Beckers Healthcare Podcast

In this episode, Scott Becker speaks with Jakob Emerson, Associate News Director at Becker’s Healthcare, about the tragic assassination of UnitedHealthcare’s CEO and its profound implications for the healthcare payer industry. They discuss public reactions, industry challenges, and the broader systemic issues shaping the future of healthcare in the U.S.

In this episode, recorded live at the Becker’s Healthcare 12th Annual CEO + CFO Roundtable, Brian Peters, CEO of the Michigan Health & Hospital Association, discusses the evolving challenges and opportunities in healthcare. He covers topics such as cybersecurity, the role of AI, workforce issues, and the importance of community partnerships to address health equity.In collaboration with R1.

Enovis' Marc Mackey joins Becker's Healthcare to explore how ASCs are reshaping orthopedic surgery. They delve into cost-efficiency, patient benefits, and challenges of growing trends, and discuss the innovative Orascore tool for ASC success.This episode is sponsored by Enovis.

In this episode, Alan Condon, Editor-in-Chief at Becker's Healthcare, discusses promising financial trends for hospitals, including improved operating margins and labor cost stabilization. He also highlights the growing trend of health systems expanding into new regions to increase bargaining power and achieve economies of scale, with significant acquisitions underway.

In this episode, Laura Dyrda, Vice President and Editor-in-Chief at Becker's Healthcare, discusses the outlook for hospitals and health systems in 2025. Laura highlights opportunities for growth, including advancements in technology and outpatient care, as well as challenges like rising drug costs and staffing issues.

In this episode, Rick L. Stevens, President of Christian Hospital and Northwest HealthCare, shares insights into BJC Health System's unique integration of academic and community care. He discusses recent successes in patient care, workforce development, and expanding services, while emphasizing the importance of innovation and community partnerships in shaping the future of healthcare.

This episode explores the challenges of pulse oximetry accuracy in patients with darker skin tones. Sam Ajizian, MD, vice president and chief medical officer in the Acute Care & Monitoring operating unit at Medtronic, and Jason Case, the vice president of research and development in the Acute Care & Monitoring operating unit at Medtronic, discuss the technology behind pulse oximeters, the factors affecting their readings, and the company's efforts to improve the technology. They also provide practical advice for healthcare providers on mitigating risks until technological advancements are fully implemented.This episode is sponsored by Medtronic.

Kyle Anderson, VP of Finance and ASC at Ortho Rhode Island, explores the connection between employee engagement and exceptional patient experiences. He emphasizes the importance of hiring team members who are passionate about their work and creating an environment where they can thrive. Anderson shares insights into how a motivated, dedicated staff serves as the foundation for delivering outstanding care and building patient trust.

This episode, recorded live at the Becker’s Healthcare 12th Annual CEO + CFO Roundtable, features Claire Agnew, Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer of Valleywise Health. Claire shares her journey in healthcare leadership and dives into key topics such as cybersecurity investments, leveraging artificial intelligence for operational improvements, and the challenges of expanding into a new hospital facility. She also discusses strategies for balancing financial constraints while prioritizing patient and staff needs.

Join Erika Spicer Mason in conversation with Geoff New, Senior Vice President of Clinical Documentation and Denials Management at CorroHealth, as they explore how accuracy in clinical documentation impacts reimbursement outcomes. Geoff shares key strategies for leveraging AI-driven tools to prevent denials, enhance productivity, and ensure ongoing education for physicians. Tune in to discover actionable insights and best practices to help mitigate claims denials and revenue loss in healthcare.This episode is sponsored by CorroHealth.

This episode, recorded live at the Becker’s Healthcare 9th Annual Health IT + Digital Health + RCM Annual Meeting: The Future of Business and Clinical Technologies, features Dr. George Cybulski, Clinical AI Leader at Humboldt Park Health. Here, he discusses how AI is streamlining the patient referral system and enhancing medical records to improve care coordination. Dr. Cybulski also shares insights on evaluating which technologies are worthwhile investments and dives into the key themes of his book, “Can We Manage to Save Healthcare?”

In this episode, Peter Murphy Lewis, Founder & CEO of Strategic Pete, shares insights into his diverse career, including his work as a fractional CMO, TV host, and creator of a groundbreaking docu-series on long-term care. He discusses his passion for elevating the caregiving profession and his unique approach to marketing, all while balancing family life in a literal zoo in Kansas.

In this episode, we explore the critical role nurses play in advancing health equity within the ICU. Jennifer Adamski, president of the American Association of Critical-Care Nurses, shares insights on how nurses can make a difference at the bedside and the challenges they face. We also discuss strategies for empowering nurses and fostering a culture of equity in critical care.This episode is sponsored by Medtronic.Areia C, King E, Ede J, Young L, Tarassenko L, Watkinson P, Vollam S. Experiences of current vital signs monitoring practices and views of wearable monitoring: A qualitative study in patients and nurses. Journal of advanced nursing. 2022 Mar;78(3):810-22Williams EC, Polito V. Meditation in the Workplace: Does Mindfulness Reduce Bias and Increase Organisational Citizenship Behaviours? Front Psychol. 2022 Apr 11;13:747983. doi: 10.3389/fpsyg.2022.747983. PMID: 35478759; PMCID: PMC9035788.Lewis CL, Yan A, Williams MY, Apen LV, Crawford CL, Morse L, Valdez AM, Alexander GR, Grant E, Valderama-Wallace C,

This episode of the Becker's Healthcare podcast features Betty Jo Rocchio, the new Executive Vice President and Chief Nurse Executive at Advocate Health. With over 30 years of experience, Betty Jo dives into the biggest changes in healthcare, her priorities for 2025, and exciting innovations shaping the future of nursing.

In this episode of the Becker's Healthcare Podcast, Laura Dyrda speaks with Dave Rahija, President of Operations at Endeavor Medical Group, about his leadership in integrating four legacy health systems into the innovative Endeavor Health. They discuss the challenges of creating a seamless, patient-centered care model, unifying clinical service lines, and adapting to industry headwinds while maintaining a strong mission-driven approach.

This episode features Dr. Robert Roncska, CEO and founder of Navy Bob, and Karina Coapstick, an experienced clinical safety and quality leader. They discuss his books “Beyond the Sea: Leading with Love from the Nuclear Navy to the White House and Healthcare” and High Reliability Healthcare: Applying the Secrets of the Nuclear Navy to Save Patient Lives, sharing transformative leadership principles from the nuclear Navy, strategies to improve healthcare culture and safety, and their vision for empowering frontline teams to deliver exceptional care.

This episode, recorded live at the Becker’s Healthcare 9th Annual Health IT + Digital Health + RCM Annual Meeting: The Future of Business and Clinical Technologies, features Jon Senkler, Regional CMIO at UnityPoint Health. Here, he discusses how AI is transforming healthcare by allowing workers to focus more on patient care and improving the overall patient experience. Senkler also highlights the importance of building a strong team with clear communication and staying ahead of advancements in technology to drive innovation and excellence in healthcare.

This episode, recorded live at the Becker’s Healthcare 30th Annual Business and Operations of ASCs, features Sarah Sterling, Director of Area Operations for Greater San Francisco and Silicon Valley at Sutter Surgery Center Division. Sarah discusses strategies for addressing workforce challenges, aligning staff with organizational goals, improving patient satisfaction, and ensuring patient voices are central to care innovation.

This episode, recorded live at Becker’s Healthcare 9th Annual Health IT + Digital Health + RCM Annual Meeting, features Shelly Nash, Senior Vice President and Global Chief Medical Information Officer at Fresenius Medical Care. Shelly discusses the role of AI in reducing administrative burdens, the integration of clinical data to improve patient outcomes, and the importance of collaboration and thoughtful innovation in healthcare technology advancements.

This episode, recorded live at the Becker’s Healthcare 30th Annual The Business and Operations of ASCs, features Janet Carlson, Executive Director of Commonwealth Pain & Spine. Here, she discusses the importance of ensuring easy accessibility for patients and managing the challenges of a high patient volume. Janet also shares insights into adopting new technology and offers her perspective on the current state of the ASC space as a whole.