Becker's Healthcare Podcast Episodes

In this episode, Rob Sumter, PhD, FACHE, President, Saint Joseph Hospital; Executive Vice President and Market Chief Operating Officer, Ascension, discusses how disciplined execution, investing in people, and thoughtfully applying AI are driving long-term sustainability. He also shares why staying…

In this episode, Dr. Stanley Crittenden, Chief Medical Officer at Cigna Healthcare, discusses how AI-powered analytics and personalized care management are helping identify health risks earlier, improve outcomes and simplify healthcare navigation. He shares how Cigna is using technology to…

In this episode, Sarah Adkins, director of public policy with the Elevance Health Public Policy Institute, discusses research showing lower telehealth utilization among rural populations and the barriers driving the gap. She shares strategies for payers and healthcare leaders to…

In this episode, Mike Lewis, CFO, Onvida Medical Group, discusses how his organization is measuring the financial and clinical impact of AI, including a 14% increase in patient-facing time, 35% documentation time savings and improved revenue yield. He also shares…

In this episode, Joe Feldsien, Senior Vice President of Integrated Care at PDS Health, discusses the growing role of oral health in whole-person care, including advances in salivary diagnostics, CBCT technology and the mouth-body connection. He also shares leadership insights…

In this episode, Surendra Khera, MD, MSc, President, Cleveland Clinic Florida Accountable Care Organization; Vice Chief, Primary Care Institute, Florida Market, Cleveland Clinic, discusses how expanding access, redesigning primary care, and embracing AI are improving patient outcomes and clinician well-being.…

In this episode, Larry Lacefield, Force Master Chief (Ret.), U.S. Navy and Healthcare Executive, shares how lessons from military leadership have shaped his approach to healthcare, discusses using AI and technology to improve access and patient experience, and explains why…

In this episode, Katie Catlender, Chief Operating Officer at Point32Health, discusses the organization’s push to consolidate legacy digital platforms, reduce administrative costs and create a simpler experience for members and providers. She also shares how Point32Health is using AI responsibly…

In this episode, Thomas Lynch, MD, President and Chief Executive Officer of Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center, joins the podcast to discuss expanding outpatient capacity to meet growing demand for cancer care while improving access and the patient experience. He also…

In this episode, Dr. Greg Rosencrance, President and Chief Executive Officer at WVU Medicine Thomas Hospitals, discusses the organization’s focus on financial stability, service line growth and delivering accessible, high-quality care close to home. He shares how Thomas Hospitals is…