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This episode of the Global Medical Device Podcast, hosted by Etienne Nichols with guest Shannon Decker, CEO of VBC1 and an expert in healthcare transformation, dives deep into the science of how adults learn, contrasting pedagogy (child-centered learning) with andragogy (adult-centered learning). The discussion reveals why traditional training methods, like handing new hires 40 SOPs to read, are often ineffective for experienced professionals in the MedTech industry.Shannon explains the core principles of andragogy: adults are self-directed, problem-centered, and bring a vast reservoir of experience to the table (schema theory). They are less motivated by sequential, externally guided learning and more by what is relevant, timely, and what is in it for them. This self-directed approach means successful training in MedTech requires catering to intrinsic motivation and providing tactile, real-world practice rather than just videos or documentation.The conversation pivots to practical applications across the medical device lifecycle. Shannon shares compelling examples, like improving physician adoption of a medical device by shifting the focus from extrinsic financial rewards and regulatory compliance to the intrinsic motivation of improving patient health outcomes. By making users part of the development process and using performance feedback to tap into a professional's competitive spirit, organizations can achieve significantly higher engagement and successful adoption of new technologies.Key Timestamps[03:20] What is Andragogy? How adults learn differently than children.[04:45] The role of schema theory and existing experience in adult learning.[05:40] Why the traditional "drop 40 SOPs" on a new hire's desk fails adults.[07:15] Case Study: The challenge of low medical device adoption and the missing education piece.[08:50] The power of tactile practice and addressing user confidence (e.g., misusing the device).[11:00] Contrasting Andragogy (self-directed) vs. Pedagogy (directed/sequential).[14:10] Applying adult learning to device development: solving the user's problem.[16:45] How to boost adoption: Intrinsic motivation and making users part of the process.[18:20] The key physician motivator: Desire to help people over money or administrative requirements.[21:10] Behavior science: Focusing on influential champions and mid/top performers for diffusion.[22:45] The "Gold Star" effect: Using competitive spirit and relevant KPIs for motivation.Quotes"The way we come to learning with adults is different... The best way that they learn is coming up with things that are relevant to them, things that are timely, things that they need. They want to be interested." - Shannon Decker"I don't talk about the money that they're going to make... What I talk to them about is by paying attention and doing these screening exams, you're going to have an impact on the overall health of your patient." - Shannon DeckerTakeawaysStop Relying on Documentation for Training: Adult learners need tactile input and practice. Replace or supplement large volumes of SOP reading with project team involvement, practical exercises, and hands-on use to build confidence and retention.Focus on the "What's In It For Me" (WIIFM): When designing a medical device or a training program, identify the user's intrinsic motivations. For clinicians, this is often the desire to improve patient outcomes—lead with this message rather than revenue or regulatory burden.Build Champions, Not Just Compliance: Instead of solely focusing energy on low performers or the loudest voices, identify respected, influential leaders (champions) to pilot and advocate for new technology. Their positive experience drives the Law of Respect and encourages wider...
Dr. Shannon Decker joins Sarah to talk about risk adjustment, the switch from V24 to V28 coding, and what recent changes mean for value-based care. Find Shannon Decker Online: LinkedIn VBCOne Official Website VBCOne on YouTube Resources: 5 Things From the 2025 Budget Reconciliation Bill How to Build Intentional Value ft. Neil Reich Judge Grants Stay on Many 2025 ACA Final Rule Provisions Judge Vacates HHS MA Commissions Lawsuit Follow Us on Social! Ritter on Facebook, https://www.facebook.com/RitterIM Instagram, https://www.instagram.com/ritter.insurance.marketing/ LinkedIn, https://www.linkedin.com/company/ritter-insurance-marketing TikTok, https://www.tiktok.com/@ritterim X, https://x.com/RitterIM and YouTube, https://www.youtube.com/user/RitterInsurance Sarah on LinkedIn, https://www.linkedin.com/in/sjrueppel/ Instagram, https://www.instagram.com/thesarahjrueppel/ and Threads, https://www.threads.net/@thesarahjrueppel Tina on LinkedIn, https://www.linkedin.com/in/tina-lamoreux-6384b7199/ Not affiliated with or endorsed by Medicare or any government agency. Contact the Agent Survival Guide Podcast! Email us ASGPodcast@Ritterim.com or call 1-717-562-7211 and leave a voicemail.
In this episode of Healthcare Americana, host Christopher Habig talks with Dr. Shannon Decker, CEO of VBC One, about what value-based care (VBC) really means and how it differs from traditional fee-for-service models. Dr. Decker explains that VBC focuses on prevention, quality measures, total cost of care, and accurate risk adjustment. She discusses payment approaches like capitation with quality bonuses and highlights the practical needs for success, including strong EMR documentation, risk coding, clinician and patient engagement, interoperable data, and effective workflows. The conversation also covers pitfalls such as underreported chronic conditions, challenges with global risk contracts like ACO REACH, and the importance of contract protections and ongoing education. Dr. Decker emphasizes that with the right systems and trust between clinicians and patients, value-based care can improve outcomes and reduce costs, but it requires careful planning and implementation.More on Freedom Healthworks & FreedomDoc HealthSubscribe at https://healthcareamericana.com/More on Dr. Shannon Decker & VBC OneFollow Healthcare Americana: Instagram & LinkedIN
Personal trainer Shannon Decker chats about her career. Shannonshape.com
On this episode of The Girl Powerful Podcast Tedi and Sonya Serge welcome fitness instructor Shannon Decker. Shannon has overcome so much in her life, and her past plus her perseverance has brought her to where she is today. Shannons Journey as well as advice for someone who wants to get moving, and of course what makes her feel most alive is discussed on this episode, plus more! Girl Powerful Podcast with Tedi and Sonya Serge Guest: Shannon Decker https://shannonshape.com/ 1:00 #forthesanitynotthevanity 3:30 introduction to balance and Circle of Winning. How many people has Shannon worked with? 8:00 How does Shannon get people to stick with the program and keep going? 13:50 The evolution of clients confidence. 17:14 Shannon being emancipated at the age of 15, doing everything she can to keep playing varsity basketball, and how that has sculpted her. "Fitness literally saved me" 22:30 A story about Shannons brother's tragic brain injury, and its effects on her. 27:00 Any advice for someone who wants to get moving? 30:10 What makes you feel most alive? Available for download on iTunes, Spotify and Stitcher. Girl Powerful Podcast with Sonya and Tedi Serge.
Today I am joined by local psychotherapist Boudi Maassen and his patient of fourteen years Shannon Decker who talks about what he has learned through psychotherapy. We also talk about resistance to getting help and the benefits of things like group work, such as those offered through Relationships Australia, and just listening. Shannon also talks about how he has come to love and channel his manic energy, whilst Boudi talks about embracing our neurodiversity.
On today's episode our guest is elite fitness trainer and model Shannon Decker. She grew up in California and started her modeling career at the age of 22, but then discovered her passion for helping others achieve their health and fitness goals. Now she has become one of the top fitness influencers in LA and is on a mission to inspire people to go out there and fight for their dreams.Highlights:Shannon's journey turning her passion for fitness into a successful business. Shannon's relationship with beauty.How Shannon learned to navigate the challenges that come with being an influencer.The importance of taking care of yourself from the inside out.If you want to know more about Shannon you can follow her on Instagram. Download Shannon's fitness app: http://shred.app/shannonJoin Dr. Adrienne Youdim & Dr. Behrooz Torkian Digital Beauty Event of the Summer: https://www.drtorkian.com/blog/digital-beauty-event-of-the-summer/
While we're stuck inside, I'm is bringing you quick, informative episodes on how to live a better (not best) quarantined life. Today's episode is an honest conversation with Shannon Decker, a personal trainer who I had the absolute pleasure of getting to know when I lived LA. Most recently, she's the female trainer on the Shred app, which is currently the number one fitness app in the App Store. Shannon's success is the result of her desire to help others, her infectious personality, her work ethic, and her philosophies that we discuss in this podcast. We were able to agree on so many things, including the Better Not Best Mindset, and the strategies that have provided the most growth in our career and our lives. To day we get into: How to organize your hustle so you're the most effective The art of the niche Tricks to kick the comparison habit Why it's important during this time to work less Advice for at home workouts Insight into how we fuel ourselves Shannon Decker: @shannonshape (instagram.com/@shannonshape) Julia Stern: @notmybestpodcast (instagram.com/@notmybestpodcast) --- Holistik Wellness | Holistik Wellness is a locally grown CBD stir stick that can be put into your beverage for benefits in areas like post-workout recovery, sleep, overall relief and wellness. Use code NOTMYBEST at holistikwellness.com (http://holistikwellness.com/) for 25% off your next order.
The COVID-19 coronavirus will make this Easter different than ever before. Non-profits like the Speedy Foundation are joining together to help families find resources to still have fun, including a virtual Easter egg hunt. We talked to Shannon Decker with the Speedy Foundation about the resources.
Shannon Decker is Executive Director of The Speedy Foundation. The foundation was formed after Jeret "Speedy" Peterson died by suicide in July of 2011. Jeret was an American World Cup aerial skier and silver medalist at the 2010 Winter Olympics in Vancouver. The Speedy Foundation's mission is to prevent suicide, promote conversations to end stigma, and support mental health education. Shannon talks about the warning signs of suicide and what to do if someone you love is having thoughts of self-harm. She discusses some of her interactions with teens effected by suicide, hopeful programs that she is seeing across the country and her work as a Mental Health First Aid Trainer.
Shannon Decker is the Executive Director of the Speedy Foundation and the Idaho Suicide Prevention Coalition. The Speedy Foundation was started in 2011 in memory of Shannon's cousin, Olympic Freestyle skier and three time Olympian, Jeret Peterson. His death compelled Shannon and her family to help others affected by suicide.The family felt that the Speedy Foundation could help that cause by providing help with funding as well as using Jeret’s legacy to gain traction. The Speedy Foundation believes that education for the general public is a tremendously important piece of the puzzle that is often overlooked.
Shannon Decker is the Executive Director of the Speedy Foundation and the Idaho Suicide Prevention Coalition. The Speedy Foundation was started in 2011 in memory of Shannon’s cousin, Olympic Freestyle skier and three time Olympian, Jeret Peterson. His death compelled Shannon and her family to help others affected by suicide.The family felt that the Speedy... The post IDS: 094 Shannon Decker – The Speedy Foundation/Suicide Prevention and Mental Health Advocacy appeared first on IDAHO SPEAKEASY.
Titans! Fitness model and Titan Games competitor Shannon Decker is in-studio with hosts Ty Matthews, Julana Dizon, Tyra Prude and David Christopher as they break down Episode 3 and everything that goes into the epic competition that is the Titan Games. THE ROCK IS BACK! And he has a whole new reality competition show! He believes that people can be the best, and we believe it too! Join us for THE TITAN GAMES AFTERBUZZ TV AFTER SHOW where we'll break down all the fitness, the tears, the sweat, and drama! From professional perspective to opinionated predictions on the contestants, we've got it all! Subscribe and comment to stay up to date on everything that The Titan Games has to offer! Follow us on http://www.Twitter.com/AfterBuzzTV "Like" Us on http://www.Facebook.com/AfterBuzzTV Buy Merch at http://shop.spreadshirt.com/AfterbuzzTV/