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955 episodes - English - Latest episode: 1 day ago - ★★★★★ - 51 ratingsThis Week Health Conference is dedicated to propelling healthcare forward by amplifying the voices of advancement and innovation in health technology. Managing Editor and Host Bill Russell has served on executive teams in healthcare, higher education, and Fortune 500 consulting practices. As Chief Information Officer for St. Joseph Health, a 16 hospital $6.5 billion system, he rapidly accelerated the diffusion of new IT strategies, adopted emerging models like cloud, agile development, and invested in two successful startups. On This Week in Health IT, Bill utilizes his experience to prompt leaders, innovators, and organizations to share their stories in a conversational style to capture the wisdom of the industry. Stay up to date, prepare your team, and propel healthcare forward. Subscribe today at https://www.thisweekhealth.com/subscribe.
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Interview in Action @ ViVE '24: IT Solutions with CTG's Christine Blanchard
April 18, 2024 04:00 - 12 minutes - 11.2 MBApril 18: We sat down with Christine Blanchard, Managing Director at CTG, to explore the company's pivotal role in transforming healthcare through technology. How has CTG managed to stay at the forefront of healthcare IT solutions for over 35 years? What are the key strategies that have enabled them to effectively address the diverse needs of their clients in healthcare systems, payers, and life sciences? Moreover, Christine discusses the recent initiatives CTG has undertaken to enhance pati...
Interview in Action @ HIMSS '24: Phishing in Healthcare with Mick Coady
April 17, 2024 04:00 - 12 minutes - 11.6 MBApril 17: In this Interview in Action, Bill Russell talks with Mick Coady, CTO from Armis, to discuss the innovative solutions and strategies Armis employs to tackle the complex challenges of healthcare cybersecurity. How does Armis prioritize and address the myriad of threats facing healthcare institutions today? What makes their approach to asset discovery and vulnerability management stand out in a crowded field of cybersecurity solutions? Furthermore, we explore how Armis recent acquisit...
TownHall: AI, Cloud Integration, and Cautionary Evaluation with Hamed Abbaszadegan, MD
April 16, 2024 04:30 - 26 minutes - 24.5 MBApril 16: Today on TownHall, Brett Oliver, Family Physician and Chief Medical Information Officer at Baptist Health talks with Hamed Abbaszadegan, MD, Physician Executive at Stanson Health. We reconnect with our most popular guest from last year as he navigates us through the complexities of AI and machine learning, natural language processing, and the advancement of large language models. What does AI actually look like in the healthcare industry currently? How are health systems integratin...
Interview in Action @ HIMSS and VIVE '24: Innovation With Didi Davis and Erica Williams
April 16, 2024 04:00 - 14 minutes - 12.9 MBApril 17: These interviews in action feature Drex DeFord, President, 229 Risk & Security at This Week Health with Didi Davis, VP, Informatics, Conformance & Interoperability of The Sequoia Project from HIMSS 2024 and Sarah Richardson, SVP, Chief Digital & Information Officer of Tivity Health is joined by Erica Williams, Regional Technology Officer of Ascension at ViVE 2024. Didi diving deep into the intricacies of healthcare IT, interoperability, and the transformative work being done at The...
Interview In Action @ HIMSS 24’: TEFCA, FHIR, and the Path to Seamless Data Exchange in Healthcare with Semira Singh
April 15, 2024 13:30 - 16 minutes - 14.9 MBApril 15, 2024: In this episode of This Week Health, Bill Russell interviews Samira Singh, Director of Informatics for Providence, at HIMSS 2024. They delve into the intricacies of value-based care contracts, data exchange frameworks like FHIR, and the evolving landscape of healthcare interoperability. With discussions ranging from the challenges of closing care gaps to the future potential of standardized data sets, listeners are invited to ponder the role of regulation in driving healthcar...
Keynote: AI Made Practical: Cost, Efficiency, and Clinician Experience with Michael Pfeffer
April 12, 2024 13:00 - 28 minutes - 26.5 MBApril 12, 2024: In this engaging keynote conversation, Dr. Michael Pfeffer, CIO at Stanford Healthcare, discusses the transformative potential of artificial intelligence (AI) and data analytics in healthcare. Delving into topics like ambient clinical listening, generative AI, and computer vision, Dr. Pfeffer emphasizes the importance of collaboration and innovation in harnessing the power of technology to improve patient care. Thought-provoking questions arise, such as: How can AI enhance cl...
Interview in Action @ HIMSS '24: The Safety of Healthcare Data with Vernon O'Donnell
April 11, 2024 14:30 - 9 minutes - 9.13 MBApril 11:This interviews in action features Drex DeFord, President, 229 Risk & Security at This Week Health with Vernon O'Donnell, President of Field Operations at Hypori. In this episode, they delve into the intricacies of cybersecurity in the healthcare sector. As they navigate through Vernon's journey from the military to leading Hypori mission, we uncover the critical role of cybersecurity in protecting sensitive healthcare data. How does Hypori’s innovative approach to cybersecurity red...
Interview in Action @ HIMSS 24’: DAX Copilot’s Impact on Efficiency and Clinician Burnout with Kenneth Harper
April 11, 2024 13:00 - 12 minutes - 11.3 MBMarch 22: In this Interview in Action at HIMSS 2024, Bill Russell interviews Kenneth Harper, VP and GM from Nuance Communications. Harper discusses the revolutionary impact of DAX Copilot in healthcare documentation, highlighting its seamless integration into Epic and its ability to save clinicians valuable time. But with the democratization of technology, how do we ensure quality and accuracy? As organizations rush to adopt similar solutions, what distinguishes true innovation from mere imi...
Solution Showcase: How Baptist Health Enhanced Clinician Experience by Saving 7 Million Clicks with DrFirst
April 10, 2024 04:00 - 15 minutes - 13.9 MBApril 10, 2024: In this engaging episode from VIVE 2024 in Los Angeles, we delve into the transformative journey of Baptist Health Jacksonville under the leadership of Stacey Johnston, Chief Application Officer, and their remarkable achievement of a ten-star EPIC implementation. The conversation also focuses on the clinician experience, specifically medication reconciliation (MedRec) challenges, as Colin Banas, Chief Medical Officer with DrFirst, outlines the persistent hurdles despite advan...
TownHall: Burnover, Virtual Training, and Culture of Wellness with Liz Griffith
April 09, 2024 04:30 - 21 minutes - 20.1 MBApril 9: Today on TownHall Jake Lancaster, Chief Medical Information Officer at Baptist Memorial Health Care talks with Liz Griffith, Director of EHR Education at uPerform. In their conversation they delve into the intertwined issues of burnout and turnover in the healthcare sector, a phenomenon Liz Griffith dubs as "burnover." Liz, with her extensive background in healthcare technology and EHR satisfaction research, sheds light on how the pandemic has drastically altered the landscape of tr...
Interview in Action @ HIMSS '24: AI & Governance with Justin Coran, Steven Ramirez, and Perry Welch
April 09, 2024 04:00 - 11 minutes - 10.3 MBApril 9: First, we join Justin Coran, Chief Analytics Officer at Renown Health, and Steven Ramirez, Chief Information Security & Technology Officer at Renown Health, at the HIMSS conference. The duo shares their ambitious initiatives for the year, focusing on transitioning to a multi-cloud environment with AWS and Azure, and the importance of building a sustainable infrastructure that ensures security and prevents data leakage. They emphasize the critical role of analytics maturity in health...
Interview in Action @ HIMSS 24’: From Healthcare Problems to Innovative Solutions with Andy Chu
April 08, 2024 13:00 - 13 minutes - 12.2 MBApril 8, 2024: In this episode Bill Russell sits down with Andy Chu, Chief Product Officer at Providence Digital Innovation Group, to delve into the intricacies of healthcare product development. Andy explains the mission of his role, emphasizing problem-solving and innovation within Providence's digital landscape. Through thoughtful discussion, Andy articulates the complex process of identifying healthcare challenges, generating solutions, and ultimately building sustainable platforms. As t...
Keynote: The Impact of Cross System Communication with Brett Oliver, Lacy Knight, and Matthew Sullivan
April 05, 2024 13:00 - 34 minutes - 31.9 MBApril 5, 2024: In this episode, Brett Oliver, CMIO of Baptist Health System KY & IN, Lacy Knight, CHIO at Piedmont Healthcare, and Matthew Sullivan, CMIO of Atrium Healthcare, have open discussion around a variety of topics. Is AI at its current stage worth the challenges it poses in terms of cost, efficiency, and interoperability. They delve into the complexities of adopting AI platforms, the need for standardization in imaging technologies, and the role of clinical decision support in enha...
Interview in Action @ HIMSS 24’: Meditech Expanse’s Impact With Dara Bartels
April 04, 2024 13:00 - 9 minutes - 8.84 MBMarch 4, 2024: In this episode of This Week Health, Bill Russell discusses Meditech’s new advancements in EHR data systems with Dara Bartels, CEO of Mile Bluff Medical Center. They discuss the evolution of their EHR system, highlighting challenges faced with dual systems, interoperability issues, and clinician burden. The conversation focuses on the implementation of Meditech Expanse coupled with Google Health's search and summarization capabilities, offering insights into how it streamlines...
Interview in Action @ HIMSS '24: Data-Driven Healthcare with Kevin Field
April 03, 2024 04:00 - 15 minutes - 13.8 MBApril 4, 2024: In this insightful episode, Drex DeFord, President, 229 Risk & Security at This Week Health delves into the transformative world of healthcare data management with Kevin Field, President of Clearsense, recorded at HIMSS 2024. With a rich background in healthcare technology and a pivotal role at Clearsense, Kevin shares his journey from leading Epic implementations to focusing on making healthcare data a valuable asset. But what does it truly take to organize and utilize vast a...
Interview In Action @ HIMSS 24’: Creating a Seamless Patient Experience with Ray Lowe & Kevon Kothari
April 02, 2024 13:00 - 7 minutes - 7.29 MBApril 2: In this Interview in Action from HIMSS ‘24 Ray Lowe, SVP of AltaMed, and Kevon Kothari, Chief Growth Officer at Certify, delve into the realm of patient experience. They discuss all things workflow optimization, shedding light on Certify's efforts to streamline patient intake processes and enhance the overall healthcare journey. Thought-provoking questions arise: How can technology like facial recognition improve accessibility for elderly patients? What role does automation play in...
TownHall: The Benefits of Epic Site Visits with Peter Marks & Sacheen Mallette
April 02, 2024 04:30 - 20 minutes - 18.9 MBApril 2: Today on TownHall, Reid Stephan, VP and CIO at St. Lukes speaks with Peter Marks, Vice President and CIO at WakeMed and Sacheen Mallette, Director Application Services at WakeMed. They delve into the inception, execution, and remarkable benefits of organizing annual visits to Epic's corporate offices. How has this unique strategy fostered a deeper collaboration and understanding between WakeMed and Epic? How critical is C-suite involvement on these trips? Can a visit really make a d...
Keynote: Understanding the Patient Experience and Integrating New Technologies with Cris Ross
March 29, 2024 13:00 - 39 minutes - 35.8 MBMarch 29, 2024: Join Cris Ross, CIO of the Mayo Clinic, as they delve into the future of health IT. From the integration of AI in radiology to the potential for patient dialogue with medical records, Ross shares insights on the transformative power of technology in healthcare. But as we embrace these advancements, how can we ensure patient-centricity remains at the core? And with the rapid evolution of technology, what challenges and opportunities lie ahead for aspiring IT professionals ente...
Interview in Action @ HIMSS '24: UPMC's Epic Implementation with Chris Carmody & Tyler Bryson
March 28, 2024 04:00 - 9 minutes - 8.64 MBMarch 28: Live from HIMSS, Chris Carmody, CTO & Senior Vice President for UPMC, and Tyler Bryson, Corporate Vice President, Health & Public Sector Industries, US for Microsoft, delve into the innovative partnership between UPMC and Microsoft, focusing on the transformative power of AI in healthcare. Chris Carmody shares insights into how leveraging Microsoft's AI platforms has revolutionized their clinical analytics, particularly during the COVID-19 pandemic. The conversation explores the cr...
Solution Showcase: The Journey of Automation at Children's Health with SureTest
March 27, 2024 04:00 - 8 minutes - 7.93 MBMarch 26, 2024: Live from ViVE, Bill Russell joins Children’s Hospital CIO Chris Akeroyd and SureTest’s President & COO Mark Scruggs to talk about testing automation. How does the intersection of automation and healthcare redefine the roles of IT professionals within the industry, particularly in relation to human versus automated processes in testing and quality assurance? What strategies can be employed to build trust in automated systems among healthcare professionals, ensuring these tech...
TownHall: AI Adoption, Risks, Operational Automation and Predictions with Vik Patel
March 26, 2024 04:30 - 21 minutes - 20 MBMarch 26: Today on TownHall, Brett Oliver, Family Physician and Chief Medical Information Officer at Baptist Health talks with Vik Patel, Chief Operating Officer at Tido. As we navigate through the complexities and potentials of AI adoption within health systems, Vik challenges listeners to think critically about the current landscape. How can AI not only enhance clinical applications but also streamline operational workflows in ways previously unimagined? And with the rapid evolution of AI ...
Interview In Action @ HIMSS 24 Ordr's Impact, Healthcare IT, and Cybersecurity Evolution with Wes Wright
March 25, 2024 13:00 - 10 minutes - 9.37 MBMarch 26: In this episode of This Week Health, Wes Wright, Chief Healthcare Officer at Ordr, discusses cyber security. They explore the transformative power of Ordr's technology in addressing the critical needs of healthcare IT infrastructure. How does Ordr's asset visibility tool redefine the approach to network security, and what implications does this have for healthcare providers' ability to protect sensitive data? With the advent of Ordr AI CAASM, how will the landscape of cyber asset a...
Keynote: Cedars-Sinai’s Technological Transformation: ERP Systems and Beyond with Craig Kwiatkowski
March 22, 2024 04:00 - 40 minutes - 37.2 MBMarch 22, 2024: Craig Kwiatkowski, CIO of Cedars-Sinai, shares the intricate balance of spearheading technology initiatives at one of the leading healthcare institutions in this keynote. As Kwiatkowski reflects on his journey from VP of application portfolio to the CIO chair, we delve into the transformative strides Cedars-Sinai has taken under his guidance, especially the monumental ERP system implementation. This conversation prompts us to ponder: How does a massive ERP project not only re...
Interview in Action @ ViVE '24: Overcoming Provider Burnout and the Role of AI with Jeffrey Blade and Jason Swoboda
March 21, 2024 13:00 - 6 minutes - 6.06 MBMarch 21: Join Sarah Richardson as she interviews Jeffrey Blade, VP of Applications with Fairview Health Services. Are operational efficiency and provider burnout being addressed at the forefront of healthcare innovation? What role do startups and mature companies play in filling the white space with new products? Then, Sarah engages with Jason Swoboda, Director of Innovation with Tampa General, and they dive deep into the heart of healthcare transformation. They discuss the potential of amb...
Interview in Action @ ViVE '24: Innovating for Impact with Jeffrey Sturman and Joshua Titus
March 21, 2024 13:00 - 14 minutes - 12.9 MBMarch 21: In this ViVE interview in action Join Jeffrey Sturman, CIO of Memorial Healthcare, and Joshua Titus, CEO/Founder of Gozio, as they delve into the transformative power of networking and innovation within the healthcare industry. How does embracing novel ideas and technologies promise to ease the complexities of healthcare management and patient experience? Jeff Sturman shares his insights on the imperative of thinking differently to improve healthcare workflows, leveraging technolog...
Solution Showcase: Navigating Application Rationalization and Application Archiving with Clearsense
March 20, 2024 04:00 - 14 minutes - 12.8 MBMarch 20, 2024: In this solution showcase with Tanya Wrathell, Manager of IT Operations for one of the largest non-profit, faith-based health organizations, they delve into the complexities and strategic approaches to application archiving and rationalization within a sprawling healthcare system spanning 27 states. How did their partnership with Clearsense help to ease the transition? Wrathell shares invaluable insights into their journey towards becoming an Epic shop, revealing the nuanced ...
TownHall: Hospital at Home, Digital Patient Access, and AI Enhancements with Jane Moran
March 19, 2024 04:30 - 23 minutes - 21.9 MBMarch 19: Today on TownHall Sue Schade, Principal at StarBridge Advisors welcomes back Jane Moran, Chief Information and Digital Officer at Mass General Brigham. Jane delves into her role and the impactful advancements her team is setting in motion for the future of healthcare technology. Jane's unique position, having transitioned from a non-healthcare background into leading digital initiatives at one of Massachusetts' most significant health systems, sets the stage for an examination of i...
Interview in Action @ ViVE '24 - Pete D'Addio, Steve Eckert, & Zane Burke
March 19, 2024 04:30 - 23 minutes - 21.5 MBMarch 19: Today on the Conference channel, it’s a triple Interview in Action live from ViVE 2024. First, Sarah Richardson speaks with Steve Eckert, Chief Technology Officer at Cook Children’s Health Care System. How does one navigate the overwhelming influx of projects while maintaining a stable, financially sound organization? Eckert discusses the delicate balance of innovation and operation, shedding light on the art of saying 'no' in a way that propels growth rather than hindrance. Furthe...
Interview in Action @ ViVE '24: Cybersecurity in the Zero Trust Age with Kate Pierce and Tamer Baker
March 18, 2024 04:00 - 14 minutes - 13.4 MBMarch 18, 2024: In this 2024 ViVE IIA double feature health leaders Kate Pierce, Senior vCISO at Fortified Health Security, and Tamer Baker, CTO at Zscaler. Pierce delves into the complex landscape of healthcare cybersecurity, with a particular focus on third-party risks, the implications of the Change Healthcare breach, and the burgeoning field of zero trust. How are health systems navigating the murky waters of third-party risks, and what lessons can be drawn from recent breaches to fortif...
Keynote: Leading the Charge with Technology Integration in Healthcare Systems with Donna Roach
March 15, 2024 13:00 - 35 minutes - 32.3 MBMarch 15, 2024: In this insightful episode Donna Roach, CIO at University of Utah Health, engages in a deep conversation about the challenges and opportunities surrounding the implementation of innovative technology in healthcare settings. They delve into the intricacies of rolling out new systems to ambulatory doctors, the critical role of budgetary reviews, and the importance of demonstrating efficiency. Through anecdotes and practical examples, they explore the impact of technology on pat...
Interview in Action @ ViVE '24 - Mike Smith, KLAS and David Ting, Tausight
March 14, 2024 04:30 - 23 minutes - 21.8 MBMarch 14: Today on the Conference channel, it’s a double Interview in Action live from ViVE 2024. First, Bill speaks with Mike Smith, VP of Business Development at KLAS.As the healthcare landscape rapidly transforms, understanding how technological solutions are performing becomes paramount for advancing patient care. Mike shares how KLAS, through extensive provider feedback and analysis, identifies the "best in class" vendors, shining a light on who's excelling and who's faltering in delive...
TownHall: Value-Based Analytics and Being Data Driven with David Vawdrey
March 12, 2024 04:30 - 30 minutes - 28 MBMarch 12: In this TownHall Bill sits down with David Vawdrey, Chief Data and Informatics Officer at Geisinger. His insights into the complex world of data analytics, especially in the healthcare sector, provide a valuable lens into some of the current struggles and future ambitions in the industry. How does Geisinger turn a sea of data into a meaningfully useful resource? Can modern technology help healthcare providers transition from a fee-for-service model to a value-based model more effic...
Interview in Action @ ViVE '24: Sameer Sethi, Hackensack Meridian Health & Jason Rose, Clearsense
March 11, 2024 13:00 - 21 minutes - 19.8 MBMarch 11, 2024: In this Interview In Action double feature Sameer Sethi of Hackensack Meridian Health and Jason Rose of ClearSense explore the topics ranging from AI data organization analytics to improving platform technology in healthcare. How is Hackensack Meridian leveraging AI and RPA to predict patient needs and improve decision support within the clinical workflow? What role does Google's cloud platform play in accelerating access to vital health data? Then, Jason Rose addresses how C...
Keynote: Highlights from ViVE Interviews in Action
March 08, 2024 04:00 - 10 minutes - 9.64 MBMarch 8, 2024: Live from ViVE, Drex DeFord and Sarah Richardson hit the floor to interview healthsystem leaders across the board. Sharing top of mind and any innovative ideas, this episode covers quickfire answers to some prevalent questions. Highlights include interviews with Daniel Nigrin (CIO for MaineHealth), Theresa Meadows (CIO for Cook Children's), Jeffrey Blade (VP of Applications for Fairview Health Services), Jason Swoboda (Director of Innovation for Tampa General), Steve Eckert (C...
Interview in Action @ ViVE '24 - Daniel Nigrin, MD, MaineHealth & Scott D'Entremont, Parlance
March 07, 2024 04:30 - 14 minutes - 12.8 MBMarch 7: Today on the Conference channel, it’s a double Interview in Action live from ViVE 2024. First, Drex speaks with Daniel Nigrin, MD, Chief Information Officer at MaineHealth. The complexities of advancing healthcare systems post-pandemic take center stage as well as the interplay between established vendors and emerging innovators at conferences like ViVE. Does this synergy hint at a new era of collaboration in health technology, offering a beacon of hope for more agile and innovative...
Interview in Action @ ViVE '24 - Terri Couts, Laura O'Toole, and Michael Matthews
March 06, 2024 13:00 - 13 minutes - 12.6 MBMarch 6, 2024: In this episode of This Week Health, it’s a double Interview In action with Terri Couts from the Guthrie Clinic and then Laura O’Toole of Suretest & Mike Mattews at Yale New Haven. They delve into the transformative journeys of healthcare institutions as they navigate through the complexities of modern IT challenges and innovations. From the expansive operations of the Guthrie Clinic to the intricate automation projects at Yale New Haven Health, our guests share their firsthan...
TownHall: AI Implementation, Clinician Burnout, and Meaningful Encounters with Josh Glandorf
March 05, 2024 04:30 - 21 minutes - 19.6 MBMarch 5: Today on TownHall Sue Schade, Principal at StarBridge Advisors speaks with Josh Glandorf, Chief Information Officer at UC San Diego. Josh provides a comprehensive outline of UC San Diego Health's current initiatives, technology projects as well as talk about their future goals. They get into the innovative roles artificial intelligence is playing in current healthcare scenarios. They also navigate through how UCSD is tackling physician burnout and enhancing healthcare cybersecurity....
Interview in Action @ ViVE '24 - Theresa Meadows and Toby Gouker
March 04, 2024 04:30 - 25 minutes - 23.1 MBMarch 4: Today on the Conference channel, it’s a double Interview in Action live from ViVE 2024. First, Drex speaks with Theresa Meadows, Senior Vice President & Chief Information Officer at Cook Children’s Health Care System. Delving into the realities of clinician burnout, her efforts towards a happier, more effective workforce are prominent. Theresa discusses a problem-based approach focusing on mitigating burnout and improving workflow efficiency. With a myriad of tech innovations floati...
Keynote: Bridging Mass Data to Rich Insights and Predictive Analytics with Shez Partovi
March 01, 2024 04:00 - 40 minutes - 36.7 MBMarch 1, 2024: Join Shez Partovi, the Chief Innovation & Strategy Officer and Chief Business Leader Enterprise Informatics at Philips as they navigate the next curve of the health tech evolution. They delve into the ocean of data within the modern health landscape, raising the reflective debate: How do we transform mass data into real insights? With an in-depth look into the recent guidance AI is showing, especially in medical imaging, they consider what this future technology can unveil. Wh...
TownHall: Medication List Interoperability & Adherence in Health IT with Colin Banas, MD
February 27, 2024 04:30 - 21 minutes - 19.8 MBFebruary 27, 2024: Today on TownHall we are taking a look back at a previously released episode. In this episode, Jake Lancaster, Chief Medical Information Officer at Baptist Memorial Health Care interviews Colin Banas, Chief Medical Officer at DrFirst, Inc. about medication list interoperability and medication adherence. How does DrFirst use data and AI to fill the gaps in medication lists? How do they fit into the medication adherence equation? What are some current challenges in medicatio...
UnHack (The Health Industry Cybersecurity Strategic Plan) with Greg Garcia
February 26, 2024 04:30 - 18 minutes - 16.9 MBFebruary 26th, 2024: In this special Sneak Peek for Season 1 of UnHack (the podcast) with Drex DeFord, we are excited to discuss The Healthcare and Public Health Sector Coordinating Council (HSCC) 5 year strategic plan with Greg Garcia, Executive Director. This conversation was just too good and timely to wait, so we are sharing it with you today! With this 5 year plan, the goal is to make it easy for hospitals to work together for effective cyber defense. So, are all organizations in the he...
Keynote: Balancing Technology Advancements and Legacy Data with Christian Carmody
February 23, 2024 13:00 - 39 minutes - 35.8 MBFebruary 23, 2024: Christian Carmody, CTO & SVP at UPMC, delves into the profound transformation of analytics and data use within healthcare, tracing the journey from the late 1990s to the present day. How has the advent of cloud technology redefined the way healthcare data is processed, and what does this mean for patient care? They explore the significant shift from traditional, time-consuming data aggregation methods to the rapid, cloud-enabled processes that now support predictive modeli...
Conference Campaign: Revolutionizing Healthcare Testing with SureTest's Automation Solutions
February 22, 2024 04:00 - 11 minutes - 10.1 MBFebruary 22, 2024: Amid ongoing growth and technological advancements, CEO of SureTest, Laura O'Toole, discusses the company's significant progress over the past year, including strategic partnerships and client successes with automation in healthcare testing. SureTest, known for its innovative EHR testing platform, has expanded its library and improved its services to save healthcare systems countless hours and resources. The solution, designed to streamline EHR and third-party application ...
Alex's Lemonade Stand Foundation and the Fight Against Pediatric Cancer with Liz Scott
February 21, 2024 04:00 - 25 minutes - 23.4 MBFebruary 21, 2024: In this stirring episode, they delve into the extraordinary life and legacy of Alex Scott, who at the tender age of four, chose to combat childhood cancer with a lemonade stand. We welcome Liz Scott, her mother and Co-Executive Director of the foundation born from Alex's dream, Alex's Lemonade Stand Foundation. This one-of-a-kind charity continues Alex's mission of raising funds for cancer research. Throughout our conversation with Liz, we raise pertinent questions, explor...
TownHall: Overhauling a Contact Center and Developing a New Campus with Dustin Hufford
February 20, 2024 04:30 - 23 minutes - 21.9 MBFebruary 20: Today on TownHall Sue Schade, Principal at StarBridge Advisors speaks with Dustin Hufford, SVP and CIO at Cooper University Health Care. With an impressive tenure since 2019, Dustin gives us an insightful overview of Cooper's current focus and future outlook. Given Cooper's exceptional growth and financial strength, how does Dustin plan to align IT strategies with Cooper's overall growth trajectory? With Cooper on the brink of integrating a second hospital, how will Dustin navig...
Keynote: Ambient Solutions and Privacy in Modern Healthcare with Seth Hain
February 16, 2024 04:00 - 38 minutes - 35.2 MBFebruary 16, 2024: In this keynote episode of This Week Health, Seth Hain, SVP of R&D at Epic, delves into the transformative power of ambient technologies in healthcare and the profound impact of artificial intelligence on patient care and clinician experience. They explore the nuances of integrating AI into healthcare workflows, from the reduction of menial tasks to the enhancement of patient-physician interactions. How does AI already contribute to healthcare efficiency, and what does the...
TownHall: Technical Debt, Patient Adoption, and AI with Rick Schooler
February 13, 2024 04:30 - 27 minutes - 24.9 MBFebruary 13: Today on TownHall Sue Schade, Principal at StarBridge Advisors speaks with Rick Schooler, CIO at Lee Health. In this episode Sue and Rick discuss the use of AI and new technology, the fostering of a consumer-centric strategy, the need for governance and digitalization in healthcare, and the challenges faced in regard to remote work arrangements. Throughout the conversation, Rick offers insightful advice to vendors, emphasizing the importance of honesty and understanding client n...
Keynote: AI Announcements, Patient Engagement, and the Future of Emergency Medicine with Kevin Maloy
February 09, 2024 13:00 - 35 minutes - 32.5 MBFebruary 9th, 2024: In this episode of This Week Health Dr. Kevin Maloy, Assistant Professor of Emergency Medicine at Georgetown University School of Medicine. As they explore the innovative applications of OpenAI API in medical projects, questions arise about the potential of conversational technologies to redefine patient engagement and the traditional call center model. How can the integration of AI in call centers shift the focus towards patient-oriented outcomes? With the advent of GPT ...
TownHall: Mission Trip to Tanzania with Sanjeev Sah
February 06, 2024 04:30 - 20 minutes - 19.2 MBFebruary 6: Today on TownHall Karla Arzola, Chief Information Officer at Rocky Mountain Human Services speaks with Sanjeev Sah, SVP, IT Strategy & Cyber at CommonSpirit Health. Sanjeev shares his humanitarian journey from Nepal to Tanzania. How does the mission of providing healthcare in developing countries translate to his work in IT? How is he leveraging technology not just for operational efficiency, but as a tool to save lives and deliver care? Sanjeev discusses the stark contrasts and ...
Keynote: Welcome to This Week Health Drex DeFord
February 01, 2024 03:30 - 31 minutes - 28.8 MBFebruary 2, 2024: In this special keynote of This Week Health, Bill Russell converses with Drex DeFord, the newly appointed president of the 229 Project, Risk and Security. They delve into Drex’s new role at This Week Health and the evolving landscape of cybersecurity in healthcare, discussing its challenges and innovative solutions. The conversation pivots to the importance of community and collaboration in the field, underscoring the critical role of shared knowledge and experience in adva...