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Becker’s Healthcare Podcast

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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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Episodes

Advancing Evidence-Based Care in the Age of AI with Dr. Peter Bonis

In this episode, Dr. Peter Bonis, Chief Medical Officer at Wolters Kluwer Health, discusses the opportunities and risks of using AI in clinical care. He highlights the importance of accuracy, governance, and frontline engagement to ensure technology supports safe and effective decision-making for patients and providers. This episode is sponsored by Wolters Kluwer .

Nov 10, 202515 min

Megan Friedman, DO, Chair and Medical Director at Pacific Coast Anesthesia

This episode recorded live at Becker’s 31st Annual The Business and Operations of ASCs features Megan Friedman, DO, Chair and Medical Director at Pacific Coast Anesthesia. She shares insights on how technology, data-driven scheduling, and closer collaboration between anesthesia teams and ASC leadership are transforming efficiency, staffing, and patient care in today’s rapidly growing ASC market.

Nov 09, 20257 min

Richard Zane, MD, Chief Medical Officer and Chief Innovation Officer at UCHealth

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.

Nov 09, 202513 min

George Cybulski, MD MBA, AI clinical leader and Chief of Neurosurgery at Humboldt Park Health

This episode recorded live at the 10th Annual Health IT + Digital Health + RCM Annual Meeting features George Cybulski, MD MBA, AI clinical leader and Chief of Neurosurgery at Humboldt Park Health. He discusses the growth of outpatient spine surgery, the role of AI in connecting care teams and streamlining workflows, and the importance of collaboration between providers and vendors to enhance patient care and ASC efficiency.

Nov 08, 20259 min

Dr. Earl Kilbride, orthopedic surgeon at Austin Orthopedic Institute

In this episode, Dr. Earl Kilbride, orthopedic surgeon at Austin Orthopedic Institute, discusses major trends shaping healthcare and ASCs, including consolidation, reimbursement challenges, and the role of AI. He also shares insights on the growing shift toward outpatient procedures and how independent practices can thrive in a changing landscape.

Nov 08, 20257 min

Helen M Lowenwirth, MBA, CASC, Administrator, East Side Endoscopy, LLC

This episode recorded live at Becker’s 31st Annual The Business and Operations of ASCs features Helen M Lowenwirth, MBA, CASC, Administrator, East Side Endoscopy, LLC. She discusses the continued migration of procedures from hospitals to ASCs, the role of AI and technology in improving efficiency and documentation, and how collaboration among hospitals, vendors, and policymakers is driving greater access to patient care.

Nov 08, 20257 min

Reed Smith, Chief Consumer Officer at Ardent Health

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.

Nov 07, 202514 min

Addressing Workforce Shortages and Shaping the Future of Care at Kaiser Permanente

In this episode, Dr. Stephen Parodi, Executive Vice President for External Affairs and Corporate Development at The Permanente Medical Group, discusses strategies to combat physician shortages, reduce burnout, and expand access to care through technology, team-based models, and policy innovation while preparing for major shifts in healthcare funding and delivery.

Nov 07, 202514 min

Personalization and Innovation in Healthcare Payments at Cleveland Clinic with Flywire

This episode, recorded live at the 10th Annual Health IT + Digital Health + RCM Annual Meeting, features John Talaga, EVP Healthcare at Flywire, Rob McDaniel, Senior Director of Revenue Cycle Management, and Keith Givelekian, Executive Director of Digital Business at Cleveland Clinic. The discussion explores how Cleveland Clinic and Flywire are partnering to modernize the patient financial experience through personalization, unified strategy, and innovation that prioritizes patient needs and car...

Nov 07, 202514 min

Haris Ackerman, Director of Integration and Strategic Operations at Virtua Health

In this episode, Haris Ackerman, Director of Integration and Strategic Operations at Virtua Health, shares how the system is improving patient experiences through integrated care, hospital at home programs, and innovative technologies like wearables and AI. He also discusses partnerships with academic institutions and offers leadership advice for emerging healthcare professionals.

Nov 07, 20258 min

Redesigning Healthcare Delivery with Sylvia Trent-Adams of IHI

In this episode, Sylvia Trent-Adams, President and CEO of the Institute for Healthcare Improvement, shares how IHI is helping health systems strengthen operations, integrate technology, and build resilient, patient-centered organizations. She also outlines her vision for advancing quality, safety, and workforce well-being in the decade ahead. This episode is sponsored by Institute for Healthcare Improvement .

Nov 06, 202510 min

Expanding School-Based Mental Health with Andrea Fisher

In this episode, Andrea Fisher, LCPC, Lead Clinical Therapist at Linden Oaks Medical Group, discusses Endeavor Health’s partnership with Naperville District 203 to bring counseling services directly into schools, improving access to care and promoting early intervention for students and families.

Nov 05, 20259 min

Dr. Brian Nwannunu, Orthopaedic Surgeon at Texas Joint Institute

In this episode, Dr. Brian Nwannunu, Orthopaedic Surgeon at Texas Joint Institute, shares insights on how AI, robotics, and digital health tools are transforming orthopedic surgery. He discusses the rise of outpatient procedures, smart operating rooms, and how technology is enhancing patient connection and surgical precision.

Nov 05, 20259 min

Crystal Broj, Chief Digital Transformation Officer at MUSC

This episode recorded live at the 10th Annual Health IT + Digital Health + RCM Annual Meeting features Crystal Broj, Chief Digital Transformation Officer at MUSC. She shares how her team leverages AI and automation to streamline patient access, enhance engagement, and improve operational efficiency while maintaining strong governance and adaptability in a rapidly evolving digital landscape.

Nov 05, 20257 min

Novella W. Thompson, MBA, MA, ALM-C, FACHE, Hospital Administrator for Population Health, Post-Acute Care, and Continuum Home Health at UVA Health University Medical Center

In this episode, Novella W. Thompson, MBA, MA, ALM-C, FACHE, Hospital Administrator for Population Health, Post-Acute Care, and Continuum Home Health at UVA Health University Medical Center, shares how UVA Health is realizing its vision for integrated, accessible care beyond hospital walls and offers powerful leadership insights on innovation, collaboration, and empowering teams to drive better patient outcomes.

Nov 05, 20259 min

Dr. Peter Chang, Chief Transformation Officer at Tampa General Hospital

In this episode, Dr. Peter Chang, Chief Transformation Officer at Tampa General Hospital, shares how TGH is leveraging innovation, care coordination, and generative AI to enhance patient care, expand nationally, and tackle workforce and efficiency challenges in healthcare.

Nov 04, 202512 min

Dr. Mark Townsend, Chief Clinical Digital Ventures Officer at Bon Secours Mercy Health

This episode recorded live at the 10th Annual Health IT + Digital Health + RCM Annual Meeting features Dr. Mark Townsend, Chief Clinical Digital Ventures Officer at Bon Secours Mercy Health. He shares how his organization uses AI, venture partnerships, and operational insights to drive scalable change, improve patient engagement, and balance innovation with regulatory and budget realities.

Nov 04, 202511 min

Jaimie Weber, System Director of Nursing for Perioperative Services at Alameda Health System

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.

Nov 04, 202517 min

AI, Automation, and the Future of Care with Dr. Maulik Purohit

In this episode, Dr. Maulik Purohit, Chief Health Innovation Officer at datosX Digital Health Labs, discusses key takeaways from a recent healthcare innovation conference, including how AI and automation are transforming documentation, diagnostics, and clinical efficiency in fields like radiology and cardiology.

Nov 04, 20257 min

Dr. Nirmit Kothari, Associate Chief Medical Officer at Baptist Memorial Hospital – Memphis

This episode recorded live at the 10th Annual Health IT + Digital Health + RCM Annual Meeting features Dr. Nirmit Kothari, Associate Chief Medical Officer at Baptist Memorial Hospital – Memphis. He shares insights on integrating AI into clinical workflows, reducing documentation burdens, and balancing innovation with operational realities to enhance patient care and clinician engagement.

Nov 03, 202511 min

Ryan Cameron, Ed.D., Vice President of Technology and Innovation at Children’s Nebraska

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.

Nov 03, 202521 min

Unlocking CDI's future: From SOAP Notes to Smartsystems

In this episode, Dr. Jerilyn Morrissey, Chief Medical Officer, and Kaltrina Berisha, Vice President of Product Management at CorroHealth, discuss how AI and agentic systems are transforming clinical documentation integrity. They explore the evolution from paper records to intelligent digital systems, the role of technology in reducing clinician burden, and how AI can make documentation meaningful again while strengthening care and compliance. This episide is sponsored by CorroHealth ....

Nov 03, 202515 min
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