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Everyone, from top leadership to the frontline, has a role in safeguarding against cyber threats.In this episode, Peter Naumovski, the Global CISO and VP of IT Risk Management at AbbVie, and  Teresa Tonthat, Vice President and Associate Chief Information Officer at Texas Children's Hospital, emphasize the critical role of maintaining good cyber hygiene. Peter explains how simple measures like enabling multi-factor authentication, effective vulnerability management, and promptly addressing identified risks can prevent many potential breaches. Teresa discusses the persistent cyber threats targeting the healthcare industry and shares insights into Texas Children’s robust risk evaluation process and their inspiring mission to expand healthcare access. Throughout this eye-opening conversation, both guests highlight the necessity of cultivating a proactive security culture. Stay tuned for a deep dive into the strategies and mindsets that keep these leaders ahead in cybersecurity!Note: What is discussed by Peter Naumovski are his personal views and not the views of AbbVie. Resources:  Connect and follow Teresa Tonthat on LinkedIn. Learn more about Texas Children's Hospital on their LinkedIn and website. Connect and follow Peter Naumovski on LinkedIn. Learn more about AbbVie on their LinkedIn and website. Explore insights, emerging threats, and their potential impact in Deloitte’s Annual CyberThreat Trends Report Here. 

Early intervention and a measurement-based approach are crucial to effectively addressing the mental health challenges faced by children and families.In this episode, Naomi Allen, CEO and co-founder of Brightline, talks about how she founded the company to improve behavioral healthcare for children, teens, and families. Founded in 2019, Brightline offers a virtual platform with digital interventions, coaching, therapy, and psychiatry, addressing issues like autism spectrum signs, anxiety, ADHD, and depression. Naomi explains how their measurement-based approach ensures high-quality care by evaluating outcomes for both children and caregivers, with an emphasis on early intervention. Brightline has formed insurance partnerships, works with over 600 employers, and collaborates with public sector entities like California to expand access to care. Despite challenges in driving awareness, particularly among parents, Naomi emphasizes the importance of early intervention and encourages exploring Brightline's services to support children's mental health.Tune in to discover how Naomi Allen is revolutionizing children's behavioral healthcare through Brightline's innovative, measurement-based virtual platform!Resources: Connect with and follow Naomi Allen on LinkedIn. Follow Brightline on LinkedIn. Explore the Brightline Website.

Charisma is not just about capturing attention.In this episode, Milam Miller, former senior sports leader, now a corporate trainer and founder of Be Confident and Kind, discusses the importance of charisma and human connection in leadership. He explains how charisma is not just about charm but about creating deep, two-way connections, and he introduces simple frameworks to enhance these skills. Milam emphasizes the role of mindfulness and intentionality in leadership, highlighting how small nuances can significantly impact team dynamics and sales effectiveness. He also highlights that small details, like pronouncing names correctly, can make a big difference in building connections and fostering authentic partnerships in business.Tune in and learn how to harness charisma to connect better, lead effectively, and create a positive work environment!Resources:  Connect and follow Milam Miller on LinkedIn. Discover more about Be Confident and Kind on their LinkedIn and website.

Technology revolutionizes maternal mental health by streamlining workflows, analyzing data, and improving care delivery and outcomes.In this episode, Malekeh Amini, Founder & CEO at Trayt.Health and Dr. Nancy Byatt,  Executive Director of Lifeline for Family Center and Lifeline for Moms Program, share their groundbreaking work in maternal mental health, scaling systems-level approaches to improve access to care, and the crucial role of technology in supporting maternal mental health initiatives. They highlight the Perinatal Psychiatry Access Program developed by Dr. Byatt, which has become a model for programs across the nation and aims to increase access to mental health care for pregnant women and new mothers and has had significant success in Massachusetts. Throughout this interview, Malekeh and Nancy delve into the pivotal role of technology in supporting the work of maternal mental health, from streamlining workflows and data collection to providing valuable insights for program improvement and scalability. They also shed light on the progress at the state and federal level to support maternal mental health, including federal funding and policies specifically aimed at addressing maternal mental health and substance use disorders.Tune in and learn from their inspiring journey and urgent call to action for transforming mental healthcare for families.Resources: Connect with and follow Nancy Byatt on LinkedIn. Connect with and follow Malekeh Amini on LinkedIn. Follow Trayt Health on LinkedIn and visit their website. Follow UMass Chan Medical School on LinkedIn and visit their website.

The healthcare industry must embrace technology faster to keep up with the growing and aging population.In this episode, Venkatgiri “Giri” Vandali, President of Healthcare and Life Sciences at Firstsource, discusses the pivotal role of technology in transforming the healthcare industry. He shares his journey from major tech companies to leading healthcare initiatives at Firstsource, focusing on data-driven solutions to enhance efficiency and effectiveness. Giri highlights the importance of addressing late payment interest, which can erode trust and compromise patient care, and explores the rise of telehealth and remote monitoring, accelerated by COVID-19. He also emphasizes the need for innovation and urges healthcare professionals to quickly adopt technology to meet the growing demands of an aging population.Tune in and learn how technology is shaping the future of healthcare, the importance of addressing inefficiencies, and why adaptability is key in the evolving healthcare landscape!Resources:  Connect and follow Venkatgiri Vandali on LinkedIn. Discover more about Firstsource on their LinkedIn and website.

Back by popular demand, this fan-favorite episode is one you won’t want to miss! Whether it's your first time tuning in or you're revisiting this classic, dive in now and enjoy one of our most listened-to episodes!A new generation of healthcare professionals is reshaping the landscape by connecting the dots between dentistry and medicine.In this episode, Hatice Hasturk talks with hosts Jonathan and Mariya about the theories and pathways linking dentistry and medicine, emphasizing the promotion of overall health through improved oral health practices. She emphasizes the need to bridge divisions, prioritize prevention, explore the oral-systemic link, and promote overall well-being with education, innovation, and collaboration.Join us for an eye-opening dialogue on how your oral health can impact your entire body and why it's time to break down the walls between dentistry and medicine.Resources: Connect with and follow Hatice Hasturk on LinkedIn. Follow Forsyth on LinkedIn. Visit the Forsyth Website! Think Oral Health is coming to HLTH. We are partnering with the Health Podcast Network and HLTH to bring you breaking news and updates from one of the largest health and innovation communities. Join us! Use this link to register: https://healthpodcastnetwork.com/hlth-registration and get a special discount on us. (Saves $250) Leave a comment to receive the discount code.

Community and mentorship can empower women to soar to new heights in IT and healthcare.This episode from the S.O.A.R 2024 conference with two amazing guests: Rebecca Woods, Founder, and Fractional Chief Information Officer of Bluebird Tech Solutions and Bluebird Leaders, and Christopher Kunney, CTO at Ask Me Your MD and Managing Partner and Digital Transformation Strategist for EOTECH Consulting. Rebecca shares her journey of becoming a young CIO and the inspiration to create Bluebird Leaders, a community to support women in these fields. Christopher emphasizes the impact of female mentors on his career and expresses his gratitude for being part of the event to give back and support others. Rebecca mentions upcoming opportunities with Bluebird Leaders, including a mentor program, various conferences, and a retreat in Aruba, aiming to foster connections within the community. They also discuss how the SOAR conference focused on personal growth, overcoming fear, and the importance of not being isolated at the top in leadership roles, with plans for future collaborations and connections.Tune in to be part of the SOAR 2024 conference underscoring women's empowerment in IT and healthcare!Resources: Connect with and follow Rebecca Woods on LinkedIn. Follow Bluebird Tech Solutions on LinkedIn and visit their website. Follow Bluebird Leaders on LinkedIn and visit their website. Connect with and follow Christopher Kunney on LinkedIn. Follow Ask Me Your MD on LinkedIn and discover their website. Explore the IOTECH Consulting website. Listen to the Straight Out of Health IT podcast on Apple Music, Spotify, or Amazon Music.

Amid the chaos of the COVID-19 pandemic, Luká Yancopoulos saw an opportunity to revolutionize healthcare procurement and ensure frontline workers had access to life-saving supplies.In this episode, Luká Yancopoulos shares how his startup is reshaping procurement, cutting costs, and empowering medical professionals to focus on patient care. He turned a college project during the COVID-19 pandemic into a $10 million venture, using data-driven solutions to revolutionize healthcare supply chains and make healthcare more affordable and accessible.Tune in as Luká Yancopoulos shares his inspiring journey of tackling global challenges and ensuring critical resources reach those in need!Resources: Connect with and follow Luká Yancopoulos on LinkedIn. Follow Grapevine on LinkedIn and explore their website!

Integrating behavioral health into existing healthcare workflows can improve patient outcomes, especially for those managing chronic diseases.In this episode, Shana Hoffman, president and CEO of Lucet, explains how Lucet uniquely combines technology with behavioral health services, integrating them into existing healthcare workflows. She highlights Lucet's navigate-and-connect platform, which efficiently matches patients with clinicians and addresses chronic conditions through mental health screenings. Shana touches on leadership, emphasizing the importance of continuous growth, finding the right fit for roles, and having honest conversations about expectations. Shana also highlights her vision for making mental health screenings a standard part of chronic disease management and primary care visits.Tune in and learn how integrating technology with behavioral health can transform patient care and leadership in healthcare!Resources:  Connect and follow Shana Hoffman on LinkedIn. Discover more about Lucet on their LinkedIn and website.

Chronic low back pain is a complex condition often caused by multiple factors, making accurate diagnosis and treatment challenging.In this episode, Kristen Klein, a certified nurse practitioner at the New York Spine and Pain Specialists in Port Jefferson, New York, discusses innovative approaches to diagnosing and treating chronic low back pain, particularly focusing on multifidus dysfunction. She highlights the importance of understanding pain contributors, the value of MRIs for tracking muscle deterioration, and the benefits of restorative neurostimulation, a therapy that addresses the root cause of pain. Kristen explores the role of technology and education in improving patient outcomes and reducing healthcare costs and stresses the significance of setting personal goals for patients, which enhances their motivation and measures the success of treatments. She also provides advice for healthcare providers on incorporating this therapy into their practices and underscores the importance of team involvement for seamless patient care.Tune in to learn about the latest advancements in chronic pain management, which could transform your practice and patient outcomes!Resources:  Watch the entire episode here. Connect with and follow Kristen Klein on LinkedIn.  Learn more about Mainstay Medical on LinkedIn and their website. Listen to the other episodes of our Mainstay Medical series.