Becker’s Healthcare Podcast

Dr. Lee Schwamm, a leading expert in digital health and stroke care, joins the podcast to discuss the delicate balance between saving lives and ensuring quality of life for stroke patients. He dives into the impact of the 20-year-old Get With The Guidelines program, the importance of including rural data, and what this all means for the future of stroke care.

This episode is sponsored by the American Heart Association.

In this episode, Dr. Benjamin Stein, Orthopedic Surgeon and Chairman of Capital Surgical Solutions, discusses the creation of surgeon-led ambulatory surgery centers. He shares his passion for empowering surgeons through control over patient care and operational decisions, and his insights on the evolving role of independent surgeons in the healthcare landscape.

In this episode, Rushil Desai, President and CEO of Aetna Better Health of Illinois, discusses key trends in Medicaid managed care, including the integration of behavioral health and social needs, the impact of digital health solutions, and the future of value-based care. He also shares insights into the innovative programs improving access and equity for Illinois' most vulnerable populations.

In this episode, George Halvorson, Chair and CEO of the Institute for InterGroup Understanding and former CEO of Kaiser Permanente, shares insights on the evolution of Medicare Advantage, its success in delivering quality care, and its role in shaping the future of healthcare. Halvorson delves into key topics like capitation, healthcare cost management, and the ongoing challenges facing the Medicare system.

In this episode, Margaret Chappell, CEO of the Center for Advanced Surgery, shares her expertise on ASC trends, including reimbursement challenges and staffing efficiencies. She also offers leadership advice from her 44 years in healthcare, emphasizing flexibility and thorough preparation.

In this episode, Shane Rodabaugh, Vice President of IT Infrastructure at Baptist Health System KY & IN, discusses the impact of AI on healthcare, the evolving role of technology in patient care, and the importance of staying agile in a rapidly changing IT landscape.

In this episode, Dr. Mark Allen, Chairman of the American Board of Sports & Performance Psychiatry and newly appointed Medical Director of Psychiatry at EDCare, discusses his journey in psychiatry, the importance of specialized care for athletes with eating disorders, and the unique challenges faced in sports environments. He also highlights EDCare’s athlete-specific program and its innovative, multidisciplinary approach to recovery.

In this episode, Scott Becker speaks with Todd Eury, Founder and CEO of the Pharmacy Podcast Network. They discuss emerging trends in the pharmacy industry, the evolving role of pharmacists, the impact of payment reforms, and the integration of artificial intelligence in healthcare. Todd also shares insights into the growth of the Pharmacy Podcast Network and the exciting changes ahead for the profession.

In this episode, Prashanth Bala, Chief of Ambulatory Surgical Services & Vice President of ASC Operations at Shields Health, shares his journey and discusses Shields Health's role in transforming healthcare delivery. He also explores current trends in surgery centers, including outpatient procedures and partnerships with hospitals.

In this episode, Scott Becker discusses the alarming rise in ER wait times, which have reached a decade-high average of 2 hours and 45 minutes. He outlines five major factors contributing to the strain on emergency departments, including the lack of primary care access, closures of nursing homes, staff shortages, slow triaging processes, and the growing impact of behavioral health needs.