The Seamless Connection

Join us this week as we welcome Bradd Busick, Senior Vice President & Chief Information Officer at MultiCare Health System

What you'll get from this episode:

• Bradd's journey into healthcare and his experiences during the COVID-19 pandemic.
• The transformative role of IT in healthcare: automation, streamlining, and communication.
• Deep dive into the evolution and potential of telehealth.
• Heartfelt moments that reshaped perspectives on virtual healthcare.
• The future of telehealth: from remote patient monitoring to drone deliveries.
• Challenges in funding and backing for telehealth innovations.
• A look ahead to 2024: visions of automation and enhanced user experience.

“AmplifyMD immediately connects medical facilities to a large network of physicians in all of the most essential specialties, including Neurology, Cardiology, Infectious Disease, Pulmonology and Heme/Onc.” Their mission is access, by becoming the definitive specialty care platform that connects every medical facility to the specialty care they need to improve patient outcomes. - https://amplifymd.com/

Learn more about Bradd: https://www.linkedin.com/in/bbusick/
And for more on Multicare: https://www.multicare.org/

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Join us this week as we welcome Doug Vanderslice, EVP of Enterprise Services & System CFO, Boston Children's Hospital

What you'll get from this episode:

• Doug's inspiring journey in healthcare.
• Distinctive attributes of children's hospitals vs. regular hospitals.
• The surge of virtual care in the post-pandemic era.
• Tech challenges and the transition to Epic.

“AmplifyMD immediately connects medical facilities to a large network of physicians in all of the most essential specialties, including Neurology, Cardiology, Infectious Disease, Pulmonology and Heme/Onc.” Their mission is access, by becoming the definitive specialty care platform that connects every medical facility to the specialty care they need to improve patient outcomes. - https://amplifymd.com/

Learn more about Doug: https://www.linkedin.com/in/doug-vanderslice-83b7532b/

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Join us this week as we welcome Dr. Cheryl Clark, Senior Vice President of the Mass League of Community Health Centers Institute for Health Equity Research, Evaluation, and Policy

• Health equity: Moving towards tangible outcomes.
• Dr. Cheryl Clark champions community health centers as vital to healthcare transformation.
• Emancipatory research: Grounding scientific exploration in community needs.
• OurHealthStories.org: A nexus for community narratives to drive policy change.
• Future of healthcare: Equity, inclusivity & collaborative change at the forefront.

“AmplifyMD immediately connects medical facilities to a large network of physicians in all of the most essential specialties, including Neurology, Cardiology, Infectious Disease, Pulmonology and Heme/Onc.” Their mission is access, by becoming the definitive specialty care platform that connects every medical facility to the specialty care they need to improve patient outcomes. - https://amplifymd.com/

Learn more about Dr. Clark: https://www.linkedin.com/in/cheryl-clark-a1181b9/

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Join us this week as we welcome Ann Mond Johnson, CEO of the American Telemedicine Association

- Anne Mond Johnson is the CEO of the American Telemedicine Association (ATA), which aims to make telehealth a regular modality of healthcare.
- The ATA has been pivotal in advocating for federal waivers to extend telehealth services during the COVID-19 pandemic.
- Before the pandemic, various regulations and limitations restricted telehealth adoption.
- The ATA focuses on turning temporary waivers into permanent changes.
- Telehealth can play a role in addressing healthcare disparities by reaching underserved communities.
- Building trust with local communities is crucial for the successful adoption of telehealth services.

“AmplifyMD immediately connects medical facilities to a large network of physicians in all of the most essential specialties, including Neurology, Cardiology, Infectious Disease, Pulmonology and Heme/Onc.” Their mission is access, by becoming the definitive specialty care platform that connects every medical facility to the specialty care they need to improve patient outcomes. - https://amplifymd.com/

Learn more about The ATA: https://www.americantelemed.org/

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Join us this week as we welcome RD Williams CEO and Dakota Redd Chief Nursing Officer, of Hendry Regional Medical Center

• How can to ensure patients receive adequate care for doctor’s visits, especially if they lack extensive medical knowledge. 
• Healthcare rights and what quality care looks like
• Optimizing Doctor’s Appointments: Strategies for patients to manage their anxiety, how they can prepare for a doctor’s visit, and how they can ensure all their questions are satisfactorily addressed.
• A patient’s active involvement in their treatment can influence a physician’s approach to their care.
• Future initiatives at Jackson Health System, including plans to integrate best practices, academic resources, and how these measures elevate patient care despite existing challenges in the healthcare environment.

“AmplifyMD immediately connects medical facilities to a large network of physicians in all of the most essential specialties, including Neurology, Cardiology, Infectious Disease, Pulmonology and Heme/Onc.” Their mission is access, by becoming the definitive specialty care platform that connects every medical facility to the specialty care they need to improve patient outcomes. - https://amplifymd.com/

Learn more about Hendry Regional Medical Center: https://www.hrmc.us/

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Join us this week as we welcome Dr. Amy Patel, Medical Director of The Breast Care Center at Liberty Hospital

In this captivating episode, join Meena Mallipeddi of AmplifyMD in an in-depth conversation with Dr. Amy Patel, a pioneering figure in AI-assisted healthcare. They discuss the pressing issues of data security and intellectual property in AI, and delve into the transformative role of AI in early cancer detection. Learn about the importance of understanding hospital system cultures and the pivotal role of supportive leadership in integrating AI into healthcare practices. Hear a riveting real-life case where AI was instrumental in cancer detection and diagnosis. Tune in to explore the promise, challenges, and future of AI in healthcare, all in one enlightening discussion.

“AmplifyMD immediately connects medical facilities to a large network of physicians in all of the most essential specialties, including Neurology, Cardiology, Infectious Disease, Pulmonology and Heme/Onc.” Their mission is access, by becoming the definitive specialty care platform that connects every medical facility to the specialty care they need to improve patient outcomes. - https://amplifymd.com/

Learn more about The Breast Care Center at Liberty Hospital: https://www.libertyhospital.org/services/breast/

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Join us this week as we welcome Dr. O’Neil J. Pyke, Chief Medical Officer, Jackson North Medical Center

- How can to ensure patients receive adequate care for doctor’s visits, especially if they lack extensive medical knowledge. 
- Healthcare rights and what quality care looks like
- Optimizing Doctor’s Appointments: Strategies for patients to manage their anxiety, how they can prepare for a doctor’s visit, and how they can ensure all their questions are satisfactorily addressed.
- A patient’s active involvement in their treatment can influence a physician’s approach to their care.
- Future initiatives at Jackson Health System, including plans to integrate best practices, academic resources, and how these measures elevate patient care despite existing challenges in the healthcare environment.

“AmplifyMD immediately connects medical facilities to a large network of physicians in all of the most essential specialties, including Neurology, Cardiology, Infectious Disease, Pulmonology and Heme/Onc.” Their mission is access, by becoming the definitive specialty care platform that connects every medical facility to the specialty care they need to improve patient outcomes. - https://amplifymd.com/

Learn more about Jackson Health System: https://jacksonhealth.org/

Follow The Seamless Connection: https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-seamless-connection

Join us this week as we welcome Dr. Raghu Adiga, CEO of Liberty Hospital! 🏥

He will share his incredible journey from practicing clinician to CEO of a hospital; you'll also gain insights into his experience adapting to change as an immigrant and how that reflects in his career.

Get ready to explore the challenges faced by hospital CEOs during the COVID-19 pandemic and learn the keys to successful change management, communication, and collaboration in hospital leadership.

Don't miss this episode presented by AmplifyMD! Tune in to unlock invaluable takeaways for your own leadership journey. 🎙️

This episode is presented by AmplifyMD

“AmplifyMD immediately connects medical facilities to a large network of physicians in all of the most essential specialties, including Neurology, Cardiology, Infectious Disease, Pulmonology and Heme/Onc.” Their mission is access, by becoming the definitive specialty care platform that connects every medical facility to the specialty care they need to improve patient outcomes. - https://amplifymd.com/

To learn more about Liberty Hospital please use the links below:

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This week, we are joined by Chris Hogg, Co-Founder and CEO of Marley Medical.

What you'll get out of this episode:

• Hogg's background
• How did you come up with the care model for Marley Medical, specifically for complex patients with chronic conditions?
• Have you found the payers receptive to something like this, or are they waiting to see if it works?
• What are the downstream impacts on both costs and clinical outcomes that you're seeing or starting to see with the patients you're managing?
• What advice he would give to someone looking to develop a new care model and work with payers?
• How can entrepreneurs figure out what payers care about and are willing to contract for?
• How does the Marley platform use data to inform decision-making and improve efficiency?

And more!

This episode is presented by AmplifyMD

“AmplifyMD immediately connects medical facilities to a large network of physicians in all of the most essential specialties, including Neurology, Cardiology, Infectious Disease, Pulmonology and Heme/Onc.” Their mission is access, by becoming the definitive specialty care platform that connects every medical facility to the specialty care they need to improve patient outcomes. - https://amplifymd.com/

To learn more about Marley Medical please use the links below:

- Website - LinkedIn

Also, be sure to follow The Seamless Connection:
- Linkedin - Youtube

The Seamless Connection is part of the Slice of Healthcare podcast network:

- Website - LinkedIn - Twitter - YouTube - Newsletter

This week, we are joined by Brendan McNamara, CEO of Telemedicine at Sound Physicians

What you'll get out of this episode:

• McNamara's background, both educational and professional?
• What brought him into healthcare after business school?
• What has he seen from before the pandemic to now in terms of the acceptance and penetration of telemedicine?
• How did his previous role at Anthem bring you to Sound and telemedicine?
• Can you describe the post-acute setting, including the technological perspective, staff perspective, and financial resources?
• How has he been able to address the different aspects of the post-acute setting in your work?
• How do you think about all the factors coming together in the post-acute setting to hold back care?
• What are the challenges faced by skilled nursing facilities and home health providers in providing higher levels of care?
• What is the role of physicians in post-acute care and the lack of physician oversight?
• How can adding engaged physicians in a cost-effective way improve quality in post-acute care?

This episode is presented by AmplifyMD

“AmplifyMD immediately connects medical facilities to a large network of physicians in all of the most essential specialties, including Neurology, Cardiology, Infectious Disease, Pulmonology and Heme/Onc.” Their mission is access, by becoming the definitive specialty care platform that connects every medical facility to the specialty care they need to improve patient outcomes. - https://amplifymd.com/

To learn more about Sound Physicians please use the links below:

- Website - LinkedIn

Also, be sure to follow The Seamless Connection:
- Linkedin - Youtube

The Seamless Connection is part of the Slice of Healthcare podcast network:

- Website - LinkedIn - Twitter - YouTube - Newsletter