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    • May 10, 2021 LATEST EPISODE
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    The Enemy of Innovation is Pride - An Interview with Jeff Sorenson

    Play Episode Listen Later May 10, 2021 34:35


    Jeff Sorenson started his career as an imaging field engineer more than 25 years ago and recently served as CEO of TeraRecon, the leader in medical advanced visualization and artificial intelligence solutions. After one discussion, this is what we know about Jeff Sorenson: he loves what he does, he lives in his work, he remains curious at all times and he believes in being dissatisfied with last year’s work.

    Be the Best Learner in the Room, Advise Followed by Dr. Ty Vachon

    Play Episode Listen Later May 10, 2021 15:35


    Dr. Vachon credits his success to some great advice he received from a teacher: “be the best learner in the room and keep it simple.” It’s a maxim that he has followed diligently as a physician and healthcare leader, from his time in medical school to his career in the Navy. During his military... service, he was a flight surgeon with the Marine Corps deployed to the Persian Gulf in 2009. He returned to focus on radiology, where he became fascinated with machine learning. Recently the Healthcare Performance Insider caught up with Dr. Vachon and learned more about why he describes himself as a radiologist, informatic-ist, medical imaging domain expert, and machine learning enthusiast.

    Turning Medical Images into Life Changing Insights with Mike Hostetler

    Play Episode Listen Later May 10, 2021 21:53


    In this episode HPI connects with Mike Hostetler, Director of Marketing and Sales for Imbio. Imbio uses artificial intelligence to look at different patterns or anomalies in medical images, primarily focusing on CT scans of the chest. Their software essentially trains computers to recognize diseases that humans have previously determined to be present in patients with that specific disease, using thousands of patient scans, to help radiologists find diseases that are difficult to see with the human eye.

    Spit Matters: Spectrum Solutions Co-Founder

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 26, 2021 20:29


    Bill Phillips, COO of Spectrum Solutions discusses with HPI the race to develop the first approved saliva collection device for COVID-19. In this episode Bill dives into how they grew the company from 94 to 750 employees.

    Roundtable on the significance of Anemia Management

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 17, 2021 26:42


    In this episode of the Healthcare Performance Insider Podcast Dr. Irwin Gross, Jason Carney, and Tiffany Hall, industry pioneers provide their unique experiences with managing anemia and how it improves patient care and outcomes. Tune in to hear how having an anemia management program in place at hospitals and health systems can improve patient outcomes and in turn help hospitals and health systems.

    The Profound Impact of Comprehensive Patient Blood Management with expert Aryeh Shander, MD, FCCM, FCCP

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 19, 2021 20:42


    HPI had a chance to catch up with Aryeh Shander, MD, FCCM, FCCP is a renowned Anesthesiologist and Patient Blood Management expert. During this episode Dr. Shander gave an overview down the path of his career and the importance of blood management.

    A New York City Lab Leader, Pierre Mouawad Shares Hard-Won Lessons from COVID-19

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 13, 2021 26:59


    Pierre Mouawad, MBA, is the laboratory director at Lenox Hill Hospital in New York, NY, part of Northwell Health. He has been a lab leader for the past 8 years and is now the Laboratory Director of Lenox Hill Hospital. HPI had a chance to catch up with Pierre recently to learn about how service-line lab leaders are defining pandemic response and making a dramatic impact.

    Solving Lab Challenges Through Recruiting Innovation with Jon Harol

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 11, 2021 36:05


    In this episode with Jon Harol, President of Lighthouse Lab Services provides his insight into building the largest group of medical lab scientists in the world and how he and the organization expanded its reach, review opportunities to meet market needs, and identifying three challenges that he literally built his business around. Tune in to listen to those challenges!

    COVID 19 Myth Busting with Mara Aspinall (Episode 12: It's Been a Wild Ride)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 4, 2021 11:30


    In this final episode of 2020 Mara reflects back on all of the myths discussed in this series and what we could have done better. It really all comes down to testing, policy and going back to work, safely. Tell us what you'd like to know about diagnostics in the New Year at HPIpodcast@accumen.com!

    Joseph Savoie Interview Methodical Communication and Wellness Checks

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 21, 2020 10:42


    In this episode, HPI connects with Joseph Savoie Director of Imaging at Keck Medicine of USC. Joseph shares his experiences of being in a new role at the start of the COVID 19 pandemic and the lessons learned from leading through a crisis.

    Emily Broussard Interview Communication, Patience, and Grace

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 21, 2020 12:55


    In this episode, HPI connects with Emily Broussard Radiology Director at Lafayette General Medical Center. 2020 has been a difficult year for every health system, Lafayette had two major crises to handle, both COVID and Hurricane Delta. Emily shares her experiences and learnings from these two hardships.

    Robert Michel Interview, Lab Trend Visionary

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 21, 2020 31:46


    In this episode, HPI connects with Robert Michel Founder and Editor of the Dark Report. Robert is considered a visionary and has a special talent for identifying new business opportunities in clinical diagnostics. In this episode Robert shares his insight on Lab Automation, the value of the Hospital Lab, Outreach, and the pandemic's impact on the clinical laboratory.

    Katie Castree, Career Healthcare Process Improvement Connoisseur

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 18, 2020 21:57


    In this episode, HPI connects with Katie Castree, an ASQ Certified Six Sigma Black Belt. Katie is an Operations Excellence Manager at Accumen. She shares her insight on the improvement journey within health systems, how COVID has impacted the lab, critical gaps within healthcare, and the road to recovery.

    COVID Conversations with Kim Zunker (Episode 15: A Glimmer of Hope)

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 17, 2020 28:26


    In this episode of COVID Convo's Kim dives into the current numbers, state of testing in the current surge, as well as details on the long awaited vaccine; what's in it and who gets it first. Stay up to date on pandemic news each week as Kim breaks down critical topics. Send questions you'd like Kim to answer to HPIpodcast@accumen.com.

    COVID-19 Myth Busting with Mara Aspinall (Episode 11: Skepticism, Testing Preference, and Kids )

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 17, 2020 16:12


    In this episode Mara debunks several myths asked by our listeners from skepticism around the new technology used for the vaccine, to testing preference, susceptibility in kids, and finally discussing again if this pandemic will ever go away. Listen to the full episode to learn more and continue to submit your questions for Mara at HPIpodcast@accumen.com!

    COVID Conversations with Kim Zunker Episode 14: Disparity

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 16, 2020 25:13


    In this episode of COVID Convo's Kim shares where we are in the pandemic, the science behind the mRNA vaccine, and just how the country might roll it out. Stay up to date on pandemic news each week as Kim breaks down critical topics. Send questions you'd like Kim to answer to HPIpodcast@accumen.com.

    COVID Conversations with Kim Zunker (Episode 13: How Bad is it Really?)

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 11, 2020 21:24


    In this episode of COVID Convo's Kim dives into the current numbers and why hospitalization data matters in addition to Labor issues, Testing, and FDA and EUA Updates. Stay up to date on pandemic news each week as Kim breaks down critical topics. Send questions you'd like Kim to answer to HPIpodcast@accumen.com.

    COVID Conversations with Kim Zunker (Episode 11: Bonus Episode on Lab Burnout)

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 10, 2020 26:13


    In this bonus episode of COVID Convo's with Kim Zunker, we welcome two current lab leaders: Jennifer Voehringer and Melanie Boling. Kim facilitates a timely discussion around lab burnout in the midst of the pandemic, including perspectives on the causes and potential solutions employers can implement to help team members experiencing burnout.

    COVID-19 Myth Busting with Mara Aspinall (Ep. 10: Employers are not relevant in the fight against COVID)

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 4, 2020 18:34


    In this episode of Myth Busting, Mara uncovers the truths about employers and their part in this pandemic. Once again Mara uses real data and research as a source of information and shares details from a recently published report by Arizona State University in a partnership with the World Economic Forum and support from the Rockefeller Foundation. Mara outlines how employees feel, what employers can do, and the next steps to move forward. Be sure to send your myths into HPIpodcast@accumen.com and for a copy of the report, "Facing Uncertainty: The Challenges of COVID-19 in the Workplace" head on over to asuworkplacecommons.com

    Buried Blessings with Tom Strauss

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 3, 2020 35:31


    Tom Strauss, CEO of Sisters of Charity Health System talks about the critical steps his team took in response to COVID as well as the proud moments and enduring blessings that have occurred as a result.

    From Communication to Just in Time Reopening with Dr. James Brink

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 3, 2020 24:05


    Dr. James Brink, Chief of Radiology at Massachusetts General Hospital gives HPI insight around how prioritizing communication helped him and his leadership team shift priorities in the wake of COVID and their Just in Time plan to reopen their imaging department.

    COVID Conversations with Kim Zunker (Episode 12: It’s Not a Matter of if, It's a Matter of When)

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 20, 2020 29:21


    In this episode of COVID Convos Kim discusses the current status of the country in the pandemic, testing and the need for more swabs, labor and personnel. Lastly, Kim touches on her own experiences with COVID-19 in her household.

    COVID 19 Myth Busting with Mara Aspinall (Episode 9: Why the Surge in Cases and Who's Causing it?)

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 16, 2020 13:53


    In this week’s episode of Myth Busting with Mara Aspinall she debunks two myths circulating, 1. we have this pandemic under control and 2. K-12 schools are creating the surge. Mara provides prospective on what’s truly causing the surge.

    Sherri Ozawa's Mission to Define the Value of Blood

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 12, 2020 32:32


    Sherri Ozawa, RN and SABM President discusses the early days of blood management practices, how her work and involvement has evolved over the years, and reflections on the current pandemic.

    Dr. Joe Chaffin - The Blood Bank Guy

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 3, 2020 29:54


    Dr. Joe Chaffin, Founder of the “Blood Bank Guy” persona and website, and Chief Medical Officer of LifeStream Blood Bank, talks with HPI about the evolution of patient blood management programs, his reaction to the EUA of convalescent plasma amidst the COVID-19 crisis, and what's in store next for The Blood Bank Guy!

    A Look Inside Patient Blood Management Awareness Around the World with Rebecca Rock, RN

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 3, 2020 13:17


    Rebecca Rock, RN and CFO of the Society for the Advancement of Blood Management (SABM), connects with HPI to share her clinical experiences (across different countries!) that led to a passion for blood conservation, and the importance of celebrating awareness around the management of this precious resource. Patient Blood Management Awareness Week this year is November 5-9.

    COVID Conversations with Kim Zunker (Episode 11: Testing, Results and Regulatory Actions )

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 27, 2020 24:41


    In episode 11 of COVID Convos with Kim Zunker, we walk through current developments in case numbers nationally, rapid testing, regulatory actions, hospital and healthcare worker testing, and much more. Join Kim weekly for more real time updates and keep sending your questions to HPIpodcast@accumen.com.

    Myth Busting with Mara Aspinall (Episode 8: Debunking COVID Conspiracy Theories)

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 23, 2020 19:42


    In this episode Mara debunks a few of the biggest conspiracies related to COVID-19, including the who, what, where and why of the top theories plaguing the news today. Mara breaks down fact and fiction for each, starting with “COVID is a hoax”. Listen to the full episode to learn more and continue to submit your questions for Mara at HPIpodcast@accumen.com!

    From Navy Corpsman to Hospital Lab Leader

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 10, 2020 23:00


    In this episode, HPI connects with Aaron Harding, Director of Laboratory at SHARP HealthCare in San Diego, CA to discuss how his military training and wartime experiences in Southeast Asia prepared him to lead through the current healthcare crisis, and how he's applying these learnings every day in the clinical laboratory.

    Myth Busting with Mara Aspinall (Episode 7: The Pandemic Will Never End)

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 10, 2020 13:02


    In this episode Mara explains why it feels like this pandemic will never end. She shares the good news, bad news, and how she perceives the light at the end of the tunnel. Send your questions or myths you'd like to hear busted by Mara to HPIpodcast@accumen.com.

    COVID Conversations with Kim Zunker (Episode 10: Testing Positive)

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 10, 2020 23:13


    In this episode, Kim dives into current testing reports, highlighting declining statistics and mortality rates. Kim also shares her insights on President Trump's positive COVID test result, treatment to-date and the significance of the number of other White House Officials who have tested positive. Join Kim weekly for more real time updates and send your questions to HPIpodcast@accumen.com.

    COVID Conversations with Kim Zunker (Episode 9: Ready, Set, Go!)

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 8, 2020 26:58


    In this episode, our resident clinical lab expert sheds new insights on the race to a vaccine, increased testing (yes, we're STILL working on this) and current efforts to slow spikes in some states. Kim continues to arm us with facts and data as we continue to adjust to our "new normal". Send questions or topics for Kim to cover in future episodes to HPIpodcast@accumen.com.

    Measuring Lab Stewardship Success with Dr. Jane Dickerson

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 1, 2020 16:36


    Lab tests have never been in the healthcare spotlight like they are now. In this episode, HPI connects with Dr. Jane Dickerson from Seattle Children’s Hospital to talk Lab Stewardship. As an expert on the topic, Dr. Dickerson defines what stewardship really means while sharing best-in-class program examples from across the country - consistently highlighting the shared responsibility of clinicians to ensure the right tests are selected, interpretations are clear and visible, and results are received in a timely manner to best treat each and every patient in their care.

    COVID-19 Myth Busting with Mara Aspinall (Episode 6: What Happens When COVID and Flu Season Intersect.)

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 25, 2020 19:54


    In this episode, Mara educates us on the impending "twindemic", explaining the key differences between the flu and COVID, how to best prevent exposure and when to test for one, the other or both. She also tackles some significant vaccine myths! Tune in to bust this myth with Mara - and be sure to continue to send topics you'd like Mara to cover in upcoming episodes to HPIpodcast@accumen.com.

    COVID Conversations with Kim Zunker (Episode 8: Week 35 Update: Vaccines, Vaccines, Vaccines)

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 17, 2020 26:10


    In this episode of COVID Conversations, Kim Zunker dives into vaccine developments for COVID-19 as well as clinical trial work to-date. Tune in for updates on which countries and companies are having the most success in the race to be first to market, as well as Kim's opinions on the safety of those that make it that far. You can also continue to send questions you'd like Kim to answer to HPIpodcast@accumen.com.

    COVID-19 Myth Busting with Mara Aspinall (Episode 5: There is no Need for Testing Policies)

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 10, 2020 18:41


    In this episode, Mara dives into variables that fuel the virus in one area and limit it in others. From public transportation ventilation to differing protocols in education, professional or community settings, the lack of policy direction leaves the door open for more questions and future concerns. Tune in to bust this myth with Mara!

    COVID Conversations with Kim Zunker (Episode 7: Week 34 Update: Never a Dull Moment)

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 9, 2020 24:00


    In this episode of COVID Conversations, Kim Zunker provides major testing updates, details on the Convalescent Plasma EUA, CDC guidance on asymptomatic testing, death certificate data, and a new rule CLIA rule under HHS reporting. Send questions you'd like to hear answered to HPIpodcast@accumen.com.

    COVID's Impact on Blood Management with Dr. Claudia Cohn

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 4, 2020 24:06


    In this episode, HPI connects with Dr. Claudia Cohn, Chief Medical Officer of AABB and the Blood Bank Laboratory Director at the University of Minnesota. Dr. Cohn shares her experiences and learnings throughout the pandemic to-date in both roles - one advising the largest blood management organization in the U.S. and the other as a blood laboratory leader foreseeing a shortage in both blood and ICU beds - and needing to find a solution, FAST.

    CARES Act Provider Relief Fund Compliance Mini-Series (Episode 20 - Part 2: Provider Relief Fund Terms and Conditions – what you should know and do to demonstrate compliance)

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 2, 2020 18:48


    In this episode, members of the Alvarez & Marsal team walk us through the Provider Relief Fund terms and conditions, including what recipients should know and do to best demonstrate compliance. Join the team to understand the value of a compliance framework as well as important policies, processes and documentation that will help mitigate risk. Send questions you'd like to hear answered in future episodes to HPIpodcast@accumen.com.

    COVID Conversations with Kim Zunker (Episode 6: Week 33 Update: It's a Roller Coaster. Keeping Track!)

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 28, 2020 25:51


    In this episode of COVID Conversations, Kim Zunker provides updated information the new HHS reporting structure, the announcement that the HHS rescinded the guidance that allowed FDA to require premarket review of the laboratory developed tests, and where we are with the development of a vaccine. Send questions you'd like to hear answered to HPIpodcast@accumen.com.

    COVID 19 Myth Busting with Mara Aspinall (Episode 4: This is the First Pandemic, Ever)

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 28, 2020 19:32


    In this myth busting episode with Mara Aspinall, she provides us the in depth truth of whether this is the first pandemic in 100 years or if there are others. Tune in to learn the truth and what we've learned from previous healthcare crises. Send your questions or myths you'd like to hear busted by Mara to HPIpodcast@accumen.com.

    Pandemic Insights from the Payer Perspective with Dr. Darrel Weaver VP, Health Care Network Services at Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Alabama

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 21, 2020 33:17


    In this episode, HPI is joined by Dr. Darrel Weaver, Vice President, Health Care Network Services at Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Alabama, currently serving over 2.9 million members. Dr. Weaver shares his insights on the value of healthier patients, the importance of data driven strategies to influence change in a value-based care world, and the recent boom in telehealth specifically allowing BCBSAL increased reach to its rural members.

    COVID Conversations with Kim Zunker (Episode 5: Week 32 Update: Antigen Testing, Asymptomatic Testing, Reporting and NEW EUAs)

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 21, 2020 23:13


    In this episode of COVID Conversations, Kim Zunker highlights new EUAs, what reporting looks like in week 32 of the pandemic, plus updates on asymptomatic and antigen testing. Stay up-to-date on pandemic news each week with Kim as she breaks down all the critical topics. Send questions you'd like to hear answered to HPIpodcast@accumen.com.

    CARES Act Provider Relief Fund Compliance Mini-Series (Episode 20 - Part 1: Overview of the Public Health and Social Services Fund)

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 19, 2020 16:22


    In this episode, members of the Alvarez & Marsal team provide an overview of the Public Health and Social Services Fund (commonly referred to as the Provider Relief Fund), including structure and key compliance considerations that Recipients should keep in mind when accepting these funds. Alvarez & Marsal is a global professional services firm notable for its work in turnaround management and performance improvement of a number of large, high-profile businesses both in the US and internationally. Send questions you'd like to hear the Alvarez & Marsal Healthcare Industry Group's Regulatory and Compliance Services team answer in future episodes to HPIpodcast@accumen.com.

    COVID Conversations with Kim Zunker (Episode 4: Hot spots, Reporting, Vaccines – Oh my!)

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 17, 2020 24:59


    In this episode, Kim compares COVID hot spots, updates on reporting guidelines, and the status of vaccine development. Stay up to date on pandemic news each week as Kim breaks down critical topics. Send questions you'd like Kim to answer to HPIpodcast@accumen.com.

    COVID 19 Myth Busting with Mara Aspinall (Episode 3: I don't need a mask, I feel fine.)

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 13, 2020 17:51


    In this episode, Mara tackles the ever-present myth that if you feel fine, you are fine. She shares facts and insights on child immunity, asymptomatic testing, the impending flu season, expanding COVID symptoms, and of course - masks. You won't want to miss this one! And if you have a myth that needs busting, send it to HPIpodcast@accumen.com to be considered for future episodes.

    COVID Conversations with Kim Zunker (Episode 3: Test Methods in 10 Minutes - Bonus Episode!)

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 13, 2020 13:03


    To say COVID-19 testing methods are changing rapidly is an understatement! To keep you up-to-date, Kim joined us for a bonus episode this week to share recent updates on COVID testing, including: detection and antibody tests, unique testing being investigated, and multiplex testing.

    COVID Conversations with Kim Zunker (Episode 3: Disparate states, same goals)

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 7, 2020 37:29


    In this episode, Kim dives into the current dichotomy between states in surge and recovery phases of the pandemic in parallel to a shared goal to scale lab testing, increase testing options and continue to identify new technology solutions. Join Kim weekly for more real-time updates and, if you have a specific question, send it to HPIpodcast@accumen.com for Kim to answer!

    Heather Hurley: The Joint Commission Addresses COVID-19

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 30, 2020 10:15


    The Joint Commission is one of the many government agencies working hard to be a resource for healthcare, supporting those on the front lines, during the current crisis. Heather Hurley chats with HPI about how The Joint Commission pivoted during the COVID-19 crisis, including guidance and resources available for healthcare organizations. Ms. Hurley has held several distinguished roles at The Joint Commission, currently serving as the Executive Director of Laboratory Accreditation and Health Systems Strategic Accounts. The Joint Commission is dedicated to continuously improve healthcare for the public, in collaboration with other stakeholders, by evaluating health care organizations and inspiring them to excel in providing safe and effective care of the highest quality and value. Its vision is that all people always experience the safest, highest quality, best-value health care across all settings. You can find The Joint Commission on LinkedIn @ https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-joint-commission/

    COVID 19 Myth Busting with Mara Aspinall (Episode 2: It's not safe to go back to work)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 27, 2020 17:47


    Mara Aspinall continues her mission to raise the profile of diagnostics in the COVID-19 spotlight by busting myths in this 6-part series. Episode 2 busts the myth: "It's not safe to go back to work". Ms. Aspinall talks temperature checks, masks, hand washing frequency and the strength of  sanitzer. Each episode in this series busts a current myth in detail. If you think you have a myth that needs busting, send it to HPIpodcast@accumen.com for Mara's review!  

    COVID Conversations with Kim Zunker (Episode 2: Measuring COVID's Impact)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 24, 2020 33:53


    In this episode, Kim chats with HPI about three significant areas in the news today: (1) current virus spikes and using Rt values as a measurement of infection severity, (2) the impact of the President's decision to remove pandemic control from the CDC, and (3) specimen pooling as a new form of testing with potentially shorter turn-around times. Join Kim weekly for more real time updates and, if you have a specific question, send it to HPIpodcast@accumen.com for Kim to answer! 

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