In this episode, Dr. Ashley Alker explains how her nonprofit Meaningful Media connects creators with public health experts to fight misinformation. She also shares insights from her book “99 Ways to Die: And How to Avoid Them,” highlighting the impact of storytelling across TV, film, and writing, and how humor and clear communication can support patients and build public trust.
Nov 30, 2025•21 min
In this episode, Joel Vengco discusses Hartford HealthCare’s commitment to expanding access, harnessing data, and building consumer centered digital experiences, while sharing how AI, agentic technologies, and workforce evolution will shape the system’s future.
Nov 30, 2025•16 min
This episode recorded live at Becker’s 31st Annual The Business and Operations of ASCs features Jeffrey Singerman, Administrator and COO, Manhattan Endoscopy Center. He discusses key market forces driving ASC growth, the emerging impact of AI on clinical and administrative functions, and how partnerships can strengthen recruitment, staffing, and long term sustainability.
Nov 30, 2025•7 min
In this episode, Dr. Sumana Moole of Merus Gastroenterology & Gut Health LLC, discusses her path to founding an independent GI practice, the growth of complex procedures in ASCs, and how AI and physician-led models are reshaping patient centered gastroenterology.
Nov 30, 2025•11 min
On this episode, Cory Jones, System AVP of Oncology Services at Banner Health joins the podcast to discuss how targeted therapies are reshaping the oncology landscape. He also shares strategies for improving access to care by leveraging imaging capabilities, reflects on key responsibilities in his leadership role, and highlights what’s ahead in cancer care innovation.
Nov 30, 2025•15 min
In this episode, Dr. James McGee shares how OSF HealthCare is expanding access to advanced cancer therapies, including proton therapy, flash radiation, and innovative brachytherapy techniques. He also discusses the institute’s push toward personalized risk assessment, early detection, and bringing cutting edge research to rural communities.
Nov 29, 2025•20 min
This episode recorded live at Becker’s 31st Annual The Business and Operations of ASCs features Dr. Alaa Abd-Elsayed, Medical Director, UW Health Pain Services. He discusses the rapid growth of ASC models, how AI driven tools are improving efficiency and reducing administrative burden, and why joint ventures and collaboration are key to strengthening patient care and financial sustainability.
Nov 29, 2025•5 min
This episode recorded live at the 10th Annual Health IT + Digital Health + RCM Annual Meeting features Jason Hill, Innovation Officer, Ochsner Health. He discusses the rapid evolution of AI in clinical care, the rise of ambient listening, the challenges of operational and ethical constraints, and why frontline insight is essential for meaningful technological transformation.
Nov 29, 2025•14 min
In this episode, Tom Buckley shares the biggest revenue cycle challenges facing health systems today, from payer denials to rising patient financial responsibility, and how Virtua Health is using AI, automation, and strong communication practices to stay ahead. He also reflects on evolving leadership expectations and what it takes to keep teams resilient and aligned in a rapidly changing environment.
Nov 29, 2025•16 min
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.
Nov 29, 2025•8 min
Cheng-Kai Kao, MD, FACP, SFHM, Chief Medical Information Officer at UChicago Medicine, explores how technology is being leveraged to enhance patient care and streamline workflow efficiency. He discusses the necessity of AI governance in monitoring artificial intelligence and ensuring responsible implementation. Additionally, he shares his vision and strategies for setting up UChicago Medicine for long-term success in the evolving healthcare landscape.
Nov 28, 2025•11 min
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.
Nov 28, 2025•8 min
This episode recorded live at Becker’s 31st Annual The Business and Operations of ASCs features Dr. Benjamin Levy, Gastroenterologist and Clinical Associate of Medicine, University of Chicago Medicine. He discusses rising demand for colonoscopy driven by updated screening guidelines, the value of ASC partnerships, and how emerging AI tools are transforming documentation, polyp detection, and overall efficiency in GI care.
Nov 28, 2025•17 min
On this episode, Dr. Scott L. Blumenthal, Spine Surgeon at Texas Back Institute, joins the podcast to discuss the latest insights in disc replacements, including new research and the root causes of complications. He also shares his perspective on the role of private insurance in patient access and breaks down the biggest disruptors he expects to shape spine surgery in 2026, particularly growing restrictions around advanced technologies.
Nov 28, 2025•14 min
In this episode, Patti DeWane, CFO and Treasurer of UW Health Northern Illinois, discusses key industry pressures including workforce challenges, regulatory concerns, and the rising cost of technology. She also highlights new operational opportunities, service line expansion, and UW Health’s strategy to drive growth while keeping care close to home.
Nov 27, 2025•11 min
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.
Nov 27, 2025•19 min
In this episode, Brett Maxfield, MS, CRNA and President and CEO of Maxfield Healthcare Solutions, shares the top trends shaping ASCs today, including rising costs, anesthesia shortages, and the growing impact of AI. He also discusses technology adoption challenges, evolving specialties, and what he’s watching for ASC growth in the year ahead.
Nov 27, 2025•22 min
On this episode, Dr. Chandler Wilfong and Dr. Edward Cho of the Gastrointestinal Cancer Program at OSF Healthcare join the podcast to discuss their work in expanding access to GI cancer care. They share how their nursing navigation program supports patients throughout the care journey, efforts to streamline services for greater convenience, and their plans to scale and broaden reach across the health system.
Nov 27, 2025•18 min
This episode recorded live at the 10th Annual Health IT + Digital Health + RCM Annual Meeting features Kaitlyn Torrence, Senior Director, Innovation, WellSpan Health. She shares how WellSpan is advancing AI use cases from ambient tools to agentic AI, balancing innovation with governance, preparing for evolving policy changes, and keeping patient needs at the center of technology strategy.
Nov 27, 2025•9 min
In this episode, Jakob Emerson, Associate News Director at Becker’s Healthcare, breaks down the fast-moving developments around ACA enhanced subsidies, rising premiums, and how payers and health systems are preparing for major shifts ahead.
Nov 26, 2025•13 min
In this episode, Dr. Stephen Teitelbaum, Senior Vice President and Chief Medical Finance Officer at Mount Sinai Health System, shares insights from his three decades in clinical practice and leadership. He discusses the history and scale of Mount Sinai, the growing influence of payers on clinical decision making, and what physician leaders can do to reclaim autonomy and strengthen patient-centered care.
Nov 26, 2025•18 min
In this episode, Alan Condon, Editor-in-Chief at Becker's Healthcare, breaks down Q3 financial results from major nonprofit systems and what they signal about ongoing stabilization and strain across the sector.
Nov 26, 2025•7 min
In this episode, Chris Carmody, SVP and CTO of UPMC, discusses the health system's journey toward a single Epic instance, including the technological and organizational hurdles of wave one of the UPMC Bridges project. He shares lessons learned, how UPMC approaches integrating newly acquired sites, and what sets their large scale consolidation apart as they prepare for Wave Two.
Nov 26, 2025•25 min
In this episode, Laura Dyrda, Vice President and Editor-in-Chief at Becker's Healthcare, breaks down major CMS policy changes affecting inpatient-only procedures, ASC growth, and the push toward site neutrality. She also highlights the evolving political landscape around ACA subsidies and what these developments mean for hospitals, ASCs, and patients.
Nov 25, 2025•12 min
On this episode, Dr. Debra A. Wong, Medical Oncologist at City of Hope and Medical Director at AccessHope, joins the podcast to discuss better supporting frontline oncologists in resource-limited settings, improving cancer care access, and the importance of not losing sight of the human element in care.
Nov 25, 2025•10 min
In this episode, Joel Vengco discusses Hartford HealthCare’s commitment to expanding access, harnessing data, and building consumer centered digital experiences, while sharing how AI, agentic technologies, and workforce evolution will shape the system’s future.
Nov 25, 2025•16 min
On this episode, Roberta Schwartz, PhD, Executive Vice President and Chief Innovation Officer at Houston Methodist, joins the podcast to discuss the challenges of implementing new technologies amid increasing information overload and the importance of transparency in adoption. She also highlights efforts to reduce mortality rates, ongoing challenges around access and reimbursement for telehealth services, and her perspective on the future of AI in healthcare.
Nov 25, 2025•23 min
On this episode, Randy Robbins, MD, President of Valiant Anesthesia Associates, joins the podcast to discuss the effects of COVID on anesthesia, the importance of quality of care, and fostering strong physician engagement.
Nov 25, 2025•14 min
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.
Nov 25, 2025•14 min
In this episode, Scott Becker breaks down the top healthcare developments of the week, including CMS rate updates, financial trends across health systems, hiring freezes, job cuts, and more.
Nov 24, 2025•2 min
