Becker’s Healthcare Podcast

In this episode, Carrie Kroll, Senior VP of Advocacy & Public Policy, and Anna Stelter, VP of Policy at the Texas Hospital Association, discuss the potential impact of federal Medicaid cuts, healthcare funding challenges, and policy shifts affecting Texas hospitals. They share insights on how proposed changes could reshape hospital operations, access to care, and the economic stability of communities across the state.

In this episode, Deborah Visconi, President and CEO of Bergen New Bridge Medical Center, shares the remarkable transformation of the hospital from a struggling institution to the largest hospital in New Jersey. She discusses key initiatives, including expanding behavioral health services, leveraging technology, and building community trust, while maintaining a mission-driven approach to care.

In this episode, Kerri Webster, Vice President and Chief Analytics Officer at Children's Hospital Colorado, discusses how her team is leveraging data, predictive analytics, and AI to enhance patient care. She shares key milestones, future growth opportunities, and the importance of data literacy in shaping the future of pediatric healthcare.

In this episode, Susan Green, Executive Vice President and CFO of Sharp HealthCare, discusses key healthcare trends, including workforce challenges, digital transformation, and cost management. She shares insights on Sharp’s strategic initiatives, from AI-driven patient engagement to the launch of a new neuroscience hospital, and offers advice for financial leaders navigating today’s evolving healthcare landscape.

In this episode, Molly Gamble, Vice President of Editorial at Becker’s Healthcare, joins the podcast to discuss the tough financial decisions hospitals and health systems face five years post-pandemic. From potential Medicaid cuts to shifting investment priorities, she explores how leaders are navigating trade-offs that will shape the future of healthcare.

Lisa S. Stump, BSPharm, MS, FASHP, Executive Vice President, Chief Digital Information Officer, and Dean of Information Technology at Mount Sinai Health System, discusses key areas of growth for the year, including advancements in AI and clinical innovation. She addresses anticipated challenges such as the rapid pace of change and transforming operating models, while sharing her strategies for setting the organization up for long-term success.

In this episode, Dr. Ali A. Baaj, Chief of Spine Surgery at the University of Arizona and incoming Professor at Northwestern Medicine, discusses the role of international collaboration in U.S. healthcare. He shares insights on physician shortages, global training programs, and the evolving landscape of neurosurgical education and innovation.

In this episode, Dr. Robert Cavagnol, President of the North Region at Froedtert ThedaCare Health, discusses the transformative merger of Froedtert and ThedaCare, the expansion of healthcare access through new campuses, and the development of a graduate medical education program to train the next generation of physicians.

Dan Larson, Principal/Chief Strategy & Marketing Officer at HealthBridge Children's Hospital - Orange, discusses the innovation of coordinated care models and nurse navigation in healthcare. He also explores how AI-driven risk analysis is being used to support at-home caregivers, improving overall patient care.

Garrett Olin, MBA, Chief Information Officer at Shasta Community Health Center, discusses the center's expansion efforts, addressing cybersecurity concerns, and the ethical implementation of AI into workflow to enhance operational efficiency and patient care.