Best Laura Powell Podcasts (2026)

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Healthcare Upside / Down: Building Better Access to Cancer Care with Patient Centered Partnerships 30:38

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2h ago30:38

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In this episode, Dr. Brian Druker of the OHSU Knight Cancer Institute along with Elizabeth Liebow and Jim Donohue of ECG Management Consultants, discuss the rising demand for cancer care, the human experience of diagnosis, and the need for smarter collaborations between providers, payers, and policymakers to expand access, improve early detection, …

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Daniel Goldberg, SVP of Sales and Growth at United Musculoskeletal Partners 13:18

32m ago13:18

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In this episode, Daniel Goldberg, SVP of Sales and Growth at United Musculoskeletal Partners, shares how reducing friction across the patient journey and improving access can accelerate new patient growth. He also discusses the growing role of AI, market specific strategies, and measuring marketing ROI to support sustainable practice expansion.…

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Andrew Chang, Chief Marketing Officer at UChicago Medicine 18:34

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In this episode, Andrew Chang, Chief Marketing Officer at UChicago Medicine, shares how digital transformation, AI, and data driven marketing are reshaping the end to end patient experience. He discusses proving marketing ROI, building omnichannel access, and leading change through cross functional collaboration.…

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Nilesh Desai, MBA, BS, RPh, CPEL, CPPS, Chief Pharmacy Officer at Baptist Health System 15:42

2h ago15:42

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In this episode, Nilesh Desai, MBA, BS, RPh, CPEL, CPPS, Chief Pharmacy Officer at Baptist Health System, discusses how pharmacy is driving medication access, specialty and outpatient growth, and financial sustainability. He also shares how technology, interoperability, and responsible AI adoption are shaping pharmacy strategy amid staffing and dru…

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Kenneth Waller, Chief Executive Officer of Norwalk Community Health Center 13:30

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In this episode, Kenneth Waller, Chief Executive Officer of Norwalk Community Health Center, discusses advancing access to primary care for uninsured and underinsured populations through community partnerships and embedded services. He also shares how the organization is navigating reimbursement pressures, workforce challenges, and new care models …

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Trudy Sullivan Stoudamire, MBA Senior Vice President, Chief Marketing & Communications Officer, Duke University Health System 8:33

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This episode, recorded live at the Becker’s 13th Annual CEO + CFO Roundtable, features Trudy Sullivan Stoudamire, MBA Senior Vice President, Chief Marketing & Communications Officer, Duke University Health System, as she outlines Duke Health’s growth strategy centered on expanding access across North Carolina. She discusses aligning marketing and c…

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Rachel Bratescu, MD, Orthopaedic Surgeon and member of the GW Spine and Pain Center at George Washington University Hospital, 13:27

15h ago13:27

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In this episode, Rachel Bratescu, MD, Orthopaedic Surgeon and member of the GW Spine and Pain Center at George Washington University Hospital, discusses her goals for expanding endoscopic spine surgery and building a comprehensive, multidisciplinary spine center. She also shares perspectives on emerging spine technologies, mentorship, and navigatin…

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Dr. Peggy Duggan, Executive Vice President Chief Physician Executive Chief Medical Officer, Tampa General Hospital 23:03

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In this episode, Dr. Peggy Duggan, Executive Vice President Chief Physician Executive Chief Medical Officer, Tampa General Hospital, discusses how Tampa General is improving quality and patient safety through standardized care, data driven decision making, and team alignment. She also shares priorities for scaling hospital at home, expanding ambula…

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Julia Dellitt, Vice President, Marketing Communications, UnityPoint Health 4:25

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This episode, recorded live at the Becker’s 13th Annual CEO + CFO Roundtable, features Julia Dellitt, Vice President, Marketing Communications, UnityPoint Health, as she discusses her expanded role overseeing all marketing functions. She shares insights on driving mission-focused communications, engaging communities, and leading with purpose in a c…

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Joshua Weber, PharmD, MBA-HCM, CSP, BCMTMS, 340B ACE, Senior Director, St. Luke's Health System 12:59

2h ago12:59

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In this episode, Joshua Weber, PharmD, MBA-HCM, CSP, BCMTMS, 340B ACE, Senior Director, St. Luke's Health System, highlights the organization’s future-ready pharmacy transformation, including paperless workflows, AI-enabled prior authorizations, EHR-integrated benefits investigations, and expanded specialty drug access for 5,000 more patients.…

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Airica Powell-Steed, Ed.D, MBA, RN, CSSMBB, FACHE, FAAN, IASSC - Interim Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer, Loretto Hospital Network 17:25

2h ago17:25

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In this episode, Airica Powell-Steed, Ed.D, MBA, RN, CSSMBB, FACHE, FAAN, IASSC - Interim Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer, Loretto Hospital Network, shares hard-earned lessons leading safety net hospitals through financial distress and workforce exhaustion, emphasizing people-centered change management and community-driven tran…

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Interoperability at scale: The path to smarter, connected care 20:17

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This episode of the Becker’s Healthcare Podcast features Scott Sagehorn, Vice President and General Manager of the Smart Care Business Unit at Stryker Medical, discussing how interoperability at scale is enabling smarter, more connected care. He shares his perspective on the evolution of digital health problem-solving, the real-world impact of ambi…

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Dr. Prathibha Varkey, President of Mayo Clinic Health System 13:18

11m ago13:18

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In this episode, Dr. Prathibha Varkey, President of Mayo Clinic Health System, shares why culture and people are central to successful transformation and turnaround efforts. She discusses practical leadership behaviors, signs of cultural strain, and how intentional, patient centered alignment drives sustainable performance and resilience.…

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John Meier, CEO of Aurora Charter Oak Behavioral Health Hospital 15:36

12m ago15:36

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In this episode, John Meier, CEO of Aurora Charter Oak Behavioral Health Hospital, discusses his career path, key trends shaping behavioral health, and the impact of new California nursing staffing ratios. He also shares leadership lessons, optimism for expanded access to care, and what it takes to lead through rapid change.…

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Thomas Carey, PharmD, Senior Director, Pharmacy Services, UW Northern Illinois 17:36

14m ago17:36

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In this episode, Thomas Carey, PharmD, Senior Director, Pharmacy Services, UW Northern Illinois, shares how the organization elevated its Med to Bed discharge program using multidisciplinary coordination, driving a nearly 30% reduction in 30-day readmissions. He also discusses agility in 340B compliance, leveraging learners, and the future of pharm…

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Caswell Samms III, Executive Vice President and CFO of Nemours Children’s Health 13:51

13m ago13:51

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In this episode,Caswell Samms III, Executive Vice President and CFO of Nemours Children’s Health, discusses financial priorities for 2026, including purposeful growth, Medicaid reimbursement pressures, and strategic investments in maternal care and virtual health. He also shares how CFOs must lead with agility, clinical insight, and mission focus i…

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Navigating Payer Challenges and Out-of-Network Policies with Jakob Emerson 11:17

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In this episode, Jakob Emerson, Associate News Director at Becker’s Healthcare, breaks down the latest trends in the payer landscape, including pharmacy benefit management, health system cost pressures, and Anthem’s new 10% penalty on out-of-network claims. He also highlights the recent debate between Mark Cuban and PBM leaders on industry transpar…

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Scott Becker - The Biggest Issues Shaping U.S. Healthcare Heading Into 2026 16:31

18m ago16:31

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In this episode, Scott Becker outlines the eight biggest issues shaping U.S. healthcare as the industry heads into 2026, including physician shortages, rising costs, payer power, and more.By Becker's Healthcare

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Nabile M. Safdar, Chief AI Officer, Emory Healthcare 11:22

6h ago11:22

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This episode recorded live at the 10th Annual Health IT + Digital Health + RCM Annual Meeting features Nabile M. Safdar, Chief AI Officer, Emory Healthcare. He discusses how Emory is leveraging AI across clinical, operational, and patient-facing applications, and shares strategies for governance, adoption, and safely integrating advanced AI tools i…

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Postmortems and Fresh Starts w/Matt & Oren - Just Shoot It 509 1:14:19

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Matt and Oren are pulling together their year-end recap posts for social media. And they realize, “wow, there's a lot to reflect upon!” LA is definitely enjoying a resurgence, of sorts. And while more productions are shooting in LA, a lot has changed over the past few years. And everything isn’t rosy. So if you’re wondering what’s the right type of…

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Amy Lee, MJ, MBA, MBHA, FACMPE, President and COO of Nantucket Cottage Hospital/Mass General Brigham 11:25

30m ago11:25

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This episode, recorded live at the Becker’s 13th Annual CEO + CFO Roundtable, features Amy Lee, MJ, MBA, MBHA, FACMPE, President and COO of Nantucket Cottage Hospital/Mass General Brigham. She discusses the unique challenges of delivering care on an island, from workforce housing to telehealth partnerships, and how innovation and community support …

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Healthcare M&A, Market Shifts, and Policy Trends to Watch in 2026 with Alan Condon & Laura Dyrda 14:31

3d ago14:31

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In this episode, Alan Condon, Editor in Chief, and Laura Dyrda, Vice President and Editor in Chief at Becker's Healthcare, discuss major healthcare stories shaping 2026, including hospital mergers and acquisitions, competitive market dynamics, and policy developments impacting rural and independent hospitals.…

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James Heilsberg, CFO, Tri State Health 14:17

2d ago14:17

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This episode, recorded live at the Becker’s 13th Annual CEO + CFO Roundtable, features James Heilsberg, CFO, Tri State Health. He discusses how his organization is using AI, automation, and strategic growth to strengthen care delivery, support clinicians, and sustain financial health in a rural community setting. In collaboration with R1.…

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C.J. Marbley, Chief Nursing Officer at University Medical Center New Orleans and Chief Nursing Officer and Chief Operating Officer at New Orleans East Hospital within LCMC Health 23:50

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In this episode, C.J. Marbley, Chief Nursing Officer at University Medical Center New Orleans and Chief Nursing Officer and Chief Operating Officer at New Orleans East Hospital within LCMC Health, joins the podcast to reflect on how his organization responded to the New Year’s Eve terrorist attack at the start of 2025. He discusses efforts to expan…

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Dr. Wael Barsoum, Professor of Surgery at Cleveland Clinic Lerner College of Medicine and President and Chief Transformation Officer at HopCo 37:27

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In this episode, Dr. Wael Barsoum, Professor of Surgery at Cleveland Clinic Lerner College of Medicine and President and Chief Transformation Officer at HopCo, shares insights from his career leading Cleveland Clinic Florida and growing HopCo into the largest musculoskeletal specialty group in the U.S., offering lessons on strategic leadership, inn…

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David Dunkle, CEO, Johnson Memorial Health 15:52

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This episode, recorded live at the Becker’s 13th Annual CEO + CFO Roundtable, features David Dunkle, CEO, Johnson Memorial Health. He discusses the financial challenges facing community hospitals, the struggle for fair reimbursement, and how strong culture and patient focus help sustain independent organizations in a difficult healthcare landscape.…

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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

4d 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

4d 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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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

4d 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

6d 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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Jigar Thakkar, CEO of Longitude Rx 4:22

2d ago4:22

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This episode, recorded live at the Becker’s 13th Annual CEO + CFO Roundtable, features Jigar Thakkar, CEO of Longitude Rx, as he discusses reducing fragmentation in pharmacy care and addressing financial toxicity for patients. He shares insights on bringing specialty pharmacy services back into health systems through end to end technology, analytic…

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

6d 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

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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

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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

7d 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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2025 Year-End Director Panel - Just Shoot It 508 1:49:20

5d ago1:49:20

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The 2025 year-end Director's Panel is here! Each year, Matt and Oren have a little cocktail party with some of the past year's guests. It's a chance to reconnect and chat about what went well, what didn't, and what they're hopeful for in the coming year. Carlyn Hudson, Jamaal Parham, and Mercedes Bryce Morgan participate in this first-ever, on-came…

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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…