Recorded live at Abridge’s Executive Summit at the Becker’s 10th Annual Health IT + Digital Health + RCM Conference, this panel features Chris Carmody of UPMC, Misti Foust-Cofield of Reid Health, Justin Brueck of Endeavor, and David Claxton of Duke Health discussing how AI and ambient technology are reducing burnout, improving clinician satisfaction, and reshaping the future of patient care. This episode is sponsored by Abridge .
Nov 17, 2025•28 min
In this episode, Roberta Schwartz, Executive Vice President and Chief Innovation Officer at Houston Methodist, and Nikhil Buduma, Co-Founder and CEO of Ambience Healthcare, discuss how ambient AI is transforming clinical workflows, reducing documentation burden, and giving time back to clinicians. They share lessons from large-scale implementation and explore what the future holds as AI expands into inpatient and nursing settings. This episide is sponsored by Ambience Healthcare ....
Nov 17, 2025•29 min
In this episode, Chinomnso Nnodum, MHA, Executive Director of Access at Stamford Health, discusses optimizing patient access through technology, virtual care, and systemwide collaboration. She also shares insights on leveraging Epic, promoting telehealth, and the importance of lifelong learning in healthcare leadership.
Nov 17, 2025•12 min
On this episode, Dr. Jun Zhang, Vice President of Oncology Research at the OSF HealthCare Cancer Institute, joins the podcast to discuss expanding cancer research programs, the importance of instilling a patient-centric mission, breakthroughs in cancer research, and his advice for emerging leaders in healthcare.
Nov 17, 2025•18 min
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.
Nov 16, 2025•14 min
In this episode, Dr. Mario Göessl, Director of Interventional Cardiology Fellowships and Transcatheter Valve Therapies at Allina Health Minneapolis Heart Institute, discusses the growth of structural heart disease interventions, the integration of AI in clinical practice, and the shift toward value-based, patient-centered care.
Nov 16, 2025•17 min
This episode recorded live at Becker’s 31st Annual The Business and Operations of ASCs features Greg Schooler, Chief Operating Officer, Cincinnati GI, CGI Anesthesia Associates, Anderson Endoscopy Center, LLC. He shares insights on maintaining ASC independence, leveraging AI to enhance efficiency and care quality, and the importance of strong teams in driving long-term success.
Nov 16, 2025•11 min
This episode features Adam Hornback, BSN, RN, Chief Operating Officer of Hinkapin Health and Administrator of North Texas Team Care Surgery Center. He discusses transparent pricing, direct care models, and how ASCs can prepare for growth as more procedures shift from hospitals to outpatient settings.
Nov 16, 2025•7 min
This episode recorded live at Becker’s 31st Annual The Business and Operations of ASCs features Melissa Rice, Administrator, Loyola Ambulatory Surgery Center - a Member of Trinity Health. She shares insights on ASC market growth, the impact of payer and Medicare shifts, and how technology and collaboration are shaping the future of outpatient care.
Nov 15, 2025•5 min
In this episode, Myra Ray, MSN, RN, Manager of Surgical Services at Franciscan Healthcare, discusses rapid growth in surgical volumes, innovative recruitment and scholarship strategies to address staffing challenges, and how community support drives success in rural healthcare settings.
Nov 15, 2025•11 min
This episode recorded live at the Becker’s 22nd Annual Spine, Orthopedic and Pain Management-Driven ASC + The Future of Spine Conference features Sean Gipson, CEO of Remedy Surgery Centers. He shares insights on payer market disruption, workforce recruitment strategies, ASC growth in orthopedics, and the transformative role of AI in operations and billing.
Nov 15, 2025•7 min
This episode recorded live at the 10th Annual Health IT + Digital Health + RCM Annual Meeting features Ginny Torno, Senior Director, Innovation & IT Clinical Systems at Houston Methodist, sharing how Houston Methodist leverages AI to improve patient outcomes, enhance operational efficiency, and support clinicians while emphasizing strong governance, ROI, and change management in technology adoption.
Nov 15, 2025•8 min
In this episode, Patrick Velliky, Chief External Affairs Officer at HaloMD, joins the podcast to discuss how recent legal challenges are reshaping the No Surprises Act. He shares what hospital and finance leaders need to know about arbitration opportunities, payer compliance, and preparing for upcoming regulatory changes. This episode is sponsored by HaloMD .
Nov 14, 2025•14 min
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.
Nov 14, 2025•15 min
In this episode, Jason Keeler, President of ReloShare Medical Respite and former COO at UCMC, discusses how early lung nodule detection and collaborative leadership between clinical and administrative teams can improve patient outcomes, streamline care pathways, and strengthen the financial health of healthcare organizations. This episode is sponsored by Noah Medical.
Nov 14, 2025•10 min
In this episode, John P. Donohue, Vice President of Data and Technology Solutions at Penn Medicine, shares insights on navigating healthcare complexity, implementing AI and extended reality tools, and balancing intentional technology adoption with emerging opportunities. He also discusses the importance of lifelong learning, mentorship, and servant leadership in driving organizational success.
Nov 14, 2025•16 min
This episode recorded live at the Becker’s 13th Annual CEO + CFO Roundtable features Dan Liljenquist, JD, Chief Strategy Officer, Intermountain Health. He discusses how Intermountain is advancing more than 300 AI projects to streamline operations, reduce costs, and reshape care delivery for both patients and providers. In collaboration with R1 .
Nov 14, 2025•14 min
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.
Nov 13, 2025•13 min
On this episode, EJ Ledesma, Chief Executive Officer of 360 Orthopedics, joins the podcast to discuss AI advancements and growing the revenue base in specialty practice, the value of partnerships, and his approach to driving growth.
Nov 13, 2025•16 min
This episode features Dr. Carla Goulart Peron, Chief Medical Officer at Philips, and Dr. Sheila Martins, Immediate Past President of the World Stroke Organization, discussing how technology, education, and cross-sector collaboration are transforming stroke prevention and treatment worldwide. They explore the critical role of AI, telemedicine, and global partnerships in improving access, speeding diagnosis, and advancing equitable care for stroke patients. This episode is sponsored by Philips EI ...
Nov 13, 2025•18 min
In this episode, Scott Becker speaks with Laura Dyrda, Vice President and Editor-in-Chief at Becker’s Healthcare, about how health systems are managing ambiguity amid federal policy shifts, building resilient leadership pipelines, and using AI to drive operational efficiency and improve patient care.
Nov 13, 2025•8 min
In this episode, Scott Becker speaks with Alan Condon, Editor-in-Chief at Becker’s Healthcare, about key healthcare developments including updates on the ACA subsidy extension, the federal spending package, and Ascension’s $3.9 billion acquisition of AMSURG that could reshape the outpatient surgery landscape.
Nov 12, 2025•6 min
This episode—recorded live at Becker’s 31st Annual The Business and Operations of ASCs event—features Dr. Ken Grubbs, Executive Vice President, Accreditation and Certification Operations, and Chief Nursing Officer, Joint Commission. He discusses how Accreditation 360 is shaping the future of healthcare quality, reducing administrative burden, and promoting collaboration to improve patient outcomes. This episode is sponsored by Joint Commission ....
Nov 12, 2025•9 min
Garrett Olin, MBA, Chief Information Officer at Shasta Community Health Center, discusses the center's expansion efforts, addressing cybersecurity concerns, and the ethical implementation of AI into workflow to enhance operational efficiency and patient care.
Nov 12, 2025•9 min
In this episode, Dr. Shlomit Schaal, Executive VP and Chief Physician Executive at Houston Methodist, shares how the health system focuses on unparalleled care, improving patient access, and supporting physician well-being through innovative technology and culture-driven initiatives. She discusses strategies for growth, leveraging AI, and creating a thriving environment for both patients and providers.
Nov 11, 2025•28 min
In this episode, Scott Becker breaks down how major health insurers are seeing significant stock declines as a government deal may alter affordable care subsidies.
Nov 11, 2025•2 min
In this episode, Shari Johnson, Chief Revenue Cycle Officer at Alameda Health System, discusses how the health system leverages AI, automation, and data-driven strategies to streamline revenue cycle operations while empowering staff and improving patient care. She shares insights on overcoming industry challenges, fostering employee engagement, and leading organizational change.
Nov 11, 2025•12 min
In this episode, Steven Ringel, CEO of the Kazuna Foundation and Nome Therapeutics, joins the podcast to discuss how his team is using artificial intelligence to make personalized medicine accessible for rare disease patients. He shares emerging trends in AI and healthcare, the growing potential of individualized therapies, and his advice for passionate leaders driving innovation in the field.
Nov 11, 2025•10 min
This episode recorded live at the 10th Annual Health IT + Digital Health + RCM Annual Meeting features Kathleen Fear, Senior Director, Digital Health & AI at University of Rochester Medical Center discussing how her team uses AI to improve patient access, streamline operations, and balance innovation with responsibility amid an evolving regulatory landscape.
Nov 11, 2025•9 min
In this episode, Scott Becker discusses Surgery Partners’ quarterly results, highlighting its slight revenue shortfall, a 31% earnings decline, and the resulting 24% drop in the company’s stock.
Nov 10, 2025•1 min
