Podcasts about Information officer

Transforming healthcare through digital innovation and AI. In this episode, Peter High speaks with Onyeka Nchege, EVP and Chief Digital and Information Officer at Novant Health, a $10B healthcare network with over 900 locations across the southeastern United States. Onyeka shares how his team is building a future-ready digital infrastructure to scale operations, improve patient care, and expand access through cloud migration, predictive analytics, and artificial intelligence. He also highlights Novant Health's Institute for Innovation and AI, explains how they embed responsible AI practices, and outlines the vision for the hospital of the future including virtual care, virtual nursing, and a data-driven approach to personalized healthcare. Onyeka also speaks to the culture he's fostering within the IT organization, his lessons from five previous CIO roles, and how the right leadership bench powers transformation. Key topics include: Creating a $30B scalable health system through cloud and EMR strategy Building AI governance through the Institute for Innovation and AI Expanding virtual care: telestroke, virtual nursing, menopause clinics Fostering IT culture, mentorship, and leadership development at scale

In this episode, Dr. Zafar Chaudry, Senior Vice President and Chief Digital, AI, and Information Officer at Seattle Children's, joins Laura Dyrda to share how his team is leveraging AI to transform pediatric care. He also reflects on evolving leadership roles in health IT, the importance of stakeholder engagement, and what it takes to drive meaningful change in a rapidly shifting healthcare landscape.

May 1, 2025: Zafar Chaudry, MD, SVP/Chief Digital, AI, and Information Officer at Seattle Children's Hospital. Discover how Seattle Children's is changing traditional approaches to clinical decision-making through a new Google partnership, harnessing the power of a century of clinical writings. Is artificial intelligence a threat to healthcare professionals or their most powerful ally? Dr. Zafar offers his perspective, urging that the synergistic potential of human-AI collaboration is the future of healthcare. From transformative Gartner experiences to pioneering Epic implementations in the UK, this episode explores Zafar's vision: the intersection of compassion and technology. Key Points: 01:14 Career Journey and Mission 08:43 AI Pathways Innovation 17:43 AI: Collaboration Over Competition 21:07 Lightning Round X: This Week Health LinkedIn: This Week Health Donate: Alex's Lemonade Stand: Foundation for Childhood Cancer

April 24, 2025: Ryan Smith, SVP, Chief Digital and Information Officer at Intermountain Health, explores how healthcare organizations can balance innovation with mounting cost pressures. What does it take to maintain patient-centricity amid such massive digital transformation? Ryan reveals Intermountain's framework of organizing patient touchpoints as "moments that matter" across seven stages of the patient journey, while also discussing their deployment of over 4,000 automation bots and vision for "agentic AI." As clinician burnout and staffing shortages loom large across healthcare, how might Smith's approach to balancing governance with innovation culture help address these industry-wide challenges? Key Points: 06:44 Patient-Centric Care 10:05 AI: More Than a BuzzWord 14:18 Cybersecurity in Healthcare 18:07 Operational Change Management 25:08 Future Challenges and Opportunities 29:17 Speed Round X: This Week Health LinkedIn: This Week Health Donate: Alex's Lemonade Stand: Foundation for Childhood Cancer

When the dust settled from one of the largest health system integrations in Michigan history, Jason Joseph, Chief Digital and Information Officer at Corewell Health, found himself facing a new frontier: AI. As Corewell brought together Spectrum Health, Beaumont Health, Lakeland Health, and health plan Priority Health under one umbrella—with 21 hospitals, 65,000 employees, and […] Source: Corwell's Joseph Says IT Leaders Can Spur Innovation by Empowering Users to Address Unsolvable Problems with Novel Solutions   on healthsystemcio.com - healthsystemCIO.com is the sole online-only publication dedicated to exclusively and comprehensively serving the information needs of healthcare CIOs.

In this episode, Praveen Chopra, Chief Digital and Information Officer at Emplify Health, shares how the organization is empowering staff through responsible AI use, driving innovation with agile teams, and cultivating a “huggable” culture that keeps people at the heart of healthcare transformation.

In this episode, Praveen Chopra, Chief Digital and Information Officer at Emplify Health, shares how the organization is empowering staff through responsible AI use, driving innovation with agile teams, and cultivating a “huggable” culture that keeps people at the heart of healthcare transformation.

As Chief Innovation & Information Officer at Nebraska Medicine, Scott Raymond is driving a forward-thinking approach to healthcare technology and operational efficiency. Nebraska Medicine, a major academic medical center affiliated with the University of Nebraska Medical Center (UNMC), serves as a hub for research, education, and clinical care. At the core of its strategy is […] Source: At Nebraska Medicine, Raymond Leverages Specially Created Unit to Pilot Innovations Without Disrupting Operations on healthsystemcio.com - healthsystemCIO.com is the sole online-only publication dedicated to exclusively and comprehensively serving the information needs of healthcare CIOs.

What does it take to digitally transform a global manufacturing giant? In this episode of Technovation, host Peter High speaks with Regina Salazar, Chief Digital and Information Officer at Novelis, about how the world's largest aluminum recycler is scaling enterprise-wide innovation through technology. Regina shares how she unified IT and digital into a single operating model, launched a global business relationship framework, and enhanced Novelis' data architecture to support AI at scale. She also discusses the company's ambitious smart factory in Alabama, how digital twins are reshaping operations, and Novelis' roadmap to becoming a tech-enabled, sustainable enterprise.

In this episode, Shakeeb Akhter, Senior Vice President & Chief Digital & Information Officer at Children's Hospital of Philadelphia, shares insights on the hospital's digital transformation, AI-driven advancements, and cloud migration initiatives. Tune in to hear how CHOP is leveraging technology to enhance patient care, improve operational efficiency, and drive groundbreaking innovation in pediatric healthcare.

In this episode, Shakeeb Akhter, Senior Vice President & Chief Digital & Information Officer at Children's Hospital of Philadelphia, shares insights on the hospital's digital transformation, AI-driven advancements, and cloud migration initiatives. Tune in to hear how CHOP is leveraging technology to enhance patient care, improve operational efficiency, and drive groundbreaking innovation in pediatric healthcare.

In this episode, Gulshan Mehta, Chief Digital and Information Officer at Blanchard Valley Health System, discusses the organization's approach to digital transformation. He highlights the importance of building a strong IT foundation, leveraging AI and automation, enhancing data accessibility, and overcoming industry challenges like workforce adaptation and cybersecurity.

In this episode, Gulshan Mehta, Chief Digital and Information Officer at Blanchard Valley Health System, discusses the organization's approach to digital transformation. He highlights the importance of building a strong IT foundation, leveraging AI and automation, enhancing data accessibility, and overcoming industry challenges like workforce adaptation and cybersecurity.

In this episode, we talk to Emma who was recently diagnosed with epilepsy at 19 years old and to Epilepsy Scotland's Helpline and Information Officer, Stuart, about the impact a new diagnosis of epilepsy can have on a person.

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

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

John Maytham is joined by John Giles, Managing Director and Digital, Data, and Tech Attorney at Michalsons Attorneys, to unpack the Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA) and why data privacy matters now more than ever.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Morning Focus broadcasted live from the Limerick and Clare Education and Training Board's College of FET, Ennis Campus in Clonroad Business Park, Ennis. The show kicked off with Alan Morrissey chatting to Keelin Fitzgerald, a multi-sport achiever from the Burren, who shared her experiences in sports and her recent venture into refereeing men's junior soccer matches. Next, Alan spoke with Marie O'Callaghan, Full-time Programme Coordinator at Ennis Campus, along with students Joe Quelly, currently enrolled in a Community Education Introductory Cookery course, and Terri Fitzpatrick, attending a Community Crafts course. They discussed how their courses have impacted their learning, health, wellbeing, and community involvement, as well as their future educational plans. The conversation then shifted to Madge O'Callaghan, PRO of the Clare Older Peoples Council. She joined us on our new slot 'Ageing Well' to chat about Age Friendly Ireland and the Clare Older People's Volunteer of the Year award. Later, Alan was joined by John Burns, retired deputy principal of Rice College, for the Educational Advice slot. This was followed by the weekly Garda Focus segment with Crime Prevention Officer, Sergeant Catriona Holohan. Sasha Goyne, an Applied Social Studies learner, and Caoimhe O'Toole, a Beauty Traineeship participant, shared their experiences, discussing how their studies are helping them achieve their personal and career goals. The Hammond family; Aoife, Karen, Suzanne, and Ray, told us about their upcoming performance of soulful harmonies and folk songs at The Common Knowledge Centre. Next, Anna Finucane and Emily McInerney from the Youthreach Programme spoke about how the program has supported their learning journey. Alan also caught up with Therese Griffin, Information Officer at Ennis Campus, who provided insights into further education and career opportunities. In the History in Focus slot, local historian and author Colm Liddy told us about our Economy in the 18th century. Brian McCarthy, Senior Planner with Clare County Council and Councillor Pat Hayes discussed the Draft Crusheen Mobility Plan and the launch of the RRDF application. To wrap up the show, Alan was joined by Frankie Coote for the weekly 'Ask the Dog Warden' segment.

We are live from #MWC25 (Mobile World Congress 2025), direct from the Expo floor, with a limited series of episodes talking to leaders from across the industry on themes of the conference, as well as filling in on all of the news and gossip.On the conference's final day, Dave, Esmee, and Rob will deep dive into the near future, concluding the event with discussions on a moon landing and global (space) connectivity between partners and vendors.Oliver Buschmann, VP, Head of Strategy at EricssonRound table discussion with Heather Tulk, President Commercial and Public Sector from Telus, Thierry Klein President, Bell Labs Solutions Research, and Ashish Surti Chief Digital & Information Officer at Colt Technology ServicesTLDR00:33 Evaluation of day 2 and expectations of day 3 - it's all about collaboration08:47 Conversation with Oliver Buschmann about the future and strategy of Telcom's37:56 C-level round table discussion about grow beyond connectivity, data and AI and the importance of cybersecurity vs new trends1:22:50 Overall MWC reflections by the team including the Tapas and Sapas framework®GuestsOliver Buschmann: https://www.linkedin.com/in/oliver-buschmann-4751a8/Heather Tulk: https://www.linkedin.com/in/heathertulk/ Thierry Klein: https://www.linkedin.com/in/thierry-klein/ Ashish Surti: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ashishsurti/Guest host: Praveen Shankar: https://www.linkedin.com/in/praveen-shankar-capgemini/HostsDave Chapman: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chapmandr/Esmee van de Giessen: https://www.linkedin.com/in/esmeevandegiessen/Rob Kernahan: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rob-kernahan/ProductionMarcel van der Burg: https://www.linkedin.com/in/marcel-vd-burg/Dave Chapman: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chapmandr/SoundBen Corbett: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ben-corbett-3b6a11135/Louis Corbett:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/louis-corbett-087250264/'Cloud Realities' is an original podcast from Capgemini

Leaders need practical, actionable strategies to grow and navigate their careers—this episode delivers just that! Join edtech experts Sheryl Abshire, Diane Doersch, Frankie Jackson, and Donna Williamson as they share insights on building strong leadership skills.Discover strategies that foster creativity, flexibility, and adaptability to tackle evolving challenges. Plus, explore how key topics like vision, strategic planning, ethics, and performance management shape edtech leadership!---ABOUT OUR GUESTSSheryl Abshire is a nationally recognized leader in educational technology with a distinguished career spanning leadership roles in organizations like ISTE and CoSN. Currently, she focuses on promoting technology integration across curriculum areas and continues to influence policy as a member of ISTE's Policy Committee.Diane Doersch is a former Chief Technology & Information Officer for the Green Bay Area Public Schools and serves as a Technical Project Director for Digital Promise and the Verizon Innovative Learning Schools program (#VILs). Diane also serves on the boards of WIT (Women in Technology) Wisconsin and CoSN.Frankie Jackson is a former Chief Technology Officer (CTO) in K-12 education with a software engineering background at NASA. She also has decades of experience in coaching and mentoring. Currently serving on CoSN's advisory board, Frankie is shaping the future of educational technology.Donna Williamson is the former Technology Director for Mountain Brook Schools where she shaped innovative initiatives and served as a national thought leader in instructional technology for over 30 years. Currently, she facilitates CoSN's Early Career K-12 CTO Academy, advises ClassLink, and consults for various school districts.Get "The Savvy Edtech Leader" on Amazon: https://a.co/d/9APjmSh---SUBSCRIBE TO THE SERIES: YouTube | Spotify | Apple Podcasts | YouTube Music | OvercastFOLLOW US: Website | Facebook | Twitter | LinkedInPOWERED BY CLASSLINK: ClassLink provides one-click single sign-on into web and Windows applications, and instant access to files at school and in the cloud. Accessible from any computer, tablet, or smartphone, ClassLink is ideal for 1to1 and Bring Your Own Device (BYOD) initiatives. Learn more at classlink.com.

In this episode, Dr. Zafar Chaudry, Senior VP, Chief Digital, AI, and Information Officer at Seattle Children's, discusses the intersection of technology and pediatric care. He shares insights on AI integration, digital transformation, and the challenges of evolving healthcare systems—all while ensuring a patient-centered approach.

In this episode, Dr. Zafar Chaudry, Senior VP, Chief Digital, AI, and Information Officer at Seattle Children's, discusses the intersection of technology and pediatric care. He shares insights on AI integration, digital transformation, and the challenges of evolving healthcare systems—all while ensuring a patient-centered approach.

Jak sztuczna inteligencja przyspiesza proces odkrywania i produkcji leków? Czy technologia może zapobiec przestojom w produkcji leków? Jak zarządzić zespołem, gdy trzeba wdrożyć nowe technologie? Z takimi wyzwaniami mierzy się na co dzień Robert Pławiak, Chief Digital & Technology & Information Officer w firmie Polpharma. W rozmowie z Jarosławem Kuźniarem mówi: - o łączeniu świata ściśle regulowanej produkcji farmaceutyków ze światem IT, - o podejściu firm farmaceutycznych do wdrażania nowych technologii, - o sposobach, w jakie nowoczesne technologie przyspieszają proces odkrywania i produkcji leków, - o ewolucji roli CTO i kluczowych kompetencjach lidera technologicznego. Rozmowa z Robertem Pławiakiem to kolejna część nowej serii "CTO" w podcaście Technologicznie, w której Jarosław Kuźniar rozmawia z szefami technologii największych polskich firm. 

In this episode, Khalid Turk, Chief Healthcare Information Officer at Santa Clara Valley Healthcare, discusses the organization's commitment to digital transformation, patient-centered care, and equitable access. He shares insights on integrating new hospitals, leveraging AI, and balancing budget constraints while fostering innovation in one of California's largest public health systems.

When technology fails, patient care cannot. That stark reality underscores the importance of business continuity planning in healthcare, a subject Anika Gardenhire, Chief Digital & Information Officer at Ardent Health Services, knows well. Having navigated a major ransomware incident, she believes that resilience is not just about preventing failures but about preparing for when—not if—they […] Source: Building Resiliency Depends on Establishing Key Relationships Before Disaster Strikes on healthsystemcio.com - healthsystemCIO.com is the sole online-only publication dedicated to exclusively and comprehensively serving the information needs of healthcare CIOs.

The telecom industry is undergoing a fundamental transformation. This shift is creating new business opportunities and services but also brings significant challenges in transformation and modernization. In a new five-part mini-series, Reimagining Telecoms, we will explore these challenges through five distinct lenses: Growth, Networks, Simplification, Data & AI, and Regulation, uncovering lessons and insights relevant to telecom organizations and beyond. This week, Dave, Esmee, and Rob speak with Ashish Surti, EVP and Chief Digital & Information Officer at Colt Technology Services, about whether regulations can provide a strategic advantage in cybersecurity and sustainability. 'Reimagining Telecoms' Episodes 3 - 5 will be available in the coming weeks.TLDR00:58 Update on 'Reimaging Telecoms' mini-series05:38 Main conversation with Ashish Surti31:40 Is Europe lagging behind in Cybersecurity? 42:25 Creating car models and investing in technology stack GuestAshish Surti: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ashishsurti/HostsDave Chapman: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chapmandr/Esmee van de Giessen: https://www.linkedin.com/in/esmeevandegiessen/Rob Kernahan: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rob-kernahan/Guest host: Praveen Shankar: https://www.linkedin.com/in/praveen-shankar-capgemini/ProductionMarcel van der Burg: https://www.linkedin.com/in/marcel-vd-burg/Dave Chapman: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chapmandr/SoundBen Corbett: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ben-corbett-3b6a11135/Louis Corbett:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/louis-corbett-087250264/'Cloud Realities' is an original podcast from Capgemini

In this interview, Anthony Guerra, Founder and Editor-in-Chief of healthsystemCIO, speaks with Shakeeb Akhter, Senior Vice President and Chief Digital & Information Officer at Children's Hospital of Philadelphia (CHOP), about the institution's ambitious digital transformation journey. Leading a multifaceted team, Akhter discusses how CHOP is advancing through strategic investments in AI, automation, digital patient experience, […] Source: CHOP Focused on Leveraging AI to ‘Transformational' Effect, Says Chief Digital & Information Officer Shakeeb Akhter on healthsystemcio.com - healthsystemCIO.com is the sole online-only publication dedicated to exclusively and comprehensively serving the information needs of healthcare CIOs.

In this episode of the Broadband Bunch, host Pete Pizzutillo sits down with Scott Menhart, Chief Technology and Information Officer at Traverse City Light and Power, to discuss the transformation of a traditional electric utility into a broadband provider. Scott shares the journey of deploying fiber infrastructure, overcoming challenges from incumbents, and gaining strong community support for municipal broadband. He also provides insights into customer service, reliability, affordability, and future-proofing networks for the digital age. Tune in to hear how Traverse City Light and Power is bridging the connectivity gap and what's next for their broadband expansion.

Successful healthcare transformation requires a collaborative approach, prioritizing clinical needs and leveraging technology as an enabler rather than a driver. In the third and final episode of the CHIME 2024 Fall Forum series, guest host Christopher Kunney interviews Jeff Sturman, Senior Vice President and Chief Digital Information Officer at Memorial Healthcare System. Jeff discusses the importance of embracing change to enhance patient experience, access, and engagement. He shares Memorial's approach to balancing standardization with personalized care, leveraging Epic EHR, and highlights initiatives like their care coordination center with virtual nursing and AI capabilities. Jeff also underscores the critical role of strong provider sponsorship in driving successful digital transformations. Tune in and learn how Memorial System successfully integrates technology and clinical expertise to improve patient care and pave the way for a value-based future! Resources: Connect with and follow Jeff Sturman on LinkedIn. Learn more about Memorial Healthcare System on their LinkedIn and website. 

935: In this episode of Technovation, Peter High speaks with Soumya Seetharam, Chief Digital and Information Officer of Corning, a 170-year-old material science innovator. Soumya discusses her dual role in leading IT operations and driving digital transformation, focusing on reducing technical debt, democratizing technology, and implementing AI-powered solutions like Corning GPT and GenAI operator assistants. Learn how Corning is harnessing data and AI to stay at the forefront of innovation and efficiency.

926: As organizations navigate the future of work and technology, leaders are rethinking how to recruit, retain, and upskill talent to drive innovation. In this episode of Technovation, we feature a panel discussion from our 2024 Metis Strategy Summit with Soumya Seetharam (Chief Digital and Information Officer, Corning), Teddy Bekele (Chief Technology Officer, Land O'Lakes), and Tigran Khrimian (Chief Technology and Engineering Officer, FINRA). Moderated by Peter High, the conversation highlights practical strategies for developing next-generation operating models and integrating emerging technologies into the workforce.

Sponsored by ELLKAY In today's episode Russ, President and CEO, CHIME, talks with Aaron Miri, CHCIO, CDH-E, FCHIME SVP and Chief Digital & Information Officer, Baptist Health and Ajay Kapare, President and President and Chief Strategy Officer, ELLKAY. Together, they discuss: How AI is transforming healthcare delivery  The role of multi-modal data in training AI algorithms  Case studies of successful AI implementations in healthcare  Challenges and considerations for integrating AI into healthcare workflows 

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In this episode of Hospitals in Focus, host Chip Kahn explores the digital renaissance revolutionizing health care—a golden age of pioneering technologies not seen since the 1960s, when computers first standardized medical records and diagnostics. Today, with nearly everything digitized, organizations are actively discussing the regulatory and ethical frameworks necessary to navigate these advancements, while protecting against the increasing prevalence of cyber threats.The future of health care looks promising thanks to new innovations, but thoughtful implementation is crucial, and Ardent Health is leading the way forward.Joining Chip on the episode is Anika Gardenhire, Ardent Health's inaugural Chief Digital and Information Officer, to explore how Ardent is thoughtfully embracing digital innovation with reason and purpose.In this episode, Chip and Anika discuss:Conceptual Frameworks for Digital Transformation: The importance of leveraging data to drive innovation and improve patient outcomes.Use Cases at Ardent Health: Examples where Ardent Health is implementing digital solutions to enhance operational efficiency and patient care.Cybersecurity and Protecting Patient Information: Strategies for safeguarding patient data against cyberattacks in an increasingly digital landscape.Guest Bio: As chief digital information officer, Ms. Gardenhire oversees the development and implementation of Ardent's digital strategy across the organization. She is responsible for ensuring digital initiatives are fully integrated into Ardent's strategic plan with a focus on leveraging data to support digital transformation. Ms. Gardenhire also oversees Ardent's IT infrastructure and systems, as well as data strategy and governance.An experienced caregiver and clinical informatics leader, Ms. Gardenhire joined Ardent in September of 2023, and has previously served as chief digital officer and regional vice president of digital and clinical systems at Centene Corporation. She also held various roles at Intermountain Healthcare, including assistant vice president of digital transformation. Ms. Gardenhire holds a bachelor of science in nursing from the University of South Carolina's Mary Black School of Nursing and master's degrees in clinical informatics and management from Duke University.

This episode, recorded live at the Becker's Healthcare 9th Annual Health IT + Digital Health + RCM Annual Meeting, features Lisa Stephenson, Chief Nursing Information Officer at Houston Methodist. Lisa discusses the transformative potential of AI in clinical workflows, innovative uses of mobile devices for care coordination, and strategies to support IT and clinical teams during rapid technological advancements.

Nobody likes change. Unfortunately for CIOs, that means they're rarely the most popular people in the building. For Dr. Zafar Chaudry, Senior Vice President and Chief Digital and Information Officer at Seattle Children's, decades of experience has taught him that keeping the patient in mind goes a long way to staying positive. But it still […] Source: Focusing on Patient Care Can Help IT Leaders Weather the Job's Sometimes Painful Challenges on healthsystemcio.com - healthsystemCIO.com is the sole online-only publication dedicated to exclusively and comprehensively serving the information needs of healthcare CIOs.

Welcome to the NeurologyLive® Mind Moments® podcast. Tune in to hear leaders in neurology sound off on topics that impact your clinical practice. In this episode, Lara Jehi, MD, MHCDS, an epilepsy specialist and Cleveland Clinic's Chief Research and Information Officer, sat down to discuss a recently published study that explored using machine learning algorithms to predict seizure control after epilepsy surgery. In the interview, Jehi explained the unique aspects of the study design, emphasizing the importance of a large, well-characterized patient cohort with consistent follow-up and the choice of scalp EEG—a commonly used, non-invasive test in epilepsy care—as the data source. In addition, Jehi touched on the use of AutoML to streamline the process, enabling efficient identification of the top-performing algorithms and enhancing the model's predictive accuracy. Furthermore, she spoke on the team needed to properly implement machine learning techniques for neurosurgery, while providing recommendations for other institutions interested in pursuing these types of approaches. Looking for more epilepsy discussion? Check out the NeurologyLive® epilepsy clinical focus page. Episode Breakdown: 1:00 – Background on various machine learning approaches for epilepsy research 3:20 – Study details, findings, and notable takeaways 8:20 – Neurology News Minute 10:20 – Novelty in using scalp EEG and its global application 15:30 – Team personnel needed for proper implementation of machine learning techniques in epilepsy surgery The stories featured in this week's Neurology News Minute, which will give you quick updates on the following developments in neurology, are further detailed here: FDA Accepts Resubmitted NDA for Ataluren in Nonsense Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy FDA Places Clinical Hold on Epilepsy Agent RAP-219 for Diabetic Peripheral Neuropathic Pain First-Ever CRISPR/Cas13-RNA Editing Therapy to be Tested in Phase 1 Study of Age-Related Macular Degeneration Thanks for listening to the NeurologyLive® Mind Moments® podcast. To support the show, be sure to rate, review, and subscribe wherever you listen to podcasts. For more neurology news and expert-driven content, visit neurologylive.com.

Introducing the Penn State Whistleblower.In this episode, the whistleblower explains how he tried to stop Penn State from misrepresenting their NIST 800-171 compliance to the DoD and what he has faced since he blew the whistle!Whistleblower attorney Julie Bracker also shares what the media got wrong in this case and the latest on the Georgia Tech FCA case!Here are a few highlights from this episode:- Hear directly from the whistleblower in this False Claims Act case- What the media got wrong- Recommendations to universities- Advice for other whistleblowersMatthew Decker was the Chief Information Officer at the Applied Research Laboratory at Penn State from 2015 until 2023 and the interim Vice Provost and CIO responsible for all of Penn State from January 2016 until September 2016. Matthew currently serves as the Chief Data and Information Officer at NASA's Jet Propulsion Laboratory since 2023.It was fascinating to learn that the university assumed compliance with their own AD95 security policy meant they were automatically compliant (at least to some measure) with NIST 800-171. This is a great reminder that the details always matter!Special thanks to Matt for sharing his story with us, and to Julie Bracker for coordinating this interview!Follow Julie on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/juliekeetonbracker/Bracker & Marcus LLC Website: https://www.fcacounsel.com/Connect with Matt on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/matt-decker-cio/Whistleblower's Handbook: https://www.amazon.com/New-Whistleblowers-Handbook-Step-Step/dp/1493028812/-----------Thanks to our sponsor Vanta!Want to save time filling out security questionnaires?Experience questionnaire automation here: https://vanta.com/grcacademy-----------Governance, Risk, and Compliance Academy (GRC) Academy is a training and research platform!Online GRC Training: https://grcacademy.io/courses/?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=s1-e37&utm_campaign=courses#whistleblower #cmmc #cybersecurity

Contrary to the campaign slogan ‘what happens in Vegas, stays in Vegas', George asks Louise to spill on how she found the HLTH Conference in Las Vegas.Samsung Health's New Features: From medication tracking to meal logging, Samsung's health app upgrades are enhancing preventive care and consumer engagement. What does this mean for the future of health apps?Virtual Health Disconnect: Deloitte's survey results highlight a growing divide between consumer demand for virtual health and health systems' priorities.The fallout from New Zealand's digital health budget cuts – what happens when you cut $500 million from a transformation program?How is the UK government's open consultation on fixing the NHS going? Is comedy going to be the only outcome?Virtual hospitals and hospital in the home programs are hot right now. How does that compare with primary care telehealth consultations?Guest: Fay Flevaras, Chief Digital and Information Officer, Department of Health and Aged Care shares insights on the monumental task of digitally enabling Australia's aged care sector. Her team's work promises to bring much-needed innovation and support to a vital sector, impacting the lives of many Australians.Follow Fay Flevaras on LinkedInVisit Pulse+IT.news to learn more, engage in this rapidly growing sector, and subscribe to breaking digital news, weekly newsletters and a rich treasure trove of archival material. People in the know, get their news from Pulse+IT – Your leading voice in digital health news.Follow us on LinkedIn Louise | George | Pulse+ITFollow us on X Louise | George | Pulse+ITSend us your questions pulsepod@pulseit.newsProduction by Octopod Productions | Ivan Juric

Sponsored by ELLKAY In this episode, Russ Branzell, President and CEO at CHIME is joined by Dr. Zafar Chaudry, Senior Vice President and Chief Digital and Information Officer at Seattle Children's, and Ajay Kapare, President & Chief Strategy Officer at ELLKAY.

In this healthsystemCIO interview, Anthony Guerra, Founder and Editor-in-Chief, sits down with Dr. Zafar Chaudry, Senior Vice President and Chief Digital and Information Officer at Seattle Children's. In this discussion, Dr. Chaudry covers the topic of his CHIME Fall Forum presentation – “Stay Calm and Operate On: Cybersecurity Meets Patient Care Continuity.” Dr. Chaudry sheds […] Source: Clinical Continuity Planning Getting More Attention, But Work Remains, Says Seattle Children's SVP, Chief Digital and Information Officer, Dr. Zafar Chaudry on healthsystemcio.com - healthsystemCIO.com is the sole online-only publication dedicated to exclusively and comprehensively serving the information needs of healthcare CIOs.

In this episode of TechSurge: The Deep Tech Podcast, host Nicholas Brathwaite of Celesta Capital speaks with Christian Mitchell, Chief Digital and Information Officer at Northwestern Mutual, about the profound digital transformation happening in the financial services and insurance sectors. The discussion covers how legacy systems are being modernized, the role of AI in enhancing underwriting and customer experiences, and the increasing importance of cybersecurity in safeguarding sensitive data. Christian also shares insights on the evolution of FinTech startups and Northwestern Mutual's approach to investing in and partnering with innovative tech companies, providing a deep dive into how technology is reshaping long-established industries while balancing innovation with regulatory and customer needs. Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Tech Surge and Industry Transformation 02:46 Legacy Technology vs. Digital Transformation in Financial Services 05:55 The Evolution of FinTech: From 1.0 to Current Trends 09:08 Leveraging Startups and Deep Tech for Innovation 11:58 Navigating Challenges in Digital Transformation 15:06 Talent Acquisition and Company Culture in Tech 18:01 The Role of the Innovation Lab in Driving Change 20:54 AI's Impact on Business Operations and Customer Experience 24:02 Addressing Privacy, Bias, and Ethical AI Implementation 26:58 Data Management Strategies: Cloud vs. On-Premise 29:47 Cybersecurity as a Collective Responsibility Links https://www.northwesternmutual.com/ https://fintechbreakthrough.com/2022-winners

In this episode, Dr. Laura Sicola interviews Angelo J Valletta, CEO of Ben Franklin Technology Partners, about leadership communication and taking risks. They discuss the importance of concise communication, the challenges of being an expert in a specific field, and the need for empathy and servant leadership. Angelo shares a personal story about dealing with a toxic team member and the lessons he learned from that experience. He also talks about taking a big risk in his career and how he communicated that decision to key stakeholders. In this conversation, Angelo J. Valletta discusses the risks he took in his career and the importance of understanding the core drivers of revenue in an organization. He shares his experience in advocating for mobile banking and the challenges of persuading others to invest in new technology. Angelo also emphasizes the value of empathy in communication and the importance of storytelling to effectively convey messages. He challenges listeners to practice empathy and find ways to help others within their organizations. Angelo also shares his journey of developing concise storytelling skills and the impact of having mentors in his career. In this episode you will learn: Master your subject to communicate complex ideas simply and concisely. Listen more than you speak to engage your audience effectively. Empathy and servant leadership are crucial for building a cohesive and successful team. Dealing with toxic team members requires addressing the issue directly and setting clear boundaries. Taking risks in your career can lead to growth and new opportunities, but it's important to communicate your decisions to key stakeholders. Understanding the core drivers of revenue in an organization is crucial for success. Advocating for new technology and innovation may require persuading others to invest in the future rather than focusing solely on immediate revenue. Empathy is a powerful communication skill that can help build relationships and drive success. Storytelling is an effective way to convey messages and engage others. Having mentors can greatly impact your personal and professional development.   About Angelo J. Valletta Angelo has close to forty years of progressively responsible managerial experience in diverse industries with companies ranging in size from small consultants to multi-national firms. He has a proven track record of developing and building effective internal and outsourced distributed teams and is a turn-around specialist in operations and customer service. He has held multiple board-level leadership roles and had his book “7 Rs of Leadership and Life” recently published by Newman Springs. Angelo currently serves as President and CEO for the Ben Franklin Technology Partners of Northeastern Pennsylvania. Prior to joining Ben Franklin Northeast, he served in several executive leadership roles at FISGlobal, one of the largest FinTech's in the world; President and CEO of an independent Community Foundation; Senior Vice President and Chief Bank Operations and Information Officer at Sun National Bank; and Philadelphia Market Chief Information Officer at PNCBank. Angelo earned his undergraduate degree in Computer Science from Temple University and his MBA from Philadelphia University. He serves on several non-profit boards and mentors students at a number of fine universities.  You can connect with Angelo J. Valletta in the following ways: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/aundrea-mitchell-06746370/  “7 Rs of Leadership and Life” book: https://www.newmansprings.com/release/?book=7rs-of-leadership-and-life Ben Franklin Technology Partners: https://benfranklin.org/ You can connect with Dr. Laura Sicola in the following ways: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/drlaurasicola LinkedIn Business Page: https://www.linkedin.com/company/laurasicola-inc YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@LauraSicolainc Facebook: Dr. Laura Sicola Twitter: @LauraSicola Instagram: @drlaurasicola Website: https://laurasicola.com Laura's Online Course: virtualinfluence.today See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Thanks to cooler weather, firefighters are making progress this week on three major Southern California wildfires. But the Airport, Line and Bridge fires have already burned through more than 100,000 acres, destroyed dozens of homes, and forced thousands to evacuate. And experts say California's fire season could get worse before it gets better. We'll get updates on the fires and hear about the latest research on the health effects of wildfire smoke, and what you can do to protect yourself. Guests: Madison Aument, reporter, KVCR Nick Shuler, Deputy Director, CALFIRE Amy MacPherson, Information Officer, California Air Resources Board Joan Casey, Associate Professor of Environmental and Occupational Health Sciences, University of Washington

This week on The Modern Customer podcast, Christian Mitchell, EVP and Chief Digital and Information Officer at Northwestern Mutual, shares how the company is blending human touch with AI-driven insights to enhance client experiences—balancing more than 165 years of tradition with cutting-edge technology. Discover how leadership, a growth mindset, and continuous customer feedback are driving innovation while staying true to their mission of improving clients' financial security. Tune in now to learn more about the future of customer experience and innovation. Blake Morgan is a customer experience futurist, keynote speaker, and author of three books on customer experience. Her new book is called The 8 Laws of Customer-Focused Leadership: The New Rules for Building A Business Around Today's Customer.

Jim La Creta is the Chief Technology and Information Officer for Brandeis University. Jim shares a fascinating and different perspective on technology for an investment office and university broadly. We discuss his career path at Brandeis which started at the help desk 21 years ago to the CTO seat. He shares how he partners with the investment committee and the CIO to assess risk with new technology and information security for its investment office.  We also discussed common challenges and how to partner with technology teams for better outcomes when selecting technology. In addition to being a CTO, Jim is an adjunct professor in organizational leadership at Brandeis. I found this interesting because there is no playbook for leadership, but Jim shares his lessons learned about leading teams today, the impact of going hybrid and creating teams built for flexibility. Learn More Follow Capital Allocators at @tseides or LinkedIn Subscribe to the mailing list Access transcript with Premium Membership

Welcome to healthsystemCIO's interview with Dr. Zafar Chaudry, Senior Vice President and Chief Digital and Information Officer at Seattle Children's. In this conversation, we dive into Seattle Children's journey to modernize their ERP system, exploring the rationale behind this transformation, the decision-making process that led to choosing Workday, and the unique strategies employed to optimize […] Source: Understanding Availability of Consulting Resources is Critical in Workday ERP Implementation Plan, Says Zafar Chaudry, MD, SVP, Chief Digital & Information Officer, Seattle Children’s on healthsystemcio.com - healthsystemCIO.com is the sole online-only publication dedicated to exclusively and comprehensively serving the information needs of healthcare CIOs.

In this episode, Khalid Turk, Chief Healthcare Information Officer at Santa Clara Valley Healthcare, shares his experiences leading IT initiatives during the pandemic, the importance of cybersecurity resilience, and the ongoing digital transformation of healthcare systems.

877: Kellogg's has become a household name in cereals and snack foods. When the company spun off its snack food business as Kellanova in 2023, extensive IT efforts were made to preserve the company's culture and brand identity. In this episode of Technovation, Lesley Salmon, SVP and Chief Digital and Information Officer of Kellanova, joins Peter High to share insights from her 11-year tenure, detail the challenges and innovations involved in the spin-off of Kellanova from Kellogg's, and provide a deeper look at the strategic priorities of the new company. She emphasizes the importance of a unified IT team, leveraging cloud strategy for seamless transitions, the creation of dual IT functions, and the integration of AI and machine learning to drive business value. Lesley also discusses fostering a culture of curiosity and innovation, balancing risk with compliance, and maintaining strong global collaboration despite geographical boundaries. She also talks about the unique talent development program YODA that drives this culture of curiosity and how it embraces new ways of working in a global setting. Finally, Lesley looks ahead at the future trends in digital twins and reflects on the keys to her career success.