Podcasts about Michigan Medicine

A kid walks into the ER because they thought a THC edible was candy, and the package did the lying. That's one of the most unsettling through-lines in my conversation with Luanne Thomas Ewald, chief operating officer at CS Mott Children's Hospital and Von Voigtlander Women's Hospital at University of Michigan Health, recorded at the 2026 Mackinac Policy Conference with the Michigan Health and Hospital Association. Luanne breaks down what's new at Michigan Medicine, including how CS Mott keeps pushing pediatric innovation and measurable outcomes, and why a design choice matters more than a press release: the women's hospital is built within the children's hospital, so high-risk deliveries can move a newborn to specialized care in a one-minute elevator ride instead of an ambulance transfer. We also talk leadership and collaboration across Michigan as she reflects on nearly 34 years in children's health and her role with MHA's Council on Children's Health, where hospitals step away from competition to focus on what's best for kids statewide. We dig into major child health policy issues that don't always make headlines: Medicaid funding threats that squeeze working families caring for children with chronic conditions, and how housing support like Ronald McDonald House Ann Arbor becomes critical when a children's hospital is consistently operating above capacity. If you care about pediatric patient safety, children's hospital capacity, Medicaid policy, or practical regulation that prevents harm, this conversation is for you. Subscribe for more healthcare leadership conversations, share this episode with someone who cares about kids' health in Michigan, and leave a review so more listeners can find the show.Support the showEngage the conversation on Substack at The Common Bridge!

To celebrate Health Lab's 10 year milestone, Health Lab recently hosted its the first Health Lab Live Show, which brought a Health Lab article to life by interviewing experts on stage in front of a live audience. Here, John Randolph, M.D., a reproductive endocrinologist and infertility specialist at Michigan Medicine, discusses hormones, hormone replacement therapy, perimenopause, menopause and so much more. Read the full article here.Episode TranscriptFor more on this story and for others like it, visit the Health Lab website where you can subscribe to our Health Lab newsletters to receive the latest in health research and information to your inbox each week. Health Lab is a part of the Michigan Medicine Podcast Network, and is produced by the Michigan Medicine Department of Communication. You can listen to Health Lab wherever you get your podcasts.All Health Lab content including health news, best practices and research insights are for informational purposes only and are not a substitute for professional medical guidance. Always seek the advice of a health care provider for questions about your health and treatment options. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

JR Morning ~ August 14, 2026 ~ Jason and Lloyd talk to Dr. Maria Muzik, Professor of Psychiatry and Obstetrics & Gynecology at Michigan Medicine to discuss Post Partum Depression and the Lindsay Clancy Trial. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

August 11, 2026 ~ Chris Renwick and Lloyd Jackson speak with Michigan Medicine's Chief Nurse & Operations Executive, Julie Ishak, about why the hospital was voted as one of the nation's best by US News & World Report magazine. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

This episode's Community Champion Sponsor is Ossur. To learn more about their ‘Responsible for Tomorrow' Sustainability Campaign, and how you can get involved: CLICK HEREEpisode Overview: American healthcare is at a crossroads, and the decisions we make now will define the health of generations to come.Dr. Marschall Runge has spent more than four decades at the center of that challenge, serving as former CEO of Michigan Medicine, Dean of the University of Michigan Medical School, and EVP for Medical Affairs.A practicing cardiologist trained at Johns Hopkins and Massachusetts General Hospital, Dr. Runge brings both the scientist's rigor and the leader's vision to one of the most urgent conversations of our time.In his Amazon and USA Today bestselling book, "The Great Healthcare Disruption," he lays out a bold prescription for reimagining American medicine through AI, innovation, and courageous systemic change.Join us to discover what it truly takes to transform healthcare from the inside out. Let's go!Episode Highlights:Dr. Runge never planned to be a CEO, initially dismissing healthcare leaders before serendipity shaped his path.His personal hospital-at-home experience after hip surgery confirmed that recovery is faster, cheaper, and better at home.Ambient AI, which auto-generates clinical notes, is the one decision at Michigan Medicine that faced almost no dissent.America's top-tier quaternary care leads the world; the real crisis is access, not quality.AI can address the clinician shortage in a year or two, something traditional training pipelines need decades to solve.About our Guest:Marschall S. Runge, M.D., Ph.D., was born in Austin, Texas, and graduated from Vanderbilt University with a BA in General Biology and a PhD in Molecular Biology. He received his medical degree from the Johns Hopkins School of Medicine and trained in internal medicine at Johns Hopkins Hospital. He was a cardiology fellow and junior faculty member at Massachusetts General Hospital. Dr. Runge's next position was at Emory University, where he directed the Cardiology Fellowship Training Program. He then moved to the University of Texas Medical Branch in Galveston, where he was Chief of Cardiology and Director of the Sealy Center for Molecular Cardiology. He joined the University of North Carolina (UNC) from 2000 – 2014, where he served as Charles Addison and Elizabeth Ann Sanders Distinguished Professor of Medicine, Chair of the Department of Medicine, President of UNC Physicians and Vice Dean for Clinical Affairs.Dr. Runge is the former CEO of Michigan Medicine and Dean of the University of Michigan Medical School, and a practicing cardiologist. Dr. Runge is board-certified in internal medicine and cardiovascular diseases and has spoken and published widely on topics in clinical cardiology and vascular medicine.At the University of Michigan, Dr. Runge began serving as the executive vice president for medical affairs in March 2015 and, in January 2016, he was also appointed as the dean of the Medical School. He is the first person to serve in this combined position created by the Regents for the purpose of strengthening the integration between the Medical School and health care delivery in our hospitals and health centers.During his tenure in these leadership roles, Dr. Runge has implemented transformative change and positioned Michigan Medicine and the Medical School for continued success. Notable achievements during this period include: a significant expansion of Michigan Medicine's clinical network in the state, through integration of two health systems, the former Metro Health in Grand Rapids and Sparrow Health System in Lansing, multiple joint ventures with Trinity Health, launch of the Precision Health Initiative, a major research collaboration with several other U-M schools and colleges; oversight of the conclusion of the Victors for Michigan campaign which raised $1.5 billion dollars for institutional strategic priorities; and the development and implementation of Michigan Medicine's first strategic plan for diversity, equity and inclusion in support of the broader university-wide DEI initiative.Under Dr. Runge's leadership, the University of Michigan Health's adult hospitals were ranked best in Michigan in 2023-2024 in U.S. News & World Report “Best Hospitals” rankings, the 31st consecutive year that U-M Health has been nationally recognized for strong across-the-board performance. In Newsweek's 2024 ranking of America's Best Hospitals, U-M Health ranked #1 in the state and #3 in the country.Current and new initiatives under Dr. Runge's leadership include construction of the The D. Dan and Betty Kahn Health Care Pavilion, a 12-story and 264 private room inpatient hospital; working to reduce faculty and staff burnout; executive rounding to help promote employee engagement and retention; establishment of the Heart Brain Institute and Global Health; oversight and development of the Anti-Racism Oversight Committee to help achieve an anti-racist culture; improved access and patient experience through the M2C2 Capacity Center; and the establishment of the Care at Home initiative which focuses on providing safe, hospital-level care to patients in their own home.Dr. Runge has been a physician-scientist for his entire career, combining basic and translational research with the care of patients with cardiovascular diseases and education. He is the author of over 200 publications in the field and holds five patents for novel approaches in health care.Links Supporting This Episode: Dr. Marschall Runge Website: CLICK HEREDr. Marschall Runge LinkedIn page: CLICK HEREThe Great Healthcare Disruption book link: CLICK HEREMike Biselli LinkedIn page: CLICK HEREMike Biselli Twitter page: CLICK HEREVisit our website: CLICK HERESubscribe to newsletter: CLICK HEREGuest nomination form: CLICK HERE

Dr. David Miller, CEO of Michigan Medicine and executive vice president for medical affairs the University of Michigan, joins us on today's episode of Rural Health Today. Today we're talking about coordinating goals and success across healthcare management, collaborations and patient care. Dr. Miller is here to share his expertise on leading a healthcare organization to improve quality and patient experience. We'll talk about measuring success, national advocacy, and of course, what it all has to do with rural health. Follow Rural Health Today on social media! https://x.com/RuralHealthPodhttps://www.youtube.com/@ruralhealthtoday7665  Follow Hillsdale Hospital on social media! https://www.facebook.com/hillsdalehospital/ https://www.twitter.com/hillsdalehosp/ https://www.linkedin.com/company/hillsdale-community-health-center/ https://www.instagram.com/hillsdalehospital/  Follow our guest! https://www.linkedin.com/in/davidcmillermd/https://www.linkedin.com/company/michigan-medicine/https://www.facebook.com/MichiganMedicine

Healthcare affordability is having a moment, and not the vague kind. From the Mackinac Policy Conference, we sit down with Dr. David Miller, Executive Vice Dean for Clinical Affairs at Michigan Medicine and President of the University of Michigan Health System, to talk about what it takes to lower the total cost of care while protecting access to top-tier clinical outcomes for patients across Michigan.We start with timely news: Michigan Medicine will continue its partnership with Blue Cross Blue Shield, easing uncertainty for people who rely on specialty care and were wondering whether they could even schedule their next visit. From there, we zoom out to the bigger policy and operational pressure points across the healthcare ecosystem: how to reduce complications in high-acuity care, why primary care and earlier intervention can prevent expensive crises later, and what “value-based insurance design” looks like when you're serious about paying for treatments that are proven to work.Then we get practical about AI in healthcare. Dr. Miller explains where ambient AI documentation is already reducing administrative burden, why technology-enabled medical education is becoming essential across the health professions, and how evidence from imaging and stroke triage can move innovations from promising demos into real clinical policy. We also talk about rural hospitals and lower resource environments, and how a statewide network can use technology to spread expertise beyond urban centers. We close with the financial reality of medical education and student debt, and what Michigan can do to keep the next generation of clinicians here. If this conversation helps you think differently about affordability, share it, subscribe, and leave a review so more people can find it.Support the showEngage the conversation on Substack at The Common Bridge!

Matthew Davenport MD MBA is Professor of Radiology and Urology, Service Chief, and Executive Vice Chair in the Department of Radiology at Michigan Medicine. He also is Co-Director of the Weiser Center for Prostate Cancer. Dr. Davenport is a co-author on national policy statements and has published over 250 peer-reviewed manuscripts. He is frequently interviewed […] The post Communicating About Incidental Findings and Other Uncertain Conditions (HLOL #273) appeared first on Health Literacy Out Loud Podcast.

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Imagine waking up and seeing clearly…no glasses, no contacts. It might be more doable than you think. According to Kellogg Eye Center experts Shahzad Mian, M.D., and Chris Hood, M.D., LASIK is simpler and more affordable than many expect. The two doctors recently joined The Wrap employee podcast to discuss LASIK, some of the most common questions about it and even informed listeners about special deals available to Michigan Medicine team members. Check it out today! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

David Miller, MD, MPH, CEO of Michigan Medicine and EVP for Medical Affairs, University of Michigan joined Rich Helppie from The Common Bridge Podcast May 27 at the 2026 Mackinac Policy Conference to discuss how hospitals are always caring for their communities and always advancing the health of the state. To learn more, visit MIHospitals.org. To subscribe to The Common Bridge Podcast, visit thecommonbridge.com.

Three Things That Escaped the Savannah Convention CenterLuke Carignan and ASHHRA Executive Director Jeremy Sadlier are back from ASHHRA26 — and the sessions were too good to leave at the convention center. Bo is out this week, but the content more than covers for it. Three themes from the conference floor that every healthcare HR leader needs on their radar right now.

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May 27, 2026 ~ Anika Gardenhire, Chief Digital and Information Officer at Michigan Medicine joins Chris and Lloyd live at the Mackinac Policy Conference. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

May 27, 2026 ~ David Miller, CEO of Michigan Medicine joins Paul W. Smith live from the Mackinac Policy Conference. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

May 27, 2026 ~ Luanne Thomas Ewald, COO of Michigan Medicine's Ann Arbor hospitals, joins Kevin after Michigan Medicine reached an agreement with Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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May 18, 2026 ~ Chris Renwick and Lloyd Jackson spoke with Mike Lee, managing editor at Crain's Detroit Business. They talked about Michigan Medicine, a new EV startup, and the Rocket Mortgage-UWM dispute. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Send us Fan MailWhat if the most frightening part of a pathology report is not the word cancer, but the silence that follows?In this episode of the Digital Pathology Podcast, Dr. Aleksandra Zuraw talks with Michele Mitchell—breast cancer survivor, caregiver, national patient advocate, and longtime volunteer across Michigan Medicine, ASCP, the Digital Pathology Association, and MyPathologyReport.ca—about what happened when she saw her own cancer slide years after treatment. That moment changed how she understood her disease, her risk, and her role as a patient advocate.This is not just a patient story. It is a digital pathology implementation story.The episode looks at how digital pathology removes practical barriers to sharing slides, why pathology clinics matter, and what becomes possible when pathologists move from being hidden in the background to becoming direct contributors to patient understanding. Michelle and Dr. Aleks talk through the communication gap around pathology reports, the emotional cost of delayed explanation, and the real-world workflow of pathology clinic visits built to help patients review their slides with the pathologist who made the diagnosis.They also discuss what the 21st Century Cures Act changed for patients, why immediate access to reports without interpretation can still create fear, and how pathology clinics can bridge the gap between raw data and real understanding. The conversation gets practical too: how patients can request a pathology clinic visit, what virtual pathology consults can look like, how billing and workflow concerns are already being addressed, and why the infrastructure question is smaller than many people assume.If you work in digital pathology, pathology informatics, patient communication, or implementation, this episode is a reminder that visibility is not extra. It is part of the value proposition. And for pathologists who worry this is too far outside the traditional role, the episode offers a grounded counterpoint: the workflows, templates, billing structures, and virtual options already exist.Highlights00:00 – Why pathology needs to become more patient-centered Michele frames the core problem clearly: what often scares patients is not only cancer, but the silence around the diagnosis. 00:34 – How digital pathology changes the patient experience Digital slides make it possible for patients to see their diagnosis, compare normal and abnormal tissue, and ask better questions. 11:13 – What happened when Michele saw her cancer for the first time More than a decade after treatment, seeing her own slide changed how she understood her grade, her risk, and her daily health decisions. 16:19 – Why visual pathology can change adherence and lifestyle Michele explains how the image-based explanation became a practical turning point, not just an emotional one. 20:43 – The case for direct pathologist-patient communication The episode reviews why this can improve clarity, treatment understanding, clinic efficiency, and even professional satisfaction for pathologists. 38:40 – What a pathology clinic actually looks like From preparation and consent to slide review, plain language, empathy, and follow-up, the workflow is much more concrete than many people assume. 45:35 – ASCP's certification workshop for pathology clinics Michele describes the national effort to make pathology clinics reproducible, scalable, and easier to implement. 49:32 – What the 21st Century Cures Act changed Patients now get near real-time access to reports, but that access still needs interpretation, context, and support. 01:03:23 – Pushback, logistics, and why the barriers are not where people think Time, reimbursement, scheduling, and virtual setup are addressed directly with examples already in practice. 01:16:57 – The future: patient-friendly reports, AI, and pathology as part of the care team The episode closes on a practical vision: not hype, but tools and workflows that already exist and can be connected now. Resources mentionedDigital Pathology Place – website and educational platform referenced by Dr. Aleks as the home for her work and resources. Digital Pathology 101 – Dr. Aleks's book, referenced in the broader discussion of patient and pathologist education. Michigan Medicine breast pathology clinic – launched in 2023 as a patient-facing breast pathology clinic model. ASCP pathology clinic certification workshop – national workshop co-developed to help institutions build pathology clinics. 21st Century Cures Act – legal framework behind near real-time patient access to pathology reports and related health data. MyPathologyReport.ca – patient-friendly pathology education resource reviewed with patient advocate involvement. American Cancer Society Reach to Recovery – support resource mentioned for breast cancer patients. Scanslated – patient-friendly report interface discussed as part of a future-facing model for pathology communication. Virtual pathology consults/telehealth setup – discussed as a scalable way to lower implementation friction.Support the showGet the "Digital Pathology 101" FREE E-book and join us!

How does a single team write hundreds of stories a year about all the incredible work taking place at Michigan Medicine? How do they share the impact that their colleagues have on patient care, education and research? Those answers and more can be found on the latest episode of The Wrap employee podcast! Go behind-the-scenes with Health Lab today! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, I'm breaking down the four pillars of recomposition to help you shrink your body fat, build lean muscle, and reclaim the energy you had in your 20s. For 30 years, the fitness world has preached the same rule: you have to "bulk" to gain muscle, or "cut" to lose fat. But modern science shows us a different path. It is entirely possible to do both at the same time through a process called Body Recomposition. Sponsors: Sunlighten Sauna: https://get.sunlighten.com/axepodcast Manukora Manuka Honey: https://manukora.com/axe Caraway Home: carawayhome.com/drjoshaxe (Use code DRJOSHAXE) for an exclusive discount Watch The Dr. Josh Axe Show every Monday & Thursday on YouTube: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/@drjoshaxe?sub_confirmation=1⁠⁠⁠ 

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Fasting is one of the most powerful healing practices in human history—it's free, requires zero equipment, and your body is literally designed for it. But while it sounds simple, there is a wrong way to do it, especially when it comes to the hormonal "engine switch" that happens in the first 24 hours. In this episode, I walk you through exactly what happens in your body during a 3-day fast, from clearing out "zombie cells" to the 60% drop in aging markers. Sponsors: Sunlighten Sauna: https://get.sunlighten.com/axepodcast Manukora Manuka Honey: https://manukora.com/axe Caraway Home: carawayhome.com/drjoshaxe (Use code DRJOSHAXE) for an exclusive discount Watch The Dr. Josh Axe Show every Monday & Thursday on YouTube: ⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/@drjoshaxe?sub_confirmation=1⁠⁠ 

Hospitals are improving the health and well-being of communities through a care model that fosters collaboration between clinicians, patients and their support systems. Person- and Family-Centered Care (PFCC) — often referred to as Patient and Family Engagement (PFE) — is an approach to care delivery that has been shown to improve health outcomes, lower costs, enhance patient experience and boost overall staff satisfaction. In this episode of the MiCare Champion Cast, two members of the MHA Person & Family Engagement Advisory Council from MyMichigan Health and Michigan Medicine provide first-hand insight on the powerful impact of PFE. It also provides actionable ways for healthcare teams to implement PFE and uplift its value to hospital leadership. Guests include Michelle Brady, MSHAL, BSN, RN, CPXP, director, patient experience and relations, MyMichigan Health and Michele Mitchell, BS, MS, PMP, a nationally recognized patient advocate and breast cancer survivor. EPISODE REFERENCES: "Consumers' and health providers' views and perceptions of partnering to improve health services design, delivery and evaluation: a co‐produced qualitative evidence synthesis": Link: www.cochranelibrary.com/cdsr/doi/10.1…274.pub2/full Impact of Patient Engagement on Healthcare Outcomes: pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC5651621/ Mitchell (mmmitchell99@gmail.com) can be found below: www.linkedin.com/in/michele-mitchell-403361135/ www.instagram.com/mmmitchell8 www.youtube.com/@PatientEngagement-tn6yr

In this episode, I'm joined by Christina Jagielski, GI health psychologist and Clinical Assistant Professor in the Division of Gastroenterology and Hepatology at Michigan Medicine. Dr Jagielski specialises in the intersection of psychological trauma and gastrointestinal health, using evidence-based approaches such as cognitive behavioural therapy, acceptance and commitment therapy, relaxation training, and gut-directed hypnotherapy to support patients with a range of GI conditions. In this episode, we explore trauma-informed care in gastroenterology — including how trauma can shape gut symptoms, patient behaviour, and healthcare experiences. We unpack the biological and psychological pathways linking trauma and the gut–brain axis, the risk of re-traumatisation in clinical settings, and why patients with trauma histories often experience more severe symptoms and poorer quality of life. We also discuss practical strategies for clinicians and healthcare teams, including how to create safer, more compassionate environments through trauma-informed principles such as safety, transparency, choice, and collaboration. Whether you're a clinician, researcher, or someone living with a gut condition, this episode offers powerful insights into how care can be delivered in a way that heals, rather than harms. Please enjoy my conversation with Dr Christina Jagielski.

Link to episode page This week's Department of Know is hosted by Sarah Lane, with guests Jack Kufahl, CISO, Michigan Medicine, and Adam Palmer, CISO, First Hawaiian Bank. Missed the live show? Check it out on YouTube. Huge thanks to our sponsor, Vanta Risk and regulation ramping up—and customers expect proof of security just to do business. Vanta's automation brings compliance, risk, and customer trust together on one AI-powered platform. So whether you're prepping for a SOC 2 or running an enterprise GRC program, Vanta keeps you secure—and keeps your deals moving. Learn more at vanta.com/ciso.  

This week, as Workplace Violence Prevention Month kicks off, The Wrap welcomed Maria Bobo, D.N.P., Director of Nursing Professional Development & Education, and Sean Taylor, UMPD-Michigan Medicine Police Sergeant. The two are members of the training and education subcommittee who stopped by to talk about their work. In the conversation, the duo share:What staff should know about the workplace violence trainingsHow real-world scenarios are used to help staff feel more confidence handling situationsCommon warning signs to look forBest training options for biggest reward in the shortest timeAfter-incident supportDifferences in training for nurses and staffCheck out this important episode today -- it just may keep you safe! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, Karen J. McConnell, PharmD, MBA, Chief Pharmacy Officer at Michigan Medicine, discusses building a unified pharmacy strategy across multiple campuses, launching a systemwide pharmacy and therapeutics committee, and expanding specialty and ambulatory pharmacy services. She also shares how pharmacy leaders are preparing for rapid industry changes, drug pricing policy shifts, and the growing pipeline of complex therapies.

In this episode, Karen J. McConnell, PharmD, MBA, Chief Pharmacy Officer at Michigan Medicine, discusses building a unified pharmacy strategy across multiple campuses, launching a systemwide pharmacy and therapeutics committee, and expanding specialty and ambulatory pharmacy services. She also shares how pharmacy leaders are preparing for rapid industry changes, drug pricing policy shifts, and the growing pipeline of complex therapies.

March 11, 2026 ~ Chris Renwick and Lloyd Jackson spoke with Jamie Edmonds and Luanne Thomas-Ewald, COO of Michigan Medicine's Ann Arbor Hospitals, about ongoing contract negotiations between Michigan Medicine and Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

March 11, 2026 ~Andy Hetzel shares what came out of the latest meeting between BCBSM and Michigan Medicine and what it means for patients, providers, and negotiations moving forward. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

March 11, 2026 ~ Luanne Thomas Ewald explains Michigan Medicine's perspective on ongoing discussions with Blue Cross and the next steps in resolving high‑stakes healthcare issues. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

March 10, 2026 ~ Chris Renwick, Lloyd Jackson, and Jamie Edmonds discuss Michigan Medicine and Blue Cross Blue Shield negotiations with Andy Hetzel, VP of Corporate Communications for Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

March 9, 2026 ~ Chris Renwick, Lloyd Jackson, and Jamie Edmonds cover Michigan basketball, tragic tornadoes, the escalating conflict in Iran, and a dispute between Michigan Medicine and Blue Cross Blue Shield. Also, hear about MSU students' Shark Tank success and Detroit's new mayor's budget. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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Michigan Medicine marks five years of recognizing World Delirium Awareness Day with a special edition of The Wrap, celebrating how a single, focused initiative has grown into a powerful, systemwide movement transforming delirium awareness, prevention and patient care. In this episode, leaders from nursing, psychiatry, pediatrics and ambulatory care speak candidly about why delirium remains one of the most urgent and often underrecognized patient safety challenges, and how Michigan Medicine is working to change that reality. Check it out today! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

A single genetic diagnosis can ripple through generations and reshape medical care for an entire family. Cascade genetic testing, the offering of targeted genetic testing to biological relatives of a person in whom a disease-causing variant has already been identified, can find at‑risk relatives, improve outcomes, and save costs through early treatment and prevention. We spoke with Rajani Aatre, senior genetic counselor at Michigan Medicine's Frankel Cardiovascular Center, about the importance of cascade genetic testing, the ethical tension between honoring a patient's privacy and protecting relatives from preventable harm; and the question of whether, when, and how to share life‑changing genetic information with relatives.

ANN ARBOR —News, advice and research about what we eat - and drink - and how it influences our health is inescapable.What we hear less about is exactly what's taking place inside the body when nutrition is considered bad or toxic, say ultraprocessed foods like our favorite packaged cookies, chips or frozen pizza, or good and healthy, those whole, methyl-donor-rich leafy veggies, beefs and eggs.If you want a deeper understanding, ask Dana Dolinoy. The answers are in epigenetics, her specialty.As a nutritional and environmental scientist and professor at the School of Public Health, she studies the changes that take place in response to nutrients. Her work digs deep down to the genes and DNA, at the epigenome, where the controls that turn genes on and off are located.Dolinoy is also director of the NIH-supported Michigan Life Stage Environmental Exposures and Disease Center and Michigan Medicine's Epigenomics Core, teams that advance research and understanding of the environmental causes of chronic diseases and conditions. She is also on the team that launched MI-CARES, the Michigan Cancer and Research on the Environment Study, which is recruiting 100,000 Michigan residents to find causes of and solutions to disease. More on the study.As Dolinoy discusses in this episode of Michigan Minds, epigenetics, "is actually a relatively new science. The term was first coined in the 1950s as a way to talk about the intersections of our genes in the environment."Michigan Minds is produced by Greta Guest and hosted by Michigan News staff. Jeremy Marble is the audio engineer and Hans Anderson provides social media animations. Listen to all episodes of the podcast. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

 In this episode, Dr. Marschall Runge, former CEO of Michigan Medicine and author of “The Great Healthcare Disruption: Big Tech, Bold Policy, and the Future of American Medicine”, shares insights on the strengths and pressure points of U.S. healthcare. He discusses access, primary care, AI, workforce challenges, and what it will take to improve health and longevity in the years ahead.

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Rural Health News is a weekly segment of Rural Health Today, a podcast by Hillsdale Hospital. News sources for this episode: Ella Jeffries, “CMS approves rural health awards for all 50 states,” December 29, 2025, https://www.beckershospitalreview.com/financial/cms-awards-50b-to-states-for-rural-health-transformation/, Becker's Hospital Review. CMS.gov, “CMS Announces Establishment of the Office of Rural Health Transformation,” December 29, 2025, https://www.cms.gov/newsroom/press-releases/cms-announces-establishment-office-rural-health-transformation/ Erica Cerutti, “ED boarding in 2025: 4 notes,” December 29, 2025, https://www.beckershospitalreview.com/care-coordination/ed-boarding-in-2025-4-notes/, Becker's Hospital Review. Kara Gavin, “Wait times for emergency hospitalization keep getting higher,” August 4, 2025, https://www.michiganmedicine.org/health-lab/wait-times-emergency-hospitalization-keep-getting-higher, Michigan Medicine. Ella Jeffries, “Judge blocks 340B rebate pilot program,” December 29, 2025, https://www.beckershospitalreview.com/pharmacy/judge-blocks-340b-rebate-pilot-program/, Becker's Hospital Review. Elizabeth S. Eaton, “'Threadbare administrative record': Federal judge stops 340B rebate pilot,” December 30, 2025, https://firstwordpharma.com/story/7022857, FirstWord Pharma. Rural Health Today is a production of Hillsdale Hospital in Hillsdale, Michigan and a member of the Health Podcast Network. Our host is JJ Hodshire, our producer is Kyrsten Newlon, and our audio engineer is Kenji Ulmer. Special thanks to our special guests for sharing their expertise on the show, and also to the Hillsdale Hospital marketing team. If you want to submit a question for us to answer on the podcast or learn more about Rural Health Today, visit ruralhealthtoday.com.

In this episode of The Better Life, Dr. Pinkston sits down with Dr. Marschall Runge, Dean of the University of Michigan Medical School and CEO of Michigan Medicine. Together, they explore the systemic challenges facing the American healthcare system and discuss the optimistic future outlined in Dr. Runge’s new book, The Great Healthcare Disruption. The conversation dives deep into the "corporatization" of medicine, where insurance companies and administrative costs often take precedence over the doctor-patient relationship. Dr. Runge highlights a startling statistic: while the U.S. spends the most on healthcare globally, it ranks roughly 60th in "healthy average life expectancy." They discuss potential solutions, including shifting focus toward prevention, learning from international models like Singapore and Denmark, and restoring the fundamental trust between physicians and their patients. Key Topics Covered: The Efficiency Gap: Comparing the 16% administrative costs of private insurance to the 2% cost of Medicare. The Preventive Approach: How lifestyle factors, nutrition, and social policy impact long-term health outcomes. AI in Healthcare: The double-edged sword of AI being used by insurance companies to drive high denial rates. The Primary Care Shortage: Why the U.S. has fewer primary care doctors per capita than almost any other developed nation and how "medical homes" can bridge the gap. Restoring Trust: Moving away from "Reddit-based" medical advice and back to evidence-based care provided by trusted professionals. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Steve sits down with Dr. Marschall Runge, former CEO of Michigan Medicine and dean of the University of Michigan Medical School, to explore Inside the Great Healthcare Disruption. From AI and Big Tech to breakthrough drugs, Runge shares what's really reshaping American medicine and what it means for families and patients.

Today on the Steve Gruber Show, Dr. Tom George, CEO of the Michigan State Medical Society, breaks down House Bill 5313, the bipartisan effort modernizing Michigan's medical licensing system. He explains how this common-sense reform eases unnecessary continuing-education burdens, aligns Michigan with national standards, and fixes outdated disciplinary processes that once made the state an outlier, turning Michigan into a leader in fair, transparent, and accountable health regulation.

This episode recorded live at the 10th Annual Health IT + Digital Health + RCM Annual Meeting features Dr. Tim Calahan, CTO, Michigan Medicine. Here, he discusses how his organization is using AI, virtual care, and digital health tools to enhance clinical workflows and patient care. He also shares strategies for governance, operational planning, and staying focused on key technology initiatives while adapting to changing legislation and rising demands in healthcare.

What happens when a powerhouse research enterprise, a statewide health system, and a relentless push for access all meet at the same table? Our conversation with Dr. David Miller, CEO of Michigan Medicine, opens the door to a candid look at how precision care, digital tools, and financial reality collide—and how smart leadership turns that collision into progress.We dig into the new map of Michigan Medicine: the academic medical center in Ann Arbor, integrated hospitals in Lansing and West Michigan, and partnerships that extend specialty expertise across the state. Then we follow the research-to-care pipeline, from NIH-backed labs to clinical trials to real-world therapies. You'll hear how next-generation sequencing is making targeted cancer treatments more accessible, and why histotripsy—a noninvasive, ultrasound-based approach to treating liver tumors—is a model for bringing breakthroughs from engineering benches to exam rooms.Technology is more than a buzzword here. Dr. Miller explains how generative AI is cutting documentation time with ambient notes, speeding routine approvals, and supporting clinical decisions, all while keeping a human in the loop. We talk training the next wave of physicians to be technology fluent, and how virtual visits and remote monitoring expand access without trading away empathy. On payment and policy, we confront the hard parts: Medicaid churn, prior authorization friction, and the need for value-based insurance design that lowers barriers to high-value care. The throughline is simple and urgent—make it easier for patients to get the right care at the right time, and align incentives so innovation actually reaches people.If you care about healthcare that is precise, humane, and actually reachable, this conversation will give you a practical, hopeful blueprint. Subscribe, share with a friend who's navigating care, and leave a review to help more listeners find the show. Your feedback keeps this community sharp—and pushes the system toward what works.Support the showEngage the conversation on Substack at The Common Bridge!

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