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Becker’s Healthcare Podcast
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.
Episodes
Becker’s Healthcare PodcastBuilding Better Patient Experiences with Alan Dubovsky
In this episode, Alan Dubovsky, Vice President and Chief Patient Experience Officer, Cedars-Sinai, discusses improving patient experience metrics, simplifying…
Becker’s Healthcare PodcastAdvancing Clinical Decision Support and AI in Patient Care with Dr. Danny Lee
This episode recorded live at the Becker's 11th Annual Health IT + Digital Health + RCM Conference features Danny Lee, MD, Chief Medical Informatics Officer…
Becker’s Healthcare PodcastHow AI and Data Are Reshaping Pharmacy Operations
In this episode, Susan Wright, PharmD, MBA, FGSHP, Vice President of Pharmacy Services, Wellstar Health System, discusses how AI, connected data, and…
Becker’s Healthcare PodcastBetty Jo Rocchio, DNP, RN, CRNA, Executive Vice President and Chief Nurse Executive at Advocate Health
In this episode, Betty Jo Rocchio, DNP, RN, CRNA, Executive Vice President and Chief Nurse Executive at Advocate Health, joins the podcast to discuss the…
Becker’s Healthcare PodcastPutting Nurses at the Center of AI and Health IT Innovation with Lavonia Thomas
This episode recorded live at the Becker's 11th Annual Health IT + Digital Health + RCM Conference features Lavonia Thomas, Chief Nursing Informatics And…
Becker’s Healthcare PodcastRural Health Transformation Funding and Strategies for Hospital Sustainability
In this episode, Michael Morgan, SVP Strategic Analysis, Community Hospital Corporation, discusses the Rural Health Transformation Program, financial pressures…
Becker’s Healthcare PodcastHow SSM Health Is Supporting Their Workforce with Education
In this episode, Amber Wood, DNP, RN, MBA, Vice President of Clinical Education & Clinical Placements, SSM Health, discusses how SSM Health is using accessible…
Becker’s Healthcare PodcastErica Rubinstein, Vice President of Patient Experience at Mount Sinai Health System
In this episode, Erica Rubinstein, Vice President of Patient Experience at Mount Sinai Health System, joins the podcast to discuss the patient and staff…
Becker’s Healthcare PodcastAI Driven Solutions for Scheduling, Prior Authorization and Practice Efficiency with Xavier de Gracia
In this episode, Xavier de Gracia, Co-Founder, Prosper AI, discusses how AI agents automate patient calls, appointment scheduling, insurance verification and…
Becker’s Healthcare PodcastAdvancing Whole Child Health and Early Intervention with Dr. Patrice Harris
In this episode, Patrice Harris, MD, MA, Executive Vice President and Chief Health Impact Officer, Nemours Children's Health, discusses whole child health…
Becker’s Healthcare PodcastWhere AI Can Help Health Systems Manage Complexy & Specialty Pharmacy Operations
In this episode, Kim Tzoumakas, CEO, VytlOne, discusses how AI can streamline complex pharmacy operations, strengthen 340B compliance, reduce administrative…
Becker’s Healthcare PodcastDr. Chris Thomas, Vice President and Chief Quality Officer at FMOL Health
In this episode, Dr. Chris Thomas, Vice President and Chief Quality Officer at FMOL Health, joins the podcast to discuss new innovations and the importance of…
Becker’s Healthcare PodcastLauren G. Wirth on Leadership, Relationships and Taking Risks
In this episode, Lauren G. Wirth, President and CEO of New London Hospital, shares lessons on building relationships, listening, embracing complexity…
Becker’s Healthcare PodcastScaling AI in Healthcare Through Better Data, Workflow and Trust with Nirav Shah
This episode recorded live at the Becker's 11th Annual Health IT + Digital Health + RCM Conference features Nirav Shah, Associate Chief Medical Informatics…
Becker’s Healthcare PodcastImproving Patient Experience Through Frontline Care with Eddie Borrego
In this episode, Eddie Borrego, SVP & CEO, Regional Hospitals & Physician Services, Chief Patient Experience Officer, Jackson Health System, discusses how…
Becker’s Healthcare PodcastStephanie Everett, Administrator, CEO, Foundation Director, and PR and Marketing Director at Mountrail Bethel Home, Mountrail County Medical Center, and Mountrail County Health Foundation
In this episode, Stephanie Everett, Administrator, CEO, Foundation Director, and PR and Marketing Director at Mountrail Bethel Home, Mountrail County Medical…
Becker’s Healthcare PodcastChirag Choudhary, MD, MBA, Vice President and Chief Medical Officer for Cleveland Clinic Martin Health, and Marc Babi, MD, MBA, FNCS, Professor of Neurology at Cleveland Clinic and Case Western University, Florida Region, and Center Director for Neur
In this episode, Chirag Choudhary, MD, MBA, Vice President and Chief Medical Officer for Cleveland Clinic Martin Health, and Marc Babi, MD, MBA, FNCS…
Becker’s Healthcare PodcastRobert Rose, DNP, System Chief Nursing Officer and Senior Vice President of Nursing at Ascension
In this episode, Robert Rose, DNP, System Chief Nursing Officer and Senior Vice President of Nursing at Ascension, joins the podcast to discuss strategies for…
Becker’s Healthcare PodcastStrengthening Medicaid and Maternal Health in Florida with Fiona Fang
In this episode, Fiona Fang, CEO of Aetna Better Health of Florida, discusses Medicaid challenges, maternal and infant health, whole person care and efforts to…
Becker’s Healthcare PodcastDr. Lee Kojanis of Premier Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery in New Jersey
In this episode, Dr. Lee Kojanis of Premier Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery in New Jersey joins the podcast to discuss the impact of private equity on oral and…
Becker’s Healthcare PodcastRedefining Success in Spine Surgery with Dr. Aqib Zehri
In this episode, Aqib Zehri, MD, Neurosurgeon practicing in Portland, Ore, discusses the importance of long term outcomes in spine surgery, using patient…
Becker’s Healthcare PodcastTerry McDonnell, DNP, RN, ACNP-BC, Senior Vice President and Chief Nurse Executive at Duke University Health System and Vice Dean for Clinical Affairs at Duke University School of Nursing
In this episode, Terry McDonnell, DNP, RN, ACNP-BC, Senior Vice President and Chief Nurse Executive at Duke University Health System and Vice Dean for Clinical…
Becker’s Healthcare PodcastBuilding Better Health Plans for Small Businesses with Meredith Duncan
In this episode, Meredith Duncan, president and CEO of Texicare, discusses expanding access to affordable health coverage for small businesses, virtual care…
Becker’s Healthcare PodcastBuilding a Stronger Patient Experience Through Employee Engagement with Jill Mabry
In this episode, Jill Mabry, Vice President of Patient Experience, Novant Health, discusses how investing in team member engagement, recognition, culture, and…
Becker’s Healthcare PodcastUsing AI to Turn Healthcare Data Into Actionable Insights with Dr. Cheng-Kai Kao
This episode recorded live at the Becker's 11th Annual Health IT + Digital Health + RCM Conference features Cheng-Kai Kao, MD, FACP, SFHM, Chief Medical…
Becker’s Healthcare PodcastLeadership, Resilience and the Power of Whole Person Care with Dr. Anthony Hilliard
In this episode, Dr. Anthony Hilliard, President of Loma Linda University Health and CEO of Loma Linda University Health, Hospitals, shares lessons from his…
Becker’s Healthcare PodcastHealth System Margins, Growth, and M&A with Alan Condon
In this episode, Alan Condon, Editor-in-Chief at Becker's Healthcare, discusses improving financial performance among major health systems, growth strategies…
Becker’s Healthcare PodcastRethinking What Health Systems Should Own, Build, and Partner On with Laura Dyrda
In this episode, Laura Dyrda, Vice President, Editor-in-Chief, Becker's Healthcare, discusses health system restructuring, the shift toward strategic…
Becker’s Healthcare PodcastScaling AI Across Healthcare With Better Data, Governance and Clinical Context with Nari Gopala
This episode recorded live at the Becker's 11th Annual Health IT + Digital Health + RCM Conference features Nari Gopala, Chief Digital Officer, Mayo Clinic…
Becker’s Healthcare PodcastBuilding Sustainable Rural Healthcare Workforce Solutions
In this episode, Dr. Ryan J. Gates, Senior Vice President and Executive Dean, Western Governors University Leavitt School of Health, discusses using rural…
Becker’s Healthcare PodcastCommunity and Clinical Workflow Insights for Hypertension Care: Part 3
In this episode, Shea Swick, Lead Pharmacist, RxCare Charitable Pharmacy, OhioHealth Riverside Community Medicine, discusses how pharmacist-led remote blood…
Becker’s Healthcare PodcastThe Case for Anesthesia-First Leadership
In this episode, Sean Bitts, CRNA and Vice President of Clinical Affairs at CCI Anesthesia, and Alex Gorecki, President of CCI Anesthesia, explore why a…
Becker’s Healthcare PodcastScott Becker - 6 Healthcare Stories Shaping the Industry 10-7-26
In this episode, Scott Becker highlights physician shortages, health system CEO turnover, healthcare job growth, rising hospital costs, physician non-compete…
Becker’s Healthcare PodcastWhy Schneck Medical Center Prioritizes Interoperability to Remain Independent
In this episode, Schneck Medical Center Vice President and Chief Information Officer Craig Rice discusses the importance of interoperability for independent…
Becker’s Healthcare PodcastAI Tools, Physician Alignment and the Future of Clinical Care at UNC Health
In this episode, Matthew Ewend, MD, President, UNC Physicians; Chief Clinical Officer, UNC Health, discusses how AI-powered ambient scribing and chart…
Becker’s Healthcare PodcastGarrick Stoldt, CPA, FHFMA, Vice President and Chief Financial Officer at Saint Peter’s Healthcare System
In this episode, Garrick Stoldt, CPA, FHFMA, Vice President and Chief Financial Officer at Saint Peter’s Healthcare System, joins the podcast to discuss…
Becker’s Healthcare PodcastTransforming Care Delivery at MSU Health Care with Mark Smith
In this episode, Mark Smith, CMO, MSU Health Care, discusses operational transformation, Epic implementation, physician engagement and expanding primary care…
Becker’s Healthcare PodcastAdvancing Connected Care Through AI, Data Integration and Clinical Communication with Dr. Stephen Williams
This episode recorded live at the Becker's 11th Annual Health IT + Digital Health + RCM Conference features Stephen Williams, MD, MBA, MS, FACS, Associate CMO…
Becker’s Healthcare PodcastHow Healthcare Organizations Are Navigating Growing Anesthesia Staffing, Cost, and Coverage Pressures
In this episode, Steve Mason, President, Avanza + MedHQ, and Zachary Phillips, Vice President of Advisory Services, Avanza + MedHQ, discuss the growing…
Becker’s Healthcare PodcastLeadership Lessons on People, Healthcare Transformation and the Power of Listening: Part 2
In Part 2 of this two-part episode, Mark Clement, the former president and CEO of TriHealth, discusses the healthcare bets that have paid off, the shift toward…
Becker’s Healthcare PodcastUChicago Medicine’s Finance Strategy for Growth, AI and Revenue Cycle Transformation
In this episode, Chris Allen, CFO, UChicago Medicine, discusses his priorities for strengthening financial operations, supporting system growth, modernizing…
Becker’s Healthcare PodcastRethinking Patient Intake to Drive Revenue and Improve the Patient Experience
In this episode, Victor Zamora, Executive Vice President of Customer Care, Med-Metrix, discusses how accurate patient intake, technology integration, real-time…
Becker’s Healthcare PodcastNo Surprises Act’s Impact on Emergency Medicine Spending and IDR
In this episode, Patrick Velliky, Chief External Affairs Officer, HaloMD, discusses new research on the No Surprises Act, emergency medicine reimbursement, and…
Becker’s Healthcare PodcastBuilding Systemness Without Creating More Red Tape with Aaron Chang
In this episode, Aaron Chang, FACHE, President, East Region, Jefferson Health, discusses balancing regional and system-level leadership, creating greater…
Becker’s Healthcare PodcastAmy Hart, CEO of Cuyuna Regional Medical Center in Minnesota
In this episode, Amy Hart, CEO of Cuyuna Regional Medical Center in Minnesota, joins the podcast to discuss the importance of staying healthy physically…
Becker’s Healthcare PodcastKatherine Yale, DDS, of PDS Health
In this episode, Katherine Yale, DDS, of PDS Health, joins the podcast to discuss developing diagnostic confidence and the role effective mentorship can play…
Becker’s Healthcare PodcastAnkit Rohatgi, MD, MBA, FACP, CPE, Vice President of Physician Advisory and Utilization Management at University of Cincinnati Health
In this episode, Ankit Rohatgi, MD, MBA, FACP, CPE, Vice President of Physician Advisory and Utilization Management at University of Cincinnati Health, joins…
Becker’s Healthcare PodcastChris Johnson, Founder and CEO of Bluebird Kids Health
In this episode, Chris Johnson, Founder and CEO of Bluebird Kids Health, joins the podcast to discuss managing the health of a broader patient population and…
Becker’s Healthcare PodcastJeremy Cauwels, MD, Chief Medical Officer at Sanford Health
In this episode, Jeremy Cauwels, MD, Chief Medical Officer at Sanford Health, joins the podcast to discuss how Sanford is using AI and virtual care to expand…
Becker’s Healthcare PodcastTeaching Empathy and Compassion in Dental Education with Dr. Leonardo Marchini & Dr. Brendan Young
In this episode, Leonardo Marchini, DDS, MSD, PhD, Professor and DEO of the Department of Preventive and Community Dentistry at the University of Iowa College…
Becker’s Healthcare PodcastKaren Ignagni on Affordability, Medicaid and the Future of Health Insurance
In this episode, Karen Ignagni, CEO, EmblemHealth, discusses the evolving Medicaid landscape, healthcare affordability, interoperability, and how health plans…
Becker’s Healthcare PodcastLeadership Lessons on People, Healthcare Transformation and the Power of Listening: Part 1
In Part 1 of this two-part episode, Mark Clement, the former President and CEO of TriHealth, reflects on his decision to retire, the importance of succession…
Becker’s Healthcare PodcastScott Becker - 5 Stories We Are Following at Becker's Healthcare 10-2-26
In this episode, Scott Becker examines Medicare Advantage exits, physician cognitive testing, AI's impact on healthcare leadership, rising physician…
Becker’s Healthcare PodcastWhy Health Systems Should Be Thinking About MR-Guided Focused Ultrasound Right Now
In this episode, Jake Ghannam, Executive Vice President and Chief Commercial Officer of Insightec, discusses how MR-guided focused ultrasound can expand access…
Becker’s Healthcare PodcastKathy Donovan, Senior Vice President and Chief Operating Officer at Hospital Sisters Health System
In this episode, Kathy Donovan, Senior Vice President and Chief Operating Officer at Hospital Sisters Health System, joins the podcast to discuss developing a…
Becker’s Healthcare PodcastDr. Andy Anderson, Chief Medical Officer and Chief Quality Officer at RWJBarnabas Healh
In this episode, Dr. Andy Anderson, Chief Medical Officer and Chief Quality Officer at RWJBarnabas Healh, shares how the system is improving mortality outcomes…
Becker’s Healthcare PodcastScott Becker - We Need More Doctors 10-1-26
In this episode, Scott Becker discusses physician shortages, the role of AI and advanced practice providers, and why shortening the lengthy medical education…
Becker’s Healthcare PodcastMedicare Advantage Shifts and AI's Growing Role in Health Insurance with Jakob Emerson
In this episode, Jakob Emerson, Associate News Director, Becker’s Healthcare, discusses Medicare Advantage insurers exiting markets, plan and benefit changes…
Becker’s Healthcare PodcastUsing AI and Connected Care to Improve Primary Care with Katherine Adams
This episode recorded live at the Becker's 11th Annual Health IT + Digital Health + RCM Conference features Katherine Adams, MS, Director, Clinical Operations…
Becker’s Healthcare PodcastMedicare Advantage Market Disruption and the Future of Risk Adjustment with Ceci Connolly
In this episode, Ceci Connolly, President and CEO, Alliance of Community Health Plans (ACHP), discusses Medicare Advantage market disruption, plan exits…