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Beyond biopsy: Duke and Cleveland Clinic leaders on the next phase of prostate cancer care

Fusion-guided biopsy helped transform prostate cancer diagnosis and gave clinicians a more precise way to target MRI-identified lesions. Now image guidance is entering its next chapter — expanding beyond biopsy to shape how targeted, minimally invasive interventions are planned and…

Oct 7, 2026 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM CDT

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Rajan T. Gupta, MD, Professor of Radiology & Urology; Vice Chair, Clinical Affairs; Director of Imaging, Duke Cancer Institute Center for Prostate & Urologic Cancers, Duke University Medical Center
Dr. Srinivas Vourganti, MD, Urologic Oncologist, Director of Image Guided Focal Therapy, Robotic and Minimally Invasive Surgery, Cleveland Clinic, Glickman Urological & Kidney Institute
Kevin Coady, National Business Leader, Precision Diagnosis Solutions, Philips
Paavo Immonen, Category Leader, Disease Management Solutions, Philips

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Reducing Friction and Aligning Physicians Around Better Care with Dr. Peggy Duggan

In this episode, Peggy Duggan, MD – EVP, Chief Physician Executive and Chief Medical Officer, Tampa General Hospital, discusses addressing physician burnout by reducing administrative friction, using ambient AI and creating space for physicians to lead improvement efforts. She also…

6 cancer leaders name their toughest role to fill

Workforce shortages remain one of the most persistent operational challenges facing health systems competing for a shrinking pool of specialty-trained physicians, nurses and healthcare professionals. Nearly half of executives say staff shortages have reduced their capacity to serve patients, and…

HCA eliminating 'small percentage' of positions across corporate and support functions

Nashville, Tenn.-based HCA Healthcare has eliminated a “small percentage” of positions across its corporate office and support functions, a spokesperson for the publicly traded for-profit system confirmed to Becker’s Sept. 2. The spokesperson did not specify the exact number of…

The Rise of ICHRA: Flexibility, Choice and the Future of Health Benefits with Hunter Foster

In this episode, Hunter Foster, VP, Agency Operations and Strategy, benefitbay, explores the growing adoption of ICHRA and defined contribution models, including the demand for flexibility, predictability and employee choice. He also discusses successful implementation, broker adoption, AI’s evolving role…

Shannon Cameron on AI, Analytics and the Future of Revenue Cycle Leadership

In this episode, Shannon Cameron, MBA, MHIIM, CPC, Chief Operating Officer, Anesthesia Financial Solutions, LLC, discusses how AI, automation and advanced analytics are reshaping revenue cycle operations, from denials and prior authorization to reimbursement and payment accuracy. She also shares…

Shannon Cameron on AI, Analytics and the Future of Revenue Cycle Leadership

In this episode, Shannon Cameron, MBA, MHIIM, CPC, Chief Operating Officer, Anesthesia Financial Solutions, LLC, discusses how AI, automation and advanced analytics are reshaping revenue cycle operations, from denials and prior authorization to reimbursement and payment accuracy. She also shares…

Mount Sinai, EmblemHealth reach resolution over new patients with government-backed coverage

New York City-based Mount Sinai Health System and EmblemHealth have come to an agreement that allows continued access for new patients with some government-backed coverage. “Based on recent productive discussions with EmblemHealth, we have decided to reopen our panels to…

What two critical access hospitals learned about EHR optimization after go-live

Healthcare organizations commit significant resources to EHR implementation, then find they cannot sustain improvement once the project team disbands. The system goes live, the consultants leave and optimization becomes whatever individual departments can push through on their own. The consequences…

Oct 28, 2026 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM CDT

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Erin Chytka, Chief Ancillary Officer, Cozad Community Hospital
Sydney Wemple RN, BSN, CEN, Nursing Administration Coordinator, Clinical Informatics

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The Truth Is in the Data: Myths, Realities and What’s Next for Out-of-Network Payment Disputes

Out-of-network payment disputes under the No Surprises Act are often framed through a handful of statistics: dispute volume, eligibility, outcomes and program cost. Yet the conclusions drawn from those figures depend on how the data is defined, categorized and interpreted.…

Oct 1, 2026 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM CDT

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Alla LaRoque, CEO, HaloMD
Megan Rausch, Chief Operating Officer, HaloMD
Patrick Velliky, Chief External Affairs Officer, HaloMD

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