4sight Health Roundup (for Healthcare Executives)

The healthcare industry makes news every day, some of which we never thought we'd see. But here we are. David W. Johnson and Julie Murchinson share, “5 Healthcare Headlines We Didn't Expect to See,” and what they say about the direction of the industry on the new episode of the 4sight Health Roundup podcast, moderated by David Burda.

The investment portfolios of not-for-profit hospitals and health systems are growing to record levels. Where should they be putting their money to get the best return for patients now and in the future? David W. Johnson and Julie Murchinson shared their investment advice for these swelling investment portfolios on “Where Hospitals Should Be Investing Your Money,” the new episode of the 4sight Health Roundup podcast, moderated by David Burda. 

GLP-1 drugs are dominating the healthcare headlines from Medicare's new GLP-1 Bridge demonstration project to the explosion in the number of people using them for more than just weight loss. David W. Johnson and Julie Murchinson explore the market, policy and population health implications on, “Unlocking the Healthcare Market Implications of GLP-1 Drugs,” the new episode of the 4sight Health Roundup podcast, moderated by David Burda.

States are starting to dole out their share of Rural Health Transformation Program grant money. Whose money will go the furthest in improving the health of rural America? David W. Johnson and Julie Murchinson chewed on the most effective ideas on, “Will Rural Health Transformation Grants Pave the Road to Good Health?” the new episode of the 4sight Health Roundup podcast, moderated by David Burda.

How do we restore consumer trust in healthcare, trust among healthcare industry segments, and everyone's trust in the government? David W. Johnson and Julie Murchinson debate what dials to turn on, “Restoring Trust in Science, Medicine and Public Health,” the new episode of the 4sight Health Roundup podcast, moderated by David Burda.

David W. Johnson and Julie Murchinson take a hard look at the evidence to predict whether the deployment of artificial intelligence in healthcare will increase healthcare costs or lower them on, “AI in Healthcare: Cost Saver or Cost Driver?” the new episode of the 4sight Health Roundup podcast, moderated by David Burda. 

Provider-sponsored health plans have been around for years. Has this "pay-vider" business model fulfilled its promise to lower costs and improve outcomes? David W. Johnson and Julie Murchinson critique their promise and performance on, “Do Hospitals and Health Plans Mix?” the new episode of the 4sight Health Roundup podcast, moderated by David Burda. 

A new report says health systems are in desperate need of good governance and good governance practices. What will it take to make boards better prepared to deal with the complexities of today's healthcare market? David W. Johnson and Julie Murchinson share their ideas on, “Who Should Be Sitting Around Your Board Table?” the new episode of the 4sight Health Roundup podcast, moderated by David Burda. 

A new study says nearly 20% of teens and young adults are getting mental health advice from AI chatbots, with most users keeping it a secret. David W. Johnson and Julie Murchinson debate the health system impact of the growing use of AI chatbots by consumers secretly asking apps for help on, “Are AI Chatbots Good for Your Mental Health?” a special episode of the 4sight Health Roundup podcast, moderated by David Burda. 

A new report is out that says physicians are leaving clinical practice at a younger age. At the same time, medical school enrollment is at an all-time high. What's going on? David W. Johnson and Julie Murhcinson make it all make sense on, “It's Not You. It's Your Doctor,” a special episode of the 4sight Health Roundup podcast, moderated by David Burda.