Beckers Healthcare Podcast

In this episode, Chronis Manolis, Senior Vice President, Pharmacy and Chief Pharmacy Officer at UPMC Health Plan, shares his perspective on the evolving pharmacy and drug access landscape. He discusses the challenges surrounding rising drug costs, GLP-1 medications, and the future of pharmacy benefit management in a complex healthcare environment.

In this episode, Scott Becker sits down with Ashwin Ramaswami, a candidate for Georgia State Senate District 48, and Dr. Trishul Kapoor, Pain Medicine Physician - Orthopedic Institute, Lehigh Valley Health Network. They discuss the intersection of healthcare policy, digital health innovations, and the critical role of state and federal initiatives in addressing rural healthcare challenges. Ashwin shares insights from his campaign and vision for modernizing healthcare, while Dr. Kapoor explores the future of telehealth and the ongoing physician shortage.

In this episode, Dr. Harry Severance, Adjunct Assistant Professor in the Department of Medicine, Duke University School of Medicine, joins the Becker's Healthcare Podcast to discuss the increasingly toxic work environments in healthcare. He shares insights on how disruptive workplaces, management practices, and physician shortages threaten the future of healthcare, urging a collaborative approach to solving these systemic issues.

In this episode, Dr. J. Polizzi, Chief Technology Officer at MI Partner Health, shares insights on the evolving role of technology in healthcare, addressing clinician burnout, AI integration, and the future of patient-centered care. He also discusses his work on digital innovations that enhance care delivery and streamline workflows for clinicians and patients alike.

In this episode, Joe Dant, System Chief Growth Officer, and Sean O'Grady, President of Acute and Ambulatory Operations at Endeavor Health, discuss the organization’s journey of growth and rebranding. They share how Endeavor is addressing workforce challenges and creating a patient-centered care model that combines empathy and expertise for a superior healthcare experience.

In this episode, Jakob Emerson, Associate News Director at Becker’s Healthcare, joins Scott Becker to discuss the challenges surrounding GLP-1 drugs in the insurance space and the varied responses to Medicare Advantage headwinds. They explore Elevance Health’s strategies and share insights into how large and small insurers are navigating these issues.

In this episode, Scott Becker speaks with Paul Kempinski, President and CEO of Children's Mercy Kansas City. Paul reflects on his leadership journey, shares his proudest achievements at Children's Mercy, and offers invaluable advice for emerging leaders, emphasizing the importance of culture, mission, and lifelong learning.

In this panel discussion, healthcare technology and strategy leaders will discuss one organizations approach to leveraging AI for claims denials management. They'll share tips on selecting the right use cases for AI in denials workflows, tangible results they're seeing and best practices for navigating challenges in data quality, integration and adoption.This episode is sponsored by Aspirion.

In this episode, Dr. Mario Gössl, Director of Transcatheter Valve Therapies at Allina Health Minneapolis Heart Institute and a registered yoga teacher, discusses the evolving landscape of cardiology, the challenges of talent retention, and the importance of addressing physician burnout.

In this episode, Laura Dyrda speaks with Joanne McFall, Market President of Keystone First and AmeriHealth Caritas Pennsylvania. Joanne shares her insights on post-pandemic Medicaid unwinding, rising healthcare costs, and the role of managed care in addressing social factors like housing and food insecurity to improve health outcomes.

In this episode, Robert Stone, CEO of City of Hope, and philanthropist A. Emmet Stephenson Jr. discuss the transformative $150 million gift from the Stephenson family to fund groundbreaking pancreatic cancer research. They highlight how this historic donation, including the $1 million Stevenson Prize, will accelerate global innovation and collaboration to combat one of the deadliest forms of cancer. Learn more here: https://www.beckershospitalreview.com/oncology/city-of-hope-receives-150m-for-pancreatic-cancer-research.html

In this episode, Scott Becker and Laura Dyrda, Editor-in-Chief of Becker's Healthcare, discuss the growing challenges around revenue cycle management, rising administrative costs, and technology investments in health systems. They also explore the potential impact of AI on clinical workflows and the future of healthcare innovation.

In this episode, Scott Becker highlights five key stories that illustrate the ongoing financial challenges for health systems, including hospital closures, workforce layoffs, and the growing concern over whether large healthcare organizations may become "too big to fail." Despite improvements, many health systems continue to grapple with significant operational difficulties.

In this podcast episode, healthcare industry experts from AWS and Philips explore the critical intersection of clinical innovation, cloud technology and healthcare delivery. Ashwini Davison, MD, CMIO, Enterprise Imaging Strategy at Amazon Web Services (AWS), and Martijn Hartjes, Clinical Informatics Business Leader at Philips, delve into the urgent need to ease the burden on clinicians and harness integrated diagnostics to enhance patient care.This episode is sponsored by Amazon Web Services (AWS).

In this episode, Kenneth Waller, CEO of Norwalk Community Health Center, discusses the challenges of staffing and competition in primary care, the impact of alternative payment models, and the importance of building a digital-first, patient-centered service model. He also shares leadership insights on fostering team autonomy and continuous learning.

Join us as we discuss the challenges and strategies for effective EHR education. Experts Dr. Annabaker Garber and Dr. CT Lin share insights on scaling training, leveraging virtual learning, and improving clinician skills. Discover how UCHealth and other leading health systems are meeting EHR education requirements while enhancing patient care.This episode is sponsored by uPerform.

In this episode, Scott Becker speaks with Nick Macchione, Chief Health Officer at UC San Diego Health. Nick shares his insights on integrating academic medicine with community healthcare, the role of AI in improving patient care, and the importance of human connection in leadership and team success.

Dr. Maulik Purohit, Head of Innovation at PAM Health, joins the podcast to discuss the crucial role of people in successful digital transformation. He explores the challenges of implementing digital solutions in healthcare, the importance of organizational collaboration, and the broader issues facing the healthcare system today.

In this episode, Dr. Kevin Stone, chairman of the Stone Research Foundation and founder of The Stone Clinic, discusses advancements in stem cell therapy, cartilage regeneration, and bionic solutions for joint repair. He also shares insights from his new book, Play Forever, which promotes a holistic approach to keeping patients active well into their later years.

In this episode, Laura Dyrda interviews Steve Bethke, Vice President Solution Developer Market at Mayo Clinic Platform. They discuss how Mayo Clinic Platform is driving innovation in healthcare by empowering solution developers, facilitating access to high-quality data, and bridging the gap between digital health solutions and healthcare providers.