Beckers Healthcare Podcast

In this episode, Dr. Maulik Purohit, Head of Innovation at PAM Health, explores the balance between technology, automation, and human decision-making in healthcare. He shares insights on the importance of critical thinking, avoiding reactive decision-making, and how healthcare leaders can ensure that digital tools address the right challenges.

In this episode, Molly Gamble, Vice President of Editorial at Becker’s Healthcare, joins Scott Becker to discuss the resilience of Florida hospitals during Hurricane Milton, the modest progress of AI in healthcare, and a heartfelt tribute to Nancy Agee's incredible leadership at Carilion Clinic.

Tune in as Dr. Gian Varbaro, Chief Medical Officer and VP of Ambulatory Services at Bergen New Bridge Medical Center, shares insights into his background and recent successes. Discover the top healthcare trends he's observing and his strategic plans for growth in the coming months.

In this episode, Dr. Yeshvant Navalgund, Chief Medical Officer at National Spine & Pain Centers, discusses the latest advancements in pain management, including the transformative role of AI and cutting-edge technologies in personalized treatment plans. He highlights how these innovations are enhancing patient outcomes while emphasizing the importance of ethical leadership in healthcare.

In this episode, Anthony Mulholland, Chief Nursing Officer of Ambulatory Services at Oregon Health & Science University, shares his journey in nursing leadership and discusses key healthcare trends. He delves into innovations in care model redesign, technology integration, and vertical alignment, and how these are shaping the future of ambulatory care and patient access.

In this episode, Noelle Diesfeld, Vice President of Perioperative Services at HonorHealth, discusses key healthcare trends, including the shift to outpatient services and the impact of AI in optimizing operations. She highlights how AI and robotics are transforming perioperative care and shares insights into HonorHealth's initiatives, such as increasing access to screening colonoscopies and enhancing OR scheduling efficiency.

In this episode, Nick Vailas, CEO of Bedford Ambulatory Surgical Center, shares his 40 years of experience in healthcare, discussing the challenges facing private practice physicians and the ASC's impressive growth. He highlights the importance of leadership, policy involvement, and always prioritizing patient care.

Join us on the Becker’s Healthcare Podcast as we talk with Martijn Hartjes, Business Leader, Clinical Informatics at Philips, about the transformative power of artificial intelligence in healthcare. Discover the current state of AI, its impact on medical imaging, and how it’s poised to support clinical decision-making and workflow efficiencies.This episode is sponsored by Philips.

In this episode, Alfonso del Granado, CEO of Covenant High Plains Surgery Center, discusses key trends in the ASC space, the implementation of robotic technology, and the challenges of anesthesia costs. He also shares insights on leadership, advice for emerging healthcare leaders, and debunks misconceptions about Gen Z’s work ethic. Tune in for a thoughtful discussion on the evolving landscape of surgery centers.

Join us as we chat with Joe Thomason, Senior Vice President of Hospital Operations at Community Hospital Corporation, about how strategic partnerships can drive growth and enhance performance in rural and community hospitals. Discover valuable insights on overcoming financial challenges and successfully introducing new services through collaboration in the healthcare landscape.This episode is sponsored by Community Hospital Corporation

In this episode, Dr. Scott Hannum, Orthopedic Arthroplasty Surgeon, President, and Medical Director at EmergeOrtho Brunswick Ambulatory Surgery Center, shares key trends in the ASC and orthopedic spaces. He discusses the shift to outpatient surgery, advancements in robotics and AI, and the evolving role of orthopedic supergroups in shaping the future of patient care.

In this episode, Scott Becker highlights eight major healthcare stories, including the rise in for-profit hospital mergers, Florida hospitals bracing for a hurricane, and the growth of AI tools at CHS. He also covers the expansion of digital care platforms, a large prescription drug fraud case, and new members joining the Becker’s Healthcare CEO Advisory Board.

In this episode, Dr. Swannie Jett, CEO of Park DuValle Community Health Center, shares insights on the transformative role of AI in healthcare, the critical issues surrounding reimbursement models, and the importance of addressing social determinants of health. Dr. Jett also highlights exciting initiatives, including an innovative indoor farmer’s market aimed at tackling food insecurity in Louisville.

In this episode, Scott Becker discusses the latest findings from Becker's most recent CEO advisory board call, highlighting the top 10 concerns facing health systems today. From insulin and IV shortages to Medicare Advantage challenges, cybersecurity threats, and the economic fragility of reliance on 340B, this episode provides valuable insights into the pressing issues at the forefront of healthcare leaders' minds.

In this episode, Alan Condon, Editor-in-Chief at Becker's Healthcare, highlights key hospital transactions, including Henry Ford Health’s joint venture with Ascension Michigan and Tenet Healthcare’s sale of a majority stake in Brookwood Baptist Health. Tune in for insights on the latest hospital mergers, acquisitions, and market shifts.

In this episode, Laura Dyrda, Vice President and Editor-in-Chief at Becker's Healthcare, shares highlights from the recent Becker’s Healthcare 9th Annual Health IT + Digital Health + RCM Annual Meeting: The Future of Business and Clinical Technologies. Laura discusses the growing role of AI in healthcare, the evolving relationship between CIOs and CFOs, and key trends, including cloud transitions and new healthcare partnerships like the expanded collaboration between Kaiser Permanente and HCA Healthcare.

In this episode, James Reynolds, Assistant Vice President at Atrium Health, discusses his work in outcomes, care transformation, and the trends shaping the future of healthcare. He shares insights into the impact of AI, remote patient monitoring, and the balance between fee-for-service and value-based care.

In this episode, Dr. Ngozi Ezike, President & CEO of Sinai Chicago, shares her insights on leading one of the nation's largest safety net health systems. She discusses the challenges of serving vulnerable communities, building partnerships to advance healthcare equity, and her journey from public health leadership to helming Sinai Chicago.

In this episode, Mark LePage, Senior Vice President of Medical Groups and Ambulatory Strategy at Trinity Health, discusses the innovative strategies driving Trinity Health's ambulatory care expansion and provider support. He highlights key initiatives, such as hypertension management and AI-driven tools to reduce administrative burden, while sharing insights on how demographic shifts are shaping the future of healthcare.

Join us on the Becker’s Healthcare Podcast as we speak with Elad Benjamin, Business Leader in Clinical Insights & Integration at Philips, about the critical role of clinical data integration in improving patient outcomes. Learn about the impact of AI, virtual care models, and key strategies for healthcare leaders to support innovation.This episide is sponsored by Philips.