Episodes

In this episode, Leon Clark, Vice President, Chief Academic Affairs Officer and Designated Institutional Official at Sutter Health, and Dr. Peter Broderick, Director, Undergraduate Medical Education Department, Executive Consultant, Graduate Medical Education, Sutter Health, discuss Sutter Health’s partnership with Charles R. Drew University to strengthen the physician pipeline. They explore scholarships, clinical training, mentorship, financial sustainability and building long-term pathways to ...

In this episode, Andrew Chang, Chief Marketing Officer, UChicago Medicine, discusses using AI and marketing technology to improve patient access, measure ROI, support responsible growth and transform the healthcare experience. He also shares UChicago Medicine's plans for its new cancer center and its broader vision for the future of care.

In this episode, Michael Gentry, CEO of Kettering Health, shares lessons on leadership, maintaining balance, supporting colleagues through challenges, and making thoughtful decisions around risk and opportunity.

In this episode, Alan Condon, Editor-in-Chief at Becker's Healthcare, discusses the surge in healthcare mergers, acquisitions, strategic affiliations and joint ventures as health systems respond to financial pressures and upcoming reimbursement changes. He highlights major deals across the country and examines why scale, partnerships and economies of scale are becoming increasingly important for hospitals and health systems.

In this episode, Laura Dyrda, Vice President, Editor-in-Chief, Becker's Healthcare, discusses the leadership strategies health systems need to navigate workforce strain, burnout and talent development. She also explores the opportunities and risks surrounding AI adoption, including governance, reskilling and using technology to improve decision-making and care delivery.

In this episode, Amy Mansue, CEO of Inspira Health, discusses navigating reimbursement pressures, expanding access, leveraging Epic and AI to improve care, and investing in the workforce and community. She also shares how Inspira is preparing for difficult decisions while keeping patients and community needs at the center.

In this episode, Casey Arends, Director Experience Strategy, Fairview, and William England, Ph.D., Strategic Advisor, Research, NRC Health, discuss NRC Health’s “The Currency of Time” report and how health systems can improve patient loyalty by making care both easier to access and more meaningful. Thia episode is sponsored by NRC Health.

In this episode, Akinwole “Aki” Garrett, Chief Executive Officer, BlackDoctor, discusses the evolution of BlackDoctor into a technology-enabled health services platform, with a focus on AI, personalization, trust and measurable health outcomes. He also shares his vision for leveraging technology, content and community to help close the health equity gap.

In this episode, Tony Ambrozie, Senior Vice President, Chief Digital & Technology Officer - Pharmacy, CVS Health Enterprise Digital, discusses Health 100, healthcare interoperability and how AI can help connect fragmented patient data, coordinate care and improve the consumer experience. He also shares his perspective on responsible AI, leadership and using technology to keep people at the center of healthcare transformation.

In this episode, Morgan Beschle, Vice President of Product at RevSpring, discusses the evolution of AI toward agentic workflows, why trusted data and a strong data foundation are critical, and how healthcare organizations can use risk frameworks and human oversight to build confidence in AI-driven actions. This episode is sponsored by RevSpring.

In this episode, Neil Machhar, Chief Executive Officer, Greenbrook Medical, discusses Greenbrook’s high-touch primary care model for seniors, its growing partnership with Tampa General Hospital, and plans for expansion. He also shares insights on Medicare Advantage headwinds, sustainable growth, and building a team-first culture.

In this episode, Anjalee W. Galion, MD, MBA, President, Medical Staff, Chief Physician Wellness Officer, CHOC Children’s Hospital, Rady Children’s Health Orange County, discusses expanding pediatric access and capacity, advancing research and innovation, leveraging AI, and supporting physician and workforce wellness.

In this episode, Roberta Tinch, President, Inova Mount Vernon Hospital, discusses building a strong culture, developing the healthcare workforce pipeline, and empowering frontline teams to transform care delivery. She also shares leadership lessons on staying curious, lifelong learning, and keeping people at the center of healthcare.

In this episode, Roberta Tinch, President, Inova Mount Vernon Hospital, discusses building a strong culture, developing the healthcare workforce pipeline, and empowering frontline teams to transform care delivery. She also shares leadership lessons on staying curious, lifelong learning, and keeping people at the center of healthcare.

In this episode, Dr. Ali Khan, Chief Medical Officer, Aetna Medicare, discusses new findings showing how value-based care improves clinical outcomes, preventive care and hospital utilization for Medicare members. He also shares how Aetna is supporting providers with risk-based arrangements, interoperability and care coordination.

In this episode, Mark J. Ricciardi, MD, Section Chief Interventional Cardiology and Structural Heart; Charles Walgreen Jr Chair, Endeavor Health (formerly NorthShore) Cardiovascular Institute; Clinical Prof University of Chicago Pritzker School of Medicine, discusses cardiovascular innovation, minimally invasive valve therapies, clinical trials and the importance of building a culture that prioritizes research alongside clinical care.

In this episode, Dr. C. Joe Northup, MD, FACS, FASMBS, Bariatric Surgeon & 40th President of the American Society for Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery (ASMBS), discusses the impact of GLP-1 medications on bariatric surgery, the durability and safety of surgical treatment, and expanding access to obesity care. He also shares leadership lessons, the future of metabolic care, and why obesity should be treated as a disease rather than a character flaw.

In this episode, James C. Wittig, MD, Founder and CEO of Mandala Medical Group, discusses his holistic approach to cancer care, the role of the mind-body connection, and his work integrating functional medicine, wellness, neurofeedback and other approaches alongside surgical care. He also shares his perspective on AI, physician burnout, patient engagement and the future of innovative cancer care.

In this episode, Asbel Montes, Co-Founder and Managing Partner, Solutions Group Services, discusses the future of healthcare through the lenses of data, physician leadership and consensus-driven decision making. He also shares insights from his book In Plain Sight, emphasizing grace, transparency and leadership principles that foster stronger teams and better outcomes.

In this episode, Amanda Free, Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Georgia Commercial President, discusses improving healthcare affordability, expanding access in rural communities, strengthening value-based care partnerships and helping members make smarter choices about where and how they receive care.

In this episode, Amir Barzin, DO, President of UNC Health Faculty Physicians and Chief Operating Officer of UNC Health Physicians, joins the podcast to discuss the importance of collaboration in improving the patient experience. He also shares insights on leveraging AI tools to support clinicians, streamline workflows, and create more efficient, patient-centered care.

In this episode, Naveen Mehrotra, MD, MPH, President, Medical Staff, Saint Peter's HealthCare System, discusses holistic pediatric care, physician leadership, and the importance of mentorship, purpose, and strong hospital-physician relationships.

In this episode, John W. Wood II, DHA, MBA, FACHE, Chief Executive Officer, PAM Rehabilitation Hospital of Sugar Land, discusses strengthening organizational culture, improving post-acute care outcomes, adopting AI responsibly, and the importance of continuous learning in healthcare leadership.

In this episode, Charles Powell, MD, MBA, Chief Executive Officer, Mount Sinai Respiratory Institute; Regional Medical Director, Mount Sinai Hospital Doctors Faculty Practice; System Division Chief, Pulmonary, Critical Care and Sleep Medicine, Mount Sinai Health System, discusses advances in respiratory care, lung cancer risks linked to air pollution, AI in clinical practice, and emerging approaches to preventing chronic disease.