Becker's Healthcare Podcast Episodes

Dr. Michael Swords, a leader in the trauma program for University of Michigan Health-Sparrow, discusses the growing trend of foot and ankle procedures shifting to outpatient settings. He shares his insights on how this impacts practices, the overall market, and…

In today's episode, we explore the ever-evolving landscape of patient financial experiences. We're joined by Matilda Pahides, Vice President and Healthcare Industry Leader at CareCredit, to discuss the changing patient-provider dynamic, the role of financing in healthcare, and strategies to…

In this episode, Amber Walsh, a seasoned expert in healthcare and private equity, provides a concise history of surgery centers, exploring their impact on hospitals, health systems, and the investment landscape. She also discusses current trends, challenges, and the role…

This podcast discusses the increasing challenges faced by healthcare organizations in providing cancer care due to rising patient numbers and complex treatment needs. Panelists share their experiences and strategies for addressing these challenges, including leveraging technology, expanding access to care,…

In this episode, Olesea Azevedo, Chief People Officer and Chief Administrative Officer at AdventHealth, shares insights on balancing her dual roles, the critical need for healthcare talent, and how AdventHealth is pioneering innovative approaches to address workforce challenges, including AI…

In this episode, Colleen Blackburn, Director of Cardiovascular Service Line at OSF Healthcare, discusses the evolving challenges in cardiology post-COVID. She shares insights on integrating AI, managing growing patient volumes, and making strategic decisions for expanding cardiovascular services while maintaining…

In this episode, Scott Becker and Alan Condon, Editor-in-Chief at Becker's Healthcare, explore the ongoing challenges facing nonprofit health systems, including high labor costs and inflation. They discuss why some systems are outperforming others and highlight key market expansions by…

  Join Jakob Emerson as he converses with Dr. Matthew Hurford, President and CEO of Community Care Behavioral Health Organization (part of UPMC Health Plan) and Dr. Michael Lynch, Senior Medical Director, Quality and Substance Use Disorder Services at UPMC…

This episode explores how the patient-provider relationship has evolved and the impact on both patients and staff with Cathy McDowell, President and CEO of KZA. The conversation dives into the role of financing in healthcare decisions and how the industry…

In this episode, Robert E. Andrews, CEO of the Health Transformation Alliance and former U.S. Congressman, shares his reflections on the Affordable Care Act, the evolving role of Medicare Advantage, and the current power dynamics in the healthcare system. Discover…