Becker’s Healthcare Podcast

In this episode, Rick L. Stevens, President of Christian Hospital and Northwest HealthCare, shares insights into BJC Health System's unique integration of academic and community care. He discusses recent successes in patient care, workforce development, and expanding services, while emphasizing the importance of innovation and community partnerships in shaping the future of healthcare.

This episode explores the challenges of pulse oximetry accuracy in patients with darker skin tones. Sam Ajizian, MD, vice president and chief medical officer in the Acute Care & Monitoring operating unit at Medtronic, and Jason Case, the vice president of research and development in the Acute Care & Monitoring operating unit at Medtronic, discuss the technology behind pulse oximeters, the factors affecting their readings, and the company's efforts to improve the technology. They also provide practical advice for healthcare providers on mitigating risks until technological advancements are fully implemented.

This episode is sponsored by Medtronic.

Kyle Anderson, VP of Finance and ASC at Ortho Rhode Island, explores the connection between employee engagement and exceptional patient experiences. He emphasizes the importance of hiring team members who are passionate about their work and creating an environment where they can thrive. Anderson shares insights into how a motivated, dedicated staff serves as the foundation for delivering outstanding care and building patient trust.

This episode, recorded live at the Becker’s Healthcare 12th Annual CEO + CFO Roundtable, features Claire Agnew, Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer of Valleywise Health. Claire shares her journey in healthcare leadership and dives into key topics such as cybersecurity investments, leveraging artificial intelligence for operational improvements, and the challenges of expanding into a new hospital facility. She also discusses strategies for balancing financial constraints while prioritizing patient and staff needs.

Join Erika Spicer Mason in conversation with Geoff New, Senior Vice President of Clinical Documentation and Denials Management at CorroHealth, as they explore how accuracy in clinical documentation impacts reimbursement outcomes. Geoff shares key strategies for leveraging AI-driven tools to prevent denials, enhance productivity, and ensure ongoing education for physicians. Tune in to discover actionable insights and best practices to help mitigate claims denials and revenue loss in healthcare.

This episode is sponsored by CorroHealth.

Join us as we explore the future of interventional cardiology with Philips' Full Picture. In this episode, we'll hear from experts at Baylor Scott & White The Heart Hospital in Plano, Texas, as they discuss how this innovative technology is transforming patient care, improving efficiency, and driving better outcomes. From the clinical perspective to the strategic implications, we'll delve into the real-world impact of Philips' Full Picture.

This episode is sponsored by Philips.

This episode, recorded live at the Becker’s Healthcare 9th Annual Health IT + Digital Health + RCM Annual Meeting: The Future of Business and Clinical Technologies, features Dr. George Cybulski, Clinical AI Leader at Humboldt Park Health. Here, he discusses how AI is streamlining the patient referral system and enhancing medical records to improve care coordination. Dr. Cybulski also shares insights on evaluating which technologies are worthwhile investments and dives into the key themes of his book, “Can We Manage to Save Healthcare?”

In this episode, Peter Murphy Lewis, Founder & CEO of Strategic Pete, shares insights into his diverse career, including his work as a fractional CMO, TV host, and creator of a groundbreaking docu-series on long-term care. He discusses his passion for elevating the caregiving profession and his unique approach to marketing, all while balancing family life in a literal zoo in Kansas.

In this episode, we explore the critical role nurses play in advancing health equity within the ICU. Jennifer Adamski, president of the American Association of Critical-Care Nurses, shares insights on how nurses can make a difference at the bedside and the challenges they face. We also discuss strategies for empowering nurses and fostering a culture of equity in critical care.

This episode is sponsored by Medtronic.

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Bhavani SV, Wiley Z, Verhoef PA, Coopersmith CM, Ofotokun I. Racial Differences in Detection of Fever Using Temporal vs Oral Temperature Measurements in Hospitalized Patients. JAMA. 2022;328(9):885–886. doi:10.1001/jama.2022.12290

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This episode of the Becker's Healthcare podcast features Betty Jo Rocchio, the new Executive Vice President and Chief Nurse Executive at Advocate Health. With over 30 years of experience, Betty Jo dives into the biggest changes in healthcare, her priorities for 2025, and exciting innovations shaping the future of nursing.