Podcasts about healthcare

What if the year you lost your job and your mother lost her home became the same year you helped build a $70 million breakthrough in medicine? In this episode of Sharkpreneur, Seth Greene interviews Rome Madison, 3X Best-Selling Author and Keynote Speaker, who shares how growing up with a single mother battling severe mental illness and later homelessness fueled his “no excuses” mindset, and how hand-copying medical textbooks at Barnes & Noble helped him break into precision medicine just as the Human Genome Project was completed. He walks through launching a consulting firm, co-creating the Precision Medicine Podcast that contributed to a $70 million acquisition, and his current work as a confidence coach and host of the global show Genetics for Healthcare, helping high achievers stop second-guessing themselves and expand their impact.   Key Takeaways: → The pivotal year when unemployment and a family crisis collided, and why that moment became the catalyst for entering precision medicine. → The unconventional way he prepared for a highly technical role by hand-copying medical and molecular biology content from bookstore shelves. → A plain-language breakdown of what precision medicine actually is, and how it first transformed cancer care through surgical specimens. → Why so many venture-backed precision medicine companies burned through billions, and how that opened the door for his consulting firm. → Behind-the-scenes insights into the $70 million acquisition that included the podcast, and the powerful lessons it taught him about ownership, equity, and value creation.   Rome Madison is a dynamic speaker, author, and podcaster who helps people boost self-confidence, face fears, embrace uncertainty, and cut through chaos to achieve bold, ambitious goals. Known for his high-energy delivery and inspiring message, he empowers audiences to take risks and pursue success with fearless determination. A pioneer in the precision medicine industry, Rome draws from extensive sales management and executive leadership experience, sharing powerful lessons from leading massively successful start-ups to navigating the challenges of corporate collapse and restructuring. A futurist with a Specialty in Business Strategy from Harvard Business School Online, he blends forward-thinking insight with real-world expertise. Featured on more than 50 TV and radio programs nationwide, Rome has spoken on global stages, including the Consumer Electronics Show, where he shared his expertise on the Future of Healthcare. His mission is simple yet profound: inspire people to crush their goals, no matter the obstacles. Connect With Rome : Website: https://romemadison.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/romemadisoneverydaysuperstar/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@RomeMadison X: https://x.com/RomeMadison Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheEverydaySuperstar LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/genomicsellingsolutions/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

New year, same 'ssues! Bryan is live from his sister's childhood bedroom (blame Renee) and tells us how his trip to Japan over our holiday break went. Erin (Queen of Air Flights) spent her break wondering what is going on at the Miami International Airport and why the youth are so obsessed with 6-7'ing. Bryan highlights the court challenges by states, federal workers and advocates that were submitted during the end of 2025 fighting back against restrictions and bans for gender affirming care. Erin shares how the United States' Citizens Coinage Advisory Committee is attempting to celebrate America's 250th birthday with questionable new coin designs paying tribute to civil rights, abolition and suffrage movements. For this week's bonus Dateline Recap visit www.patreon.com/attitudesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What do fascists need to do to convince their rank and file that they're the smartest in the room? They invent new science to trash the old science they didn't like. First, we look into how RFK Jr is “making the proof” for all his scientific endeavors, then unpacking a new proposal from the AZ state sena Janae Shamp about how she's going to get to the bottom of the clinical diagnosis of Trump Derangement Syndrome. First, we read a lovely bio-romance poem from our favorite ex-Mormon vampire millionaire, Bryan Johnson. Show Notes CDC awards $1.6 million for hepatitis B vaccine study by controversial Danish researchers US awards no-bid contract to Denmark scientists studying hepatitis B vaccine in African babies Now is the Time to Scale Up Birth-Dose Hepatitis B Vaccine in Low- and Middle-Income Countries The CDC is Funding an Unethical Vaccine Trial in Guinea-Bissau The False Narrative of Nonspecific Vaccine Effects Randomized trials show no evidence of non-specific vaccine effects Hepatitis B and C in the adult population of Bissau, Guinea-Bissau: a cross-sectional survey Fiftieth Anniversary of Uncovering the Tuskegee Syphilis Study: The Story and Timeless Lessons Chronic Hepatitis Is Common and Often Untreated Among Children With Hepatitis B Infection in the United States and Canada Fired Nurse to Fierce Senator: Janae Shamp Exposes the Border Crisis & Government Betrayal State Sen. Janae Shamp on Border Security, Housing Affordability, and Health Care in Arizona  States Look to Religious Leaders to Fill Mental Health Gap  Charles Krauthammer: Bush Derangement Syndrome is spreading Zakaria: Liberals have to avoid Trump Derangement Syndrome  Krauthammer: You can't govern by id  New Yorker: Sarah Huckabee Sanders, Trump's Battering RamGreat job by Bret Baier in his Interview with Lyin' Kamala Harris Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this sobering episode of Politely Rude, Abby is joined by Noemi Padilla, a registered nurse with over 30 years of experience — including four years working inside a high-volume abortion clinic in Tampa, Florida.Noemi shares her firsthand testimony of how she entered the abortion industry believing she was helping women, only to witness systemic neglect, coercion, and abuse behind closed doors. She recounts the lack of medical standards, the profit-driven culture, and the ways women were treated when no one was watching — realities she says are not isolated incidents, but widespread and protected.This conversation explores how the abortion industry recruits, silences, and shields itself from accountability, even when women are harmed. Noemi also reflects on the moment that shattered her justifications, the guilt of complicity, and why she ultimately chose to walk away and speak out.This episode is difficult, necessary, and deeply revealing — a testimony that has become a call for truth, accountability, and genuine care for women.FOLLOW ABBY ON SOCIAL MEDIA- Instagram- Facebook- Twitter

President Donald Trump is once again rattling health care talks. Anna and Jake break down how. Plus, Republicans' are scrambling to avoid a rare defeat on a War Powers vote tied to Venezuela — and where things stand on government funding ahead of the Jan. 30 deadline. Punchbowl News is on YouTube Subscribe⁠⁠⁠⁠ to our channel today to see all the new ways ⁠we're investing in video.⁠⁠⁠⁠ Want more in-depth daily coverage from Congress?⁠⁠⁠ ⁠Subscribe⁠⁠⁠⁠ to our free Punchbowl News AM newsletter at punchbowl.news.⁠⁠⁠⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

What if the problem isn't medicine — but the way your career is structured right now?In this episode, Tracy sits down with Annie Wildermuth, PA, leadership consultant, and ICF-certified coach, for a thoughtful, grounded conversation about career pivots, burnout, and how clinicians can make intentional changes without blowing up their lives.Annie shares her own non-linear career journey — from emergency medicine to academia, medical education, leadership development, and coaching — and explains why so many clinicians feel stuck when the “traditional” career path no longer fits. Together, Tracy and Annie unpack why waiting until you're in crisis to think about career strategy is so common — and how much easier it is to make aligned decisions when you plan ahead.They explore one of the biggest myths in medicine: that non-clinical work is automatically the solution to burnout. Annie offers a refreshingly honest take on whether the grass is really greener, what she misses about patient care, and why values — not job titles — should drive career decisions.You'll also hear practical guidance on how to: • Identify whether your burnout is about workload, values misalignment, or lack of purpose • Decide if leadership opportunities are worth building where you are — or if it's time to move on • Make smaller, sustainable changes inside your current role before pursuing a big pivot • Navigate the fear of learning something new (yes, even an entirely new specialty) • Take career transitions one manageable step at a time — without paralysis or perfectionismAnnie introduces a powerful framework from Drive — autonomy, mastery, and purpose — and explains how even small shifts in these areas can dramatically improve fulfillment at work. Tracy adds real-world examples from her own coaching clients and personal experience, including why “working less” alone rarely cures burnout.The episode closes with a reminder clinicians need to hear: you don't need to have everything figured out. Careers evolve. Values change. And choosing a new direction doesn't mean your previous path was wrong — just that you've grown.If you've been wondering whether it's time for a change, this conversation will help you slow down, get clear, and move forward with intention — instead of panic.

I'm gonna do a little series here called "The Inches Are All Around Us," and in this series, at least to start, all of the inches I'm gonna mention are full-on administrative waste—waste that is particularly egregious because it has nothing to do with patient care. That's why when Shane Cerone said, "The inches are all around us" in episode 492 about hospitals and hospital prices, I really perked up. Because by fixing this friction, this administrative waste, we can actually improve patient care and reduce costs simultaneously. For a full transcript of this episode, click here. If you enjoy this podcast, be sure to subscribe to the free weekly newsletter to be a member of the Relentless Tribe. Along these same lines, I have also heard Zack Cooper, PhD, talk about the 1% steps to healthcare reform project, where he's like, look, find 10 or 30 or whatever 1% problems, and you'll probably transform healthcare faster than if you're trying to find a 10% or 30% solution. So, same idea. And finding these inches, these 1 percents, even in and of themselves, it's big dollars when it comes to how much the U.S. spends on healthcare, which is, by the way, projected to reach $5.6 trillion in 2025, according to NHE (National Health Expenditure) projections from federal actuaries. So, I decided to go on a bit of a quest for these inches—you know, get a bead on where they may be nestled for anyone looking on behalf of their plan or their country or their state maybe. To this end, also recall or be aware of the episode with David Scheinker, PhD (EP363). But David Scheinker in that episode gets into how much every industry pays something like 2% to administer a transaction. But in healthcare, the provider pays something like 14%, and the payer pays another 14% to submit and get paid for a claim, which is healthcare for a transaction. Don't get me wrong, it's the plan sponsors such as self-insured employers, members, and USA taxpayers who are ultimately paying for those two 14 percents. So that 28% of full-on administrative costs—most of which, we could agree, could go away and probably be better for patients, not worse—this, too, is coming out of the pockets of the ultimate purchasers of healthcare. Those costs are getting passed along. I say all this to say, to kick off this "the inches are all around us" exploration, I wanted to dig in a little more specifically into what goes on during these aforementioned transactions (ie, what this life of a claim kind of, like, looks like on the ground). I wanted to start here because, yeah, we haven't done this before; and this exploration is gonna continue into next week because we're gonna dip heavy into clearinghouses with Zack Kanter and what they do all day. And then after that, I'm talking payment integrity programs. I'm talking prepayment review programs with Mark Noel, because you know what? Employers don't wanna be bringing a knife to a gunfight. And I realized in the course of these conversations that any self-insured plan sponsor that is not doing, for real, payment integrity programs, for real, prepayment review, post-payment review.  I'm getting ahead of myself, but when you listen to the show next week with Zack Kanter, you will so totally see what I mean. Today, as I mentioned earlier, I am speaking with Mark Newman, who is the CEO and founder of Nomi Health. Nomi aims to simplify the act of buying and paying for healthcare for self-insured employers. Look 'em up if that sounds intriguing. I also do need to thank Nomi Health for so generously offering to donate to RHV to cover the expenses of producing this episode. So, thank you so much to Nomi Health. Okay, lastly here, just to set the basic framework for this conversation that follows, Mark gets into two main revelations, reasons that kind of sit behind all a large part of the waste and friction in healthcare transactions. Again, otherwise known as a claim getting paid. And these two reasons are data isn't data isn't data. In other words, as a claim moves through the system to different stakeholders, the data starts to change and morph and come and go. Different people have different use cases for that data, so it starts to get added and subtracted, but nobody really has the universal level to tote up the difference in any organized fashion. So, we talk about that first. Then Mark Newman doubles down with another reason for the friction and waste. Here's the second revelation: A dollar isn't a dollar isn't a dollar. And same kind of rules apply here. A plan sponsor might spend a dollar and, yeah, is that dollar spent or is that dollar accrued to spend? Which is kind of wonky, but also relevant. And if you didn't understand that, we'll get to it. And then just because a dollar gets spent doesn't mean the provider gets that dollar. And by the way, I don't just mean, oh, there's spread pricing. How shocking. I mean that a plan sponsor could roll up to a hospital and say, "We spent $10 million last year," and the hospital could say, "No, you didn't. You only spent five." And spoiler alert, in this case, it's not about spread pricing, although it might be. It's also about how much was the member responsibility that the members didn't pay. So, a dollar is not a dollar for a whole bunch of different reasons. This podcast is sponsored by Aventria Health Group, and today, it's also sponsored by Nomi Health. Also mentioned in this episode are Nomi Health; Shane Cerone; Zack Cooper, PhD; David Scheinker, PhD; Zack Kanter; Mark Noel; Aventria Health Group; Preston Alexander; Eric Bricker, MD; Sam Flanders, MD; Andrew Tsang; Sandra Raup; Stan Schwartz, MD; ZERO.health; Cristin Dickerson, MD; and Matt Christensen. For a list of healthcare industry acronyms and terms that may be unfamiliar to you, click here.   You can learn more at nomihealth.com or reach out to Mark at mark@nomihealth.com. You can also follow Mark and Nomi Health on LinkedIn.   Mark Newman is the co-founder and CEO of Nomi Health, on a mission to rebuild America's healthcare system to serve all stakeholders: providers, employers, and patients. A recognized healthcare innovator and entrepreneur, Mark previously founded and built HireVue into the world's largest provider of AI-driven talent assessment solutions before its acquisition by the Carlyle Group. His commitment to improving the healthcare system stems from a desire to address systemic issues that have long plagued the industry. Under his leadership since its inception in 2019, Nomi Health has focused on creating a more direct and transparent healthcare experience: reducing an organization's spend by over 30% per patient while increasing a provider's payments. Through Nomi Health, Mark continues to advocate for a more efficient, service-centered approach to healthcare that prioritizes known costs for employers, zero out of pocket for patients, and near-real-time payments for providers.   06:48 What is actionable to know about the life of a claim? 08:14 How data can change as it moves through the claims process. 11:45 Why a dollar isn't a dollar in healthcare. 18:50 Why employers are actually paying more than a dollar to access a dollar of healthcare (the medical loss ratio). 21:54 Why cutting out the "friction" is actually better for employees and members. 22:48  EP482 with Preston Alexander. 22:50 EP472 with Eric Bricker, MD. 23:36  EP490 and EP492 with Sam Flanders, MD, and Shane Cerone. 23:53 Infographic by Andrew Tsang showing 27 streams of income. 26:53 How do we fix these issues? 28:05 LinkedIn comment from Sandra Raup. 28:59 How Nomi Health is experimenting with a no co-payment, no deductible model. 31:29 INBW42 with Stacey on moral hazard. 32:26 EP486 with Stan Schwartz, MD. 32:31  EP485 with Cristin Dickerson, MD. 32:56 The Innovator's Dilemma by Clayton M. Christensen. 34:55 How does Nomi Health work with and help employers?   You can learn more at nomihealth.com or reach out to Mark at mark@nomihealth.com. You can also follow Mark and Nomi Health on LinkedIn.   @markhirevue discusses #plansponsor #healthspend and #clinicalorg pay on our #healthcarepodcast. #podcast #financialhealth #patientoutcomes #primarycare #digitalhealth #healthcareleadership #healthcaretransformation #healthcareinnovation   Recent past interviews: Click a guest's name for their latest RHV episode! Stacey Richter (INBW45), Stacey Richter (INBW44), Marilyn Bartlett (Encore! EP450), Dr Mick Connors, Sarah Emond (EP494), Sarah Emond (Bonus Episode), Stacey Richter (INBW43), Olivia Ross (Take Two: EP240), John Quinn

Carl Quintanilla, Sara Eisen, & David Faber kicked off the hour with new jobs data - and the latest out of a busy 24 hours from the White House... including the President's latest comments moving defense, housing, and even auto stocks. One longtime market veteran gave her top picks for the volatility - while CNBC's Diana Olick talked fallout for the homebuilders. Plus: Eurasia Group's Ian Bremmer joined the team with his take on the U.S.'s next targets (and top risks) abroad.  Also in focus: UBS's healthcare playbook - as the group rallies to start the year to new highs... and details on CNBC's newest initiative: CNBC Cures.   Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In this episode, Dr. Karen Litzy and Dr. Stephanie Weyrauch discuss the evolving landscape of physical therapy as they look ahead to 2026. They explore the identity crisis within the profession, the shift from volume to value, the role of AI, the importance of clinician leadership, and the need for community building over social media algorithms. The conversation emphasizes the proactive nature of physical therapy and the opportunities for growth and visibility in the field.   Takeaways   ·      Physical therapy is at a pivotal moment with evolving technology. ·      The profession faces an identity crisis regarding its role and value. ·      Visibility and storytelling are crucial for physical therapy practices. ·      AI can enhance patient care by taking over mundane tasks. ·      Clinicians should embrace leadership roles beyond traditional settings. ·      Building community is essential for the future of healthcare. ·      Proactive care can prevent injuries and improve quality of life. ·      Trust is the new currency in healthcare interactions. ·      Physical therapists can help patients age gracefully and actively. ·      Advocacy for the profession is vital for its future growth.   Chapters   ·      00:00 Introduction to the State of Physical Therapy ·      11:22 APTA's Strategic Framework for 2030 ·      14:52 Physical Therapy's Identity Crisis and Opportunities ·      26:26 Navigating the Identity Crisis in Physical Therapy ·      32:24 The Shift from Volume to Value in Healthcare ·      36:39 Embracing AI: A Tool for Enhancement, Not Replacement ·      40:41 Clinicians as Leaders: Expanding Roles Beyond Treatment ·      45:19 Building Community Over Algorithms   More About Dr. Weyrauch: Stephanie Weyrauch, PT, DPT is a doctor of physical therapy with MovementX in Billings, Montana. She helps people across all ages and abilities reduce pain, increase strength, restore mobility and balance, and optimize performance. Specialties: -Pelvic Health PT for All Genders -Pre/Post Pregnancy & Obstetric Rehabilitation -Sports Injury Recovery and Prevention -Hands-On Manual Therapy -Post-Surgical Rehabilitation -Balance Training & Falls Prevention -Group or Family Sessions -Telehealth (offered in North Dakota, Montana, Connecticut, and Minnesota)   Resources from this Episode: Stephanie on Instagram Stephanie on LinkedIn Stephanie on Substack Dr. Eva Norman's Healthy Wealthy & Smart episode Dr. Rebecca Seagraves Instagram   Jane Sponsorship Information: Book a one-on-one demo here Mention the code LITZY1MO for a free month   Follow Dr. Karen Litzy on Social Media: Karen's Instagram Karen's LinkedIn   Subscribe to Healthy, Wealthy & Smart: YouTube Website Apple Podcast Spotify SoundCloud Stitcher iHeart Radio

On this episode of DGTL Voices, Dr. Junaid Kalia shares his journey to becoming a neurologist and entrepreneur in the field of AI in healthcare. He discusses his pivotal moments that shaped his identity as a healer, scientist, and entrepreneur, and the creation of SaveLife.AI, a platform aimed at improving healthcare access in low-income countries. Dr. Kalia emphasizes the importance of patience, resilience, and continuous learning in both personal and professional growth.

Your clients' budgets absorbed increases they never saw coming this year. A healthcare premium that jumped several hundred dollars per month. Utility bills up $50 at peak usage. Return-to-office mandates that added childcare costs, gas expenses, and convenience spending they didn't budget for. Buy now, pay later options at grocery checkouts, not just for wants but for food.When your clients sit down with you, they're financially stressed. And they're also cautiously pessimistic, worried about what's next, and hoping they can just stay stable. This is the reality of financial coaching in 2026, and it's why the gap between need and demand matters more than most coaches want to admit.This episode looks at being a financial coach in 2026 from three perspectives. First, the concrete ways rising costs are squeezing your clients' household budgets right now. Second, the role you play in cutting through their worry with clarity and steadying energy instead of more information. And third, how all of this shapes your business strategy, your messaging, and the way you position your work when clients aren't buying on "maybe this could help."If you've wondered why your ideal clients aren't reaching out even when they clearly need help, or if you've felt the tension between knowing coaches are needed and watching people hesitate to hire you, this episode will help you see what's actually happening and how to meet this moment with courage and strategic clarity.Links & Resources:Ultimate Growth GuideJoin the Facebook groupKey Takeaways:People need financial coaches more than ever, but need doesn't equal demand. Just because someone is struggling doesn't mean they're actively seeking your solution. And that means that how you talk about your work matters more than ever.Healthcare premiums increased significantly for many families in 2026. When you combine that with utility rate hikes and return-to-office costs, clients are absorbing hundreds of dollars in monthly budget increases they didn't plan for.Shift from selling to steadying. Right now, people aren't buying on "maybe this could help." They're saying yes when the outcome is crystal clear and the commitment feels manageable.One in four Americans now uses buy now, pay later for groceries. This isn't about luxuries anymore. It's a signal of how tight household cashflow has become, and it's creating unnecessary chaos in people's budgets.Return-to-office mandates don't just increase commute costs. They ripple into childcare, eating out, work clothes, and spending more for convenience because flexibility at home disappears.75% of our own small business vendors raised their rates in 2025. Business owners are navigating the same financial squeeze as clients, which means your financial coaching mind is your greatest asset in running your business strategically.Being a financial coach in 2026 takes courage. You need to speak sincerely and clearly about how you help people, make faster business decisions, and lead by example in uncertain times.

This podcast is brought to you by Outcomes Rocket, your exclusive healthcare marketing agency. Learn how to accelerate your growth by going to⁠ outcomesrocket.com Making healthcare access as simple as booking a table? Almost. In this episode, David Dyke, Chief Product Officer at Relatient, discusses how intelligent patient access is revolutionizing the healthcare experience. He explains why healthcare is far more complex than everyday consumer services and how Relatient uses organizational intelligence to streamline patient interactions across multiple channels. He dives into Dash, their platform that integrates with EMRs and practice systems, and shows how voice AI reduces repetitive tasks while guiding patients efficiently. Dyke emphasizes the importance of balancing automation with human touch to improve workflow and patient satisfaction. Tune in to hear how Relatient is simplifying healthcare access for patients and providers alike! Resources Connect with and follow David Dyke on LinkedIn. Follow Relatient on LinkedIn and explore their website!

In this episode, Jakob Emerson, Associate News Director at Becker's Healthcare, breaks down the latest trends in the payer landscape, including pharmacy benefit management, health system cost pressures, and Anthem's new 10% penalty on out-of-network claims. He also highlights the recent debate between Mark Cuban and PBM leaders on industry transparency and rising pharmaceutical costs.

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Happy New Year and welcome to the very first Speak Easy episode of 2026. To kick off the year, Blake dives into a topic that impacts every family—even if we avoid talking about it: healthcare. In this episode, Blake sits down with Andy Schoonover, CEO of CrowdHealth, to unpack why so many people feel trapped in traditional health insurance, how the system actually profits, and what alternatives exist for families who want more agency, transparency, and community-driven care. Andy shares his personal breaking point with insurance denial, how cash-pay medicine exposed the cracks in the system, and why CrowdHealth was built to give people a real exit ramp. Together, they explore rising deductibles, denied claims, negotiated medical bills, prescription costs, and why "healthcare" often feels more like "sick care." This conversation goes beyond policy—it's about autonomy, informed choices, and breaking out of systems that no longer serve us. If you've ever asked, "What am I even paying for?" or wondered if there's another way, this episode may open a door you didn't know existed. CrowdHealth is a healthcare alternative that lets members crowdfund medical expenses, negotiate bills, and access care without insurance networks or massive deductibles. ✨ Try it out for $99 for your first 3 months with code SPEAKEASY at joincrowdhealth.com/speakeasy. (CrowdHealth is not insurance.) Sometimes opting out is the first step toward freedom.

Improving Healthcare Access and Quality Dr. Julie Wilson, a family physician in British Columbia, joined Michael to discuss her work in transforming healthcare workplaces. Her organization now manages 20 clinics and supports more than 100 healthcare providers across the province. Julie shared her motivation to expand access and improve the quality of care, especially as BC faces the dual challenge of an aging population and rapidly growing immigrant communities. She emphasized the essential role of primary care in offering trusted guidance and stability for patients. Michael noted that stronger healthcare systems support healthier communities, which ultimately strengthens economic productivity and quality of life. The Healthcare Worker Shortage Crisis Michael and Julie explored the global shortage of healthcare workers, particularly physicians, which is placing immense strain on clinics and care systems. They discussed how rising patient volumes without matching compensation or support lead to burnout, turnover, and reduced quality of care. Julie highlighted the importance of creating supportive environments where healthcare professionals can practice in ways that align with their strengths and patient needs, rather than being restricted by rigid schedules or outdated expectations. AI Integration in Clinical Workflow Michael spoke about the importance of meaningful clinician–patient relationships, especially for individuals living with chronic conditions or complex medical histories. He reflected on the growing administrative burden clinicians face due to charting demands and documentation requirements, which often distract from patient care and contribute to burnout. Michael expressed optimism that AI integration into electronic health records could reduce these tasks and give clinicians more time with patients. Benefits of AI in Healthcare Documentation Julie and Michael discussed how AI can transform healthcare documentation. They noted that AI tools can improve the completeness and accuracy of patient records, reduce the hours clinicians spend on charting, and support better follow up and communication. Michael highlighted the potential for AI to uncover meaningful patterns in patient data that can ultimately improve outcomes. Both agreed that reducing administrative friction will allow healthcare professionals to focus more fully on the practice of medicine. Autonomy and Support in Clinical Settings Julie shared her philosophy for running medical clinics, grounded in autonomy, trust, and respect. She emphasized the value of listening to staff, providing emotional and operational support, and fostering a positive work culture. Michael added a personal example of creating a warm and welcoming atmosphere in one of his clinics, which aligned with Julie's approach. Together, they underscored that when employees feel heard and supported, they deliver better care and maintain higher levels of engagement. Website:  https://terranovamedical.ca LinkedIn:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/julie-wilson-4a25b4214/    

In this episode, Alan Condon, Editor in Chief, and Laura Dyrda, Vice President and Editor in Chief at Becker's Healthcare, discuss major healthcare stories shaping 2026, including hospital mergers and acquisitions, competitive market dynamics, and policy developments impacting rural and independent hospitals.

How do you scale generative AI in healthcare without sacrificing trust, transparency, or governance? In this podcast hosted by Mphasis Vice President of Products Chenny Solaiyappan, Cognizant Senior Director Elliot Papadakis shares how Cognizant is building and operationalizing an AI gateway that sits at the center of its responsible AI strategy. Elliot discusses embedding generative AI into payer workflows, designing human-in-the-loop guardrails, and using AI orchestration to unlock productivity gains across complex healthcare systems while keeping accountability and patient impact front and center.

In this episode, Kelsi Sheren discusses the pressing issues facing Ontario, particularly under the leadership of Doug Ford. She critiques Ford's focus on alcohol policies while neglecting critical areas such as healthcare, housing, and public safety. The conversation highlights the disconnect between government priorities and the lived realities of Ontarians, emphasizing the need for genuine leadership and accountability. Sheren calls for action from citizens to demand better governance and address the systemic failures affecting their lives.Chapters00:00 Introduction and Context of Ontario's Issues02:49 Doug Ford's Focus on Alcohol Over Real Issues06:09 Healthcare and Housing Crisis in Ontario08:56 Symbolism vs. Substance in Governance11:52 The Consequences of Leadership Failures14:45 Call to Action and Conclusion- - - - - - - - - - - -One Time Donation! - Paypal - https://paypal.me/brassandunityBuy me a coffee! - https://buymeacoffee.com/kelsisherenLet's connect!Youtube - https://www.youtube.com/@thekelsisherenperspectiveInstagram -  https://www.instagram.com/thekelsisherenperspective?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw%3D%3DX: https://x.com/KelsiBurnsInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/kelsie_sheren/Substack:  https://substack.com/@kelsisherenTikTok -   https://x.com/KelsiBurnsListen on Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/1O3yiobOjThKHtqyjviy1a?si=6c78bdc2325a43aeSUPPORT OUR SPONSORS - - - - - - - - - - - -MasterPeace - 10% off with code KELSI - MasterPeace.Health/KelsiKetone IQ- 30% off with code KELSI - https://ketone.com/KELSIGood Livin - 20% off with code KELSI - https://www.itsgoodlivin.com/?ref=KELSIBrass & Unity - 20% off with code UNITY  - http://brassandunity.com- - - - - - - - - - - - -CHARITYHeroic Hearts Project - https://www.heroicheartsproject.orgDefenders of Freedom - https://www.defendersoffreedom.usBoot Campaign - https://bootcampaign.org

As healthcare heads into 2026, the signals are getting harder to ignore. Financial pressure is mounting. Consumer expectations are accelerating. And digital strategies that once felt optional are now core infrastructure. In this episode, hosts Chris Boyer and Reed Smith kick off the new year with a trend-focused conversation unpacking what is actually changing across healthcare, digital strategy, and consumer behavior and what that means for health systems of all shapes and sizes. The discussion spans three critical areas. First, how hospitals, health systems, and academic medical centers are navigating margin pressure, workforce challenges, and increasing scrutiny while being asked to do more with less. Second, how digital and marketing strategies are evolving from campaign-driven efforts into intelligence and experience infrastructure powered by data, AI, and governance. And third, how patient expectations are shifting as consumers bring behaviors learned from retail, banking, and technology into healthcare. Rather than predictions for prediction's sake, this episode focuses on real signals already shaping 2026 and the strategic implications leaders need to understand now. From hybrid care and digital access to AI-enabled personalization and experience design, this conversation is about where healthcare is heading and how prepared organizations truly are. Whether you work in marketing, digital experience, strategy, or executive leadership, this episode offers a grounded look at what is changing, what is breaking, and where health systems need to adapt next. Mentions From the Show:  Chartis: From reactive to proactive: Health systems look to AI and digital to flip the healthcare delivery paradigm within 5 years Fierce Healthcare: 2026 Outlook: Hybrid care companies poised for growth driven by economic, policy tailwinds Gartner: AI's Influence Runs Deeper Than You Think — 2026 Gartner Strategic Predictions Explain Why Paul Keckley website HealthGrades: Special Report: Seven Hospital Marketing Trends You Should Know in 2026 KLAS: AI being used more often at point of care, KLAS research shows Salesforce: The Ninth Edition State of Marketing Report Telus Digital: Six healthcare trends reshaping digital care in 2025 with expert insights on AI, ops, mobile and more The Economist: The truth about affordability Reed Smith on LinkedIn Chris Boyer on LinkedIn Chris Boyer website Chris Boyer on BlueSky Reed Smith on BlueSky Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

LAFD's new chief is criticizing his department's Palisades Fire report. L.A. County supervisors vote to back up legal challenges against federal restrictions on trans youth health care. An anti-smoking billboard is the spot of an ironic New Year's celebration every year, but what do its sponsors think? Plus, more from Evening Edition. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.comThis LAist podcast is supported by Amazon Autos. Buying a car used to be a whole day affair. Now, at Amazon Autos, you can shop for a new, used, or certified pre-owned car whenever, wherever. You can browse hundreds of vehicles from top local dealers, all in one place. Amazon.com/autosVisit www.preppi.com/LAist to receive a FREE Preppi Emergency Kit (with any purchase over $100) and be prepared for the next wildfire, earthquake or emergency! Support the show: https://laist.com

Under Health Secretary RFK Jr's guidance, the CDC has made changes to recommendations for the childhood vaccine schedule. Jessica Malaty Rivera, infectious disease epidemiologist and member of the group Defend Public Health, explains what the changes are and why they are such a big deal for public health.

Health care executive Jason Griffin discusses his article "The digital divide in rural health care." Jason explains how rural providers in the U.S. face critical infrastructure failures and staffing shortages that threaten their ability to serve communities. He explores why standard one-size-fits-all technological solutions often fail these hospitals and advocates for a collaborative model that prioritizes long-term strategic partnerships over temporary fixes. The conversation highlights the economic importance of keeping rural facilities open and the urgent need to listen to local leaders to bridge the digital gap effectively. Join us to learn how we can build resilient systems that ensure equitable access for everyone. This episode is presented by Scholar Advising, a fee-only financial advising firm specializing in providing advice for DIY investors. If you want clear, actionable strategies and confidence that your financial decisions are built on objective advice without AUM fees or commissions, Scholar is designed for you. Physicians often navigate complex compensation structures, including W-2 income, 1099 work, production bonuses, and practice ownership. Scholar's highly credentialed advisors guide high-earners through decisions like optimizing investments for long-term tax efficiency and expert strategies for financial independence. Every recommendation is tailored to the financial realities physicians face. VISIT SPONSOR → https://scholaradvising.com/kevinmd SUBSCRIBE TO THE PODCAST → https://www.kevinmd.com/podcast RECOMMENDED BY KEVINMD → https://www.kevinmd.com/recommended

Trevor Maxwell lived the archetype of masculinity in rural Maine. Big, strong, splitting wood, raising kids, and carrying the load. Then cancer ripped that script apart. In 2018 he was bedridden, emasculated, ashamed, and convinced his family would be better off without him. His wife refused to let him disappear. That moment forced Trevor to face his depression, get help, and rebuild himself. Out of that came Man Up To Cancer, now the largest community for men with cancer, a place where men stop pretending they are bulletproof and start being honest with each other.Eric Charsky joins the conversation. A veteran with five cancers, forty-nine surgeries, and the scars to prove it, Eric lays out what happens when the military's invincible mindset collides with mortality. Together, we talk masculinity, vulnerability, sex, shame, and survival. This episode is blunt, raw, and overdue.RELATED LINKSMan Up To CancerTrevor Maxwell on LinkedInDempsey CenterEric Charsky on LinkedInStupid Cancer FEEDBACKLike this episode? Rate and review Walk It Off on your favorite podcast platform. For guest suggestions or sponsorship inquiries, email podcast@matthewzachary.comSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

???? In this episode of PT Pintcast, Jimmy McKay sits down with Tony Maritato for a no-BS breakdown of what's broken in physical therapy — from EMR burnout and Medicare cuts to flexible scheduling, patient engagement, and why PT clinics should think more like golf courses.This conversation is a must-watch for:✅ Physical therapists✅ Clinic owners✅ Healthcare entrepreneurs✅ Anyone ready to “choose their hard” and rethink how we deliver value in 2026.Whether you're tired of CPT code chaos or just want a better way to run your practice, you're in the right place.???? CHAPTERS (click to skip):00:00 - Cold Open & Welcome02:45 - Why Your EMR is Killing You08:30 - CPT Code Crystal Ball (Satire Ad Read)13:45 - What Golf Teaches Us About Scheduling20:01 - PT Tee Time: Flex Pricing & Creative Booking29:50 - Medicare Reimbursement & Inflation Math35:12 - Why Advocacy is a Losing Game44:00 - Choose Your Hard: Exit or Evolve?50:33 - Final Rants: Adam Meakins, Mel Robbins & The Business of Business

10 questions that will shape Texas politics in 2026For this week's episode, Matthew and Eleanor look ahead in the new year to discuss Gov. Greg Abbott's power, Democrats chances and the issues that will dominate election season.

This podcast is brought to you by Outcomes Rocket, your exclusive healthcare marketing agency. Learn how to accelerate your growth by going to⁠ outcomesrocket.com Clinical trials fail far more often due to flawed operations and unusable data than because of poor science. In this episode, Heather Grey, Senior Vice President and General Manager of Real World Data, Clinical Trials, and Registry at Omega Healthcare, explains why clinical research continues to stall despite scientific breakthroughs and growing excitement around AI. She details how messy data, underprepared sites, missed timelines, and gaps in education across patients, providers, and pharma create systemic delays that limit patient access and slow drug development. Heather shows how pairing clinical expertise with AI-driven data curation can produce FDA-grade data, keep trials on track, and enable more health systems to participate in research. She concludes by emphasizing that AI alone is insufficient, and that strong infrastructure, human quality assurance, and operational discipline are essential for expanding trial access and diversity. Tune in and learn how fixing execution, not chasing hype, is the real key to accelerating clinical trials! Resources: Connect with and follow Heather Grey on LinkedIn. Follow Omega Healthcare on LinkedIn and visit their website! Email Heather directly here.

Mark Cuban approaches healthcare the same way he approaches every industry he enters: by assuming something essential is missing and then asking who benefits from keeping it that way. In American medicine, he believes that missing ingredient is transparency. Not better messaging, not smarter incentives, but simple visibility into how prices are set, who gets paid and who gets taken advantage of. Cuban is a lifelong healthcare outsider. He is a billionaire entrepreneur, NBA championship team owner and longtime Shark Tank investor. That's what makes him the perfect guest for Season 11 of Fixing Healthcare with cohosts Dr. Robert Pearl and Jeremy Corr. This season's guests have massive online audiences, but their value isn't just reach. It's their ability to listen closely to what millions of patients are experiencing, then translate those insights back into the broader medical conversation. Few guests embody that better than Cuban. He has quickly become one of the system's most incisive critics by paying attention to what patients, employers and clinicians repeatedly say is broken. That mindset led to the creation of Cost Plus Drugs, a pharmacy built on an idea that sounds radical only because healthcare has drifted so far from it. Show patients the actual cost of a medication, add a flat 15% markup and eliminate the opaque middlemen who thrive in the dark. In this conversation, Cuban explains how a cold email from a physician opened his eyes to how hidden pharmaceutical pricing had become and why opacity itself became the opportunity. HIGHLIGHTS FROM THE INTERVIEW Why drug prices are detached from reality. Cuban breaks down how widely used medications, including GLP-1 weight-loss drugs, can cost hundreds or thousands of dollars per month despite far lower manufacturing costs. The driver, he argues, is not innovation or scarcity, but a system dominated by pharmacy benefit managers whose rebate structures reward insurers and intermediaries while excluding patients. How patients bear the greatest financial harm. With concrete examples, Cuban explains how people in deductible phases, especially those on ACA plans, often pay full retail prices while rebates flow elsewhere. Costs are spread across millions of plan holders, but the financial pain lands on the people who actually need care. Why healthcare's complexity is intentional. From fax machines to prior authorization delays, Cuban argues that administrative friction is not accidental. It protects incumbents, drains clinician time and forces providers into the role of “subprime lenders,” all while patients struggle to navigate a system designed to obscure accountability. What he tells CEOs behind closed doors. Cuban outlines the first questions he asks corporate leaders about their pharmacy benefits, why most are not receiving the rebates they believe they are and how audits are often structured to reveal as little as possible. Transparency, he says, is the first step toward leverage. A blueprint beyond pharmaceuticals. The discussion extends into hospitals, insurance design and employer-based coverage, including Cuban's work on cost-plus wellness contracts that publish negotiated rates so others can replicate them. His goal is not dominance. It is forcing the system to respond by making its incentives visible. Throughout the episode, Cuban's message is blunt and consistent. Healthcare does not need more jargon, better marketing or marginal tweaks. It needs sunlight. Once pricing, incentives and risk are exposed, many of the system's most entrenched practices become much harder to justify. * * * Fixing Healthcare is a co-production of Dr. Robert Pearl and Jeremy Corr. Subscribe to the show via Apple, Spotify, Stitcher or wherever you find podcasts. Join the conversation or suggest a guest by following the show on Twitter and LinkedIn. The post FHC #201: Mark Cuban’s blunt diagnosis of what’s broken in healthcare appeared first on Fixing Healthcare.

In this episode, Christopher Newman, President and CEO of Mary Washington Healthcare, discusses stepping into the CEO role, driving cultural transformation, and strengthening workforce pipelines amid rapid regional growth. He also shares priorities around academic partnerships, financial headwinds, and expanding access to higher level care in the community.

In this Emory University series episode of Nurse Converse, host Rebeca Leon sits down with Dr. JoEllen “Ellen” Schimmels, Interim Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) Specialty Director, and Dr. Nicholas Giordano, Assistant Professor at the Emory School of Nursing, for an honest conversation about resilience, burnout, and the realities nurses face in today's healthcare system.Grounded in both research and lived experience, the episode explores how burnout, moral distress, workplace violence, and systemic inequities shape the profession—and what meaningful solutions look like at both the individual and organizational levels.You'll hear:What burnout really looks like today and why so many nurses feel stretched beyond capacity.How ethical, political, and structural pressures—including staffing, documentation burden, bias, and policy constraints—fuel moral distress.The impact of bullying, incivility, and silencing within nursing and healthcare hierarchies.System-level strategies that make a difference, from safe staffing and supportive leadership to resilience programs and workplace redesign.How nurses can stay aligned with their values while advocating for themselves, their colleagues, and their patients.Whether you're a bedside nurse, leader, or student, this episode offers validation, clarity, and hopeful direction for creating healthier environments where nurses can truly thrive.>>From Burnout to Balance—7 Resilience Boosters for NursesJump Ahead to Listen: [00:01:10] Resilience in nursing. [00:03:27] Burnout across the healthcare workforce. [00:09:25] Burnout challenges faced by new nurses. [00:11:56] Core drivers contributing to nursing burnout. [00:15:29] Moral distress and its connection to burnout. [00:19:11] The broader landscape of burnout in the nursing profession. [00:21:40] Stigma surrounding nurses seeking support. [00:25:40] Barriers tied to mental health stigma in clinical settings. [00:28:33] Obstacles to accessing mental health resources. [00:31:48] Silence, underreporting, and their impact on burnout. [00:35:59] National recognition of healthcare worker burnout as a crisis. [00:39:31] The role of collective care and team support. [00:44:55] Prioritizing nurse safety and psychological well-being. [00:47:23] Resilience and mindfulness training for clinical teams. [00:49:40] Elevating the nursing voice and improving reporting processes. [00:55:17] Advocating for professional values in nursing. [00:57:10] Practicing sustainable self-care as a nurse. [01:00:24] Nursing professional development and building advocacy skills. [01:05:06] Measuring well-being and burnout within the clinician workforce. [01:09:03] System-level factors driving burnout. For more information, full transcript and videos visit Nurse.org/podcastJoin our newsletter at nurse.org/joinInstagram: @nurse_orgTikTok: @nurse.orgFacebook: @nurse.orgYouTube: Nurse.org

How do you ask for more money in a profession that's built on selflessness? In this episode of the Emory University series on nurse empowerment and advocacy, host Ama Mathewos sits down with Emory professors Dr. Catarina Fernandes (Goizueta Business School) and Dr. Kim Dupree Jones (School of Nursing) to unpack the art and science of negotiating your best nursing compensation.Together, they break down why negotiation isn't selfish, how systemic factors (gender, hierarchy, race) shape nurses' pay, and why nurses are often socialized to underestimate their own value. From understanding the difference between “fixed pie” vs. “integrative” negotiations to getting clear on your BATNA (Best Alternative to a Negotiated Agreement), this episode gives nurses language, frameworks, and confidence to advocate for themselves.Listeners will learn how to:Think beyond base salary and negotiate the whole compensation package (schedule flexibility, education support, childcare, role titles, and more)Use data, peer networks, and job interviews to understand their true market valueReframe negotiation as a way to improve patient care and strengthen organizations—not just “ask for more”Whether you're a bedside nurse, advanced practice nurse, faculty member, or leader, this conversation will help you own your worth, get paid closer to what you deserve, and push the profession toward fairer, more sustainable compensation.>>How to Negotiate Your Best Nursing Compensation PackageJump Ahead to Listen: [00:02:31] Hierarchy dynamics in healthcare. [00:04:43] Strategies for negotiating nursing compensation. [00:09:39] Understanding integrative vs. distributive negotiations. [00:11:34] How negotiation shows up in nursing roles. [00:15:05] Challenges tied to nurse reimbursement models. [00:19:05] Gender-based pay disparities in nursing. [00:24:35] Systemic barriers affecting nurse negotiators. [00:27:26] Gender influences on negotiation behaviors. [00:30:35] Advocating for and articulating nursing value. [00:35:07] Charge nurse duties and workplace pressures. [00:39:16] Preparing effectively for negotiations. [00:40:43] Considering non-financial elements in negotiation. [00:44:34] Approaches to negotiating salary. [00:49:02] Market-based factors that shape negotiation power. [00:51:08] Tactics for strengthening your salary negotiation. [00:55:05] Additional methods for optimizing salary outcomes. [00:58:39] Exploring compensation options beyond base pay. [01:01:50] Using accurate data to inform negotiations. [01:06:54] Viewing negotiation as a collaborative, constructive process. [01:09:21] Taking action to secure better compensation. For more information, full transcript and videos visit Nurse.org/podcastJoin our newsletter at nurse.org/joinInstagram: @nurse_orgTikTok: @nurse.orgFacebook: @nurse.orgYouTube: Nurse.org

In this Emory University series episode of Nurse Converse, data isn't just for tech bros and spreadsheets—nurses are doing it every day.Host Raquél Pérez, RN sits down with Dr. Jacqueline Nikpour and Dr. Jane Chung, nurse scientists and faculty at Emory University's School of Nursing, to unpack the real power of data science in healthcare. From big data and AI to smartwatches and home sensors, they break down how these tools can actually support nurses rather than replace them—and why nursing expertise is essential at every step of designing and implementing new technology.Whether you're a student, bedside nurse, or nurse entrepreneur, this conversation will help you see that you're already a “data person”—and that the future of data, AI, and healthcare desperately needs your nursing brain.In this episode, you'll hear about:What “big data,” data science, and AI really mean in a nursing contextHow nurses are already doing data science at the bedside through clinical judgmentWays data and AI can reduce documentation burden and free up time for patient careCareer paths in nursing informatics, research, and tech-driven rolesHow nurses can step into leadership, advocacy, and innovation in the data spacePerfect for anyone curious about data and AI, but unsure where (or if) they fit in. (Spoiler: you absolutely do.)>>5 Key Things Nurses Need to Know About Data ScienceJump Ahead to Listen: [00:02:39] Understanding data science in modern healthcare. [00:06:13] How data science supports everyday nursing decision-making. [00:10:50] Evolving responsibilities of nurses in primary care settings. [00:12:49] Using home-based sensors to support aging adults. [00:16:09] Applying data analytics to improve nursing workflows. [00:22:09] Bridging nursing practice with data-driven approaches. [00:26:10] The supportive—not replacement—role of AI in nursing. [00:31:15] Exploring careers in nursing informatics. [00:33:15] Challenges and opportunities in technology adoption. [00:37:31] How nursing care models shape patient outcomes. [00:42:10] Pathways for advancing into informatics and data roles. [00:48:34] Leveraging data for nurse-led businesses and innovation. [00:49:50] Making sense of data across different nursing environments. [00:54:41] Emerging technologies reshaping nursing practice. [01:00:20] Building advocacy and leadership skills in data-focused nursing. [01:04:44] Cultivating innovation and long-term career development. [01:09:04] Why big data depends on nursing—and vice versa. For more information, full transcript and videos visit Nurse.org/podcastJoin our newsletter at nurse.org/joinInstagram: @nurse_orgTikTok: @nurse.orgFacebook: @nurse.orgYouTube: Nurse.org

In this inspiring episode of the Emory University series on Nurse Converse, host Dr. Everett Moss II, CRNA, sits down with three powerful voices from the Emory University School of Nursing—Dr. Beth Ann Swan, Dr. Shawana Moore, and recent graduate Sofi Igyan—to unpack one of the most misunderstood words in nursing: power.Together, they challenge the idea that power is something loud, aggressive, or purely positional. Instead, they explore power as the ability to influence change, whether you're an academic leader, an advanced practice nurse, or a new graduate stepping into the profession for the first time.Listeners will hear:Why power is deeply personal and often situational—shifting with the room you're in, the role you hold, and how others perceive you.How humility and silence can be profound sources of strength, including the concept of the “silent storm” and the impact of knowing when not to speak.The student and new-graduate perspective on power—how embracing agency, mentorship, and opportunities can transform the nursing school and early-career experience.The role of mentorship in cultivating influence and the responsibility to lift others as you rise.How storytelling and social media can serve as powerful platforms when nurses share lived experiences and credible information.Practical advice for nurses at every stage—from flowing like water through challenges, to embracing new opportunities, to navigating imposter syndrome.From redefining influence to owning your voice at any stage of a career, this conversation highlights the many forms of power nurses hold—and how harnessing that power can shape both individual careers and the future of the profession.>>8 Keys to Cultivating Power in Your Nursing CareerJump Ahead to Listen: [00:02:19] Understanding power and influence in nursing [00:04:43] Navigating personal power and professional presence [00:10:15] Influence within nursing's power structures [00:14:32] Elevating student confidence and empowerment [00:20:17] How nursing students shape conversations online [00:21:24] Examining influencers and credibility in nursing [00:26:01] Storytelling as a catalyst for impact [00:30:09] Mentorship as a foundation for future leaders [00:37:01] Staying open to unexpected opportunities [00:40:05] Adapting and “flowing like water” in your career [00:42:15] Growth through professional and personal challenges [00:47:00] Books and ideas that inspire empowered nursing practice For more information, full transcript and videos visit Nurse.org/podcastJoin our newsletter at nurse.org/joinInstagram: @nurse_orgTikTok: @nurse.orgFacebook: @nurse.orgYouTube: Nurse.org

As we turn from reflection to what's ahead for a new year, Rapid Response presents host Bob Safian's predictions for the most pressing issues business leaders could face in 2026. Join Bob and producer Alex Morris for a surprisingly hopeful conversation about what's next – from an AI reality check to energy prices, immigration, and even the World Cup. Safian walks us through what might happen, and why being “right” matters less than sparking debate, testing assumptions, and taking a clear-headed approach in the year ahead.Check out Bob's full writeup of his predictions, here in Fast Company:See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Today I'm sharing the real reason my family and I decided to leave Florida for Sweden, and it's probably not exactly what you think.This isn't about chasing a “perfect Scandinavian country” or running away from life in the U.S. Instead, Erik and I had a serious heart-to-heart after returning from our last visit this past summer and realized motherhood, extended family support, and peer-oriented community were going to be more easeful in Sweden.Right now with two young toddlers in tow, living amongst a culture that lauds business, we realized we need to prioritize our existing network of contemporaries, give the children the opportunity to grow up with family their own age, and align with others who value slowing down and the simple things in life.This decision comes with tradeoffs and concerns which I discuss very openly. I'm both very excited and a little nervous.What I Talk About in This Episode✈️ Why Florida No Longer Fits This Season

Abortion Isn't “Healthcare.” It's Killing.Joel Settecase sits down with anesthesiologist Dr. Brian Warren and abolitionist Michael Rogers to rip the mask off abortion—medically, morally, and biblically. No euphemisms. No political double-speak. Just brutal truth for Christians and non-Christians.In this episode you'll hear:A medical expert explain exactly what happens in common abortion procedures (D&C, D&E, abortion pill).Why “termination” and “women's healthcare” language is deceptive cover for something nefarious.The truth about abortion pills, complications, and why ERs are seeing the fallout.Straight answers on hard cases: life of the mother, ectopic pregnancy, and miscarriage.Does the Bible support abortion? How Scripture actually talks about the unborn (Exodus 21, Luke 1, etc.) and why abortion is rightly called murder.For Christian men and pastors who refuse to stay silent:Why cowardly pulpits helped normalize abortion—and how to push back.How to lead your family and church to defend life from conception to natural death.Real hope in Christ for anyone who's had, paid for, or enabled an abortion.Join the Hammer & Anvil SocietyWant brothers who won't fold on issues like this? Hammer & Anvil is The Think Institute's men's discipleship community—weekly calls, courses, challenges, and a band of men building a strong, biblical worldview together.

Healthcare is one of the most complex—and misunderstood—industries in the world. Few people explain it better than Dr. Eric Bricker. In this episode, we sit down with the physician, entrepreneur, and Chief Medical Officer behind AHealthcareZ, whose viral whiteboard sessions have become must-watch content for healthcare leaders. Dr. Bricker traces his unconventional path from internal medicine to entrepreneur to healthcare economist and reveals how financial incentives, not just clinical decisions, shape outcomes across hospitals, insurers, employers, and emerging health tech. We unpack why healthcare feels so opaque to patients and employers alike, what's broken in insurance and billing, and why misaligned incentives continue to drive cost and complexity. Dr. Bricker also makes the case for transparency, stronger primary care, and smarter use of technology as levers for real change. This conversation is essential listening for executives, clinicians, benefits leaders, founders, and policymakers who want to move beyond surface-level reform and understand how healthcare actually works—and how it can work better.

Kristi Henderson invented telehealth at the University of Mississippi Medical Center decades before anyone thought healthcare needed it. While her colleagues were optimizing traditional clinic workflows, Kristi was asking a different question: What if geography didn't dictate healthcare access? By the time the pandemic forced everyone else to figure out virtual care overnight, she'd already spent two decades perfecting it. What makes her approach distinctive isn't just her track record at Amazon, Ascension, and Optum. It's that she worked every level of the healthcare system for 24 years before reaching the C-suite. She understands frontline friction because she lived it. At Amazon, Kristi discovered a framework that changed everything: one-way doors versus two-way doors. Some decisions are irreversible and demand precision. Others are experiments where failure means pivoting fast. That distinction became her playbook for tackling problems most leaders won't touch. But her most counterintuitive move? When she became CEO of Confluent Health, her first hire wasn't a CFO or COO. It was a leader for internal communications. Because brilliant transformation plans fail without deliberate stakeholder engagement. Change happens at the speed of trust. Now Kristi is betting on something that sounds almost naively optimistic: that AI will finally give clinicians their time back by eliminating friction, not replacing human connection. She uses AI daily as her "sidekick" and is building an organization where technology supercharges what only humans can do. Key Takeaways: Why Kristi kept raising her hand for jobs no one else wanted and how taking the hardest assignments became her competitive advantage The Amazon framework that changed everything: one-way doors versus two-way doors, and how to know which type of decision you're making What "change happens at the speed of trust" actually means in practice when you're transforming organizations Kristi's "reverse innovation" approach: why bottoms-up transformation consistently outperforms top-down mandates The counterintuitive first hire Kristi made as CEO, and why communication infrastructure matters more than most leaders realize How to handle naysayers strategically instead of avoiding them or trying to convince them Why Kristi believes the workforce crisis isn't permanent if leaders focus on the right problem The specific ways Kristi uses AI daily as a CEO, and why she sees it as the key to bringing joy back to clinical practice About the Guest Kristi Henderson, DNP, is CEO of Confluent Health, a family of physical therapy and occupational therapy companies. She spent the first 24 years of her career as a practicing nurse practitioner before pioneering telehealth at the University of Mississippi Medical Center, long before the pandemic made it mainstream. Kristi has since led digital transformation at Ascension Health, built clinical operations for Amazon Care, and served as CEO of Optum Everycare. She's Board Chair of the American Telemedicine Association and affiliate faculty at Dell Medical School and the University of Washington School of Nursing. Her career has been defined by raising her hand for challenges others declined and building tech-enabled care models that improve outcomes while reducing clinician burden. Chapters 00:00 - Introduction at Confluent Health 01:57 - From Bedside to Boardroom: The Leadership Journey 06:10 - Amazon Care Lessons: One-Way vs Two-Way Doors 11:07 - Change Happens at the Speed of Trust 14:11 - Overcoming Naysayers: The Early Days of Telehealth 19:11 - Bringing Joy Back to Medicine 22:56 - AI Hacks and Daily Innovation Guest & Host Links Connect with Laurie McGraw on LinkedIn Connect with Kristi Henderson on LinkedIn Connect with Inspiring Women Browse Episodes | LinkedIn | Instagram | Apple | Spotify

Host Dr. Jay Anders welcomes back Amy Gleason, Acting Administrator of the U.S. DOGE Service and Strategic Advisor to the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS). Together they discuss healthcare data interoperability challenges and CMS's initiatives, including efforts to modernize systems and combat Medicare fraud through enhanced data access and AI implementation. This is a must-listen for anyone in health tech. Find all of our network podcasts on your favorite podcast platforms and be sure to subscribe and like us. Learn more at www.healthcarenowradio.com/listen/

Doug Reynolds thought he was bulletproof until his running career collapsed under mysterious weight gain and joint pain. Three weeks studying ketones changed everything—launching Low Carb USA and the Society of Metabolic Health Practitioners. What emerged wasn't just conferences but sanctuary for practitioners facing hostility from colleagues who resist dietary intervention. Reynolds breaks conventional barriers: speakers scatter among attendees, forging relationships that span the country. After a three-year battle, the Society now offers ACCME-accredited continuing education credits, legitimizing metabolic medicine. January 23-25, 2026 conference at lowcarbusa.org. Code IFIXHEARTS saves 20%.BIG IDEAThe loneliness of practitioners who face hostility for recommending dietary interventions has created an urgent need for community—and Low Carb USA became that refuge by accident, simply by bringing people together in the same room.Doug Reynolds Contact InfoSociety of Metabolic Health Practitioners: https://thesmhp.org/Low Carb USA: https://www.lowcarbusa.org/The Road to Metabolic Health: https://amzn.to/4qtEPpESend Dr. Ovadia a Text Message. (If you want a response, you must include your contact information.) Dr. Ovadia cannot respond here. To contact his team, please send an email to team@ifixhearts.com Like what you hear? Head over to IFixHearts.com/book to grab a copy of my book, Stay Off My Operating Table. Ready to go deeper? Talk to someone from my team at IFixHearts.com/talk.Stay Off My Operating Table on X: Dr. Ovadia: @iFixHearts Jack Heald: @JackHeald5 Learn more: Stay Off My Operating Table on Amazon Take Dr. Ovadia's metabolic health quiz: iFixHearts Dr. Ovadia's website: Ovadia Heart Health Jack Heald's website: CultYourBrand.com Theme Song : Rage AgainstWritten & Performed by Logan Gritton & Colin Gailey(c) 2016 Mercury Retro RecordingsAny use of this intellectual property for text and data mining or computational analysis including as training material for artificial intelligence systems is strictly prohibited without express written consent from Dr. Philip Ovadia.

The first five years of your career can feel confusing, unstructured, and overwhelming — even for high-performing industrial and systems engineers.In this trailer for an upcoming episode of Problem Solved, IISE Young Professionals Jess Aujla, Helen Siegrist, and Gordon Quach share candid reflections on what it really feels like to move from the classroom into the workforce — from losing the structure of school, to finding confidence, setting boundaries, and learning how to grow without burning out.If you're early in your career — or mentoring someone who is — this conversation will feel familiar.

In this “Kim on a Whim” segment, Kim and Marc react to a viral video of an ER nurse describing absurd hospital protocols requiring pregnancy tests for biological males identifying as women. They condemn the lack of common sense in medical and corporate policies, highlighting a Planet Fitness locker room incident where staff failed to act on inappropriate behavior by a “trans” man in the women's area. Kim argues the culture of fear and woke compliance has infected institutions from gyms to hospitals, despite Trump-era rollbacks. Listeners weigh in with personal stories as Marc and Kim stress how deeply this problem runs through the system. #KimOnAWhim #WokeCulture #TransPolicies #MarkCoxMorningShow

Show SummaryOn today's episode, we're featuring a conversation with Michael Bailey, Deputy Director of Leadership Programs for the George W. Bush Institute. We talk about some of the initiatives of the Bush Institute, including the Veteran Leadership Program, the Democracy is a Verb initiative and the Bush Institute's efforts to celebrate America 250.Provide FeedbackAs a dedicated member of the audience, we would like to hear from you. If you PsychArmor has helped you learn, grow, and support those who've served and those who care for them, we would appreciate hearing your story. Please follow this link to share how PsychArmor has helped you in your service journey Share PsychArmor StoriesAbout Today's GuestMichael Bailey serves as Deputy Director, Leadership Programs, for the George W. Bush Institute. In this role, he manages the Stand-To Veteran Leadership Program, which focuses on developing the leadership skills of veterans and those who serve them and their families. Bailey also supports alumni engagement efforts for the Institute's international leadership programs.Prior to joining the George W. Bush Institute, Bailey provided operations, media, and communications support to The American Choral Directors Association, a music organization dedicated to the excellence and advancement of choral music.Bailey is a native of Arlington, Texas. He received his Bachelor of Arts in Music (Voice) from The University of Oklahoma, and he holds a Master of Business Administration with concentrations in finance and real estate from Southern Methodist University Cox School of Business. He has a passion for running and enjoys racing in half and full marathons.Links Mentioned During the EpisodeGeorge W. Bush InstituteStand-To Veteran Leadership ProgramAmerica 250Democracy is a Verb initiative  PsychArmor Resource of the WeekThis week's PsychArmor Resource of the Week is The PsychArmor course The Myths and Facts of Military Leaders. This course identifies four of the most popular myths about military leaders and how they don't align with the reality of working alongside Veterans and Service members. You can find the resource here:  https://learn.psycharmor.org/courses/The-Myths-and-Facts-of-Military-Leaders Episode Partner: Are you an organization that engages with or supports the military affiliated community? Would you like to partner with an engaged and dynamic audience of like-minded professionals? Reach out to Inquire about Partnership Opportunities Contact Us and Join Us on Social Media Email PsychArmorPsychArmor on XPsychArmor on FacebookPsychArmor on YouTubePsychArmor on LinkedInPsychArmor on InstagramTheme MusicOur theme music Don't Kill the Messenger was written and performed by Navy Veteran Jerry Maniscalco, in cooperation with Operation Encore, a non profit committed to supporting singer/songwriter and musicians across the military and Veteran communities.Producer and Host Duane France is a retired Army Noncommissioned Officer, combat veteran, and clinical mental health counselor for service members, veterans, and their families.  You can find more about the work that he is doing at www.veteranmentalhealth.com  

Vermont's state lawmakers are back in Montpelier for the new legislative session. They'll pick up where they left off last June: trying to reform education, lower property taxes and make health care more affordable and accessible.Today on Vermont Edition, we're live from inside the golden dome of the Vermont Statehouse. First, we'll check in with legislative leaders Democratic Senate President Pro Tem Phil Baruth and Republican Minority Leader Scott Beck.We'll hear from the chairs of two powerful committees: Rep. Emilie Kornheiser, a Democrat from Brattleboro and the chair of the House Ways and Means Committee, which writes our taxes, and Rep. Alyssa Black, a Democrat from Essex, and the chair of the House Committee on Health Care. We'll also talk with Rep. Ashley Bartley, a Republican from Franklin County who has teamed up with a Burlington Democrat to address economic issues.And we'll close the hour with two of the newest members of the legislative page program: Eilidh Corbett, an eighth grader at Main Street Middle School in Montpelier, and Liam Chase, an eighth grade student at Barre Town School.Broadcast live on Tuesday, January 6th, 2025, at noon; rebroadcast at 7 p.m.Have questions, comments, or tips? Send us a message or check us out on Instagram.

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 The "One Big Beautiful Bill" passed as HR1 is projected to dramatically cut Medicaid and the Children's Health Insurance Program (CHIP). Host and Air Health Our Health podcast creator Erika Moseson, MD, MA, speaks with Texas-based pediatric pulmonologist Shade Afolabi, MD, about how these potential cuts could lead to devastating consequences, including children being unable to access medical care, soaring medical debt for families, worsened health outcomes for adults and children, instability in the healthcare workforce and more. 

"Whoever makes patient care more convenient is likely to win." - Chris YarnMy guest this week is Chris Yarn, Founder of Walk On Clinic, who joins me to explain why convenience is the ultimate currency in healthcare. Chris shares his journey from insurance broker to building a direct primary care (DPC) model that brings care directly to the employee's doorstep - literally.Chris breaks down the "Walk On" model, which combines mobile on-site clinics, near-site access, and virtual care to achieve utilization rates that are double the industry average. We discuss why traditional "near-site" clinics often fail to engage employees, how nurse practitioners are the key to scaling primary care, and why the human connection is what truly drives ROI.We also dive into the hard numbers, discussing how to prove ROI with real claims data (not just fuzzy math), and Chris shares his personal battle with cancer in 2024 that reinforced his belief in the importance of early detection and primary care access.Tune in to the first episode of 2026 to learn why the future of healthcare is hyper-convenient.Thank you to our 2026 sponsors!ParetoHealth: ParetoHealth empowers midsize employers with a long-term solution to reduce volatility and lower overall health benefits costs. Visit ParetoHealth.com to learn more.Samaritan Fund: A program that connects those who need help to the support they need. We are proud to offer the Samaritan Fund Program. Visit SamaritanFundProgram.com to learn more.Vālenz Health: We're Vālenz Health, your partner in improving health literacy, reducing plan spend, and delivering high-value healthcare. Visit ValenzHealth.com to learn more.Imagine360: Imagine360 helps self-funded employers save on healthcare with smarter health plans. Cut expenses by 20-30% with custom solutions. Contact us today at Imagine360.com.Chapters:(00:00:00) Why Convenience is King in Healthcare (00:07:37) The Legend of "Frank Mic Dropper" (00:14:15) The "Walk On" Model Explained (00:19:38) Mobile vs. Near-Site: The Utilization Difference (00:26:24) Removing Barriers: No Build-Out Costs for Employers (00:32:06) Scaling DPC with Nurse Practitioners (00:39:27) How to Prove ROI with Real Data (00:47:53) A Personal Battle: Chris's Cancer Journey (00:53:09) The Future of Primary Care in AmericaKey Links for Social:@SelfFunded on YouTube for video versions of the podcast and much more - https://www.youtube.com/@SelfFundedListen/watch on Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/1TjmrMrkIj0qSmlwAIevKA?si=068a389925474f02Listen on Apple Podcasts - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/self-funded-with-spencer/id1566182286Follow Spencer on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/spencer-smith-self-funded/Follow Spencer on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/selffundedwithspencer/

Health Calls Season 6, Episode 8 centers a conversation about mission integration and the formation of the next generation of health care workers. Host Brian Reardon and Executive Producer Josh Matejka are joined by Chip Chipman, Manager of Pastoral Care and Mission Integration at CHRISTUS St. Michael Health System, who reflects on the role of spiritual care as a core element of whole‑person care and how it extends beyond chaplaincy to every member of the care team. The episode explores how students and new clinicians are introduced to Catholic mission, ethics, and values through relationship‑building, case studies, and real‑world engagement. Chip also discusses how technology, including e‑chaplaincy, can expand access to spiritual care while reinforcing the importance of presence and human connection. Together, the conversation highlights how Catholic health care can prepare future caregivers to lead with compassion, courage, and integrity. Health Calls is available on the following podcast streaming platforms:Apple PodcastsSpotifyYouTubeLearn more about The Catholic Health Association of the United States at www.chausa.org.

Healthcare organizations are navigating modernization under intense regulatory, security, and resource constraints. This episode explores how the Microsoft technology stack shows up differently in healthcare. The conversation breaks down hybrid cloud realities, Azure managed services, security and compliance, business resiliency, disaster recovery, and cost optimization, all grounded in real healthcare use cases. The episode also explores at how organizations can measure ROI beyond cost savings, connecting Microsoft investments to patient care, clinician experience, and operational resilience. Speakers: Jennifer Johnson, Director of Healthcare at Connection David Carey and Kevin Paiva, Senior Field Solution Architects at Connection Show Notes: 00:10 Welcome and session overview 01:40 Why healthcare cloud adoption is different 02:10 Defining hybrid cloud in healthcare 03:00 Why hybrid is now the default model 03:55 Latency myths and performance realities 04:45 Which workloads belong on-prem vs. in the cloud 05:45 SaaS, staffing pressure, and infrastructure complexity 06:30 Azure managed services and Connection's approach 07:45 Co-managed Azure vs. fully outsourced models 08:30 Why Azure over other hyperscalers 09:20 Azure security, HIPAA, and Zero Trust 10:30 Azure Health Data Services 11:45 Business continuity vs. business resiliency 14:10 What healthcare leaders worry about most today 15:00 Disaster recovery and Azure Expert MSP 16:30 Post-pandemic resource constraints 17:30 Application sprawl, security, and identity management 18:50 Cost containment and ROI in healthcare IT 21:15 The teams behind Connection's Microsoft practice 24:45 Final takeaways and next steps

What draws someone with a big heart and endless curiosity into the narrowing path of medicine, and how do they reclaim their multifaceted self amid burnout and systemic challenges?In this Echo Episode, Dr. Andrea Austin talks with Dr. Amanda River about her unconventional journey in emergency medicine, from medical school friendships to leading a cannabis clinic and pursuing lifestyle medicine. Amanda reflects on her sister's Ewing sarcoma diagnosis that sparked her interest in medicine, the sacrifices of medical training, and the pride and frustrations of EM practice. They discuss the pathology of long hours, sleep deprivation myths, understaffing, and metrics that prioritize billing over patient care, while exploring ways to align personal values with professional life.You'll hear how they:Unpack the roots of burnout in EM, from value misalignments to unsafe staffing ratiosChallenge limiting beliefs in medical training, like 80-hour weeks and "scut work" that wastes physician expertiseAdvocate for system redesigns that empower teams, respect boundaries, and integrate patient voices for better outcomesFind hope in diverse career paths, from rural locums to cannabis and lifestyle medicine, to sustain joy in healthcareIf you're an EM physician questioning the status quo or seeking ways to realign your practice, this honest conversation offers insights into building a more humane system.About the Guest:“Emergency medicine is a mindset, not a place.” – Dr. Amanda RiverDr. Amanda River is an emergency medicine physician credentialing at a critical access hospital in rural Iowa, with locums experience in Oregon and Guam's public hospital. A former owner and medical director of a private cannabis medicine clinic, she is also board-certified in lifestyle medicine and passionate about integrating holistic approaches into EM. Her journey reflects a commitment to values-driven care, from farm roots to global practice.