Becker's Healthcare Podcast Episodes

In this episode, Editor-in-Chief Alan Condon joins Scott Becker to discuss the latest hospital financial trends, Prime Healthcare’s acquisition of eight Ascension hospitals, and UnitedHealthcare’s plan to reduce prior authorization requirements.

In this episode, Scott Becker speaks with Dr. Joseph Cacchione, CEO of Jefferson Health and Thomas Jefferson University. Dr. Cacchione discusses the system’s growth, the challenges facing healthcare—including reimbursement cuts and financial headwinds—and the importance of integrating care delivery with…

In this episode, Matt Chance, FACHE, Senior Vice President and Chief Operating Officer at Scottish Rite for Children, shares insights into the hospital’s century-long legacy of pediatric orthopedic care, its national recognition, and future-focused strategies, including AI integration and expansion…

Dr. Peter Semczuk, Regional Senior Vice President for Montefiore in New York City, discusses the importance of making healthcare more convenient for consumers, including expanding access to mental health facilities. He also highlights the need for greater investment in youth…

In this episode, Gail Vozzella, Senior Vice President & System Chief Nurse Executive at Houston Methodist, discusses innovative strategies for unburdening nurses, the evolution of virtual nursing, and the critical role of preceptors in workforce development.

In this episode, Scott Becker covers five key healthcare stories, including Mayo Clinic’s $1.9 billion expansion in Arizona, Ohio Health’s $1 billion project, a $52 million window replacement at a children's hospital, Sutter Health’s antitrust settlement, and Mount Sinai Beth…

This episode, recorded live at the Becker’s Healthcare 12th Annual CEO + CFO Roundtable, features Nick Olson, Executive Vice President, Chief Financial Officer at Sanford Health. Nick discusses Sanford Health’s commitment to being the premier rural healthcare provider, the transformative…

In this episode, Dr. Maulik Purohit, Chief Health Innovation Officer at datosX Digital Health Labs, discusses the financial pressures facing health systems today. He explores the impact of shrinking margins on digital transformation, patient care, and innovation, while addressing critical…

In this episode, Dr. Tipu Puri, Chief Medical Officer at University of Chicago Medical Center, discusses the evolving landscape of healthcare leadership, challenges in staffing, and the growing need for efficiency in patient care. He also shares insights on physician…

In this episode, Dr. Sunny Eappen, CEO of the University of Vermont Health Network, discusses the unique challenges of delivering healthcare in a rural setting, from workforce shortages to rising costs and an aging population. He also shares insights on…