SHSMD Podcast Rapid Insights for Health Care Marketers, Planners, and Communicators

As the health care sector confronts its environmental impact, communication professionals are stepping up to drive sustainability forward. In this episode, we explore how strategic messaging, stakeholder engagement, and storytelling can empower health organizations to reduce emissions, improve public health, and lead the charge toward a greener future.

In today’s data-driven healthcare landscape, integrating diverse data sources into dynamic dashboards is transforming how organizations identify market opportunities and optimize provider deployment. Join us as we explore a compelling case study from Washington University School of Medicine, showcasing how Power BI dashboards are used to drive strategic decisions, improve access to care, and ensure financial sustainability.

In our latest Women in Leadership episode, Danielle Gathje reflects on her remarkable career and the lessons she's learned along the way. From navigating gender bias to advocating for herself and others, Danielle's story is an inspiring reminder that resilience, positivity, and strong support systems are crucial for success in healthcare.

Join us for a sneak peek of Tucker Bryant's keynote, "The Poet’s Keys: A Guide to Unlocking Innovation in Health Care Strategy," where he reveals how poetic tools can enhance creativity, collaboration, and competitive advantage in the health care industry. Discover how embracing these strategies can help health care professionals navigate an ever-evolving landscape and lead their organizations to success.

Michele Sutton, FACHE, CEO of North Oaks Health System, shares her journey from SHSMD member to ACHE Chair, key leadership insights, and advice for thinking like a CEO.

The Women in Leadership series explores the life and career path of women in health care leadership roles. In this episode, we spotlight Jennifer Nickoles, President at Johns Hopkins Bayview Medical Center. Jen Nickoles always aspired to be a leader and after she completed her undergraduate studies at Johns Hopkins, she began her career in facilities management. Transitioning through the finance track, she moved into administration and eventually became Chief of Staff for Johns Hopkins Medicine. After several roles within the health system, she ultimately became the President of Johns Hopkins Bayview Medical Center.

OhioHealth has developed a research-backed digital engagement strategy by studying consumer health behaviors and motivations to better understand patient needs and preferences. Attendees of this session will learn about patient expectations in healthcare brand relationships and receive real-world marketing strategies, along with a free copy of the consumer health and wellness research study.

Healthcare marketers face the challenge of separating myth from reality when it comes to implementing scalable personalization strategies, as consumer expectations now demand more tailored approaches. AdventHealth aims to showcase a viable solution for overcoming these challenges, providing clarity amid the confusion surrounding personalization in healthcare marketing.

Disruptors like Amazon and Dollar General are challenging traditional healthcare with convenience and affordability, prompting UPMC and NRC Health to explore the role of brand positioning in patient satisfaction and recognition. UPMC will share data on rural market challenges and patient care preferences, addressing broader trends like consumerism, patient engagement, and healthcare innovation.

With a looming shortage of over 4 million healthcare workers, this session explores how a marketing-first approach can enhance recruitment strategies to meet community needs. Sheppard Pratt's successful recruitment tactics, rooted in ROI-driven marketing and collaboration with internal stakeholders, will be highlighted as actionable examples for other health systems.