional growth.…

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Dr. Michael Han, Chief Medical Information Officer, MultiCare Health System 5:30

8h ago5:30

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This episode recorded live at the 10th Annual Health IT + Digital Health + RCM Annual Meeting features Dr. Michael Han, Chief Medical Information Officer, MultiCare Health System. He discusses real world AI use cases including stroke detection and ambient clinical documentation, and shares why close partnership between IT and clinical leadership is…

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#138 – Steve Baker – The Structural Failure of Government 1:24:35

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Steve Baker is a former Conservative MP who spent years inside the machinery of British politics. In this interview, he explains why Britain feels broken. We talk about falling living standards, a political system that keeps failing without consequence and why so many voters feel completely powerless to change anything. We also explore how a system…

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Lisa Tank, President and Chief Hospital Executive, Hackensack University Medical Center, Hackensack Meridian Health 17:18

12h ago17:18

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This episode, recorded live at the Becker’s 13th Annual CEO + CFO Roundtable, features Lisa Tank, President and Chief Hospital Executive, Hackensack University Medical Center, Hackensack Meridian Health. She discusses how her team is using AI, governance, and culture to enhance clinical outcomes, streamline operations, and strengthen patient trust.…

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Building a Physician Retention Roadmap with Scott Polenz of CHG Healthcare 19:59

19h ago19:59

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In this episode, Scott Polenz, Principal Consultant at CHG Healthcare Advisory Services, shares a practical roadmap for healthcare leaders to improve physician alignment, engagement, and retention. He discusses creating structured onboarding, fostering trust and communication, and establishing an Office of Physicians and APP Relations to support lo…

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Afroz Hafeez, MD, MBA, Manager of Telemedicine at RUSH University System for Health 4:36

1d ago4:36

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This episode, recorded live at the Becker’s 13th Annual CEO + CFO Roundtable, features Afroz Hafeez, MD, MBA, Manager of Telemedicine at RUSH University System for Health, as he discusses expanding virtual care and telemedicine services. He shares strategies for improving health equity, scaling hybrid care models, and partnering with communities to…

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Dr. Mohammed Abdelaziz, Medical Director of Hospital Medicine, Kings Mill Hospital, Bon Secours Mercy Health 6:40

1d ago6:40

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This episode recorded live at the 10th Annual Health IT + Digital Health + RCM Annual Meeting features Dr. Mohammed Abdelaziz, Medical Director of Hospital Medicine, Kings Mill Hospital, Bon Secours Mercy Health. He shares how his organization is exploring AI tools like ambient scribe solutions and predictive models, and offers guidance on integrat…

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The Shameless Plug #11: Peaky Blinding 31:32

1d ago31:32

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It's finally here! A little later than usual due to some technical mishaps, the latest episode of The Shameless Plug sees Chris Hewitt and Nick de Semlyen sit down on Teams (yes, Teams!) to have a chat about the latest issue of Empire magazine, which is still on sale in all good, evil, and virtual newsagents. In it, our dynamic duo talk about the c…

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Jigar Thakkar, Former Chief Administrative Officer (SVP Growth Integration), OU Health 4:22

1d ago4:22

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This episode, recorded live at the Becker’s 13th Annual CEO + CFO Roundtable, features Jigar Thakkar, Former Chief Administrative Officer (SVP Growth Integration), OU Health, as he discusses reducing fragmentation in pharmacy care and addressing financial toxicity for patients. He shares insights on bringing specialty pharmacy services back into he…

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Josephine Wilton, Chief Business Development Officer, CHCB 11:04

2d ago11:04

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This episode, recorded live at the Becker’s 13th Annual CEO + CFO Roundtable, features Josephine Wilton, Chief Business Development Officer, CHCB, as she discusses growth through improved access to care, contract strategy, and community expansion. She shares perspectives on strengthening infrastructure, operational execution, and addressing behavio…

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John Benko, Director Healthcare Coordination, Bellefaire JCB 5:07

2d ago5:07

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This episode, recorded live at the Becker’s 13th Annual CEO + CFO Roundtable, features John Benko, Director Healthcare Coordination, Bellefaire JCB, as he discusses expanding behavioral health and special needs services across community based settings. He shares how innovative care models and breaking traditional Medicaid payer structures are helpi…

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Kelley Wells, Rph VP- Clinical Applications, Indiana University Health 4:24

2d ago4:24

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This episode, recorded live at the Becker’s 13th Annual CEO + CFO Roundtable, features Kelley Wells, Rph VP- Clinical Applications, Indiana University Health, as she discusses IU Health’s rapid growth and major capital projects. She shares insights on leading a large scale Epic conversion, building smart hospitals, and preparing clinical IT teams t…

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Martha Koo, MD, FASAM, FCTMSS, LFAPA, Chief Medical Officer, Your Behavioral Health 3:26

3d ago3:26

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This episode, recorded live at the Becker’s 13th Annual CEO + CFO Roundtable, features Martha Koo, MD, FASAM, FCTMSS, LFAPA, Chief Medical Officer, Your Behavioral Health, as she discusses delivering a full continuum of behavioral health care across virtual and in person settings. She emphasizes the importance of investing in both the workforce and…

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John Voight, Vice President and Chief Nursing Officer at Memorial Hermann The Woodlands Medical Center 20:40

3d ago20:40

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In this episode, John Voight, Vice President and Chief Nursing Officer at Memorial Hermann The Woodlands Medical Center, joins the podcast to discuss the growing impact of workplace violence in healthcare and the importance of improving access to mental health support for care teams. He shares how building and sustaining patient trust remains a lea…

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Colleen Mallozzi, Senior Vice President and Chief Nursing Informatics Officer at Jefferson Health 14:46

3d ago14:46

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In this episode, Colleen Mallozzi, Senior Vice President and Chief Nursing Informatics Officer at Jefferson Health, discusses how her team is using technology and process improvements to reduce documentation burden, give nurses more time at the bedside, and prepare for an innovative ambient listening rollout that transforms patient care.…

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Lisa Scardina, Chief Strategy Officer, Providence, Provider Solutions and Development 7:17

3d ago7:17

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This episode, recorded live at the Becker’s 13th Annual CEO + CFO Roundtable, features Lisa Scardina, Chief Strategy Officer, Providence, Provider Solutions and Development, as she shares how PS&D is expanding recruitment offerings to better meet physicians and hiring organizations where they are. She discusses lowering barriers to entry, leveragin…

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Dennis Disch, MD, MMM, FACC Vice President, Hospital-Based Specialties, Advocate Health 11:54

3d ago11:54

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This episode, recorded live at the Becker’s 13th Annual CEO + CFO Roundtable, features Dennis Disch, MD, MMM, FACC Vice President, Hospital-Based Specialties, Advocate Health, as he discusses fostering collaboration across hospital-based physician leaders and operational teams. He shares growth priorities including tackling ED boarding, improving e…

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Andrew Molosky, President and CEO of Chapters Health System 9:09

4d ago9:09

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In this episode, Andrew Molosky, President and CEO of Chapters Health System, shares insights on managing community-based healthcare amid an aging population, workforce challenges, and fixed resources. He discusses the principles guiding his leadership and the mission-driven focus on providing optimal patient care.…

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Building Integrated, Measurement Based Behavioral Health at Scale with Shannon Werb of Array Behavioral Care 22:14

4d ago22:14

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In this episode, Shannon Werb, CEO of Array Behavioral Care, discusses how an employed clinical workforce, interoperable technology, and evidence based care pathways are helping health systems deliver consistent, high quality behavioral health services. He shares lessons on integration, scalability, and why measurement based care is becoming an ope…

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David Goldberg, President & CEO of Mon Health System and Davis Health System and Executive Vice President at Vandalia Health 13:58

4d ago13:58

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In this episode, David Goldberg, President & CEO of Mon Health System and Davis Health System and Executive Vice President at Vandalia Health, shares how his organizations are keeping quality care at the forefront by expanding access to care close to home through telehealth. He discusses strengthening community health through partnerships, rural he…

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Van Ton-Quinlivan, CEO of Futuro Health 20:11

5d ago20:11

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In this episode, Van Ton-Quinlivan, CEO of Futuro Health, joins the podcast to discuss tackling healthcare workforce challenges through collaboration and intentional planning. She addresses common misconceptions around talent acquisition, highlights strategies for bringing untapped talent into the healthcare workforce, and shares real stories from …

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Rethinking Prior Authorization Through Technology and Alignment with Chris Gay of Evry Health 21:33

5d ago21:33

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In this episode, Chris Gay, CEO and Co-Founder of Evry Health, joins Jakob Emerson to discuss how technology, scale, and business model alignment can dramatically reduce prior authorization friction. He shares why Evry Health’s approach delivers faster decisions, lower denial rates, and a better patient and provider experience, and what the industr…

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The Empire Podcast Preview Of The Films Of 2026 1:36:41

5d ago1:36:41

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With the Empire Podcast team still in hibernation until the first show of 2026 (our live show at Kings Place, London, on Jan 9 — check kingsplace.co.uk for last-minute tickets), we're plugging the gap where the regular podcast would usually be with something a little different: a look ahead to the films of 2026, in which Chris Hewitt, Helen O'Hara,…

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Xiaofei Zhou, MD - Associate Program Director, Neurosurgery, Section Chief of Neurosurgery, Southwest General Hospital 16:41

5d ago16:41

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In this episode, Xiaofei Zhou, MD - Associate Program Director, Neurosurgery, Section Chief of Neurosurgery, Southwest General Hospital, Director of Endoscopic Spine Surgery, discusses how surgical innovation should be guided by patient outcomes and real data, not just flashy trends. They also explore the early role of AI in spine surgery, plus the…

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Shelly Schorer, FHFMA, MBA, California CFO at CommonSpirit Health 15:37

5d ago15:37

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In this episode, Shelly Schorer, FHFMA, MBA, California CFO at CommonSpirit Health, joins the podcast to discuss the close connection between high-quality care and strong financial performance. She shares how health systems are navigating economic pressures, shifting more care to the ambulatory setting, modernizing the revenue cycle, and adopting n…

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Nathaniel Beers, CEO of Blythedale Children’s Hospital 12:36

6d ago12:36

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In this episode, Nathaniel Beers, CEO of Blythedale Children’s Hospital, joins the podcast to discuss caring for children with complex disabilities and the importance of meeting patients where they are. He shares how partnerships with school systems help improve quality of life, why bringing patients home is a critical goal, and how healthcare team…

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PMQs #006 - The Quiet Leviathan — Inflation Is Breaking Everything 53:10

6d ago53:10

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Inflation is the thing breaking everything. Not just prices - but trust, politics, institutions and people's belief that the system even works for them anymore. There's no sudden collapse coming and no dramatic moment where it all falls apart. It is slower than that and we're living through it right now. In this episode of PMQs, I talk through how …

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Holly McCormack, Chief Executive Officer of Cottage Hospital 9:48

6d ago9:48

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In this episode, Holly McCormack, Chief Executive Officer of Cottage Hospital, discusses how a bold investment in the workforce helped stabilize staffing, reduce reliance on contract labor, and strengthen care delivery. She also shares her priorities for financial stewardship, rural access to care, and service line focus as the organization looks a…

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Michael Tracey - Episode #396 1:28:05

6d ago1:28:05

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Michael Malice (“YOUR WELCOME”) invites the man who has probably done one of the deepest dives on the Epstein Files, journalist Michael Tracey, onto the show to discuss how the Epstein story became a totem for political anxieties, the facts that have stayed true and the ones that continue to change, and what might be the cause for the DOJ’s extreme…

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Raymond Hino, CEO of Southern Coos Hospital & Health Center 22:57

6d ago22:57

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In this episode, Raymond Hino, CEO of Southern Coos Hospital & Health Center, shares strategies for expanding access to care, improving clinical services, and building a clinically integrated network of rural hospitals in Oregon. He also discusses initiatives like opening a new retail pharmacy, enhancing surgical capabilities, and supporting senior…

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Clay Ashdown, CFO at Intermountain Health 18:07

6d ago18:07

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In this episode, Clay Ashdown, CFO at Intermountain Health, joins the podcast to discuss navigating financial leadership during times of uncertainty. He shares how AI and emerging technologies are helping streamline processes—particularly within the revenue cycle—and reflects on how the CFO role has evolved to prioritize adaptability, innovation, a…

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Dan Hackner, MD, Chief Clinical and Academic Officer, Southcoast Health 22:23

7d ago22:23

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In this episode, Dan Hackner, MD, Chief Clinical and Academic Officer, Southcoast Health, joins the podcast to discuss the role of concurrent data in improving clinical decision-making. He addresses gaps in educating and supporting caregivers, how health systems can anticipate the future affordability of care, and why deeply understanding community…

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Advancing Shoulder and Elbow Care in 2026 with Dr. Aaron Chamberlain of Intermountain Health: Part 2 11:58

7d ago11:58

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In this episode, Dr. Aaron Chamberlain, orthopedic surgeon and Senior Medical Director for the Musculoskeletal Clinical Program at Intermountain Health, discusses the evolution of shoulder surgery and how the Intact subscapularis sparing technique is reshaping anatomic shoulder arthroplasty and patient recovery. This episode is sponsored by DePuy S…

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Robert Chestnut, SVP and CFO at LMH Health 13:33

7d ago13:33

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In this episode, Robert Chestnut, SVP and CFO at LMH Health, joins the podcast to discuss how health systems are preparing for market shifts heading into 2026. He shares perspectives on embracing change, addressing workforce skill shortages through internal training programs, and diversifying talent to build a more resilient and adaptable organizat…

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Dr. James McCarthy, Executive Vice President and Chief Physician Executive at Memorial Hermann Health System 13:41

7d ago13:41

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In this episode, Dr. James McCarthy, Executive Vice President and Chief Physician Executive at Memorial Hermann Health System, discusses initiatives to expand patient access, integrate physician practices, and improve value-based care. He also shares strategies for managing growth, enhancing employee health programs, and upgrading the system's aero…

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Laren Tan, MD, MBA, Chair of the Department of Medicine at Loma Linda University School of Medicine and COO of the Loma Linda University Faculty Medical Group 20:37

7d ago20:37

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In this episode, Laren Tan, MD, MBA, Chair of the Department of Medicine at Loma Linda University School of Medicine and COO of the Loma Linda University Faculty Medical Group, joins the podcast to discuss aligning the culture of medicine with evolving care models. He explores the importance of integrating AI literacy into medical education and how…

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#137 - Larry Sanger - Will AI Replace Wikipedia? 1:46:56

8d ago1:46:56

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In this conversation, Larry Sanger explains how Wikipedia's governance structure allowed anonymous editors, activist groups, PR firms, and institutional power to capture what became the world's default source of truth. This isn't a culture-war rant. It's a structural explanation of how neutrality failed and why reform may no longer be possible. We …

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Advancing Shoulder and Elbow Care in 2026 with Dr. Aaron Chamberlain of Intermountain Health: Part 1 11:43

8d ago11:43

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In this episode, Dr. Aaron Chamberlain, orthopedic surgeon and Senior Medical Director for the Musculoskeletal Clinical Program at Intermountain Health, discusses the evolution of shoulder and elbow surgery, the rapid shift to ASC settings, and how innovation and patient expectations are reshaping orthopedic care. This episode is sponsored by DePuy…