Becker’s Healthcare Podcast

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Jun 2026

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The Becker's Healthcare Podcast is devoted to the people who power U.S. healthcare. Four new 15-minute episodes are released daily containing industry news, analysis and thought leadership from powerful healthcare decision-makers.

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June 16, 20267 min

Andy Anderson, MD, MBA, Chief Medical and Quality Officer at RWJBarnabas Health

In this episode, Andy Anderson, MD, MBA, Chief Medical and Quality Officer at RWJBarnabas Health, joins the podcast to discuss how healthcare organizations are navigating rapid changes in automation and digital transformation. He shares insights on the evolving responsibilities of clinical and technology leaders, highlighting how the roles of Chief Medical Officers and Chief Information Officers are becoming increasingly interconnected as organizations work to improve care delivery, quality, and operational performance.

June 16, 202613 min

Cybersecurity Integration, AI Governance, and Building Resilient Healthcare Teams with Greg Sieg

This episode recorded live at the Becker’s 16th Annual Meeting features Greg Sieg, Chief Information Security Officer, University of Michigan Health Regional Network. He discusses aligning cybersecurity programs across a growing health system, navigating the rapid rise of AI, and why communication, cultural alignment, and workforce-focused technology decisions are essential to strengthening healthcare resilience and security.In collaboration with Insight Global.

June 16, 202619 min

Clinician Trust, Burnout and ROI: The Real Test for Ambient AI in Healthcare

In this episode, Dr. Michael Han, Chief Medical Officer, Ambience Healthcare, discusses how ambient AI is reducing clinician burnout, improving documentation quality, and driving adoption at scale by focusing on clinician trust, workflow integration, and measurable outcomes.This episode is sponsored by Ambience Healthcare.

June 16, 202621 min

George Stein, Vice President of Digital at Montefiore Einstein, and Dr. Shivani Agarwal, Senior Director of Community Healthcare Improvement & Strategy at Montefiore Einstein

In this sponsored episode, George Stein, Vice President of Digital at Montefiore Einstein, and Dr. Shivani Agarwal, Senior Director of Community Healthcare Improvement & Strategy at Montefiore Einstein, join the podcast to discuss innovative approaches to improving preventive cancer screening rates. They share how agentic AI outreach and digital solutions are helping patients navigate the screening process, reduce barriers to care, and connect more people with timely preventive services.

June 15, 202612 min

David W. Zaas, MD, MBA, Chief Executive Officer of Duke University Health System

In this episode, David W. Zaas, MD, MBA, Chief Executive Officer of Duke University Health System, joins the podcast to discuss expanding access to care and bringing high-quality healthcare closer to home for patients and communities. He shares his vision for shaping the future of Duke Health, highlighting strategic growth initiatives, innovation, and the organization's commitment to meeting the evolving healthcare needs of the populations it serves.

June 15, 20269 min

Baligh Yehia, MD, President of Jefferson Health and Executive Vice President of Jefferson

In this episode, Baligh Yehia, MD, President of Jefferson Health and Executive Vice President of Jefferson, joins the podcast to discuss keeping patient well-being at the center of every organizational decision. He shares insights on the importance of fostering an aligned workplace culture, emphasizing how shared values, collaboration, and a unified mission help healthcare organizations deliver better outcomes for patients and communities.

June 15, 20267 min

Strengthening Safety Net Care Through Innovation and Workforce Development with Tesa Anewishki

This episode recorded live at the Becker’s 16th Annual Meeting features Tesa Anewishki, President and Chief Executive Officer, Loretto Hospital. She discusses leading a safety net hospital through an electronic health record transformation, expanding access to care amid community hospital closures, and leveraging workforce development, communication, and resourcefulness to meet growing healthcare challenges.In collaboration with Insight Global.

June 15, 202623 min

Sarah Greichen, Chief Information & Innovation Officer at Sedgwick County Health Center

In this episode, Sarah Greichen, Chief Information & Innovation Officer at Sedgwick County Health Center, joins the podcast to discuss addressing staffing demands and reducing administrative burden through technology and innovation. She shares strategies for solving capacity challenges and explores opportunities to strengthen and improve healthcare delivery in rural communities.

June 14, 202625 min

Dwight Raum, Executive Vice President and Chief Digital Information Officer at Rochester Regional Health

In this episode, Dwight Raum, Executive Vice President and Chief Digital Information Officer at Rochester Regional Health, joins the podcast to discuss the rise of AI in healthcare, including its costs, benefits, and long-term potential. He shares how technology can help reduce clinician burnout and address growing supply-and-demand challenges by supporting care teams, improving efficiency, and expanding access to care.

June 14, 202628 min

Dr. H. Kurtis Biggs, Orthopedic Surgeon and Founder of the Joint Replacement Institute in Florida

In this episode, Dr. H. Kurtis Biggs, Orthopedic Surgeon and Founder of the Joint Replacement Institute in Florida, joins the podcast to discuss how AI-powered chatbots can improve efficiency and streamline patient communication. He also shares his perspective on the fee-for-service model, strategies for delivering high-value orthopedic care, and efforts to limit opioid prescriptions while supporting safe and effective pain management.