In this episode, Hasan Shanawani, Associate Chief Medical Officer at Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield of New Jersey, joins the podcast to discuss rising healthcare costs and the growing role of AI in payer decision-making. He shares how AI can enable organizations to “say yes” more often, while maintaining trust, transparency, and quality as these tools increasingly face consumers.

In this episode, Jochen Reiser, MD, PhD, President of The University of Texas Medical Branch and CEO of UTMB Health, shares his journey from Germany to the U.S. and how being a generalist, building human connection, and acting decisively have shaped his leadership approach. He also discusses the importance of personal discipline, lifelong learning, and fostering a culture where purpose and passion drive innovation in healthcare.

In this episode, Paul Green, Pharm.D., MHA, BCPS, CPEL, DPLA - Director of Pharmacy Services, Westchester Medical Center, discusses how pharmacy is evolving from a cost center to a key driver of clinical, operational, and financial value. He shares insights on technology integration, workforce sustainability, and building a proactive pharmacy strategy aligned with broader health system goals.

In this episode, Rob Andrews, Chief Executive Officer of the Health Transformation Alliance, joins the podcast to discuss the ongoing pressures and competition within Medicare Advantage. He shares insights on chronic care initiatives and the importance of collaboration and compromise between carriers and providers to improve outcomes and control costs.

In this episode, Meagan Weber, DPT, CEO of Scotland County Hospital, shares how a grow your own workforce strategy is helping address rural staffing shortages through early student engagement and hands on experience. She also discusses the financial and volume challenges facing rural hospitals and the importance of building sustainable pipelines to support long term community care.

In this episode, Janel Allen, Executive Vice President and Chief People Officer, Children’s Nebraska, shares how a people first promise and retention focused strategy have strengthened culture, reduced turnover, and improved patient experience. She also discusses workforce development, leadership evolution, and the role of AI in creating a more human centered healthcare environment.

This episode recorded live at the Becker’s 16th Annual Meeting features Warner Thomas, President And Chief Executive Officer, Sutter Health, discussing how the organization is expanding ambulatory care, strengthening leadership and talent development, investing in digital tools that reduce workforce burden, and maintaining a growth mindset to navigate ongoing healthcare change.

In collaboration with Insight Global.

In this episode, Ketul J. Patel, President and Chief Executive Officer, Wellstar Health System, reflects on his leadership journey, emphasizing the power of culture, authenticity, and continuous learning. He also highlights the importance of partnerships and digital innovation to expand access to care, especially in rural communities.

This episode recorded live at the Becker’s 16th Annual Meeting features C.J. Marbley, Chief Nursing Officer, University Medical Center New Orleans; Chief Nursing Officer and Chief Operating Officer, New Orleans East Hospital, LCMC Health, discussing strategies to expand patient access, redesign care teams, invest in workforce development, and build resilience through international and contingent staffing models.

In collaboration with Insight Global.

This episode, recorded live at the Becker’s 16th Annual Meeting, features Deidre Rolli, RN, MBA, Senior Director of Clinical Partnerships & Growth, myLaurel. Here, she explores how extending acute and post-discharge care into the home can free up hospital capacity, reduce readmissions, and improve patient outcomes through a more connected care journey.

This episode is sponsored by myLaurel.

In this episode, Georgia Gaveras, DO, Co-Founder & CMO, Talkiatry, explores the critical link between menopause and mental health and why siloed care leads to worse outcomes. She highlights the need for integrated, whole person approaches and expanded access to specialized psychiatric care for women navigating this stage of life.

This episode is sponsored by Talkiatry.

In this episode, Jodie Hilliker, Senior Director of EHR Services at Healthrise, shares how RCM leaders can protect cash flow during EHR transitions by prioritizing operational readiness, aligning cross-functional ownership, and proactively addressing workflow and documentation gaps.

This episode is sponsored by Healthrise.

In this episode, Michael Cureton, MHA, FACHE, CEO of Sutter Davis Hospital at Sutter Health, joins the podcast to discuss how foundation partnerships are supporting growth and expanding access to care. He shares insights on the expansion of the birthing center, along with Sutter Health’s high patient satisfaction and strong employee engagement across the organization.

This episode recorded live at the Becker’s 16th Annual Meeting features Andrew Molosky, President and Chief Executive Officer, Chapters Health System, discussing building a purpose driven workforce, fully committing to value based care, and embracing uncertainty as a catalyst for innovation in home and community based care.

This episode recorded live at the Becker’s 16th Annual Meeting features Lucienne Ide, MD, PhD, Chief Medical Officer, Health Recovery Solutions. Here, she explores how remote patient monitoring is evolving into a connected, longitudinal care model that supports chronic disease management across the full patient journey, with an emphasis on interoperability, simplicity, and improving outcomes in a value-based care environment. 

This episode is sponsored by Health Recovery Solutions.

This episode recorded live at the Becker’s 16th Annual Meeting features Keith Elgart, Chief Executive Officer, Concierge Choice Physicians and Timothy P. Seibert, MPH Chief Administrative Officer & Executive Director — Primary Care Initiative, Weill Cornell Medicine. They discuss how hybrid concierge programs can improve physician satisfaction, enhance patient experience, and create sustainable revenue streams while maintaining equitable access to care.

This episode is sponsored by Concierge Choice Physicians.

This episode recorded live at the Becker’s Spring 2026 Payer Issues Roundtable features Dirk Soenksen, Chief Executive Officer of Ceresti Health, discussing why dementia is a major yet underrecognized cost driver and how it reshapes population health strategy. He highlights the critical role of family caregivers, the limitations of traditional care management, and how payer-focused models can improve outcomes while reducing costs.

This episode is sponsored by Ceresti Health.

In this episode, Maria Ansari, MD, Co-Chief Executive Officer of The Permanente Federation and Chief Executive Officer and Executive Director of The Permanente Medical Group at Kaiser Permanente, joins the podcast to reflect on memorable moments throughout her career. She discusses how AI is driving new efficiencies, the ongoing challenge of rising healthcare costs, and the impact of an increasing disease burden on health systems and patient care.

In this episode, Kedar Mate, MD, co-Founder and Chief Medical Officer Qualified Health, speaks with Nabile Safdar, Chief AI Officer, Emory Healthcare and Emory University, about practical strategies for AI adoption, from building trust with clinicians to scaling deployments effectively. They explore how leadership, consistent change management, and a strong organizational culture are essential to turning AI innovation into measurable outcomes.

This episode is sponsored by Qualified Health.

In this episode, Maureen Huber, CEO of Martti, an Equiti Solution, discusses why language access must be treated as core clinical infrastructure rather than a compliance checkbox. She shares how integrated interpretation services improve patient outcomes, clinician effectiveness, and overall health system performance.

This episode is sponsored by Martti an Equiti Solution.

This episode recorded live at the Becker’s 16th Annual Meeting features Kevin Mahoney, CEO of Penn Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania & Chris Collins, CEO of ECG Management Consultants, discussing how academic health systems can scale while maintaining true integration across clinical care, research, and education. They explore governance, physician alignment, and leadership approaches that balance empathy with execution to drive systemwide performance and patient-centered care. 

This episode is sponsored by ECG Management Consultants.

In this episode, Carla P. Cangemi, MD, FAAP, Vice President and Chief Medical Officer, St. Mary’s Healthcare System for Children’s, shares how the organization reimagined its palliative care program as Compassionate Care to better support children and families throughout every stage of the care journey. She discusses the multidisciplinary, holistic model, the importance of early trust-building conversations, and how family centered services improve quality of life and emotional support.

This episode recorded live at the Becker’s 16th Annual Meeting features Joe Caristi, Chief Financial Officer, Speare Memorial Hospital, discussing navigating financial challenges in rural healthcare, investing in technology and teams, and using AI to reduce workforce strain while sustaining community care.

In collaboration with Insight Global.

In this episode, Dan Bowen, President, Sebastian River Hospital, Orlando Health, shares how culture, transparency, and community engagement are shaping his leadership approach in his first 90 days. He discusses strategies for physician alignment, staff retention, and building trust with both teams and the community while staying grounded in a mission of service.

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In this episode, Scott Becker outlines 14 insights on the evolving healthcare private equity landscape, including stronger deal flow, growth in non-provider services and specialty practices, rising AI investment, and more.

In this episode, Michael Meucci, President and Chief Executive Officer, Arcadia and Dr. Sanjay Doddamani, Founder and CEO, Guidehealth discuss how aligning data, AI, and payment models is reshaping value-based care. They explore evolving risk, cost dynamics, and how AI can scale access, improve outcomes, and support financial sustainability across healthcare systems.

This episode is sponsored by Guidehealth and Arcadia.

In this episode, Leslie D. Hirsch, FACHE, President and CEO of Saint Peter’s Healthcare System, shares how a mission driven, family like culture and deep CEO engagement drive excellence in quality and patient safety. He discusses leadership accountability, clinical excellence, and how transparency, technology, and continuous improvement shape high performing care environments.

In this episode, Brandy Thompson, Chief Executive Officer, Benefitbay, discusses the rapid growth of ICHRA models and why large employers are increasingly embracing choice driven benefits. She also shares how education, broker alignment, and evolving payer strategies are shaping the future of employer sponsored healthcare.

In this episode, Sarah Matlin, Senior Vice President and Chief Strategy Officer at Memorial Health, joins the podcast to discuss strategic partnerships with Springfield Clinic and Florida International University to expand specialty services. She shares how leveraging the Epic platform and other technologies is helping improve efficiency, enhance care delivery, and make healthcare more affordable for patients.

In this episode, Harlon Pickett, President of Eagle Care Health Solutions, joins the podcast to discuss the impact of direct primary care models on patient outcomes and cost. He shares how designing more effective networks and leveraging data can help create a more personalized and efficient healthcare experience.

In this episode, Kemar E. Green, DO, FANA - Rare & Complex Disease Neurologist, Neuro-Ophthalmologist, Oto-Neurologist, Founder & CEO, NeuroAgent AI, Inc., HazyEyes, Inc., Affiliate Faculty, JHU Data Science & AI Institute, Former Assistant Professor of Neurology, Johns Hopkins University, discusses how AI, synthetic data, and intelligent systems are transforming neurology care and addressing physician shortages. He shares his vision for continuous, personalized care models and offers advice on building impactful, future-focused careers at the intersection of medicine and technology.

In this episode,  Dr. Joseph G. Rogers, Director of The Texas Heart Institute at Baylor College of Medicine, discusses groundbreaking innovations in heart failure treatment, artificial heart technology, and gene therapy. He also shares insights on leadership, the future of cardiovascular care, and the importance of prevention in improving long-term patient outcomes.

In this episode, Eric Tower, Healthcare Corporate Transactions Partner, Blank Rome LLP, shares insights on the rapid shift toward ambulatory care, emerging partnerships, and evolving payment models. He also reflects on his career journey and offers advice on adapting to change and building a thoughtful, experience driven approach to healthcare leadership.

This episode recorded live at the Becker’s 16th Annual Meeting features Sandra Nichols, Chief Executive Officer, Panacea Behavioral Health & Wellness Centers, discussing how aligning talent to the right roles, embracing flexibility, and building collaborative care teams are driving growth and expanding access to behavioral health services.

In collaboration with Insight Global.

In this episode, Brendan Harris, President, UPMC for You and State Programs & Patti Jackson-Gehris, President, UPMC North Central and Williamsport markets, discuss UPMC’s strategies to improve rural healthcare access through workforce development, telehealth expansion, and innovative care models that address geographic and socioeconomic barriers.

This episode recorded live at the Becker’s 16th Annual Meeting features Theresa McDonnell, Senior Vice President and Chief Nursing Executive, Duke University Health System, discussing the shift to integrated virtual care models, team-based nursing, and technology-driven strategies to reduce burnout and improve patient and staff outcomes.

In collaboration with Insight Global.

In this episode, Alan Condon, Editor-in-Chief at Becker's Healthcare, breaks down the rapid expansion of ambulatory surgery centers and how major systems like Tenet are reshaping their strategies around outpatient care. He also explores the growing push toward direct contracting models and what they could mean for pricing transparency and the future of healthcare payments.

This episode recorded live at the Becker’s 16th Annual Meeting features Dr. Stephen Master, MD, PhD, Vice Chair for Innovation, Department of Pathology and Laboratory Medicine, Director, CHOP Center for Diagnostic Innovation, CHOP, Dr. Deborah Boles, PhD, Vice President, Research & Development, Labcorp, & Dr. Mindy Nye, PhD, MT (ASCP), D (ABMM), Vice President, Labcorp Diagnostics, Labcorp, who discuss how collaboration is accelerating diagnostic innovation and expanding access to pediatric care. They explore how shared infrastructure, aligned missions, and co-development models enable scalable, high-impact solutions for patients.

This episode is sponsored by Labcorp.

This episode recorded live at the Becker’s 16th Annual Meeting features Jared Steele, Managing Principal, Simpliphy. He discusses the growing complexity of provider compensation, strategies to ensure accurate and timely payments, and how strong operational infrastructure supports provider satisfaction and organizational performance.

This episode is sponsored by Simpliphy.

In this episode, Laura Dyrda, Vice President, Editor-in-Chief, Becker's Healthcare, shares key themes from the Becker’s 16th Annual Meeting, including how AI is reshaping clinical care, operations, and the revenue cycle. She also discusses mounting reimbursement pressures and how health systems are exploring wellness, virtual care, and new revenue strategies to stay resilient.

This episode recorded live at the Becker’s 16th Annual Meeting features Robert Chestnut, Senior Vice President and Chief Financial Officer, LMH Health, discussing clinic transformation, the importance of prioritization and people-focused leadership, and strategies to grow and sustain the healthcare workforce in a changing environment.

In collaboration with Insight Global.

Learn how AI and whole genome sequencing are transforming rare disease diagnostics, reducing the diagnostic odyssey for families and enabling faster, more accurate clinical decision-making. This episode was recorded live at Becker’s 16th Annual Meeting on April 15, 2026.

It features insights from Dr. Shannon Haymond, Chief of Pathology and Laboratory Medicine at Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children’s Hospital of Chicago and Vice Chair for Pediatric Pathology at Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine and Dr. Calum Yacoubian, Director for Health Data Enablement, Applied AI Science, IQVIA. 

This episode is sponsored by IQVIA.

In this episode, Brian McKillop, President of Physician Solutions at AMN Healthcare, discusses why proactive workforce planning, leadership accountability, and integrated staffing strategies are essential to navigating uncertainty and reducing provider burnout in today’s healthcare environment.

Learn more about optimizing your physician workforce strategy for long-term success: https://www.amnhealthcare.com/amn-insights/physician/whitepapers/one-physician-workforce-fully-optimized/

In this episode, John A. Johnson, MD, MBA, FACP, FACHE - Chief Medical Officer, Government Employees Health Association, Inc., shares leadership lessons from his career in medicine, the military, and managed care. He also discusses expanding access through digital care, the rise of GLP-1 therapies, and the shift toward proactive, whole-person wellness. For a wealth of resources for federal employees and retired military personnel, visit www.geha.com

In this episode, Aaron Lewis, President and CFO, Lifepoint Health, shares how the organization is scaling through acquisitions, navigating financial and payer pressures, and leading transformational change to strengthen operations and expand care in underserved communities.

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In this episode, Edward J. Dohring, M.D., of the Spine Institute of Arizona, discusses the value of multidisciplinary collaboration, emerging innovations in spine care, and the evolving role of AI and minimally invasive approaches. He also shares insights on improving patient outcomes, balancing cost and quality, and shaping the next generation of spine leaders.

This episode recorded live at the Becker’s 16th Annual Meeting features Dr. Hannah Allen, Chief Medical Officer, Heidi. Here, she explores how AI is transforming clinical workflows, patient interactions, and decision support, with a focus on integrating tools across systems, reducing administrative burden, and enabling more human centered care through thoughtful strategy and adoption.

This episode is sponsored by Heidi.

This episode recorded live at the Becker’s 16th Annual Meeting features Phil Sobol, CCO, CereCore. Here, he explores how the right IT partnerships can stabilize operations, reduce administrative burden, and enable rural and community hospital leaders to focus on modernization, strategy, and improving patient care outcomes.

This episode is sponsored by CereCore.

This episode recorded live at the Becker’s 16th Annual Meeting features Arthur Gianelli, President And Chief Transformation Officer, One Brooklyn Health, discussing how his team is driving financial and operational turnaround through accountability, workforce alignment, and strategic digital investments to better serve vulnerable communities.

In collaboration with Insight Global.

This episode recorded live at the Becker’s 16th Annual Meeting features Dr. Chris Gallagher, Founder and Chief Strategy Officer, Access TeleCare, who shares how telemedicine is helping rural hospitals retain patients, improve outcomes, and build sustainable specialty care programs.

This episode is sponsored by Access TeleCare.