In this episode of the Becker's Healthcare Podcast, Joseph Izzo, MD, Chief Medical Information Officer at San Joaquin General Hospital, shares his journey from computer science to medicine and discusses the pivotal role of AI in reducing administrative burdens, improving clinical workflows, and fostering innovation in healthcare.

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In this episode of the Becker's Healthcare Podcast, Erika Spicer Mason hosts a dynamic conversation on the evolving role of healthcare data. Joined by Kathryn Spates, JD, ACNP-BC, of The Joint Commission and Jodi Daniel, JD, MPH, of Crowell Health Solutions, they explore the secondary uses of healthcare data, the importance of responsible practices, and The Joint Commission’s groundbreaking Responsible Use of Health Data™ Certification. You can learn more about the Responsible Use of Health Data Certification here. This episode is sponsored by The Joint Commission.  

In this episode, Laura Dyrda is joined by Dr. Philip Payne, inaugural Chief Health AI Officer at Washington University Medicine, and Deborah O'Dell, Chief Data and Analytics Officer at BJC Health System. They discuss the groundbreaking Center for Health AI, the collaboration driving innovation in patient care and operations, and how AI is transforming healthcare training, employee experience, and precision medicine.

In this episode, Veena Lingam, Associate Chief Medical Information Officer at Moffitt Cancer Center, discusses her transition into the role and the organization’s strong focus on investing in both informatics solutions and personnel. She shares her excitement about developing a clinical informatics fellowship program and the challenges of building a talent pipeline for this critical, yet often overlooked, healthcare role.

In this episode, Dr. Mark Mabus, Chief Medical Informatics Officer and VP of EHR at Parkview Health, shares his expertise on leveraging AI to enhance provider efficiency, improve patient outcomes, and streamline clinical workflows. He also discusses the importance of effective data integration, bridging gaps between IT and clinical teams, and staying ahead in the rapidly evolving landscape of healthcare technology.

This episode, recorded live at the Becker’s Healthcare 9th Annual Health IT + Digital Health + RCM Annual Meeting, features Dr. Srinivasan Suresh, Vice President and CMIO at UPMC Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh. Dr. Suresh discusses the transformative potential of generative AI in reducing clinician burden, enhancing pediatric patient engagement, and advancing clinical data integration. He also shares actionable advice for healthcare leaders and emphasizes the critical role of execution in driving technological innovation.

This episode, recorded live at the Becker’s Healthcare 9th Annual Health IT + Digital Health + RCM Annual Meeting: The Future of Business and Clinical Technologies, features Dr. Afroz Hafeez, Manager of Telemedicine at Rush University Medical Center. Here, he discusses the integration of a chatbot as a clinical symptom checker, enhancing patient access to care and initial assessments. Dr. Hafeez also emphasizes the importance of balancing technological advancements with a hands-on approach to healthcare, ensuring personalized and effective patient care.

This episode, recorded live at the Becker’s Healthcare 9th Annual Health IT + Digital Health + RCM Annual Meeting: The Future of Business and Clinical Technologies, features Jasmine Bishop, Managing Director at MedStar Telehealth Innovation Center. Here, she explores the transformative impact of video-based consultations on urgent and outpatient care delivery. Bishop also delves into strategies for funding innovation to empower the next generation of telehealth advancements.

This episode, recorded live at the Becker’s Healthcare 9th Annual Health IT + Digital Health + RCM Annual Meeting: The Future of Business and Clinical Technologies, features Louis Jeansonne, Chief Medical Information Officer at Ochsner Health. Here, he discusses how innovative technologies are reducing administrative burdens, freeing up healthcare professionals to focus more on patient care. Jeansonne also shares strategies for healthcare organizations to better support their IT teams, ensuring the seamless integration of technology into clinical workflows.

This episode, recorded live at the Becker’s Healthcare 9th Annual Health IT + Digital Health + RCM Annual Meeting: The Future of Business and Clinical Technologies, features Michael Hasselberg, Chief Digital Health Officer at UR Medicine. Here, he delves into the transformative potential of generative AI foundation models and the critical role of robust data governance processes. Hasselberg also shares how UR Medicine is approaching innovation in unique and impactful ways, setting a new standard for digital health.

This episode, recorded live at the Becker’s Healthcare 9th Annual Health IT + Digital Health + RCM Annual Meeting: The Future of Business and Clinical Technologies, features Omkar Kulkarni, VP and Chief Transformation & Innovation Officer at Children’s Hospital Los Angeles. Here, he explores how AI has revolutionized time management for healthcare professionals, allowing them to concentrate on their specialties. Kulkarni also highlights how data analysis and AI have driven significant improvements in quality and safety outcomes, advancing patient care.

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This episode, recorded live at the Becker’s Healthcare 9th Annual Health IT + Digital Health + RCM Annual Meeting: The Future of Business and Clinical Technologies, features Dr. George Cybulski, Clinical AI Leader at Humboldt Park Health. Here, he discusses how AI is streamlining the patient referral system and enhancing medical records to improve care coordination. Dr. Cybulski also shares insights on evaluating which technologies are worthwhile investments and dives into the key themes of his book, “Can We Manage to Save Healthcare?”

This episode, recorded live at the Becker’s Healthcare 9th Annual Health IT + Digital Health + RCM Annual Meeting: The Future of Business and Clinical Technologies, features Jon Senkler, Regional CMIO at UnityPoint Health. Here, he discusses how AI is transforming healthcare by allowing workers to focus more on patient care and improving the overall patient experience. Senkler also highlights the importance of building a strong team with clear communication and staying ahead of advancements in technology to drive innovation and excellence in healthcare.

This episode, recorded live at Becker’s Healthcare 9th Annual Health IT + Digital Health + RCM Annual Meeting, features Shelly Nash, Senior Vice President and Global Chief Medical Information Officer at Fresenius Medical Care. Shelly discusses the role of AI in reducing administrative burdens, the integration of clinical data to improve patient outcomes, and the importance of collaboration and thoughtful innovation in healthcare technology advancements.

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This episode, recorded live at the Becker’s Healthcare 9th Annual Health IT + Digital Health + RCM Annual Meeting, features Anil Saldanha, Chief Innovation Officer at Rush University System for Health. Here, he discusses how AI technologies like scribing and conversational AI are enhancing healthcare delivery, the importance of data integration tools like Epic and FHIR, and the need for collaboration and openness to innovation as healthcare systems navigate future advancements.

This episode, recorded live at Becker’s Healthcare 9th Annual Health IT + Digital Health + RCM Annual Meeting, features Garrett Olin, CIO of Shasta Community Health Center. Olin discusses leveraging AI and technology to improve healthcare access and outcomes for underserved populations, highlighting innovative solutions like native language outreach, street medicine programs, and AI-assisted health record summarization. He also shares insights on managing limited resources, supporting IT teams, and fostering creativity in FQHC settings.

This episode, recorded live at Becker’s Healthcare 9th Annual Health IT + Digital Health + RCM Annual Meeting, features Dr. J. Scott Smitherman, Associate Vice President and CMIO at Providence Clinical Network. Dr. Smitherman discusses the transformative potential of AI in healthcare, focusing on tools like ambient documentation, clinical decision support, and inbasket message management to reduce physician burnout and improve patient outcomes. He also shares advice for healthcare leaders navigating innovation and technology adoption in complex care settings.