In this episode, Scott Becker discusses healthcare workforce strategies, highlighting HCA Midwest's partnership with Avila University and Cottage Hospital's initiatives to "grow their own" staff. He also explores significant facility investments by UT Southwestern and Mass General Brigham, updates on healthcare stock performance, and insights into …

In this episode, Alan Condon speaks with Melissa Waibel, CEO of Guam Surgery Center, about her journey from perioperative nursing to leading a cutting-edge ASC in a remote U.S. territory. Melissa shares insights into overcoming supply chain challenges, fostering innovation, and recruiting rotating surgeons to enhance healthcare access on the island…

Join us as we delve into the intricate world of post-acute care with Phyllis Wojtusik, Executive Vice President of Value-Based Care and Kristen Klopp, Network Program Manager. They discuss the growing importance of post-acute care, the impact of value-based contracts, and the strategies to improve patient outcomes and reduce costs. Learn how to lev…

In this episode, Jennifer Shermo, Chief Growth Officer at Security Health Plan, shares her insights on tackling healthcare challenges in rural communities, navigating Medicare Advantage trends, and leveraging innovation and collaboration to enhance care. Jennifer also discusses the future of healthcare leadership and the importance of adaptability …

This episode, recorded live at Becker’s Healthcare 9th Annual Health IT + Digital Health + RCM Annual Meeting, features Dr. Bimal Desai, Chief Health Informatics Officer at Children's Hospital of Philadelphia. Dr. Desai discusses transformative technologies like AI, CHIPS platforms, and remote patient monitoring, emphasizing their potential to redu…

In this episode, Alan Condon speaks with Melissa Waibel, CEO of Guam Surgery Center, about her journey from perioperative nursing to leading a cutting-edge ASC in a remote U.S. territory. Melissa shares insights into overcoming supply chain challenges, fostering innovation, and recruiting rotating surgeons to enhance healthcare access on the island…

In this episode, Alan Condon speaks with Melissa Waibel, CEO of Guam Surgery Center, about her journey from perioperative nursing to leading a cutting-edge ASC in a remote U.S. territory. Melissa shares insights into overcoming supply chain challenges, fostering innovation, and recruiting rotating surgeons to enhance healthcare access on the island…

In this episode of the Becker's Healthcare Podcast, Scott Becker sits down with Caleb Ashmore, Orthopedic Rehab Services Supervisor at Harris Health System. Caleb shares valuable insights for emerging leaders, including the power of connecting personally with your team, balancing support with autonomy, and embracing vulnerability in leadership.…

Eric Schnapp, CEO at Resolve Pain Solutions, discusses strategies for balancing growth and cost management in healthcare. He delves into enhancing the provider and patient experience, emphasizing the role of well-prepared staff in addressing patients' financial concerns with empathy and clarity. Schnapp offers insights into achieving operational ef…

Eric Schnapp, CEO at Resolve Pain Solutions, discusses strategies for balancing growth and cost management in healthcare. He delves into enhancing the provider and patient experience, emphasizing the role of well-prepared staff in addressing patients' financial concerns with empathy and clarity. Schnapp offers insights into achieving operational ef…

Eric Schnapp, CEO at Resolve Pain Solutions, discusses strategies for balancing growth and cost management in healthcare. He delves into enhancing the provider and patient experience, emphasizing the role of well-prepared staff in addressing patients' financial concerns with empathy and clarity. Schnapp offers insights into achieving operational ef…

In this episode, Garrick J. Stoldt, VP Finance, CFO, CPA, FHFMA at Saint Peter's Healthcare System, discusses the impact of increased payer denials in the post-COVID era and how Saint Peter's Healthcare System is restructuring to address these challenges. He also delves into the transformative potential of AI in healthcare, exploring its role in fi…

Cherie Whiting, Administrator at Lakeshore Surgery Center, shares her expertise on fostering long-term employee retention and enhancing workplace satisfaction. She highlights strategies for creating a positive employee environment, from improving facilities to cultivating a supportive culture. Whiting also connects the dots between employee well-be…

Cherie Whiting, Administrator at Lakeshore Surgery Center, shares her expertise on fostering long-term employee retention and enhancing workplace satisfaction. She highlights strategies for creating a positive employee environment, from improving facilities to cultivating a supportive culture. Whiting also connects the dots between employee well-be…

Cherie Whiting, Administrator at Lakeshore Surgery Center, shares her expertise on fostering long-term employee retention and enhancing workplace satisfaction. She highlights strategies for creating a positive employee environment, from improving facilities to cultivating a supportive culture. Whiting also connects the dots between employee well-be…

Mariz Tanious, Chief Dental Officer at Affinity Dental Management, discusses the evolving role of technology within the dental industry. She highlights recent advancements, particularly the integration of automation in areas like patient scheduling, which streamlines administrative processes and enhances clinic efficiency. Tanious shares her perspe…

In this episode, Dr. Pedro Martinez-Clark, Medical Director at Amavita Heart & Vascular Health, discusses his practice's growth in Miami, the impact of Medicare Advantage trends, and the transition to value-based care. He also explores the role of innovative technologies in improving patient experiences and expanding outpatient cardiovascular proce…

In this episode, Dr. Pedro Martinez-Clark, Medical Director at Amavita Heart & Vascular Health, discusses his practice's growth in Miami, the impact of Medicare Advantage trends, and the transition to value-based care. He also explores the role of innovative technologies in improving patient experiences and expanding outpatient cardiovascular proce…

In this episode, Dr. Pedro Martinez-Clark, Medical Director at Amavita Heart & Vascular Health, discusses his practice's growth in Miami, the impact of Medicare Advantage trends, and the transition to value-based care. He also explores the role of innovative technologies in improving patient experiences and expanding outpatient cardiovascular proce…

Dr. Lynne Fiscus, President and Chief Executive Officer at UNC Physicians Network shares her experience leading UNC Physicians Network through the challenges of Hurricane Helene. She emphasizes the importance of disaster preparedness in maintaining uninterrupted care for patients during crises. Dr. Fiscus discusses strategies implemented to address…

This episode, recorded live at Becker's The Future of Dentistry Roundtable, features Demias Pegues, CEO of MyOrthodontist North Carolina. Demias discusses his journey from engineering to healthcare leadership, shares strategies for enhancing patient accessibility and retention, and emphasizes the importance of aligning team incentives to drive succ…

This episode, recorded live at the Becker’s Healthcare 2024 Fall Payer Issues Roundtable, features Angela Perri, Chief Medicare Officer, UPMC Health Plan. Here, she discusses the significant barriers created by lack of access to care and emphasizes the center's commitment to people-first values. Angela also shares how their benefit design supports …

This episode, recorded live at Becker’s Healthcare 9th Annual Health IT + Digital Health + RCM Meeting, features Dr. Ann Cappellari, CMIO of SSM Health. Dr. Cappellari discusses the transformative potential of AI in healthcare, the importance of problem-driven tech adoption, and how integrating technology with clinical workflows can enhance patient…

This episode, recorded live at the Becker’s Healthcare 30th Annual The Business and Operations of ASCs, features Gabriel Figueroa, Administrator and COO of Manhattan Reproductive Surgery Center. Here, he discusses the significance of organized scheduling and its positive impact on both patients and staff. Gabriel also addresses strategies for mitig…

This episode, recorded live at the Becker’s Healthcare 30th Annual The Business and Operations of ASCs, features Gabriel Figueroa, Administrator and COO of Manhattan Reproductive Surgery Center. Here, he discusses the significance of organized scheduling and its positive impact on both patients and staff. Gabriel also addresses strategies for mitig…

This episode, recorded live at the Becker’s Healthcare 30th Annual The Business and Operations of ASCs, features Gabriel Figueroa, Administrator and COO of Manhattan Reproductive Surgery Center. Here, he discusses the significance of organized scheduling and its positive impact on both patients and staff. Gabriel also addresses strategies for mitig…

This episode, recorded live at the Becker’s Healthcare 12th Annual CEO + CFO Roundtable, features Amy Mansue, President & CEO of Inspira Health. Amy discusses addressing healthcare disparities in underserved rural communities, tackling cybersecurity threats, leveraging AI for clinical and administrative advancements, and the strategic growth initia…

Join Josh Clark and Kedar Mate from the Institute for Healthcare Improvement (IHI) as they explore the innovative role of care operating systems in transforming patient care. They discuss how an integrated OS approach enhances quality, safety, and patient experience, and share success stories of CareOS implementations. Learn critical strategies and…

Armen Voskeridjian, Director of Anesthesia Services at Jefferson Surgery Center at The Navy Yard, explores the rise of non-narcotic procedures for patients, highlighting advancements and benefits within anesthesia services. He addresses financial concerns facing surgery centers and the strategies required to navigate these challenges. Additionally,…

Armen Voskeridjian, Director of Anesthesia Services at Jefferson Surgery Center at The Navy Yard, explores the rise of non-narcotic procedures for patients, highlighting advancements and benefits within anesthesia services. He addresses financial concerns facing surgery centers and the strategies required to navigate these challenges. Additionally,…

Armen Voskeridjian, Director of Anesthesia Services at Jefferson Surgery Center at The Navy Yard, explores the rise of non-narcotic procedures for patients, highlighting advancements and benefits within anesthesia services. He addresses financial concerns facing surgery centers and the strategies required to navigate these challenges. Additionally,…

In this episode, Dr. Colleen Gaughan, thoracic surgeon at AdventHealth Celebration, joins the Becker’s Healthcare Podcast during Lung Cancer Awareness Month to discuss advancements in early detection and her pioneering use of CYTALUX for intraoperative molecular imaging. Learn how these innovations are transforming lung cancer care and hear her adv…

In this episode, Jakob Emerson, Associate News Director at Becker’s Healthcare, explores the implications of Dr. Mehmet Oz’s nomination to lead CMS, UnitedHealth Group’s ongoing antitrust battles, and the evolving role of Medicare Advantage in the payer landscape. Tune in for expert analysis on these pivotal healthcare developments.…

In this episode, Chris Wasel, President, Marketing & Strategic Partnerships at Vantage Healthcare shares insights into his background & scope of his current role, Vantage Healthcare’s growth strategy, what traits the most effective healthcare leaders will need to be successful in the coming years, and more.…

This Becker's Podcast episode dives into updates to the Current Procedural Terminology (CPT) code set for 2025. Coding experts, Elaine Dunn and Jessica Edmiston from nimble solutions, a leading surgical revenue cycle management company, preview the key changes and their impact on Ambulatory Surgical Centers. From digital medicine to artificial inte…

This Becker's Podcast episode dives into updates to the Current Procedural Terminology (CPT) code set for 2025. Coding experts, Elaine Dunn and Jessica Edmiston from nimble solutions, a leading surgical revenue cycle management company, preview the key changes and their impact on Ambulatory Surgical Centers. From digital medicine to artificial inte…

This Becker's Podcast episode dives into updates to the Current Procedural Terminology (CPT) code set for 2025. Coding experts, Elaine Dunn and Jessica Edmiston from nimble solutions, a leading surgical revenue cycle management company, preview the key changes and their impact on Ambulatory Surgical Centers. From digital medicine to artificial inte…

This episode, recorded live at the Becker’s Healthcare 9th Annual Health IT + Digital Health + RCM Annual Meeting, features Dr. Nabil Chehade, Chief Clinical Transformation Officer at MetroHealth. Dr. Chehade discusses the transformative potential of AI in predictive analytics and diagnostics, strategies for managing clinical data integration, and …

In this episode, Alan Condon, Editor-in-Chief at Becker's Healthcare, highlights the latest financial trends in healthcare, including hospital system restructuring, leadership role reductions, and major mergers and acquisitions like Prospect Medical Holdings’ planned sales. Tune in for insights on how healthcare systems are navigating ongoing finan…

This episode, recorded live at the Becker’s Healthcare 12th Annual CEO + CFO Roundtable, features Alan Fisher, CEO of Woodlawn Health. Alan discusses balancing technology investments like cybersecurity and AI, addressing payer challenges, and fostering rural healthcare through physician recruitment and OB services. In collaboration with R1 (https:/…

This episode, recorded live at the Becker’s Healthcare 30th Annual The Business and Operations of ASCs, features Dr. Tripp Gordon, Co-Medical Director at Northway Surgery and Pain Center. Here, he shares insights on navigating the challenges of working with insurance companies and emphasizes the importance of a patient-centric approach. Dr. Gordon …

This episode, recorded live at the Becker’s Healthcare 30th Annual The Business and Operations of ASCs, features Dr. Tripp Gordon, Co-Medical Director at Northway Surgery and Pain Center. Here, he shares insights on navigating the challenges of working with insurance companies and emphasizes the importance of a patient-centric approach. Dr. Gordon …

In this episode, Laura Dyrda, Vice President and Editor-in-Chief at Becker's Healthcare, shares key takeaways from major health system financial reports, including CommonSpirit, Advocate Health, and Intermountain Health. She also explores Moody's 2025 projections, highlighting labor costs, inflation, supply chain challenges, and strategies for main…

In this episode, Dr. Crystal Clark, the CMO for the Community Health Choices Program at UPMC Health Plan, discusses the vital role of addressing food insecurity and other social determinants of health. Dr. Clark shares insights on UPMC’s programs, including meal delivery, healthy food allowances, and community partnerships that are transforming hea…

In this episode of the Becker's ASC Podcast, Alan Condon is joined by Caleb Miller, MBA, Senior Vice President of Carle Specialty and Ambulatory Care. Caleb discusses the trends reshaping the ASC landscape, the integration of cutting-edge technologies like the DaVinci robotic system and AI, and Carle Health's forward-looking approach to delivering …

In this episode of the Becker's ASC Podcast, Alan Condon is joined by Caleb Miller, MBA, Senior Vice President of Carle Specialty and Ambulatory Care. Caleb discusses the trends reshaping the ASC landscape, the integration of cutting-edge technologies like the DaVinci robotic system and AI, and Carle Health's forward-looking approach to delivering …

In this episode, Dr. Sachin Jain, CEO of SCAN Group, and Vishal Vasishth, Managing Director of Obvious Ventures, discuss the reemergence of the South Asian Healthcare Leadership Forum. They explore its role in fostering connection, mentorship, and impact among South Asian leaders, and share their insights on addressing healthcare challenges, buildi…

Peter D. Banko, President and CEO of Baystate Health, emphasizes the significance of fostering a strong sense of community within the organization as a key driver of success. Banko highlights how a cohesive internal culture not only supports individual well-being but also aligns with Baystate’s broader goals. He also discusses strategies for reachi…

Dr. Greg Colbath, an Orthopaedic Surgeon with Spartanburg Regional Healthcare System, fellowship trained in sports medicine and shoulder reconstruction. discusses the challenges patients face with opioid management after surgery in an ASC setting. He explores the importance of proper at-home drug disposal for patient safety and satisfaction, partic…

Dr. Greg Colbath, an Orthopaedic Surgeon with Spartanburg Regional Healthcare System, fellowship trained in sports medicine and shoulder reconstruction. discusses the challenges patients face with opioid management after surgery in an ASC setting. He explores the importance of proper at-home drug disposal for patient safety and satisfaction, partic…