Becker’s Healthcare Digital Health + Health IT

In this episode, Ryan Cameron, Chief Information and Innovation Officer at Children’s Nebraska, discusses how AI driven tools, digital therapeutics, and virtual care are expanding access, improving Medicaid navigation, and shaping the future of pediatric care across urban and rural communities.

In this episode, Darrell Bodnar, Chief Information Officer of North Country Healthcare, discusses leading technology strategy across three independent critical access hospitals amid regulatory uncertainty and payer shifts. He shares how responsible AI adoption, from ambient documentation to workflow automation, is improving provider satisfaction while helping rural systems plan for an unpredictable future.

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 ambient intelligence and automation, and what it takes to build interoperable ecosystems that reduce complexity, help enhance safety and support data-driven decision-making across health systems.This episode is sponsored by Stryker.

In this episode, Simon Nazarian, Executive Vice President and Chief Digital and Technology Officer at City of Hope, joins the podcast to discuss how technology is reshaping patient outcomes and expanding access to care. He shares why health systems can’t afford to stand still as AI drives new efficiencies, and where he sees the greatest opportunities for growth as digital transformation accelerates across healthcare.

In this episode, Ratnakar Lavu, Chief Digital Information Officer at Elevance Health, discusses how AI is driving simpler, more personalized member experiences, streamlining provider workflows, and improving internal productivity, while emphasizing responsible AI governance and measurable impact across the healthcare ecosystem.

In this episode, Harminder (Mindy) Grewal, MD, MBBS, DGO, DiplABOIM, FAAFP, Chair of the Department of Family Medicine at the Wright State University Boonshoft School of Medicine and Whole Health Clinical Lead at the Dayton VA Medical Center, shares how AI is streamlining efficiency and transforming clinical workflows. She discusses promising partnerships shaping the future of care, the importance of serving underserved and rural communities, and the initiatives driving sustainable growth in primary care and whole-health models.

In this podcast, Neurosurgeon Dr. Farzad Massoudi and Steer Health CEO Sridhar Yerramreddy reveal how AI-enabled automation is the only sustainable lever to combat rising costs and flat reimbursements facing ASCs. Discover strategies to stop margin erosion: eliminate cancellations, ensure financial clearance, and utilize smart backfill to achieve 100% OR utilization in 2026.This episode is sponsored by Steer Health.

In this episode, Joshua Wilda, MPA, Associate Vice President for Information Systems and Chief Information Digital Officer at University of Iowa Health Care, discusses his vision for advancing patient experience, strengthening cybersecurity, expanding telehealth, and building collaborative technology partnerships across Iowa.

On this episode, Ryan Ribeira, MD, MPH, Medical Director and Clinical Assistant Professor at Stanford Health Care, joins the podcast to discuss how health systems can address capacity challenges by expanding functional capacity and leveraging virtual visits to improve efficiency. He shares the investments he believes are most valuable for the future, and explores how predictive analytics and hospital-at-home programs are reshaping care delivery.

Steven Ramirez, Chief Information Security Officer at Renown Health, shares insights on improving the end-user experience through continuous adjustments and support. He emphasizes the importance of clearly articulating risk to drive strategic investments and ensuring those investments deliver value. Ramirez also discusses his proactive approach to setting himself up for long-term success in the evolving healthcare landscape.

In this episode, Rachel Feinman of Tampa General Hospital Ventures, discusses navigating regulatory uncertainty, scaling technology driven innovation, and leveraging AI and brand strength to drive system growth and enhance patient care.

In this episode, Kerri Webster, Vice President and Chief Analytics Officer at Children's Hospital Colorado, discusses how her team is leveraging data, predictive analytics, and AI to enhance patient care. She shares key milestones, future growth opportunities, and the importance of data literacy in shaping the future of pediatric healthcare.

On this episode, Sha Edathumparampil, Chief Digital and Information Officer at Baptist Health South Florida, joins the podcast to discuss rising concerns around the cost of care and how health systems can expand access while improving the patient experience. He also highlights the role of digital strategy in enabling personalized medicine and delivering more tailored, effective care at scale.

In this episode, Sarah Galyon, Senior Director of Healthcare Solutions at Intellistack, discusses how health systems can unlock efficiency by combining people, process, and technology. She shares real-world examples of using AI and digital tools to streamline workflows, improve patient throughput, and create lasting operational impact.This episode is sponsored by Intellistack.

On this episode, Joey Seliski, Director of Digital Health Strategy and Operations at Allegheny Health Network, joins the podcast to discuss workplace shortages and burnout, growth and adding value through digital initiatives, and preparing for rapid change in healthcare technology.

In this episode, Matthew Harinstein, MD, MBA, VP and Associate CMO at Northwell, discusses how AI tools, system integration, and strong organizational culture are improving clinical workflows, expanding access, and enhancing patient care across the growing Northwell Health network.

This episode recorded live at the 10th Annual Health IT + Digital Health + RCM Annual Meeting features John Gachago, Vice President, Digital Innovation, Parrish Healthcare. He discusses responsible AI governance, digital transformation for rural and underserved populations, and the importance of balancing innovation with patient centered value and trust.

In this episode, Brenna T. Loufek, Director of AI Regulatory and Quality at Mayo Clinic, discusses how the organization safely translates AI innovations into clinical practice. She explains governance frameworks, ethical considerations, and strategies for deploying AI tools to support both administrative efficiency and clinical decision-making while maintaining trust and patient safety. - The views expressed are Brenna’s personal views, and do not necessarily reflect the policy or position of Mayo Clinic.

In this episode, Diane Constantine, MBA, MSN, NI-BC, NEA-BC, Senior Director of Informatics at Children's Hospital of Philadelphia, discusses using informatics to enhance clinician efficiency, promote well-being, and integrate AI responsibly to strengthen both patient outcomes and the human side of care.

In this episode, Lindsay Myers, MBA, MPH, Vice President of Revenue Cycle and HIM at Chapters Health System, discusses how her organization is scaling operations, leveraging automation, and investing in people to support rapid growth and long-term financial stability across its nationwide hospice and value-based care network.

In this episode, Doug King, Senior Vice President and Chief Information Officer at Northwestern Medicine, shares how his team leverages technology and AI to enhance patient care, improve efficiency, and create sustainable growth. He discusses the importance of thoughtful investment, collaboration, and leadership in shaping the future of digital health.

In this episode, Joe Benardello, Chief Growth Officer and co-founder of IKS Health, discusses how accountable partnerships and agentic AI are transforming healthcare delivery. He explores how technology, human collaboration, and shared accountability can drive better patient outcomes, reduce clinician burden, and create sustainable value for health systems.This episode is sponsored by IKS Health.

On this episode, Cynthia Salisbury, MSN, RN, System Executive Director of Nursing Operations at Providence, joins the podcast to discuss removing burden from nurses, the importance of transparency with patients, embracing technology, and standardizing and optimizing the system through preparation and financial investment.

On this episode, Prasana Ruxmohan, MHA, Ambulatory Operations Transformation Specialist at UCI Health, joins the podcast to discuss educating staff on new technology, the best opportunities for growth in the future including virtual access and proactive outreach, and responsibly integrating technology.

On this episode, Richard Zane, MD, Chief Medical Officer and Chief Innovation Officer at UCHealth, joins the podcast to discuss responsibly deploying technology to innovate care, including the use of generative AI, automating human tasks and virtualizing care, and the opportunities for growth in the future.

In this episode, Reed Smith, Chief Consumer Officer at Ardent Health, discusses how health systems can reduce friction in the patient journey, balance innovation with practicality, and use data and technology to create seamless, consumer-centered healthcare experiences.

In this episode, Dr. Gregg Nicandri, Chief Medical Information Officer at University of Rochester Medical Center, discusses how technology is transforming healthcare delivery. He shares insights on AI, ambient documentation, telehealth, and strategies for balancing innovation with clinician and patient needs.

In this episode, Jaimie Weber, System Director of Nursing for Perioperative Services at Alameda Health System, discusses how her team is using AI, predictive modeling, and technology-driven workflow improvements to enhance efficiency, staff satisfaction, and patient care. She also shares insights on investing in IT infrastructure to support telehealth, cybersecurity, and the future of connected healthcare.

In this episode, Ryan Cameron, Ed.D., Vice President of Technology and Innovation at Children’s Nebraska, discusses how the organization is pioneering agentic AI solutions to improve access and affordability of pediatric care. He shares insights on balancing empathy with scale, empowering clinicians through AI education, and creating sustainable innovation that supports mission-driven healthcare.

In this episode, Dr. Marcus Speaker, Associate Chief Medical Information Officer at Carilion Clinic, discusses how AI tools like ambient scribe technology, note summarization, and generative automation are transforming clinical workflows. He shares lessons on governance, technology alignment, and focusing innovation on real organizational needs to improve both efficiency and patient care.

This 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.

This 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 informed as technology accelerates change in healthcare.

On 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 resilient organizations that can thrive amid rapid technological change.

On 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 on reducing clinical burden and the critical importance of maintaining cybersecurity in an increasingly digital healthcare environment.

This 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.

This episode features Nolan Chang, MD, EVP of Corporate Development, Strategy, and Finance at The Permanente Federation LLC. Dr. Chang discusses how Kaiser Permanente leverages AI and digital health tools to improve patient experiences, support clinicians, and drive value-based care, while sharing insights on governance, operational strategy, and evolving leadership in a rapidly changing healthcare environment.

In this episode, Bill Sheahan, SVP and Chief Innovation Officer at MedStar Health, shares how the system is leveraging AI, telehealth, and digital innovation partnerships to redesign care models. He highlights the importance of balancing technology with people and process changes to create scalable, patient-centered transformation with clinical, operational, and external partners.This episode is sponsored by eVisit.

Domenic Donato, CEO and Co-Founder of Attuned Intelligence, discusses his company’s innovative platform designed to help operations leaders optimize their AI agents. He shares insights on managing high-pressure situations, mitigating risk, and ensuring accuracy in high-stakes decision-making environments.

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In this episode, Karen E. Hunter, DNP, RN, NI-BC, CENP, Chief Nursing Informatics Officer at Adventist Health, shares insights on advancing nursing informatics, leveraging AI in emergency care, and guiding her organization through a systemwide Epic implementation while balancing innovation with operational fundamentals.

In this episode, Charlette Stallworth, MBA, Vice President of Business Development and Innovation at Stanford Medicine Children’s Health, discusses how her team leverages AI, fosters partnerships, and balances digital innovation with patient-centered care and governance to advance the organization’s mission.

Robb Wetmore, MHR, Director of Digital Health at Variety Care, joins the podcast to discuss the growing role of telemedicine and remote patient monitoring in healthcare delivery. He highlights how his role and team responsibilities are evolving alongside these advancements and shares key strategic initiatives driving the future of digital health.

In this episode, Dr. Deepthi Bollineni shares insights on balancing clinical excellence with operational efficiency, the role of physician advisors in advancing value-based care, and how thoughtful use of AI and automation can ease workforce pressures while keeping patient-centered care at the core.

Merage Ghane, Ph.D., Director of Responsible AI in Health at the Coalition for Health AI (CHAI), discusses the consequences of AI misuse and the importance of building trust in clinical applications of AI. She highlights the need for human-centered solutions, emphasizing ethics in healthcare, and discusses the evolution of the healthcare industry.

This episode features Kiran Mysore, Chief Data & Analytics Officer at Sutter Health, who shares how his team is using AI and data-driven strategies to improve patient access, support clinicians, and drive organizational growth. He highlights real-world examples of AI in diagnostics, workflow efficiency, and digital care, while outlining Sutter’s vision for future expansion and innovation.

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In this episode, Dr. Tinu Tadese, Vice President and Enterprise Chief Medical Informatics Officer at Boston Medical Center, discusses the challenges and opportunities of integrating new hospitals, expanding EHR infrastructure, and strengthening informatics teams. She highlights the need to invest in people over technology and shares her vision for cultivating future physician informatics leaders.

This episode features Malik Bahar, AVP of Access Center and Loyalty, and Erica T. Carney, Director of Virtual Care Transformation at Virtua Health. They discuss how innovative technologies, agentic AI, and smart care strategies are enhancing the patient experience, supporting clinical teams, and shaping the future of healthcare delivery.

Dr. Nigam Shah, Chief Data Scientist at Stanford Health Care, joins the podcast to explore the intersection of data science and healthcare innovation. He shares insights into ongoing research initiatives like the Green Button Project, discusses the technical challenges faced in deploying data solutions at scale, and outlines the key components of his work within Health IT. Dr. Shah highlights the potential of data to drive smarter, evidence-based clinical decision-making across systems.

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