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July 18, 2023: Reid Stephan, VP and CIO of St. Luke’s Health System, interviews Jennifer Langton, the Senior Vice President of Health and Innovation at the NFL. The conversation delves into Jennifer's fascinating career journey, the transformative Digital Athlete Project, and the innovative use of AI to enhance player health and safety. How is the NFL working to leverage data to predict and prevent player injuries? What are the implications of integrating vast amounts of data for player health? Jennifer shares her passion for technology and explains the intricacies of implementing these advanced systems. The episode also explores the challenges of change management in a competitive environment and the broader implications of these technologies beyond sports. What can healthcare leaders learn from the NFL's approach to data-driven insights and injury prevention? Key Points:00:00 Meet the Host and Guest01:35 Jennifer Langton's Career Journey04:54 The NFL's Digital Athlete Project11:24 Insights and Applications in Healthcare24:36 Future Opportunities and Final ThoughtsSubscribe: This Week HealthTwitter: This Week HealthLinkedIn: Week HealthDonate: Alex’s Lemonade Stand: Foundation for Childhood Cancer

July 16, 2024: In this episode of TownHall, Karla Arzola, CIO of Rocky Mountain Human Services, welcomes Brooke Brown, nurse navigator at Magnolia Regional Center, to discuss the challenges and successes of implementing a nurse navigation program for congestive heart failure patients. How does bridging the gap between inpatient and outpatient care improve patient outcomes? What are the key factors driving hospital readmissions, and how can healthcare providers better support patients in managing chronic conditions at home? Brooke shares insights into the effectiveness of follow-up calls and personalized care plans, emphasizing the importance of patient education and continuous support. As the conversation unfolds, Brooke reflects on the collaborative efforts required to build a successful program and the potential for expanding these practices to other chronic conditions. What lessons can be learned from Magnolia's approach, and how can other healthcare organizations replicate their success?Key Points:00:00 Meet Brooke Brown: Nurse Navigator02:18 The Nurse Navigation Program07:04 Empowering Patients Through Education10:26 Leveraging Technology for Better Outcomes15:38 Future Directions and Closing RemarksSubscribe: This Week HealthTwitter: This Week HealthLinkedIn: Week HealthDonate: Alex’s Lemonade Stand: Foundation for Childhood Cancer

July 15, 2024: In this episode of Flourish, host Sarah Richardson sits down with Joe Scarlett, former CEO and chairman of Tractor Supply Company. Joe shares his journey from leading Tractor Supply through its IPO to founding the Scarlett Leadership Institute. He discusses the importance of ethics in business, empowering employees, and leveraging data for strategic decisions. Joe also offers insights on building a strong business culture, overcoming leadership challenges, and the future of business leadership. You can tune in for actionable advice and inspiring stories from a seasoned leader.Key Points:00:32 Introduction to Joe Scarlett's Career01:34 The Scarlett Leadership Institute03:37 Ethics and Empowerment in Business08:49 Transforming Tractor Supply Company12:56 Leadership Insights and Future Outlook 19:23 Corporate Jet: Southwest AirlinesStay connected, stay curious, and keep flourishing.Subscribe: This Week HealthTwitter: This Week HealthLinkedIn: Week HealthDonate: Alex’s Lemonade Stand: Foundation for Childhood Cancer

July 11, 2024: Rebecca Woods, CEO & Founder of Bluebird Leaders, dives into the inspiring journey and mission behind Bluebird Leaders. Rebecca shares the origins of Bluebird, stemming from her experiences as a young CIO and the need to create a supportive community for women in healthcare IT. How can healthcare leaders better support women in IT and healthcare? What impact does mentorship and networking have on career growth? The discussion delves into the SOAR conference, focusing on "Healthy You, Healthy Leader," and integrating personal well-being with professional development. This episode explores the broader implications of mentorship, collaboration, and holistic health in shaping future leaders.Key Points:00:00 Introduction and Overview00:58 The Genesis of Bluebird Leaders02:08 SOAR Conference and Future PlansWant to join This Week Health at this year's SOAR event? Register now: https://thisweekhealth.com/soar/Subscribe: This Week HealthTwitter: This Week HealthLinkedIn: Week HealthDonate: Alex’s Lemonade Stand: Foundation for Childhood Cancer

July 9, 2024: Reid Stephan, VP and CIO of St. Luke’s Health System, and Michael Ng, CEO and Co-Founder of Ambience Healthcare, dive deep into the transformative potential of AI co-pilots in healthcare, specifically focusing on ambient scribing. How can AI scribing shift the balance, allowing clinicians to spend more time on patient care? The discussion explores the diverse needs across specialties and the challenge of creating tailored solutions for each. What does it mean for AI scribing to move beyond a point solution to a comprehensive platform addressing pre-charting and post-visit workflows? How can healthcare leaders ensure they select the right AI partner to achieve these goals? This episode examines the current state of AI scribing and envisions a future where AI drives comprehensive care transformation, improving clinician satisfaction and patient outcomes.Key Points:00:42 Meet Michael Ng: Journey and Mission of Ambience Healthcare02:25 The Impact of Ambient Scribing on Healthcare05:36 Challenges and Innovations in AI Scribing12:50 Future of AI in Healthcare and ConclusionSubscribe: This Week HealthTwitter: This Week HealthLinkedIn: Week HealthDonate: Alex’s Lemonade Stand: Foundation for Childhood Cancer

Michael Restuccia, SVP and CIO of Penn Medicine, shares insights on leadership challenges, team building, budget management, and technology integration in healthcare IT. He discusses the importance of building strong teams aligned with the institution's mission, the evolution of EHR, a cautious approach to AI integration, and strategies for improving clinician efficiency. The podcast provides a deep dive into the strategic thinking required to navigate the ever-evolving landscape of healthcare IT.

David Ingham, CIO at Allina Health, discusses legacy systems and clinician burnout. They explore minimizing administrative burdens and leveraging AI in healthcare. Insight into challenges of maintaining legacy EMR systems and the importance of change management. Balancing technological innovation with patient care and clinician support highlighted.

UnHack (the Podcast): Cybersecurity Synergy: Strengthening CISO and CTO Partnerships in HealthcareJune 24, 2024: In this episode of UnHack the Podcast, host Drex DeFord dives deep into the critical relationship between CISOs and CTOs in healthcare. Featuring insights from top cybersecurity leaders, the discussion explores how these key roles can collaborate effectively amidst inherent conflicts. Learn how empathy, open communication, and strategic compromise can lead to stronger cybersecurity programs and better patient outcomes. Don’t miss the post-podcast wrap-up with Shana Hofer as she and Drex analyze the key takeaways and share practical advice for fostering trust and maintaining a balanced relationship.  Key Points:0:00 UnHack (the Podcast) 2024062400:05 Introduction00:47 The Importance of CISO-CTO Relationships05:43 Michael Meis (University of Kansas Health System): Healthy Friction08:27 Hugo Lai (Temple University Health): Proactive Relationship Building09:13 Dr. Jesse Fasolo (St. Joseph Health): Building Effective Relationships12:52 Dee Young (UNC Healthcare): Pivotal CISO-CTO Partnership15:48 Recap with Shawna Hofer (St. Luke’s Health System)30:38 OutroRemember, Stay a little paranoid.Subscribe: This Week HealthTwitter: This Week HealthLinkedIn: Week HealthDonate: Alex’s Lemonade Stand: Foundation for Childhood Cancer

June 20, 2024: Brad Reimer, CIO of Sanford Health, discusses his perspective on the evolving role of technology in rural healthcare. They explore the distinctions between the CIO and CDO roles and the importance of cohesive relationships within the C-suite. What are the key differences between traditional IT roles and modern digital leadership? Brad and Bill delve into the challenges and innovations in virtual care, remote patient monitoring, and the transformative potential of AI and computer vision. How can emerging technologies bridge the healthcare gap in rural areas, and what are the economic impacts of virtual care on patients' lives? The conversation also highlights the integration of genomic data into patient care and the delicate balance of adopting new technologies within budget constraints. How do organizations prioritize innovation while maintaining financial prudence? This insightful discussion sheds light on the future of healthcare delivery in rural settings and the strategic vision required to drive meaningful change.Key Points:Technology integration challengesVirtual care innovationDigital divide solutionsRural HealthcareFostering Innovation Subscribe: This Week HealthTwitter: This Week HealthLinkedIn: Week HealthDonate: Alex’s Lemonade Stand: Foundation for Childhood Cancer

June 18, 2024: Reid Stephan, VP and CIO of St. Luke's Health System, interviews Dr. Ashis Barad MD, CDIO, and Joey Seliski, Director of Operations and Strategy (Digital Health), from Allegheny Health Network. They discuss the transformative potential of ambient listening technologies like AI scribes, questioning how these tools can improve note quality and diagnosis accuracy without merely increasing clinician workload. What does it mean to truly humanize healthcare through technology, and how can we balance the excitement of digital health innovations with the necessity of practical, ROI-driven implementations? Ashis and Joey share their experiences and predictions, diving into the evolving role of clinicians in an AI-enhanced landscape and the impact of personalized patient engagement on care outcomes.Categories: Digital Health & Emerging TechnologySubscribe: This Week HealthTwitter: This Week HealthLinkedIn: Week HealthDonate: Alex’s Lemonade Stand: Foundation for Childhood Cancer