Becker’s Healthcare Podcast

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

 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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

On this episode, Kyle Benoit, Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer at Bayhealth joins the podcast to discuss challenges around access and cost of care, strategies for optimizing the organization’s technology footprint, and navigating Medicaid cuts. He also shares insights on expanding and improving the ambulatory care footprint while maintaining high-quality patient outcomes.

On this episode, Matthew Cantonis, MBA, Senior Vice President and Chief Operating Officer of USF Tampa General Physicians joins the podcast to discuss how leadership culture drives improvements in patient access. He highlights the role of agentic communication in reducing manual touchpoints, the importance of data transparency in decision-making, and how academic expansion will shape the future of access across the system.

This episode recorded live at Becker’s 31st Annual The Business and Operations of ASCs features Patrick Garman, Executive Administrator, Spartan Health Surgicenter. He discusses key forces driving ASC growth, the evolving role of technology, and how physician-led decision making shapes effective partnerships and long-term sustainability.

 In this episode, Dr. Allyson Brooks, the Ginny Ueberroth Executive Medical Director Endowed Chair of the Hoag Women’s Health Institute, discusses how Hoag is transforming menopause care through multidisciplinary collaboration, education, and community engagement. She shares how the FDA’s recent hormone therapy update and women’s growing advocacy are reshaping the future of midlife health.

This episode recorded live at Becker’s 31st Annual The Business and Operations of ASCs features Tricia Wollam, CASC Administrator, Alliance Surgery Center. She shares insights on the key trends driving ASC market growth, the impact of higher acuity procedures, and how technologies like EHRs are transforming efficiency and care coordination.

In this episode, Dr. Saria Saccocio, Chief Medical Officer at Essence Healthcare, explains how strong provider partnerships, real time data, and a member centered approach drive the plan’s four and a half star performance. She also shares how addressing social needs and listening closely to members shapes future benefit design and care delivery.

In this episode, Steve Tringale, President of Mass General Brigham Health Plan, shares how the organization is expanding its product portfolio, entering the dual eligible market, and investing in integrated digital care management to better support members across all stages of life.

On this episode, Dr. Vladimir Manuel, Vice Chair of Clinical Affairs for the Department of Family Medicine, and Scott Jahnke, Senior Director of Operations at UCLA Health, join the podcast to discuss de-escalation of care, improving decision-making effectiveness and efficiency in healthcare, reducing admission rates, and operationalizing data to drive better outcomes.

This episode recorded live at the 10th Annual Health IT + Digital Health + RCM Annual Meeting features Emily Jacobsen, VP Clinical Systems and Chief of Clinical Informatics at the University of Maryland Medical System. She discusses how her team advances AI use cases, strengthens virtual care, and balances innovation with governance, clinician needs, and rapidly evolving legislation.

On this episode, Janet L. Carlson, MSN, BSN, RN, NE-BC, FACHE, Vice President of ASC Operations at Commonwealth Pain & Spine | Advanced Surgical Institute, joins the podcast to discuss advancements with AI, the growth of the ASC space over the next year including the rise of multi-specialty centers, and how her team continues to prioritize patient satisfaction.

In this episode, Vijay Bachani, President and Chief Growth Officer of New York Bariatric Group, discusses ASC trends, expansion opportunities, and how partnerships, negotiation leverage, and high BMI capabilities position his organization for strong growth in the year ahead.

In this episode, Brenna T. Loufek, Director of AI Regulatory and Quality at Mayo Clinic, discusses how the organization safely translates AI innovations into clinical practice. She explains governance frameworks, ethical considerations, and strategies for deploying AI tools to support both administrative efficiency and clinical decision-making while maintaining trust and patient safety. - The views expressed are Brenna’s personal views, and do not necessarily reflect the policy or position of Mayo Clinic.

In this episode, Aron Klein shares insights on the top revenue cycle pressures facing health systems today, including payer policies, rising denials, and regulatory uncertainty, while also discussing how Carle Health is using automation and systemwide efficiencies to strengthen performance and improve patient access.

On this episode, Clay Holderman, Chief Executive Officer, Healthcare and Strategic Advisor at AVIA, and Neil Gomes, Executive Vice President at AVIA, join the podcast to discuss managing capacity constraints and labor shortages within health systems, as well as AVIA’s role in advancing digital transformation. They share how agentic AI and responsible tech adoption can improve operations and the importance of human validation in AI-supported workflows.

This episode recorded live at the 10th Annual Health IT + Digital Health + RCM Annual Meeting features Jill McKinney, Chief Nurse Informatics Officer, Novant Health. She discusses how AI driven tools like ambient documentation and virtual monitoring are improving clinician workflows, enhancing patient safety, and shaping strategic responses to emerging legislation.

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.

This episode features Tim Fuchs, Chief Growth Officer, and Amanda Whitener, Senior Director of Client Development at nimble solutions. They share actionable strategies ASCs can use to accelerate cash flow, strengthen revenue cycle performance, and stay proactive in the face of rising costs, increasing payer complexity, and ongoing industry uncertainty.

This episode is sponsored by nimble solutions.

In this episode, Matthew Harinstein, MD, MBA, VP and Associate CMO at Northwell, discusses how AI tools, system integration, and strong organizational culture are improving clinical workflows, expanding access, and enhancing patient care across the growing Northwell Health network.

This episode recorded live at Becker’s 31st Annual The Business and Operations of ASCs features Nyleen Flores, Owner, Med Elevate Solutions. She discusses the forces accelerating ASC market growth, how deeper tech integration and AI are reshaping operations, and the opportunities ASC leaders have to strengthen efficiency and collaboration.

In this episode, Dr. Peggy Greco of Nemours Children’s Health and Rachel Hamilton of NRC Health, discuss how their organizations use equity centered data, communication tools, and patient voice to close experience gaps and improve outcomes for children and families.

This episide is sponsored by NRC Health.

This episode features Anthony Locascio, Chief Technology Officer for Hospital Patient Monitoring at Philips, and Benjamin Millmann, Lead Clinical Informaticist at M Health Fairview. They discuss how health systems can shift from a prevention mindset to one focused on resilience, strengthen cybersecurity across connected devices, and build partnerships between vendors, clinicians, and IT teams to safeguard patient care amid rising digital threats.

This episode is sponsored by Philips.

This episode recorded live at the 10th Annual Health IT + Digital Health + RCM Annual Meeting features John Gachago, Vice President, Digital Innovation, Parrish Healthcare. He discusses responsible AI governance, digital transformation for rural and underserved populations, and the importance of balancing innovation with patient centered value and trust.

In this episode, Scott Becker highlights ten major developments in healthcare, including hospital closures, job cuts, systems dropping Medicare Advantage, leadership changes, and more.

This episode recorded live at the Becker’s 13th Annual CEO + CFO Roundtable features Chris Harrison, CPA, CEO, Quorum Health. He discusses Quorum’s growth strategy, the transformative impact of AI on clinical efficiency and rural care delivery, and how technology partnerships are reshaping patient and provider experiences.

In collaboration with R1.

In this episode, Shannon Libbert, Senior Partner at Kingsley Gate, shares insights on how healthcare leaders can navigate workforce challenges, harness AI as an enabler, and strengthen trust through clarity, courage, and connection to drive meaningful organizational transformation.

This episode is sponsored by Kingsley Gate.

In this episode, Erin Hodson, MSN, Vice President of Revenue Cycle at Inova Health, shares how emerging AI tools, evolving team skill sets, and new patient financial needs are reshaping denials management, operational strategy, and the overall revenue cycle experience.

This episode recorded live at the 10th Annual Health IT + Digital Health + RCM Annual Meeting features Henry Stokman, Principal, ECG Management Consultants, and Edwina Bhaskaran, MSN, RN, Chief Clinical Systems and Informatics Officer, Mayo Clinic. They discuss how health systems can balance innovation and risk in AI adoption, evaluate vendor partnerships, and build sustainable strategies for automation and digital transformation.

This episide is sponsored by ECG Management Consultants.