In this episode, Mary Garman, healthcare executive and founder of ThriveWise 360, shares her journey from pediatric nursing to launching a business focused on empowering individuals to age with health and well-being in mind. Tune in as she discusses key trends in healthcare, the importance of balancing the "wheel of life," and valuable advice for emerging leaders navigating change.

In this episode, Anna James Healy, Senior Vice President of Government and Community Relations at Sentara Health, discusses how Sentara is addressing social determinants of health and investing in community-driven care. Anna also shares her expertise on healthcare policy trends, including Medicaid expansion and the importance of listening to communities to drive better health outcomes.

In this episode, Scott Becker covers nine major healthcare stories, including RFK Jr.’s HHS confirmation hearing, Medicaid coverage concerns, hospital CEOs preparing for Medicaid cuts, and the collapse of a major hospital construction project due to rising costs.

This episode, recorded live at the Becker’s Healthcare 12th Annual CEO + CFO Roundtable, features Dr. Gian Varbaro, Chief Medical Officer and VP of Ambulatory Services at Bergen New Bridge Medical Center. Dr. Varbaro discusses the hospital's transformation journey, the potential of AI in reducing physician workloads and improving healthcare processes, the challenges of payer-provider dynamics, and the importance of innovative partnerships to meet the needs of underserved communities. 

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In this episode, Laura Dyrda, Vice President and Editor-in-Chief at Becker’s Healthcare, discusses the rapid policy changes under the Trump administration, including the U.S. withdrawal from the World Health Organization, immigration enforcement at healthcare facilities, DEI program funding scrutiny, and leadership changes at HHS.

In this episode, Scott Becker speaks with Thomas Crawford, PhD, MBA, FACHE, Chief Operating Officer at MUSC Health System. Dr. Crawford shares insights into MUSC's exponential growth from four to 16 hospitals, the playbook for turning around financially struggling facilities, and his leadership philosophy centered on accountability, discipline, and connecting to purpose.

In this episode, Alan Condon, Editor-in-Chief at Becker's Healthcare discusses HCA's robust 2024 financial results and strategic growth initiatives, the latest hurdles facing Walgreens amid stalled private equity talks, and the potential impact of the Trump administration on hospitals and health systems.

In this episode, Dr. Robert Corona, CEO of SUNY Upstate Medical University, shares insights on the institution's growth, its strategic goals for 2025, and its efforts to enhance patient access and quality care. He discusses key initiatives, including the adoption of Lean Six Sigma principles and the expansion of access points in response to the region's increasing healthcare demands.

In this episode, James Forrester, Chief Technology Officer at University of Rochester Medical Center, shares highlights from the organization's recent initiatives, including groundbreaking ambient scribe technology and a robust data strategy aimed at improving healthcare delivery. He discusses how strategic IT investments are helping to overcome financial challenges while preparing for future opportunities.

In this episode, Ekta Vyas, PhD - Chief Human Resources Officer, Keck Medicine at University of Southern California, shares her insights on leading a comprehensive HR transformation. Discover how Keck Medicine’s innovative initiatives, from cultural alignment to leadership development and integration strategies, are setting new benchmarks in healthcare HR practices, fostering employee engagement, and driving organizational growth.

In this episode, Scott Becker highlights 10 important stories shaping the healthcare landscape, from major hospital expansions and system consolidations to groundbreaking studies on cardiovascular care.