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Transforming Clinical Workflows and Patient Care Using Voice Enabled Tech Host: Megan Antonelli Guest: Yaa Kumah Crystal Dr. Yaa Kumah-Crystal shares her pioneering work integrating voice assistant technology and AI into healthcare systems at Vanderbilt University Medical Center. This discussion explores practical applications of voice interfaces in clinical documentation, the evolution of hybrid care models, and responsible AI implementation strategies that enhance both provider experience and patient outcomes. Drawing from her dual expertise as a practicing endocrinologist and biomedical informaticist, Dr. Kumah-Crystal offers actionable insights for healthcare leaders navigating technological transformation. • Voice-first EHR design reduces documentation burden while maintaining clinical accuracy • Essential governance frameworks ensure responsible AI deployment in clinical settings • Successful hybrid care models balance telehealth and in-person care for optimal outcomes • Practical evaluation methods help prioritize technologies that genuinely improve workflows To stream our Station live 24/7 visit www.HealthcareNOWRadio.com or ask your Smart Device to “….Play Healthcare NOW Radio”. Find all of our network podcasts on your favorite podcast platforms and be sure to subscribe and like us. Learn more at www.healthcarenowradio.com/listen

What Does UDS+ Really Mean for Health Centers? On this episode, NextGen Healthcare’s Michele Hannagan is cutting through the complexity of UDS+ with guests Rebecca Rudd, RN, BSHIM, director of government affairs for OSIS, and Tracie Zeagler, MSN, RN, director of health informatics and information management at Kinston Community Health Center. Find all of our network podcasts on your favorite podcast platforms and be sure to subscribe and like us. Learn more at www.healthcarenowradio.com/listen

The Influence of AI Agents on Provider Success in RCM How is automation transforming provider success in RCM? Join Stephanie Solich, Regional VP of Enterprise Sales at Infinx, as she shares insights on reducing denials, optimizing labor, and improving financial predictability through AI-driven Agents. Find all of our network podcasts on your favorite podcast platforms and be sure to subscribe and like us. Learn more at www.healthcarenowradio.com/listen

On this episode Justin records live at ViVE 2025 in Nashville. Stay tuned for the next few weeks to hear all his guests. This week tune in to hear Rasu Shrestha, MD MBA and John Halamka, MD, MS. To stream our Station live 24/7 visit www.HealthcareNOWRadio.com or ask your Smart Device to “….Play Healthcare NOW Radio”. Find all of our network podcasts on your favorite podcast platforms and be sure to subscribe and like us. Learn more at www.healthcarenowradio.com/listen

IBD Innovations, Challenges, and the Future of Care On this episode host Fred Goldstein invites Casey Koch, PharmD, Clinical Pharmacy Coordinator at Select Health. We explore the discuss the evolving landscape of inflammatory bowel disease (IBD), including the latest treatment advancements, guideline updates, and the role of managed care pharmacy in optimizing patient outcomes. From biologics to biosimilars, personalized medicine, and health disparities, we dive deep into the complexities of IBD management and what the future holds for patients and providers alike. Find all of our network podcasts on your favorite podcast platforms and be sure to subscribe and like us. Learn more at www.healthcarenowradio.com/listen

February News You Can Use Healthcare’s Hottest Trends: AI, Layoffs, and a Measles Comeback Tour. Topics include: AI dominated the conversation at Vive 2025, but its real-world impact remains questionable; Telehealth startups are burning cash faster than they can prove value; The physician workforce is shrinking, with burnout and layoffs on the rise. Just when we thought public health couldn’t get worse—measles is making a comeback; The healthcare system feels like it’s running on hype, desperation, and misplaced priorities. To stream our Station live 24/7 visit www.HealthcareNOWRadio.com or ask your Smart Device to “….Play Healthcare NOW Radio”. Find all of our network podcasts on your favorite podcast platforms and be sure to subscribe and like us. Learn more at www.healthcarenowradio.com/listen

Ep 122- Leila Obeid- The Rise of Concierge Medicine: Why Physicians are Making the Shift The healthcare industry is grappling with a growing shortage of providers in every specialty, with primary care being hit the hardest. On this episode Dan is joined by primary care physician, Dr. Leila Obeid, to discuss how physician shortages and rising patient demands are forcing many primary care physicians to seek better work-life balance through alternative practice models. One solution? Concierge medicine. Tune in as they discuss how this model helps physicians regain control, improve patient care, and create a sustainable future in healthcare. To stream our Station live 24/7 visit www.HealthcareNOWRadio.com or ask your Smart Device to “….Play Healthcare NOW Radio”. Find all of our network podcasts on your favorite podcast platforms and be sure to subscribe and like us. Learn more at www.healthcarenowradio.com/listen

Join host Matt Fisher on this special episode from a recent virtual event with Dan Chavez, Executive Director of Santa Cruz HIO for a conversation on interoperability and health equity. To stream our Station live 24/7 visit www.HealthcareNOWRadio.com or ask your Smart Device to “….Play Healthcare NOW Radio”. Find all of our network podcasts on your favorite podcast platforms and be sure to subscribe and like us. Learn more at www.healthcarenowradio.com/listen

On this episode Gil and Gregg welcome Tiara Green. President of Accessia Health and a dedicated nonprofit executive, public health professional, and change agent. Accessia Health is an organization committed to providing financial assistance, education, and and support to individuals with chronic conditions. Tune in to learn more about Tiara and Accessia Health. To stream our Station live 24/7 visit www.HealthcareNOWRadio.com or ask your Smart Device to “….Play Healthcare NOW Radio”. Find all of our network podcasts on your favorite podcast platforms and be sure to subscribe and like us. Learn more at www.healthcarenowradio.com/listen

AI-Driven Healthcare: Sutter Health's Journey to Scale Clinical Innovation Host: Shahid Shah Guest: Kiran Mysore Join Kiran Mysore, Chief Data & Analytics Officer at Sutter Health, as he shares insights on scaling AI adoption, building sustainable innovation infrastructure, and transforming healthcare delivery through data-driven approaches. Learn how one of the nation's largest health systems is successfully integrating advanced analytics and AI into clinical practice while maintaining governance and ethical standards. • Real-world implementation of clinical AI at scale • Building sustainable innovation infrastructure • Data strategy for improved patient and provider experiences • Governance frameworks for responsible AI adoption • Implementation and impact from digital scribes to diagnostics To stream our Station live 24/7 visit www.HealthcareNOWRadio.com or ask your Smart Device to “….Play Healthcare NOW Radio”. Find all of our network podcasts on your favorite podcast platforms and be sure to subscribe and like us. Learn more at www.healthcarenowradio.com/listen