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In a fascinating discussion, Albert Villarin, the VP and CMIO at Nuvance Health, Christine Silvers, an AWS Healthcare Executive Advisor with a rich AI research background, and Praveen Meka, a senior physician at Dana-Farber, delve into the transformative role of AI in healthcare. They explore AI applications like ConsoleBot for interpreting blood tests, enhancing diagnostic efficiency. The conversation also highlights challenges such as data security and the need for clinician training, underscoring AI's potential to improve patient outcomes and clinician experiences.

February 24, 2025: Steven Ramirez, VP and CISTO of Renown Health, discusses how organizations are grappling with increasingly sophisticated threats. What makes the 60-minute breach window so critical in today's threat landscape, and how are healthcare organizations reshaping their approach to identity security? As Ramirez shares insights from his journey at Renown, we explore the delicate balance between rapid threat response and strategic planning, while questioning what makes an effective cybersecurity professional in today's healthcare environment.Key Points:02:35 The Role of a CISTO06:29 Renown Cybersecurity Initiatives12:09 Simplification in Cybersecurity18:36 Lightning RoundSubscribe: This Week HealthTwitter: This Week HealthLinkedIn: This Week HealthDonate: Alex’s Lemonade Stand: Foundation for Childhood Cancer

February 21, 2025: This is the fourth episode in the Zero Trust Hospital Series. Tamer Baker, Healthcare CTO for Zscaler, dives into the myths surrounding zero trust implementation in healthcare settings. As healthcare systems grapple with digital transformation, what really stands between organizations and successful zero trust adoption? Through their discussion of real-world examples and strategic partnerships, they challenge conventional wisdom about vendor relationships and implementation timelines. Want to get your copy of the new book "Zero Trust Hospital: The CXO Vision" by Zscaler?Pre-Order nowDon't miss our webinar after all six Zero Trust Hospital Series episodes! Register now: www.thisweekhealth.com/zerotrustKey Points:01:36 Zero Trust Implementation04:45 Vendor Myths 08:47 Healthcare OperationsX: This Week HealthLinkedIn: This Week HealthDonate: Alex’s Lemonade Stand: Foundation for Childhood Cancer

February 20, 2025: Dr. Alistair Erskine, Enterprise CIO and CDO of Emory Healthcare, explores the unique fusion of university and healthcare IT at Emory, challenging conventional wisdom about institutional separations. As we delve into innovative approaches to leadership, including streaming rounds and trickle feedback systems, how might these methods reshape organizational culture in healthcare? Through fascinating anecdotes from building a hospital in Qatar with unlimited resources to implementing enterprise-wide ambient listening technology, what lessons emerge about innovation when traditional constraints are removed?Key Points:01:04 Combining University and Healthcare IT07:54 Rounding and Student Tech Support15:35 Lessons from Qatar: Building a Hospital21:44 Ambient Listening and AI in Healthcare30:58 Trickle Feedback and Organizational CultureSubscribe: This Week HealthTwitter: This Week HealthLinkedIn: This Week HealthDonate: Alex’s Lemonade Stand: Foundation for Childhood Cancer

February 19, 2025: Karla Arzola interviews Julia Zhou, Healthcare Technologist and Mountaineer, who shares her extraordinary journey to the summit of Mount Everest, detailing the physical and mental battles that tested her limits. From the grueling months of training in her garage through COVID to the life-threatening moments at 8,000 meters, Julia and Karla reflect on how challenges can bring about the biggest leaps in innovation and bravery.Key Points:02:14 Julia's Everest Expedition07:58 Summit Day: Reaching the Top16:52 Reflections and Lessons LearnedSubscribe: This Week HealthTwitter: This Week HealthLinkedIn: This Week HealthDonate: Alex’s Lemonade Stand: Foundation for Childhood Cancer

February 18, 2025: Shiv Rao, CEO and co-founder of Abridge, delves into their revolutionary ambient listening technology. Through the lens of 100+ enterprise deployments, Rao explores the delicate balance between technological advancement and clinical practicality. As the discussion unfolds, we discover how contextual reasoning is reshaping documentation and bringing joy back to clinicians.Key Points:02:24 Feedback and Improvement Process05:41 Building Financial Models06:49 Clinician Love StoriesSubscribe: This Week HealthTwitter: This Week HealthLinkedIn: This Week HealthDonate: Alex’s Lemonade Stand: Foundation for Childhood Cancer

February 17, 2025: Andrew Kerr, CEO and Managing Partner of FortyAU and author of The Humility Imperative, draws from his transition from HCA to leading a Nashville-based software and AI consulting firm to explore essential questions about modern leadership. How does a leader maintain authenticity while driving innovation in today's rapidly evolving tech landscape? Through discussions of AI implementation in healthcare and the challenges of building sustainable company cultures, Andrew challenges conventional wisdom about certainty in leadership.Key Points:04:45 Navigating Challenges 10:11 AI advice18:13 Humility in Leadership24:16 Career Reflections27:55 Lightning RoundX: This Week HealthLinkedIn: This Week HealthDonate: Alex’s Lemonade Stand: Foundation for Childhood Cancer

Tamer Baker, Healthcare CTO for Zscaler and author of 'Zero Trust Hospital: The CXO Vision,' explores the anatomy of cyber breaches. He reveals how attackers exploit vulnerabilities, emphasizing the importance of Zero Trust at each step. Baker compares cyberattacks to bank robberies, showcasing the stages from target identification to ransom demands. He discusses how collective intelligence can enhance community protection against threats and sheds light on proactive measures to safeguard healthcare systems.

February 13, 2025: Sue Schade, Principal at StarBridge Advisors, interviews Albert Oriol, CIO of Rady Children's Hospital, to discuss how genomics and technology partnerships are transforming pediatric care. How can precision medicine and newborn screening change the trajectory of a child’s life? What role does IT play in addressing workforce burnout and cybersecurity risks? And how do visionary leaders balance cutting-edge technology with operational demands? Key Points:05:19 Advancements in Precision Medicine15:08 Albert Oriol's Career Journey18:29 IT Collaboration22:52 Remote Work and Workforce Flexibility27:04 Work-Life Balance and Personal Well-beingSubscribe: This Week HealthTwitter: This Week HealthLinkedIn: This Week HealthDonate: Alex’s Lemonade Stand: Foundation for Childhood Cancer

February 12, 2025: James Wellman, VP and CIO of Nathan Littauer Hospital & Nursing Home, and Vik Patel, COO of Tido, as they explore advancing data integration, operational efficiency, and patient care. Learn what happens when a healthcare IT partnership transcends traditional vendor relationships to become a true team extension, and discover how trust-based partnerships drive success in healthcare IT. Don't miss this engaging solution showcase.Key Points:01:28 The Power of Relationships in Healthcare IT08:31 Operational Efficiency11:57 Proactive Monitoring 27:11 Future Innovations and Cloud MigrationTwitter: This Week HealthLinkedIn: This Week HealthDonate: Alex’s Lemonade Stand: Foundation for Childhood Cancer