Becker's Healthcare Podcast Episodes

In this episode, Jamie Wiggins, Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer of Arkansas Children’s, discusses record patient growth driven by streamlined access, a multi year expansion including the National Center for Opioid Research and Clinical Effectiveness, and a five…

In this episode, Melinda Hancock, CFO of Sentara Health, shares how the system is uniting care delivery and health plan operations to improve patient experiences. She discusses redesigning processes, enhancing financial leadership, and leveraging technology to make care more seamless,…

In this episode, Jakob Emerson, Associate News Director at Becker’s Healthcare, breaks down limited federal direction following the State of the Union, a potential drop in ACA exchange enrollment, Medicare Advantage surpassing 55 percent penetration, and how insurers and health…

In this episode, Shawn Griffin, MD, President and CEO of URAC, discusses how voluntary accreditation is creating national guardrails for healthcare AI, helping organizations evaluate risk, strengthen oversight of developers and users, and build trust as innovation outpaces regulation. This…

In this episode, Anjalee Galion, MD, President of the Medical Staff and Chief Physician Wellness Officer at Rady Children’s Health of Orange County, shares how clinician led wellness initiatives, leadership development, and culture building are reducing burnout, strengthening alignment, and…

In this episode, Stacey-Ann Okoth, Chief Nursing Executive Officer at CommonSpirit Health Mountain Division, discusses strengthening workplace safety, enhancing patient experience, and addressing economic and workforce challenges. She shares strategies for nurse retention, rural care access, and innovative programs that…

In this episode, Leon Clark, Chief Academic Affairs Officer at Sutter Health, discusses how strategic growth of the system’s graduate medical education programs, strong academic partnerships, and a focus on team based, technology enabled care are helping train and retain…

In this episode, Malisha Patel, Senior Vice President and Chief Executive Officer of Memorial Hermann Southwest and Sugar Land Hospitals, joins the podcast to discuss how major industry changes are reshaping healthcare delivery. She shares strategies for optimizing workflow, adapting…

In this episode, Jim Molloy, Executive Vice President, CFO and Treasurer of Ochsner Health, shares how fresh perspective, disciplined integration, and a focus on access and experience are shaping his 2026 strategy. He discusses navigating government reimbursement pressures, driving efficiency…

In this episode, Patrick Velliky, Chief External Affairs Officer at HaloMD, breaks down the latest trends in health care policy, payer consolidation, and the No Surprises Act. He explains how providers can navigate reimbursement challenges, reduce administrative burdens, and focus…