Becker’s Healthcare - Clinical Leadership Podcast

Lee Montgomery, Chief Nursing Officer at UC Davis Rehabilitation Hospital joins the podcast to discuss his background, most successful project or initiative from the last year, how he sees the clinical workforce evolving, best advice for aspiring physician and nurse leaders, and more!

Tyler Hill, Chief Medical Officer at Sierra Nevada Memorial Hospital joins the podcast to discuss his background, top priorities right now, how his organization will evolve over the next couple years, and one change that he or his team has made that yielded great results.

Peta-Ann Anderson, CNO at Jackson Health joins the podcast to discuss her background, top priorities right now, how her organization will evolve over the next couple years, and one change that she or her team has made that yielded great results.

Manan Kakkar, Executive Director of IS Business Management at Providence joins the podcast to discuss his background, cybersecurity program at Providence, assembling robust cyber security teams, and more!

Bill Gassen, President and CEO at Sanford Health joins the podcast to discuss his background, top priorities right now, how his organization will evolve over the next couple years, and one change that he or his team has made that yielded great results.

Michael Weiner, Chief Medical Officer at MSU Health Care joins the podcast to discuss his background, his focus on quality care & patient experience, how his organization will evolve over the next couple years, and one change that he or his team has made that yielded great results.

Michael Mercurio, Vice President of Physician Billing Services & Co-Founder at CodaMetrix, Mass General Brigham joins the podcast to discuss his experience co-founding a company, opportunities & headwinds he is keeping an eye on in his role, the importance for healthcare organizations to leverage technology wherever they can, and more.

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This episode features Armando Llechu, Chief Officer of Hospital Operations and Women and Children’s Services at Lee Health. Here, he joins the podcast to discuss his background, top priorities right now, how his organization will evolve over the next couple years, and one change that he or his team has made that yielded great results.

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Christopher Ault, Chief Revenue Officer at Cooper University Hospital joins the podcast to discuss his background, opportunities and headwinds he's keeping his eye on, how he's thinking about growth and adding value to his organization, a risk or investment worth making this year, and where he sees the best opportunities for growth in the future.

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Marty Bonick, President & CEO of Ardent Health Services joins the podcast to discuss key insights into Ardent Health Services, the biggest headwinds he’s currently keeping an eye on in his role, the value of disruptors increasing competition in healthcare, and more.

Bob Sarkar, President & CEO, Arkansas Health Network, joins the podcast to discuss his background, the process of Arkansas Health Network receiving URAC accreditation, how his team will continue to build on this success in the future, and where he sees the best opportunities to provide patient care over the next two to three years.

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This episode features Dr. Scott Soefje, Director of Pharmacy Cancer Care at Mayo Clinic. Here, he discusses his background, excitement surrounding AI in pharmacy, trends he is keeping his eye on, the shortage of certain oncological drugs, and much more.

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Aaron Neinstein, Chief Medical Officer at Notable, Vice President of Digital Health for UCSF Health and Associate Professor in the UCSF Division of Endocrinology joins the podcast to discuss his background, opportunities & headwinds in digital transformation & healthcare overall that he’s keeping an eye on, and more.

This episode features Darmita G. Wilson, Vice President of Northern Light Medical Groups of Maine, Northern Light Health. Here, she discusses her background, her organization’s focus on population health management, the importance for healthcare leaders to have a firm grasp on technology, and more.

Welcome to the Becker's Healthcare podcast, where Molly Gamble, Vice President of Editorial, engages in a thought-provoking discussion with Dr. Esmaeil Porsa, President and CEO of Harris Health System. As the primary healthcare safety net system of Harris County, Dr. Porsa sheds light on the essential role of Harris Health and its commitment to serving the uninsured and underinsured population. He emphasizes the significance of public health systems, their economic impact, and their role in training future healthcare professionals. The conversation delves into the challenges faced by Harris Health and the importance of health equity and population health. Dr. Porsa shares his experiences and insights, highlighting the need for clarity, focus, and partnerships to address social determinants of health and achieve equitable health outcomes. Join us for this enlightening episode as we explore the critical work of Harris Health and the pursuit of health equity.

In this episode, Dr. Jennifer Schneider, Co-Founder & Chief Executive Officer at Homeward, discusses her background, what Homeward’s goals and values are, who they are partnering with to achieve those goals, the most important thing healthcare executives should do now to make sure their organizations are successful in the future, and more.

Dr. Hyun Bae, Medical Director of the Spine Institute at Center for Spinal Restoration joins the podcast to discuss his background, big headwinds he's planning for this year, how spine and orthopedics will evolve in the next few years, and where he sees the best opportunities for growth.

In this episode, we are joined by Paul Hiltz, President & CEO at NCH Healthcare System to discuss NCH becoming an “advanced community healthcare system”, how the system is working on physician integration & wellness in order to combat provider shortages, strategic initiatives the system has in place moving forward in the second half of 2023, and much more.

Richard A. Huot, DDS, Chief Executive Officer at Beachside Dental Consultants joins the podcast to discuss his background, biggest issues he's following in dental, current nerves and excitements, and what the most effective healthcare leaders need to be successful in the next 2-3 years.

In this episode, Cheng-Kai Kao, Chief Clinical Informatics Innovation Officer at UChicago Medicine discusses his background, how Covid accelerated the growth of telehealth & informatics, the benefits of hospital-at-home, and more.Want to network with peers and hear more conversations like this? Apply to be one of our complimentary guest reviewers at our upcoming HIT + Digital Health + RCM Meeting Oct, 3-6 2023 here.

In this episode of the Becker's Healthcare podcast, host Molly Gamble engages in a captivating conversation with Michael Lauf, President & CEO of Cape Cod Healthcare. With over a decade of leadership experience in this distinct market, Michael provides insights into the patient demographics and seasonal volume patterns observed within the health system. He explores how the tourism aspect of Cape Cod influences population health and social determinants, and discusses the impact of the market on physician recruitment and retention, as well as turnover and staffing within the organization. Join Molly and Michael as they also delve into Massachusetts' consistent ranking as one of the healthiest states in the nation, uncovering factors that contribute to its success and exploring scalable approaches that can be replicated elsewhere. Finally, they address the influence of newer healthcare delivery entrants on strategy, volumes, and patient expectations in Cape Cod. Don't miss out on this informative and thought-provoking episode.

In this episode, Dr. Nadim Ilbawi, Physician Director of Innovation and Care Models at NorthShore Edward-Elmhurst Hospital discusses his background and how he got his start in medicine, opportunities and headwinds he is keeping his eye on, his focus on joy of practice and top of license work, and more.Want to network with peers and hear more conversations like this? Apply to be one of our complimentary guest reviewers at our upcoming HIT + Digital Health + RCM Meeting Oct, 3-6 2023 here.

Dr. Jason P. Stopyra, Regional Medical Director - Safety and Security at Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist joins the podcast to discuss his background in emergency medicine & what led him to his current role, his organization’s approach to workplace safety, why safety is an investment worth making, and more.Want to network with peers and hear more conversations like this? Apply to be one of our complimentary guest reviewers at our upcoming HIT + Digital Health + RCM Meeting Oct, 3-6 2023 here.

Dr. Matthew Sullivan, Chief Medical Information Officer at Advocate Health - Southeast Region, joins the podcast to discuss his background, what recent innovations in technology he’s excited about currently, how he’s looking at adding growth and value to his organization, and more.

Welcome to the Becker's Healthcare podcast, where host Molly Gamble, Vice President of Editorial, engages in an insightful conversation with Dr. William Morice, President of the Mayo Clinic Laboratories. With over two decades of experience at Mayo Clinic, Dr. Morice shares his perspectives on the evolving role of laboratories, especially in the context of the COVID-19 pandemic. They discuss the lasting effects of increased reliance on labs, greater awareness of pathology as a specialty, and societal expectations for improved accessibility of testing. Dr. Morice highlights Mayo Clinic's clinical and lab capabilities, emphasizing the institution's rich history in diagnostics and lab medicine. They also explore the concern of overutilization of diagnostics, the emerging era of data integration for enhanced patient care, and the challenges in policy affecting lab reimbursement. Don't miss this engaging episode filled with valuable insights from a leader in the field, as Dr. Morice shares advice for colleagues and highlights the importance of following curiosity and passion in one's professional journey.

This episode features Dr. Robert Bart, Chief Medical Information Officer at University of Pittsburgh Medical Center. Here, he discusses his background and what led him into health IT, what technologies he is currently excited about, how he is leveraging artificial intelligence at UPMC, and more.Want to network with peers and hear more conversations like this? Apply to be one of our complimentary guest reviewers at our upcoming HIT + Digital Health + RCM Meeting Oct, 3-6 2023 here.

This episode features Nicholas Stefanizzi, CEO of Northwell Direct. Here, he discusses his career journey, trends he is currently watching, and more.

Tune in to the Becker's Healthcare podcast as host Molly Gamble engages in an enlightening conversation with Dr. David Callender, President and CEO of Memorial Hermann. With a comprehensive healthcare system comprising 17 hospitals, over 250 sites of care, and thousands of employees and affiliated physicians, Dr. Callender brings valuable insights to the discussion on "value" in healthcare. They explore the shift in focus from value to prices and costs, defining value and identifying the stakeholders who benefit from it the most. Delving into what value does not entail, they also examine the challenge of assessing value in a unified way. The conversation continues as they discuss the distinction between high-value and low-value providers and the alignment of perspectives between healthcare leaders and payers. Don't miss this thought-provoking episode that sheds light on the concept of value in healthcare and its implications for stakeholders.

This episode features Nicholas Stefanizzi, CEO of Northwell Direct. Here, he discusses his career journey, trends he is currently watching, and more.

This episode features Davin Lundquist, MD and Family Physician at CommonSpirit Health & Chief Medical Officer at Augmedix, joins the podcast to discuss his background, how he is currently leveraging technology to address headwinds he is facing, where he sees the best opportunities for growth in the future, and more.Want to network with peers and hear more conversations like this? Apply to be one of our complimentary guest reviewers at our upcoming HIT + Digital Health + RCM Meeting Oct, 3-6 2023 here.

This episode features Kevin Bidtah, Chief Information Officer at Evergreen Health. Here, he discusses his background & experience building his team, his focus on optimization of existing systems & building strong workplace culture, what investments or risks he thinks are worth making this year, and more.Want to network with peers and hear more conversations like this? Apply to be one of our complimentary guest reviewers at our upcoming HIT + Digital Health + RCM Meeting Oct, 3-6 2023 here.

Eric Smith, Senior Vice President and Chief Digital Officer for Memorial Hermann Health System joins the podcast again to discuss his background, how his EHR has evolved in the last 2 years, Memorial Hermann's digital platform, and even more!Want to network with peers and hear more conversations like this? Apply to be one of our complimentary guest reviewers at our upcoming HIT + Digital Health + RCM Meeting Oct, 3-6 2023 here.

In this episode, Dr. Daniel Durand, Chief Clinical Officer at LifeBridge Health, discusses his background & what led him to his current role at LifeBridge, his focus on value-based care, what the most effective healthcare leaders need to be successful in the next 2-3 years, and more.

David Thoni, Chief Growth Officer at Independence Dental joins the podcast to discuss his background, traits successful DSOs share, what the most effective healthcare leaders need to be successful in the next 2-3 years, and more.

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Dr. Tommy Ibrahim, Network President & CEO, Bassett Healthcare Network, joins the podcast to discuss his background, big challenges in rural healthcare today, how his strategy for recruiting and retaining great talent has changed during the pandemic, what is different about value-based care for rural facilities, and much more!

In this podcast, Jeannell Mansur, R.Ph., Pharm.D., FASHP, FSMSO, CJCP, Principal Consultant for Medication Management and Safety with Joint Commission Resources will discuss the scope and significant changes to the revised USP Chapter <797> and how it relates to the go-live for USP Chapter <800>. Dr. Mansur will also provide recommendations for how hospitals can assess their compliance with these new requirements, as well as how the Joint Commission survey process will address these new requirements.This episode is sponsored by Joint Commission Resources.

This episode features Marc Sakwa, MD, Chief of CT Surgery, MemorialCare, Chief, CV Surgery, MemorialCare Heart & Vascular Institute; Medical Director, Adult CV Surgery, MHVI at Long Beach Medical Center. Here, he discusses his background, top 3 biggest issues in cardiology today, how he sees heart care evolving over the next 18 months, and more.

Dr. Robert Pearl, Stanford University Professor, Forbes Contributor, Bestselling Author and Former CEO of The Permanente Medical Group joins the podcast to discuss the major increase of consolidation, private equity and the monopolization of healthcare.

This episode features Nicholas Stefanizzi, CEO of Northwell Direct. Here, he discusses his background & what Northwell Direct specializes in, the top trends in healthcare he’s keeping an eye on, how he aligns his strategy with different employers, and much more.

Brian Shea, Chief Information Officer at MedOne Healthcare Partners joins the podcast to discuss his background, his focus on leveraging AI operationally, how he is thinking about growth & adding value to his organization, and more.Want to network with peers and hear more conversations like this? Apply to be one of our complimentary guest reviewers at our upcoming HIT + Digital Health + RCM Meeting Oct, 3-6 2023 here.

Ashley Toney, Director, Revenue Cycle and Chief Compliance and Privacy Officer at St. Luke’s Hospital, Atrium Health joins the podcast to discuss her background & journey into healthcare, opportunities & headwinds she’s keeping an eye on in the revenue cycle space, how important it is for health organizations to stand out, and more.Want to network with peers and hear more conversations like this? Apply to be one of our complimentary guest reviewers at our upcoming HIT + Digital Health + RCM Meeting Oct, 3-6 2023 here.

James Lindgren, Executive Director of Revenue Cycle Systems Optimization at University of Miami Health joins the podcast to discuss his background, the importance for health organizations to put the patient first, opportunities & headwinds he’s currently keeping his eye on, and much more.Want to network with peers and hear more conversations like this? Apply to be one of our complimentary guest reviewers at our upcoming HIT + Digital Health + RCM Meeting Oct, 3-6 2023 here.

In this episode, Vimal Bhatnagar, Chief Operating Officer at Empire Dental Arts, discusses his background, the top issues he’s following in dental, the importance of educating both providers and patients in dentistry, and more.

John Gaede, Director of Information Services at Sky Lakes Medical Center joins the podcast to discuss his background & what led him to working in IT, a ransomware attack that happened to Sky Lake’s and the steps they've taken to prevent more in the future, opportunities & headwinds he’s keeping his eye on, and more.Want to network with peers and hear more conversations like this? Apply to be one of our complimentary guest reviewers at our upcoming HIT + Digital Health + RCM Meeting Oct, 3-6 2023 here.