The 229 Podcast

Townhall: Bringing Innovation to Rural Healthcare with Dr. William Morgan


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August 19, 2025: Dr. William Morgan, MD, CEO at Copiah County Medical Center, discusses his unexpected four-year transformation of CCMC, a rural Mississippi hospital that's now pioneering AI-driven healthcare solutions. William discusses how partnerships with companies like Neteera have enabled everything from AI fall prevention to real-time patient monitoring, fundamentally changing how rural communities access specialist care. How do you balance cutting-edge technology with the human connection that patients need most? The conversation explores practical strategies for rural healthcare leaders facing resource constraints and potential funding cuts.
Key Points:
  • 03:13 Technological Advancements in Rural Healthcare
  • 05:31 Real-Life Impact Stories
  • 07:37 Expanding Capabilities and Future Vision
  • 11:15 Advice for Rural Health Leaders
  • 13:56 Cultural Transformation and Conclusion

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