The Missing Piece with April Reed

Kevin Stansbury, CEO of Lincoln Community Hospital, shares what it really takes to lead a rural healthcare facility—and why it matters now more than ever. 

After a personal tragedy reshaped his perspective, Kevin shifted his career toward mission-driven work, becoming a strong advocate for small hospitals serving isolated and underserved communities. 

In this episode, he breaks down: 

• The real challenges rural hospitals face—from financial pressure to technology gaps  

• Why culture and community connection are their greatest strengths  

• How initiatives like the Colorado Rural Futures Project are working to protect access to care  

• And what future healthcare leaders need to succeed in complex, resource-limited environments  

In rural healthcare, distance can be the difference between life and death—and human connection remains the most powerful tool of all. 

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Most organizations don’t fail because of bad strategy.  They fail because they don’t know how to execute change.

In this episode of The Missing Piece, April Reed sits down with Joseph Oddo — a technology executive who has spent over two decades leading transformation inside some of the most complex organizations in healthcare and enterprise. 

But this conversation isn’t about titles or accolades. 

It’s about what actually moves the needle. 

From navigating high-stakes cybersecurity decisions… to implementing AI before it was mainstream… to quietly identifying the people inside organizations who truly drive change — Joe shares the lessons most leaders only learn the hard way. 

Inside this episode: 

• The simple idea that makes innovation actually stick 

• Why the real decision-makers are often invisible 

• The leadership mistake that can cost companies millions 

• How to think 5–7 moves ahead (like a chess player) 

• Why “big transformations” usually fail 

• Where AI in healthcare is really going (and what leaders are missing) 

• The moment that reshaped his entire approach to leadership 

One of the most powerful insights? The best leaders don’t force change. They build it — quietly, strategically, and one step at a time. 

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What does it really take to lead IT teams in complex, mission-critical environments? 

In this episode of The Missing Piece, host April Reed sits down with IT leader Steve Howard to explore how technology leadership goes far beyond systems, networks, and infrastructure. 

Steve shares his unconventional journey into IT, how his background in psychology shaped his leadership style, and why building strong teams is the foundation of successful technology organizations. 

From supporting healthcare systems to navigating complex technical environments, this conversation highlights a powerful truth: the best technology leaders understand people first. 

In this episode, we discuss: 

• How Steve Howard transitioned from psychology into IT leadership

• Why people skills matter just as much as technical skills in IT

• The challenges of leading teams in complex, high-stakes environments  • Building strong processes and developing technical talent 

Whether you're in healthcare IT, technology leadership, or simply interested in how great teams are built, this conversation offers valuable insights on leadership, service, and purpose. 

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In this episode of The Missing Piece Podcast, host April Reed sits down with Dr. David Feldman, Associate Director at the Paley Orthopedic & Spine Institute, to explore the world of rare and complex orthopedic conditions.

Dr. Feldman shares his journey into medicine, his years in academic leadership at NYU Langone Medical Center, and the moment he realized something important was missing in the way rare conditions were being treated.

Today, he focuses on highly specialized orthopedic care, working with patients from across the United States and around the world. In this conversation, he discusses the importance of deep expertise, the challenges of diagnosing rare conditions, and what it takes to truly make a difference in patients’ lives.

This episode also explores the role of mentorship, the value of specialized centers of excellence, and the lessons Dr. Feldman has learned after decades of treating some of the most complex orthopedic cases.

If you’re interested in healthcare innovation, rare diseases, orthopedic surgery, or the human side of medicine, this conversation offers a thoughtful look into the dedication required to transform patient care.

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What is the biggest mistake home health and hospice agencies are making today?

In this episode of The Missing Piece, April Reed sits down with Teresa Harbour, Chief Operating Officer at the Community Health Accreditation Partner (CHAP), to discuss the #1 deficiency impacting home health and hospice agencies today—and what it means for patient care nationwide.

From her beginnings as a 21-year-old hospice nurse singing Christmas carols for patients in their final days to leading accreditation efforts across the country, Teresa shares powerful lessons on quality, compliance, and the future of care.

In this episode, you'll learn:

• The most common compliance gap agencies face
• Why individualized plans of care continue to be missed
• How the 4Ms Framework (What Matters, Medication, Mentation, Mobility) is improving outcomes
• How age-friendly care reduced deficiencies from 33% to 6%
• The role of AI in hospice and home health
• Why more healthcare is moving into the home

If you care about quality, compliance, operational excellence, or the future of home-based healthcare, this conversation is for you.

Resources from CHAP:

• CHAP
• Age-Friendly Care Accreditation Program
• Age-Friendly Care Flyer

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In healthcare, most clinicians don’t burn out because they stop caring. 

They burn out because they can’t care for patients the way they want to. 

In this episode of The Missing Piece, April Reed sits down with Joshua Todd, Vice President of Operations at DPI Anesthesia, to talk about what it truly takes to scale healthcare operations without losing the heart of patient care. 

We discuss: 

• The real drivers of healthcare burnout

• Operational inefficiencies inside hospitals

• Revenue cycle realities and financial sustainability

• How AI can support (not replace) providers

• What true leadership looks like in high-pressure environments 

Joshua shares practical examples of reducing opioid utilization, improving operational efficiency, and leading teams without micromanaging — all while keeping patient care at the center. 

If you’re a healthcare executive, clinician, operator, or aspiring leader, this conversation will resonate. 

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What does it really take to build a career in psychiatry — and lead a growing mental health organization? 

In this episode of The Missing Peace, host April Reed speaks with Dr. Qays Munir, board-trained psychiatrist and Medical Director at Boston Neurobehavioral Associates. 

Dr. Munir shares his unexpected journey from leaving Boston University to completing medical school in Pakistan, matching into residency at St. Elizabeth’s Medical Center, and stepping into a leadership role within a large outpatient behavioral health practice. 

This conversation covers: 

• Dr. Munir’s unconventional path into medicine and psychiatry  • Lessons from addiction and outpatient mental health training

• What high-quality mental health care should prioritize today

• The importance of therapeutic alliance in patient outcomes

• Boston Neurobehavioral Associates’ inclusive insurance philosophy

• Real-world uses of AI in psychiatry and practice operations

• Leadership challenges when scaling a clinical organization  • Advice for future physicians and mental health leaders 

Whether you’re a medical student, clinician, healthcare leader, or simply interested in behavioral health, this episode offers grounded insight into modern psychiatry, technology, and persistence in a demanding field. 

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In today’s evolving healthcare landscape, nursing informatics plays a critical role in improving patient care by connecting clinical practice with technology. In this episode of The Missing Piece Podcast, host April Reed sits down with Patrick Palma, National Director of Clinical Informatics at Covenant Living Communities and Services, to explore how informatics is reshaping nursing and healthcare delivery.

• From Bedside to Leadership: Patrick shares his unconventional journey into nursing informatics, beginning in emergency departments and evolving into enterprise-wide informatics leadership.
• More Than Just Technology: Informatics is ultimately about supporting nurses, improving workflows, and enabling better clinical decision-making through data.
• Translating IT and Clinical Worlds: Patrick discusses the persistent disconnect between IT and clinical staff, highlighting why informatics professionals are essential translators between the two.
• Optimizing the EHR: Insights into the challenges nurses face with Electronic Health Records (EHRs), the importance of thoughtful system design and training, and how informatics improves outcomes for both clinicians and patients.
• Informatics in Senior & Post-Acute Care: A look at the growing importance of this specialty in senior living, where technology adoption has traditionally lagged behind acute care.
• The Future of Healthcare Tech & AI: Patrick shares his perspective on the future, including the responsible use of AI to support preventative care, such as identifying early indicators of fall risk.

This conversation highlights the vital importance of collaboration, education, and clinician-led technology in creating better systems of care—and why nursing informatics is a key piece of healthcare’s future.

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Cybersecurity in healthcare is more than a technology challenge—it’s a leadership challenge.

In this episode of The Missing Piece, April Reed sits down with Jason Stradley, a four-time Chief Information Security Officer and current CISO at Gift of Hope Organ & Tissue Donor Network.

Jason shares his unconventional path into cybersecurity, the lessons he learned through failure, and why the strongest security programs are built on people, process, and operational awareness—not just tools.

Drawing on experience across consulting, startups, and healthcare nonprofits, Jason explains how leaders can turn cyber risk into action, align security with business priorities, and build resilient programs that support critical healthcare operations.

In this episode:
• Jason’s journey to becoming a CISO
• Cybersecurity leadership in healthcare
• The importance of process over technology
• Cyber risk, patient safety, and operations
• AI, phishing, and emerging threats
• Building a strong security culture
• Communicating risk to leadership

Who should listen:
Healthcare executives, board members, CIOs, CISOs, IT leaders, risk and compliance professionals, and anyone interested in healthcare cybersecurity and innovation.

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On this episode of The Missing Piece, host April Reed sits down with Dr. Chantal Gil, licensed psychologist, Assistant Professor at Duke University School of Medicine, and Clinical Director of the Duke Center for Eating Disorders, for a powerful conversation about healing, identity, and the future of mental health care. 

Dr. Gil shares her journey into eating disorder treatment, her work supporting adolescents and adults, and why there is no one-size-fits-all approach to recovery. She breaks down how evidence-based therapies like CBT-E, multidisciplinary care teams, and relational trust form the foundation of effective treatment — not just symptom management. 

The conversation also explores one of today’s most pressing questions: Can AI replace therapy? 

Dr. Gil offers a nuanced, honest perspective on how AI can sometimes help people take a first step toward care — while also explaining why true healing still requires human connection, presence, and collaboration. 

If you or someone you love is navigating an eating disorder, mental health challenges, or feeling unsure where to begin, this episode offers clarity, compassion, and real resources to help you take that next step. 

Topics covered: 

• Eating disorder recovery & holistic treatment 

• Why multidisciplinary care saves lives 

• AI in mental health: benefits vs. risks 

• Identity, isolation, and healing 

• How to find help (even if you’re not near Duke) 

Resources mentioned:  National Eating Disorders Association (NEDA): ⁠https://www.nationaleatingdisorders.org⁠

You are not alone — and help is closer than you think. 

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