In this episode, Alan Condon, Editor in Chief at Becker’s Healthcare, breaks down Prime Healthcare Foundation’s acquisition of Central Maine Healthcare and explores how major systems like Ascension and CommonSpirit Health are stabilizing finances, reshaping portfolios, and pursuing strategic growth.
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Expanding Behavioral Health and Strengthening Pediatric Care at Dayton Children's with Ben Goodstein
In this episode, Ben Goodstein, Vice President and Chief Ambulatory Officer at Dayton Children’s Hospital, shares insights on the new $180 million behavioral health hospital, strategies for workforce recruitment and retention, and efforts to expand access to pediatric and primary…
In this episode, Tom Vasko, Chief Executive Officer of Newman Memorial Hospital, shares how his organization is strengthening rural healthcare through workforce investment, telehealth expansion, and regional partnerships. He discusses keeping care local, aligning culture with strategy, and building a…
In this episode, Anna Tempesta Noonan, BSN, MS, RN, President and Chief Operating Officer of Central Vermont Medical Center at the University of Vermont Health Network, shares insights on the realities of rural healthcare delivery, workforce pipelines, and hospital sustainability.…
In this episode, Dr. Eric Cioe-Peña, Vice President of Global Health at Northwell Health, discusses building a systemwide approach to global health, balancing clinical practice with executive leadership, and advancing health system strengthening worldwide. He also shares insights from the…
In this episode, Emily Moorhead, President of the Macomb Market at Henry Ford Health, shares how she is leading operational and workforce stabilization amid rapid growth and industry headwinds. She discusses financial sustainability, staff engagement, patient safety, and making disciplined…
In this episode, Melanie Fernando, President and CEO of Aetna Better Health of Illinois, discusses launching a virtual menopause partnership to close gaps in Medicaid women’s health, improve member engagement, and drive better outcomes through tailored, community based solutions.
In this episode, Sadie Durham, DNP, RN, Chief Nursing Officer at Ascension St. Vincent’s Clay County in Middleburg, Fla., shares how refocusing on bedside shift reporting and hourly rounding led to a 40 point increase in net promoter score. She…
In this episode, Praneetha Elugunti of Mayo Clinic explores how health care leaders can balance innovation with human-centered care. She shares insights on leveraging AI responsibly, investing in workforce development, and creating connected, personalized care experiences across physical, digital, and…
In this episode, Dr. Michael Weiss, Vice President of Population Health at Rady Children’s Health, shares how his team is shifting pediatric care from reactive treatment to proactive prevention. He discusses value-based care, advanced primary care models, and strategies to…