A Star Wars literary podcast that strives to deliver an educational and yet, entertaining analysis and outlook, pertaining to the new canonical novels/YA books from the galaxy far, far away. In other words, Becca and Mark are your guardians to the Whills and your librarians to the long-lost Jedi Archives.
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Idiot's Array is a Star Wars podcast hosted by Alan Zaugg, Mark Sutter, and Ryder Waldron. We bridge the Star Wars galaxy, from the movies to the comics, the novels to Star Wars Rebels and The Clone Wars. On Idiot's Array we discuss Star Wars in a fun and intelligent way. We'd be honored if you'd join us at the Sabacc table!
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Weekly medical discussions with Drs. Mark and Gawayne Vaughan of the Auburn Medical Group. This is the audio portion of a weekly YouTube livestream. Dr. Mark Vaughan is the Medical Director of the Auburn Medical Group. He also serves on the Board of Directors for Sutter Independent Physicians. Dr. Gawayne Vaughan is a staff physician at the Auburn Medical Group and serves as co-Medical Director for Service Excellence for Sutter Independent Physicians. Learn about the Auburn Medical Group at ...
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The Becker's Healthcare Podcast is devoted to the people who power U.S. healthcare. Four new 15-minute episodes are released daily containing industry news, analysis and thought leadership from powerful healthcare decision-makers.
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Dr. Mark Vaughan reviews COVID-19 (Coronavirus or SARS-CoV-2) pandemic news updates. Updates are based on daily news and scientific reports and are usually shorter than 5 minutes. Most of the information is gleaned from the Johns Hopkins Center for Health Security daily updates among other sources of health and medical news stories. Dr. Vaughan is the Medical Director of the Auburn Medical Group. He also serves on the Board of Directors for Sutter Independent Physicians. Learn about the Aubu ...
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Talkin' Isles is the official interview podcast of the New York Islanders. Join Radio Color Commentator Greg Picker and NewYorkIslanders.com Digital Director Cory Wright, as they welcome special guests, alumni, broadcasters and chat about all things involving the New York Islanders.
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Dr. Rubin Pillay, Chief Innovation Officer at UAB Health System
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22:31This episode features Dr. Rubin Pillay, Chief Innovation Officer at UAB Health System, discussing how UAB is driving transformation through AI, digital innovation, and workforce literacy. He shares insights on operational AI, hospital-at-home care, and why building strong data and innovation foundations is key to sustainable growth in healthcare.…
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Vinay Badhwar, MD, FACS, FACC, Executive Chair of the WVU Heart & Vascular Institute & Gordon F. Murray, Chair of the Department of Cardiovascular & Thoracic Surgery at West Virginia University School ...
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21:45This episode features Vinay Badhwar, MD, FACS, FACC, Executive Chair of the WVU Heart & Vascular Institute and Gordon F. Murray Professor and Chair of the Department of Cardiovascular & Thoracic Surgery at West Virginia University School of Medicine. Dr. Badhwar discusses the importance of a strong organizational structure, shares insights into the…
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Dr. Don Casey, Associate Professor of Internal Medicine at Rush Medical College
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23:19This episode features Dr. Don Casey, Associate Professor of Internal Medicine at Rush Medical College, sharing insights on how AI and machine learning are transforming clinical care, patient engagement, and health system operations. He discusses real-world use cases across specialties, regulatory trends, and why leaders must stay hands-on and infor…
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Building Always-On Healthcare with Lee Bienstock, CEO of DocGo
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13:42In this episode, Lee Bienstock, CEO of DocGo, discusses the organization’s vision to make healthcare always on and always available through mobile care, virtual services, and technology-driven efficiency. Lee also shares insights into DocGo’s recent acquisition of SteadyMD and how it strengthens their mission to deliver care anywhere, anytime.…
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Finding ROI in your AI Program: Rebalancing People and Technology in Healthcare
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16:23This episode features Tali Segev, Vice President of Customer Success at MyndYou. She discusses how healthcare organizations can move beyond the “bright shiny object” phase of AI to focus on measurable ROI, effective change management, and maintaining the human connection at the heart of patient care. This episode is sponsored by MyndYou.…
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Healthcare Upside / Down: From ASC to Office - Opportunities, Pressures and Risks
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30:25This episode recorded live at Becker’s 31st Annual The Business and Operations of ASCs features Kayla Schneeweiss-Keene, ASC Administrator, Mann Eye Institute, and Kevin Dowdy, Associate Principal, ECG. They explore the growth of office-based surgery suites, cost and efficiency differences with ASCs, and how physicians and payers are shaping the ne…
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Navigating the No Surprises Act and Strengthening Physician Practices with Dr. Thomas Shaffrey
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12:00This episode features Thomas A. Shaffrey, MD, Primary Care and Hospitalist at Steward Medical Group, sharing his insights on the No Surprises Act, the importance of strong contracting for practices, and the challenges facing U.S. hospitals and physicians. Dr. Shaffrey emphasizes the value of physician involvement in business and policy to ensure he…
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Jeff Sandene, EVP and CFO of Vandalia Health
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12:47On this episode, Jeff Sandene, EVP and CFO of Vandalia Health, joins the podcast to discuss the key trends he’s following in healthcare, his focus on AI innovation, and the organization’s strategic planning process. He also highlights Vandalia Health’s efforts toward mobile medicine expansion and how these initiatives are shaping the future of care…
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Todd Smith, MD, Chief Physician Executive at Sutter Medical Center
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17:53On this episode, Todd Smith, MD, Chief Physician Executive at Sutter Medical Center, joins the podcast to discuss ambulatory growth strategies and clinical standardization. He shares insights on improving access to care and the importance of effective orientation programs for staff to ensure high-quality patient experiences.…
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Chris Horvat, Senior Director of Clinical Informatics at UPMC
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6:14This episode recorded live at the 10th Annual Health IT + Digital Health + RCM Annual Meeting features Chris Horvat, Senior Director of Clinical Informatics at UPMC, discussing the leveraging of generative AI and machine learning in healthcare. He also offers advice for emerging leaders on navigating the evolving digital health landscape.…
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The Future of Energy Infrastructure in Healthcare: Turning Capital Constraints into Opportunity
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18:23This episode features Frank Ferramosca, Executive Vice President at ENFRA, and Steve Scannell, Chief Investment Officer at Baptist Health. They share how Baptist Health leveraged an Energy-as-a-Service partnership to unlock significant operational savings, preserve capital, and drive long-term sustainability through smarter infrastructure investmen…
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Mark Grippi, AmeriHealth Caritas Ohio Market President
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17:41On this episode, Mark Grippi, AmeriHealth Caritas Ohio Market President joins the podcast to discuss opening dialogue with members to improve care, the role of health risk assessments, and overcoming digital fatigue in healthcare.By Becker's Healthcare
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Robert Trager, Owner of Dentists for Airport Employees
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15:20This episode features Robert Trager, Owner of Dentists for Airport Employees, as he discusses the rising costs of running a private practice and the challenges posed by insurance in today’s dental landscape. He also shares his excitement about the role of AI in dentistry and how it’s shaping the future of patient care.…
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Todd Currier, CASC, CPA, FACMPE, CEO/Administrator at Bend Surgery Center
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6:31This episode recorded live at Becker’s 31st Annual The Business and Operations of ASCs features Todd Currier, CASC, CPA, FACMPE, CEO/Administrator at Bend Surgery Center. He discusses the rapid evolution of the ASC industry, the impact of AI and robotics on operations, and the importance of leadership engagement and advocacy to sustain growth and q…
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Dr. Richard Celko, Chief Dental Officer at UPMC Health Plan
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20:21This episode features Dr. Richard Celko, Chief Dental Officer at UPMC Health Plan who discusses challenges with access to dental care in rural areas, strategies for addressing community needs, and insights on current events shaping the dental industry.By Becker's Healthcare
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How EmblemHealth is Fighting Food Insecurity and Advancing Community Health
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21:14This episode features Heather Tamborino, CFO at EmblemHealth, who discusses the company’s $2 million investment in food security across New York City. She shares how EmblemHealth’s neighborhood care centers are addressing food insecurity, connecting social and medical care, and redefining health equity as both a mission and a strategic imperative.…
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Expanding Access to Affordable Dental Care with Cigna Healthcare and Paytient
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14:58This episode features Dave Raccagni, Vice President of Innovation, Market Insights, and Communications at Cigna Healthcare. He discusses Cigna’s partnership with Paytient to expand flexible, no-interest dental payment options for 13 million members, how the program improves preventive and critical care access, and its potential to drive long-term h…
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Molly Gamble on How Health System Leaders Are Navigating Regionalization, Closures, and Access Challenges
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5:52In this episode, Molly Gamble, Vice President of Editorial at Becker’s Healthcare, shares insights from recent conversations with health system CEOs. She discusses why regionalization remains difficult in practice, how hospital and service line closures are being reframed, and why access to care continues to be a top concern as organizations plan f…
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Shelby Brown, Chief Administrative Officer of Southwest Arkansas Regional Medical Center
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20:00On this episode, Shelby Brown, Chief Administrative Officer of Southwest Arkansas Regional Medical Center, joins the podcast to discuss strategic planning for rural hospitals and the unique operations of a critical access hospital. She shares updates on the current status of rural healthcare facilities and the challenges and opportunities they face…
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Carrie Marut, Administrator, Mentor Surgery Center
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5:52This episode recorded live at Becker’s 31st Annual The Business and Operations of ASCs features Carrie Marut, Administrator, Mentor Surgery Center. She shares insights on patient-driven ASC growth, the benefits of EHR adoption, and the importance of collaboration with hospitals and vendors to improve efficiency and patient experience.…
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Inside Clever Care Health Plan’s Growth: Blending Cultures, Community, and Value-Based Care
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9:42This episode features Richard Greene, President of Clever Care Health Plan, discussing how the organization is growing through a unique model that combines Eastern and Western medicine, invests in culturally tailored community centers, and builds sustainable relationships with providers and members across California.…
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Richard Clarke, Chief Data and Analytics Officer and Board Member at Highmark Health
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18:08On this episode, Richard Clarke, Chief Data and Analytics Officer and Board Member at Highmark Health, joins the podcast to discuss creating meaningful innovation and impact through AI. He dives into the concept of agentic AI and how it’s shaping the future of healthcare delivery. Richard also offers advice for emerging leaders on building resilien…
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Susan Ibanez, CIO of Southeast Georgia Health System
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7:53This episode recorded live at the 10th Annual Health IT + Digital Health + RCM Annual Meeting features Susan Ibanez, CIO of Southeast Georgia Health System, who discusses the importance of patient engagement and strengthening patient-provider relationships. She shares how technology and digital transformation are improving patient care and enhancin…
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Reimagining Safety in Healthcare, and How Organizations Can Pivot From an Enforcement to Support Mindset
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20:51This episode features Don Campbell, Senior Director of Product Management at HID Global. He discusses how hospitals can shift from an enforcement mindset to a supportive, human-centered approach to safety, emphasizing collaboration, communication, and thoughtful visitor management to create secure yet welcoming environments for staff and patients. …
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Healthcare organizations are increasingly channeling significant investment into the cloud as they look to reduce—and in some cases eliminate—the need for on-premises data centers. While PACS remains the largest imaging system, many other solutions such as VNA, Workflow, Image Sharing/Exchange, Reporting, and AI are also well positioned for migrati…
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Bob Berbeco, Chief Information Officer at Mahaska Health
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21:18On this episode, Bob Berbeco, Chief Information Officer at Mahaska Health, joins the podcast to discuss how technology is enabling closer connections between patients and providers. He explores breakthroughs in AI, including AI scribes, operational efficiencies, and innovations improving care access and patient experience. Bob also shares insights …
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Regional Insurers Struggle and the Rise of Trump RX with Jakob Emerson
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10:11In this episode, Jakob Emerson, Associate News Director at Becker’s Healthcare, discusses the financial struggles facing regional nonprofit insurers, the growing dominance of national payers, and the Trump RX initiative aimed at lowering prescription drug and fertility treatment costs.By Becker's Healthcare
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408: In Review: Star Wars: The Last Order and The Hunt for Ben Solo
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59:08In this episode of Tarkin's Top Shelf, the hosts kick things off with news about Adam Driver, who played Kylo Ren and Ben Solo in the Sequel trilogy. They talk about his recent movie idea, The Hunt for Ben Solo, which he pitched to Lucasfilm and Disney. After that, Mark and Becca review Star Wars: The Last Order, a young adult novel by Kwame Mbalia…
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Partnering locally, scaling financial insight: Finance modernization in senior living
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11:24In this podcast, Natalie Ostas, Associate VP of Finance and Controller at Covenant Living Communities shares how next gen ERP is supporting a finance transformation that helps the organization empower community operators, drive efficiency and savings across the business, and power continued growth. Hear how modern technology including agentic AI ca…
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Retrofit for Every Moment: Powering Reliable Care
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10:58In this episode, Braheem Santos, US Segment Leader for Healthcare at Schneider Electric, and Andrew Carréno, Business Development Manager for Healthcare at ASCO, discusses how hospitals can retrofit existing facilities to enhance power resilience, reduce downtime, and improve patient care through collaboration and intelligent infrastructure. Learn …
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B. Marie Ward, MD, MPH, FACS, Director of Breast Surgery in the Department of Surgery at NYC Health + Hospitals/Jacobi
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16:08On this episode, B. Marie Ward, MD, MPH, FACS, Director of Breast Surgery in the Department of Surgery at NYC Health + Hospitals/Jacobi, joins the podcast to discuss breakthroughs in breast cancer research and awareness, including decreasing mortality rates and improving treatment options. She also highlights the importance of health equity and emp…
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Transforming Healthcare Hiring with AI featuring Dr. Iman Abuzeid
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9:46By Becker's Healthcare
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Scott Becker - 20 Different Healthcare Issues Shaping the Industry Today 10-22-25
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12:55In this episode, Scott Becker outlines 20 major challenges facing the healthcare industry today, including workforce shortages, payer dominance, flawed payment models, and more.By Becker's Healthcare
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Unlocking ROI in Healthcare Operations and the Role of Expenses vs. Investments
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10:09In this episode, Ryan Spalding, Consulting Partner at Era Group, joins the podcast to share how hospitals and health systems can uncover savings in non-labor expenses through forensic cost reviews, smarter vendor negotiations, and a strategic approach to cost optimization that supports reinvestment in patient care. Learn more here. https://usc.erag…
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James Solava, Medical Director of Clinical Informatics at Allegany Health Network
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9:29This episode recorded live at the 10th Annual Health IT + Digital Health + RCM Annual Meeting features James Solava, Medical Director of Clinical Informatics at Allegany Health Network, who discusses the transformative role of AI in healthcare. He shares how AI scribes and chatbots have become game changers for day-to-day clinical operations, impro…
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Scott Becker - 7 Stories Highlighting Health System Financial Challenges
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2:14In this episode, Scott Becker breaks down seven key stories that illustrate the growing financial and operational pressures facing hospitals and health systems today.By Becker's Healthcare
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ICU to Long-Term Acute Care Hospital (LTACH), Strategies for Smarter Care Transitions
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16:26In this episode, Mike Fancher, Division Vice President for Kindred Hospitals Coastal Region, shares strategies for improving ICU to long-term acute care transitions, addressing compounding capacity challenges, and emphasizing proactive processes, transparency, and stronger collaboration among hospitals, LTACs, and payers to boost efficiency and out…
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Advancing Cardiac Care Pathways with Innovation and Collaboration
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21:14In this episode, Nick Wilson of Philips Ambulatory Monitoring and Diagnostics and Darren Batara of a leading academic medical center share how health systems can elevate cardiac care through interoperability, operational AI, and strong clinical partnerships that keep patients and clinicians at the center of innovation. This episode is sponsored by …
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Teresa Ash, Director of System Operations for Digital Health at UC Health
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14:34This episode features Teresa Ash, Director of System Operations for Digital Health at UC Health, who shares how her team is using AI to improve patient flow and operational efficiency while balancing innovation with governance, strategy, and process improvement across the health system.By Becker's Healthcare
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Reviving Community Hospitals and Rethinking Healthcare M&A with Radha Savitala
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17:59This episode features Radha Savitala, CEO of Tenor Health Foundation, who shares how her organization is reopening closed hospitals and redefining sustainable, community-focused healthcare. She discusses the challenges facing hospital M&A, lessons from Pennsylvania’s distressed markets, and Tenor’s mission to preserve vital local care.…
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Advancing Multi-Cancer Early Detection with David Harding of Exact Sciences
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18:06In this episode, David Harding, Senior Vice President of Pipeline Product Management at Exact Sciences, discusses a new survey of healthcare executives on multi-cancer early detection. He shares insights on system readiness, patient demand, and the barriers health systems face in adopting this transformative approach to cancer screening. This episo…
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Building Trust in Clinical AI with Yaw Fellin of Wolters Kluwer Health
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20:40In this episode, Yaw Fellin, Senior Vice President and General Manager, Clinical Decision Support and Provider Solutions, Wolters Kluwer Health discusses how clinical intelligence and AI are transforming care delivery, the importance of transparency, expert oversight, and governance in trustworthy AI adoption, and how organizations can experiment r…
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Simplifying IT Strategy and Strengthening Cybersecurity with Jim Jacobs of MediQuant
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10:11In this episode, Jim Jacobs, President and CEO of MediQuant, joins the podcast to discuss how hospitals can streamline their IT environments through application rationalization. He explains how this approach reduces cyber risk, cuts costs, and supports smarter decision-making, while sharing insights on managing cultural change and adopting a respon…
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Deepan Kamaraj, Director, Analytics & Informatics, UPMC Enterprises
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8:28This episode recorded live at the 10th Annual Health IT + Digital Health + RCM Annual Meeting features Deepan Kamaraj, Director, Analytics & Informatics, UPMC Enterprises. Kamaraj shares how UPMC is testing and deploying AI responsibly through data governance, closed-container evaluations, and cross-functional collaboration, while offering guidance…
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How Blue Cross NC Is Scaling Food as Medicine to Improve Health and Lower Costs
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12:45This episode features Colleen Briggs, President of the Blue Cross NC Foundation and Vice President of Corporate Responsibility at Blue Cross NC. She discusses the Feed Your Health initiative, how food-based interventions are improving outcomes for members with diabetes, and what it takes to move these programs from pilot to sustainable, systemwide …
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It's Halloween-time in the galaxy and on Episode 255 we are covering some Halloweeen topics! -Which character would give out which type of candy for Halloween? -What are the best in-universe costumes/disguises? -Which character would we like to dress up as for Halloween? We start the show by talking about the new series Alan is going to watch and r…
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407: Rotta the Hutt and 'Revenge of the Sith' 20th Anniversary Deluxe Edition
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53:48Join Tarkin's Top Shelf as they dive into the Star Wars: Revenge of the Sith 20th Anniversary Deluxe Edition novel. In this episode, your hosts present the commemorative collector's piece and, before that, Mark and Becca break down the latest news, including Rotta the Hutt in The Mandalorian and the Grogu movie. Help us spread the word about the sh…
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