Aug. 10, 2026

Dr. Rob Sumter on Building Sustainable Growth Through Leadership, AI, and Operational Excellence

Dr. Rob Sumter on Building Sustainable Growth Through Leadership, AI, and Operational Excellence
Dr. Rob Sumter on Building Sustainable Growth Through Leadership, AI, and Operational Excellence
Becker’s Healthcare Podcast
Dr. Rob Sumter on Building Sustainable Growth Through Leadership, AI, and Operational Excellence

In this episode, Rob Sumter, PhD, FACHE, President, Saint Joseph Hospital; Executive Vice President and Market Chief Operating Officer, Ascension, discusses how disciplined execution, investing in people, and thoughtfully applying AI are driving long-term sustainability. He also shares why staying agile, communicating through change, and keeping patients at the center are essential to successful healthcare transformation.