Becker’s Healthcare Podcast

In this episode, Gary Janchenko, D.Sc., Chief Information Officer at Central Ohio Primary Care, joins the podcast to discuss how AI-powered note-writing tools are helping reduce the burden of clinical documentation. He shares his perspective on using AI to reconnect clinicians with the meaningful aspects of their work, emphasizing that the technology is designed to support and empower healthcare professionals rather than replace them.

This episode recorded live at the Becker’s 16th Annual Meeting features Joy White, Vice President and Chief Nursing Officer, Legacy Health Good Samaritan Medical Center, who shares insights on advancing access, excellence, and sustainability in healthcare delivery. She discusses building system thinking across nursing leadership, prioritizing what matters most, and strengthening workforce engagement through human-centered leadership and belonging.

In collaboration with Insight Global.

In this episode, Ryan Cameron, Executive Vice President, Chief Information & Innovation Officer, Children's Nebraska, shares how his team is leveraging AI, real-time data, and human-centered design to improve care delivery across pediatric settings. He discusses innovative initiatives ranging from school-based telehealth and Medicaid automation to command center technology and empowering clinicians to build their own digital solutions.

In this episode, Jakob Emerson, Associate News Director, Becker’s Healthcare, discusses Cigna’s decision to drop GLP-1 weight loss drug coverage for employees, the financial pressures facing health insurers, the challenges of implementing new Medicaid work requirements, and the ongoing retreat of provider-sponsored health plans.

In this episode, Erik Summers, MD, Chief Medical Officer, Division of Hospital Medicine at the Medical University of South Carolina, joins the podcast to discuss how healthcare organizations can attract and retain physicians through culture, transparency, and personalized recruitment experiences.

In this episode, Curtiss T. Stinis, MD, FACC, FSCAI, Clinical Professor of Medicine, Director of Peripheral Interventions, Interventional Cardiology, Scripps Clinic, joins the Becker’s Healthcare Podcast to discuss the latest TAVR durability data, key differences between leading valve platforms, and what health system leaders need to understand about lifetime valve management.

This episode is sponsored by Edwards Lifesciences.

In this episode, Daniel M. Sciubba, MD, MBA, Lucille & Milton Cohn Professor and Chair of Neurosurgery at the Zucker School of Medicine at Hofstra/Northwell and Senior Vice President of the Neurosurgery Service Line at Northwell Health, joins the podcast to discuss the growing importance of personalized, tailor-made approaches to healthcare. He also shares his perspective on the future of AI in healthcare and how emerging technologies may enhance clinical decision-making, efficiency, and patient outcomes.

In this episode, Isaiah Nathaniel, CPHIMS, Senior Vice President & Chief Information Officer (SVP & CIO), Delaware Valley Community Health, Inc., shares his vision for using AI, interoperability, and digital health to strengthen care delivery for underserved communities. He discusses leading a major Epic implementation, reducing administrative burdens for clinicians, and building a more connected healthcare ecosystem centered on the patient.

In this episode, Priya Bathija, CEO, Nyoo Health, discusses the opportunities for hospitals and health systems to improve women’s health across every stage of life, from maternal care to menopause and beyond. She also shares insights on patient education, health equity, and how her new podcast is helping women better navigate the healthcare system.

This episode recorded live at the Becker’s 16th Annual Meeting features Dr. Johnrich Levine, Chief Nursing Officer, Reeves Regional Health. He discusses the importance of workforce stability, leadership visibility, and long-term talent development while navigating the realities of resource-limited healthcare environments and preparing teams for the future of care delivery.

In collaboration with Insight Global.

In this episode, Peter George, MD, MBA, FACC, FASE, FASNC, Chief Medical Officer of Cardiovascular Services at UnityPoint Health, joins the podcast to discuss optimizing medical therapy and expanding outpatient care strategies to keep patients healthier and out of the hospital. He also shares approaches to lowering readmission rates and improving long-term cardiovascular outcomes through coordinated, proactive care.

In this episode, Mike Hopkins, Vice President of Supply Chain at Northwestern Medicine, joins the podcast to discuss building resiliency across healthcare supply chains and adapting to ongoing operational challenges. He also shares how growth within facilities is shaping supply chain strategy and supporting the evolving needs of patients and care teams.

This episode recorded live at the Becker’s 16th Annual Meeting features Kyle Kramer, Chief Executive Officer, Day Kimball Healthcare. He discusses the unique challenges and opportunities of delivering care in a rural health system, including workforce shortages, access and affordability, and the need to redesign care models and recruitment strategies to meet evolving community needs.

In collaboration with Insight Global.

In this episode, Tracy Peffley, System Vice President of Revenue Cycle Management at Cleveland Clinic, joins the podcast to discuss strengthening financial performance while improving the patient financial journey. She shares insights on the organization’s physician advisory program and explores how AI is expected to shape the future of revenue cycle operations and patient engagement.

In this episode, Scott MacLean, Senior Vice President and Chief Information Officer, MedStar Health, discusses the organization's Epic implementation, digital transformation strategy, and how AI, automation, and platform-based technology are shaping the future of patient care and operational efficiency.

In this episode, Jess Pfister, MBA, MS, CCC-SLP, Senior Director of Operations, Ambulatory Services, The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center, discusses the health system’s ambulatory growth strategy, the development of integrated outpatient care hubs, and how expanding access, specialized services, and community-based care will help meet the needs of a rapidly growing region.

This episode recorded live at the Becker’s 16th Annual Meeting features Christopher Ruppert, Vice President, Patient Care Services and Chief Nursing Officer, Mercy Hospital, Catholic Health. He shares how Mercy Hospital is rethinking nursing workforce strategy through transparent career pathways, sustainable staffing models, and long-term talent development to improve retention, quality outcomes, and patient care.

In collaboration with Insight Global.

In this episode, Jon Alford, CFO, UW Medicine and Vice President for Medical Affairs at the University of Washington, joins the podcast to discuss the evolving financial challenges facing academic medical centers, from labor costs to reimbursement pressures. He also shares how automation, operational efficiency, and frontline engagement are shaping his leadership approach in his new role.

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In this episode, Rory K.J. Murphy, MD, Board Certified Neurosurgeon, Barrow Brain and Spine, Associate Professor Barrow Neurological Institute, discusses how AI is improving clinical workflows, patient engagement, and surgical planning in neurosurgery.

In this episode, Tim Pierce, PharmD, MSHA, Administrative Director, Hospital Based Practice Service Lines, Indiana University Health, discusses his transition from pharmacy leadership into hospital administration, the strategic work behind anesthesia recruitment and retention, and how IU Health is building a more sustainable workforce model.

In this episode, Claudia Lucchinetti, MD, VP of Medical Affairs and Dean of the UT Austin Dell Medical School, discusses building an AI-native academic medical center, expanding access to advanced care in Central Texas, and integrating research, education, and clinical care into one connected ecosystem.

In this episode, Amy Lee, President and COO of Mass General Brigham's Nantucket Cottage Hospital,discusses leading a rural island hospital through seasonal population surges, workforce housing challenges, and care coordination for complex patients.

In this episode, Travis Doering, MD, Orthopedic Surgeon based in Austin, Texas, discusses launching what he describes as the first AI native medical clinic in the country. He shares how local AI infrastructure, human oversight, and workflow orchestration could reshape orthopedic practice operations, patient privacy, and care delivery.

In this episode, Amrit Kirpalani, CEO & Board Chair at NectarOM and CEO at NovaNav, shares how a personal family healthcare experience inspired the creation of NovaNav’s AI-enabled surgical navigation platform. He discusses how multimodal patient engagement, predictive analytics, and real-time care team insights are helping providers improve surgical preparedness, streamline recovery, and reduce administrative burden across healthcare organizations.

In this episode, Rick Anderson, Chairman and CEO at Hive Health, discusses his journey from helping launch WebMD to building companies focused on lowering the cost of care. He shares how Hive Health is using real-time pricing intelligence and AI-driven tools to help health systems reduce supply chain costs, improve operational efficiency, and navigate growing financial pressures across healthcare.

In this episode, Alexander Vaccaro, MD, PhD, MBA, President of Rothman Orthopaedics, discusses balancing surgeon autonomy with the realities of modern healthcare systems, aligning academic and clinical priorities, and preparing organizations for rapid technological and operational change.

In this episode, Melissa Brule, Director of Behavioral Health and Specialty Services at Elliot Health System, shares how her team transformed outpatient behavioral health access through a “no wrong door” intake model, rapid clinical assessments, and patient navigation support. She discusses the importance of matching patients to the right level of care, reducing barriers to treatment, and building a more coordinated, patient-centered behavioral health experience.

In this episode, Lisa Wright, President & CEO at Community Health Choice, discusses the evolving consumer experience in healthcare, the growing role of AI and automation in payer operations, and the affordability challenges shaping Medicaid and insurance markets.

In this episode, Brian Hasselfeld, MD, Executive Medical Director, Digital Health and Innovation, Associate Director, Johns Hopkins inHealth, Johns Hopkins Medicine, and Primary Care Physician, Johns Hopkins Community Physicians, shares his unconventional journey from investment banking to medicine and discusses how artificial intelligence and digital health are reshaping care delivery.

This episode recorded live at the Becker’s 16th Annual Meeting features Marsha Sinanan, Vice President, Patient Care Services and Chief Nursing Officer, Mount Sinai Morningside, Mount Sinai West, Mount Sinai Behavioral Health Center. Marsha Sinanan shares insights on post-strike recovery, rebuilding workforce trust, nursing strategy, AI governance, and how transparent leadership and frontline collaboration are shaping care delivery and workforce resilience.

In collaboration with Insight Global.

In this episode, Peter D. Banko, President and Chief Executive Officer of Baystate Health, discusses the leadership and workforce challenges facing healthcare today, the importance of balancing realism with optimism, and the inspiration behind his new book, “The Necessary Goodbye: How Great Leaders Fire with Clarity, Confidence, and Compassion”.

In this episode,  Dr. Huda Zoghbi, Director, Duncan Neurological Research Institute at Texas Children’s Hospital, Distinguished Service Professor, Baylor College of Medicine, and Investigator, Howard Hughes Medical Institute, discusses the institute’s groundbreaking work in solving neurological diseases, advancing therapies for autism, epilepsy, Alzheimer’s, and Parkinson’s, and the power of interdisciplinary collaboration, AI, and scientific risk-taking in transforming patient care.

In this episode, Lynn Ansley, Vice President of Revenue Cycle Management at Moffitt Cancer Center, joins the podcast to discuss how her team is leveraging automation, process optimization, and Epic implementation to transform revenue cycle operations.

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In this episode, Dave DeHommel, Senior Vice President and General Manager of Payer Solutions at Reveleer, discusses how Medicare Advantage plans can reduce RADV audit exposure through stronger clinical data infrastructure, prospective risk adjustment strategies, and year-round documentation readiness. Visit https://www.reveleer.com/solutions/radv-audit?utm_source=beckers&utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=260402--radv-b2g1 to learn more.

Arsenial Runion, Chief Executive Officer at the East Liberty Family Health Care Center (ELFHCC) in Pittsburgh, PA, joins the podcast to discuss leading a successful turnaround at a struggling federally qualified health center and expanding access to care through innovation and technology.

This episode recorded live at the Becker’s 16th Annual Meeting features Trevor Walker, Senior Vice President, Talent, Learning and Capabilities, CommonSpirit Health. He discusses preparing the healthcare workforce for rapid transformation, building adaptability and leadership capabilities at scale, and helping teams embrace AI and change while staying grounded in human connection and organizational culture.

In collaboration with Insight Global.

In this episode,. Alan Condon, Editor-in-Chief at Becker's Healthcare, breaks down the latest financial performance and strategic shifts among major nonprofit health systems including CommonSpirit, Ascension, and Trinity Health. He also discusses the growing focus on ambulatory surgery centers, Providence’s decision to wind down its health plan business, and the mounting pressures facing provider-sponsored insurance plans.

In this episode, Patrick Velliky, Chief External Affairs Officer at HaloMD, discusses insurer participation challenges in the IDR process, the impact of outlier arbitration awards, and how providers can better navigate the No Surprises Act landscape.

This episode is sponsored by HaloMD.

In this episode, Laura Dyrda, Vice President, Editor-in-Chief, Becker's Healthcare, discusses major healthcare trends shaping the industry, including Providence’s decision to wind down its insurance business, evolving hospital financial performance, and how health systems are approaching AI adoption and governance.

This episode recorded live at the Becker’s 16th Annual Meeting features Chris Bjornberg, Chief Executive Officer, Imperial Valley Healthcare District. He discusses leading a long anticipated hospital merger, aligning teams through uncertainty, and expanding access to care across Imperial County through collaboration, innovation, and strategic service line growth.

In collaboration with Insight Global.