The CereCore Podcast brings you conversations focused on the intersection of healthcare and IT. From practical advice to strategic thought leadership, hear how healthcare IT leaders are navigating the decisions, challenges and journey of delivering technology to improve healthcare in their community today and in the future.
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The Value of Leadership and Optimization: A CNO to CEO Story
Monday, July 28, 2025 • Duration 30:52
From the ED to the C-suite, Dr. Kathy Tussey, CEO of Harrison Memorial Hospital, has never stopped solving problems. Dr. Tussey shares how EHR optimization became a strategic imperative and why it’s about more than technology. In this conversation with host Phil Sobol, she discusses the ripple effect of technology on staff, patient safety, regulatory and revenue cycle. Hear how her nursing roots shaped her approach to executive leadership, why rural hospitals can’t afford to lag behind, and how partnerships like the one with CereCore are helping her team work smarter, not harder.
In this episode:
- How a curious nurse became a forward-thinking hospital CEO
- The critical role of EHR optimization in rural healthcare
- How AI and analytics can reclaim time with patients
- Why partnerships are essential for transformation
- Leadership lessons from a collaborative, growth-oriented leader
Dr. Tussey is an encouraging leader who is dedicated to operational excellence in healthcare. Whether you’re a CNO, CIO, or aspiring healthcare leader, stream this episode and get inspired to lead with purpose, optimize your technology, and never stop learning.
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Did this episode spark your interest? We'd love to hear from you. Let’s start a conversation about how we can help you improve healthcare technology for providers and staff.
Need to evaluate your EHR? We can help you assess your EHR and develop a roadmap like we provided Dr. Tussey and Harrison Memorial Hospital.
We can extend the capacity of your team from MEDITECH professional services to ongoing application management, IT support, infrastructure, regulatory reporting, and virtual chief information security officers.
Building Trust: From Expanse Rollout to High Reliability Organization
Tuesday, June 24, 2025 • Duration 40:55
Explore a remarkable journey of transformation, resilience, and leadership in rural healthcare. Host Phil Sobol welcomes back Lynn Falcone, CEO of Cuero Regional Hospital, and Ismelda Garza, CIO Cuero Regional Hospital and CereCore manager, for a candid conversation about their multi-year effort to implement MEDITECH Expanse and evolve into a high reliability organization (HRO).
From overcoming infrastructure limitations to unifying disparate systems across hospital and clinic settings, Lynn and Ismelda share how they build trust within their teams and continue to manage change through constant communication. They discuss:
- Why Cuero chose MEDITECH Expanse and how it improved patient safety and operational efficiency
- The critical role of communication and governance in sustaining momentum post-go-live
- How IT supports a culture of safety and continuous improvement
- The realities and misconceptions of rural healthcare leadership
- Practical insights on navigating AI, staffing challenges, and change fatigue
Whether you're leading a rural hospital or managing enterprise-wide IT transformation, this episode offers grounded wisdom, humor, and inspiration for healthcare leaders navigating complex change.
Listen to discover how Cuero Regional Hospital is redefining what’s possible in rural healthcare.
Developing a Digital Strategy for True Clinical Innovation
Thursday, May 29, 2025 • Duration 41:33
What happens when a former clinician becomes the architect of digital transformation? You get bold, practical innovation that actually works. In this episode of The CereCore Podcast, we talk with Julie Demaree, Executive Director of Clinical Innovation and Transformation at St. Mary’s Healthcare Amsterdam, about how she’s turning tech frustration into clinical empowerment. From rebuilding trust in the EHR to rolling out ambient AI and automation bots, Julie shares how her team is making digital tools work for—not against—providers.
If you're a healthcare CIO, informatics leader, or tech strategist, this episode is your blueprint for:
- Building a digital strategy that clinicians actually love
- Creating governance that fuels innovation (not red tape)
- Using data, AI, and automation to solve real-world problems
- Bridging the gap between IT and clinical care—without burning out your teams
Julie’s experience proves that clinical innovation isn’t about chasing trends—it’s about solving problems with purpose. Listen and get inspired to lead your own transformation journey.
Why IT Governance Leads to Innovation and Growth
Wednesday, April 30, 2025 • Duration 20:18
How do you strike the right balance with IT governance? Peyman Zand, chief strategy officer at CereCore, talks about developing strategic plans and IT governance to drive innovation and growth. In this conversation with host Phil Sobol, chief commercial officer at CereCore, Peyman shares how to align strategic planning and governance with enterprise goals. Hear why it's important to establish a multidisciplinary governance structure, the pitfalls of overly complex or simplistic models, and how emerging technologies like AI can be integrated without hindering progress. Tune in to discover how effective IT governance builds strategic alignment so your leadership team can better navigate today's pressures.
Key topics
- Achieving the right balance of IT governance
- How strategic planning and IT governance work together
- Pitfalls of governance models
- Decision making tool for navigating challenges like tight capital budgets
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Connect with CereCore to collaborate on strategic roadmaps that will help you drive innovation and move your organization forward. Get strategic guidance with our advisory team.
CNO Day in the Life: Leading through Change
Monday, March 24, 2025 • Duration 21:39
Clinical staff want more from their EMR explains Judy Krupala, Chief Nursing Officer at Cuero Regional Hospital. In this episode, hear what’s important to clinical leadership and staff when it comes to technology, their experience transitioning to MEDITECH Expanse and approach to integrating technology into patient care. In this conversation with Phil Sobol, Chief Commercial Officer at CereCore, Judy covers a wide range of important topics for nurses in rural health, from training and leadership programs for the next generation of nurses and nurse leaders to the importance of partnerships. Tune in to hear stories of community, devotion, and words of wisdom from Judy Krupala, a nurse leader who's been serving Cuero, Texas for more than 30 years.
Key topics
- Technology and innovation in nursing – what nurses want, what’s important and what’s changed
- MEDITECH Expanse – the challenges and successes of transitioning to a new EHR
- Training and equipping nurses in rural health
- The multiple hats a CNO wears
- Cuero Regional Hospital’s family-like culture
- The importance of community and collaboration with organizations like TORCH (Texas Organization of Rural & Community Hospitals)
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CereCore brings unique perspective as hospital operators with deep expertise in the major EHR platforms, MEDITECH, Epic, and Oracle Health (Cerner). Learn how you can maximize your EHR investment, regardless of your technology roadmap or stage of the journey.
From AI to EHR: How to Approach Healthcare Innovation Today
Friday, February 28, 2025 • Duration 32:58
AI is going to change our entire healthcare system, and so are strategic approaches to EHR optimization and continuous improvement. Darrell Bodnar, CIO of North Country Healthcare, unpacks top of mind healthcare leadership topics from operationalizing new technologies like AI and machine learning to optimizing the EHR for clinical efficiencies and workflow optimization. Hear practical leadership advice for navigating today’s cost pressure challenges and creative approaches to employee development and satisfaction. And, hear how Darrell’s career pivot from culinary arts to CIO comes full circle with his passion today for hospice care and giving back to the community.
Key topics:
- Adoption of AI and ambient listening
- CHIME Digital Health Most Wired program
- Aligning technology with organizational goals
- Challenges and lessons learned with merger and acquisition
- Empowering employees and satisfaction with Yellow Belt training
- Importance of partnership
CIO Insights: How to Pursue Big Technology Opportunities and Satisfaction
Thursday, January 30, 2025 • Duration 25:01
Focus on what’s most important for a health system. That’s what Kevin Olson, CIO at Jupiter Medical Center, explains as he talks about their Epic implementation, the challenges and opportunities of unifying fragmented systems, and governance in IT decision-making. Kevin also delves into the role of AI in healthcare, the significance of understanding market dynamics, and much more in this conversation with podcast host, Phil Sobol, chief commercial officer at CereCore. Listen for practical advice from a healthcare IT leader with 20+ years of experience and whose heart runs deep in serving others.
Key topics include
- Epic implementation and legacy EHR support
- The important role of governance in IT project prioritization and execution
- Practical applications and governance of AI in healthcare
- Understanding AI models, bias, and risk management
- Market dynamics, competition and its impact on IT strategy
- Recharging during intense IT projects
- The value of mentorship, peer collaboration, and continuous learning in healthcare IT
Automating EHR Implementations: A Must-Have for Managing Healthcare Informatics
Monday, December 23, 2024 • Duration 27:36
How can we make the EHR implementation process less manual? Krischan Krayer, VP of Expanse Implementation & Operations at HCA Healthcare, discusses ways healthcare organizations can evaluate and use automation for EHR implementations. He shares experiences working with stakeholders and teams to educate them on what’s possible with automation. Hear more about EHR adoption trends, insights from his role as physician advocate and IT “translator” and career advice.
Key topics include:
- Improving the EHR experience for physicians
- Why use automation for EHR implementation
- How to evaluate the value and potential use of automation
- Evolution of EHRs and the effect of generational changes on adoption
Automation is a solid strategy for scaling IT services and resources whether focused on an EHR implementation or other more day-to-day IT operations. Tune in to hear leadership perspective from Krischan who stands in the gap and serves as liaison between healthcare providers, operations and technology—with the goal to leverage EHR technology to deliver high-quality, compassionate care to communities.
Physician CIO on the Value of Clinical IT Support
Saturday, November 30, 2024 • Duration 39:51
Dr. Patrick Woodard is the Chief Information Officer (CIO) at Monument Health. Monument Health operates the busiest ER in South Dakota, serving a remote area where the nearest comparable trauma center is over 300 miles away. In this episode, hear how Dr. Woodard’s background as practicing internist ignited a passion for healthcare technology and health policy. He discusses how healthcare technology like policy can impact thousands of patients, emphasizing the importance of reliability, invisibility and quality IT support.
Key topics
- The evolution of healthcare technology and its adoption by physicians
- Balancing clinical practice with IT leadership
- The role of AI in improving documentation and reducing physician burnout
- Strategies for effective healthcare IT support
- The importance of listening to frontline caregivers to drive meaningful tech improvements
Dr. Woodard's personal anecdotes provide a compelling look at the intersection of medicine and technology. Whether you're a healthcare professional, IT specialist, or simply interested in the future of healthcare, this episode offers real world insights on the critical role of clinical IT support.
Tune in to hear how Monument Health is leveraging technology to deliver high-quality, compassionate care to its diverse patient population.
Happy Doctors and Technology: A CMIO and Practicing Physician's POV
Tuesday, October 29, 2024 • Duration 29:30
Dr. Aaron Parker Banks, Chief Medical Informatics Officer (CMIO) at UK St. Claire Healthcare treats patients in the clinic four days a week and he's using technology throughout the day to help him provide the best care to his tight-knit community in Kentucky. Listen to this “day in a life” episode to hear how this CMIO led physicians, nurses and staff through technology change during their EHR go-live. Dr. Banks shares personal stories that will leave you inspired by his passion for taking care of his community and encouraged in the ways you serve yours.
Key topics:
- Physician experiences with technology in patient care
- Maximizing use of technology
- Patient-centered decision making
- Rural and community healthcare
- Bridging the generational technology gap
