Becker’s Healthcare Podcast

This episode recorded live at the Becker's 11th Annual Health IT + Digital Health + RCM Conference features Edwina Bhaskaran, MSN, RN, Chief Clinical Systems and Informatics, Mayo Clinic, who discusses reducing healthcare data fragmentation, simplifying clinical workflows and using AI to deliver more actionable insights for clinicians In collaboration with Philips .

In this episode, Chanda Chacon, MPH, FACHE, President and Chief Executive Officer, Children’s Nebraska, discusses how technology, clinical innovation, and community partnerships are expanding access to pediatric care, from AI enabled workflows to support for high risk patients in rural areas.

In this episode, Kali Ihde, Director, Ventures & Innovation, Northwestern Medicine, discusses how AI voice agents helped schedule 252 lung cancer screenings from 1,700 calls in three days, including nine patients with positive findings. She shares lessons on patient safety, clinical trust, and selecting the right use cases to expand AI driven outreach and improve access to care. This episode is sponsored by Hippocratic AI .

In this episode, Khurshid A. Guru, MD, Chair of Urology and Director of Robotic Surgery, Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center, discusses the evolution of robotic surgery, investments in surgical training, and the importance of measurable outcomes and quality assurance.

This episode recorded live at the Becker's 11th Annual Health IT + Digital Health + RCM Conference features Bob Berbeco, Chief Information Officer, Mahaska Health, discussing AI governance, measurable operational value, and strategies to simplify healthcare technology. He also shares how Mahaska Health is developing AI tools to address revenue cycle denials and improve efficiency.

In this episode, Dr. Veronica Hooper, Chief Health Officer, Yakima Valley Farm Workers Clinic, and Bridget Perkins, Partner, ECG Management Consultants, discuss redesigning provider compensation to support value based care, strengthen team collaboration, and improve recruitment and retention. They share how Yakima’s approach contributed to improvements in blood pressure control, cancer screenings, and provider panel capacity. This episode is sponsored by ECG Management Consultants .

In this episode, Bryan Croft, Executive Vice President of Hospital Operations and Chief Operating Officer at Cedars-Sinai Health System, joins the podcast to discuss rethinking ambulatory strategy and addressing healthcare affordability through considerations such as the 340B program. He also shares insights on the importance of human connection in healthcare and balancing operational priorities with the needs of patients and the communities they serve.

This episode recorded live at the Becker's 11th Annual Health IT + Digital Health + RCM Conference features Isaiah Nathaniel, CPHIMS, Senior Vice President and Chief Information Officer, Delaware Valley Community Health, discussing AI governance, Epic migration, and technology strategies to improve whole person care. He also shares how community health centers can manage financial pressures while using technology to strengthen operations and support long term sustainability.

In this episode, Marcelo Hochman, MD, Surgeon and Healthcare Policy & Private Practice Expert, Hochman Private Practice Advisory, discusses the future of independent medicine, healthcare consolidation, physician shortages and policy reforms that could expand access, lower costs and preserve physician autonomy.

This episode recorded live at the Becker's 11th Annual Health IT + Digital Health + RCM Conference features Bradley Locke, DO, Chief Medical Information Officer, Prevea Health, discussing digital tools to improve patient engagement, AI implementation costs, and data security. He also shares growth opportunities and leadership lessons for driving operational success.

In this episode, Bryce Bach, Chief Financial Officer, Risant Health, discusses how the organization is scaling value based care, improving clinical efficiency, and managing financial pressures through evidence based care protocols and strategic investments.

In this episode, Jennifer St. Thomas, SVP Commercial and Medicare Markets at Mass General Brigham Health Plan, discusses the plan’s new Value HMO offering for large employers, designed to lower healthcare costs while preserving access to leading regional health systems.

This episode recorded live at the Becker's 11th Annual Health IT + Digital Health + RCM Conference features Deb Anderson, MBA, Chief Information Officer, Endeavor Health, discussing the integration of three electronic health records into one system, technology simplification, and strategies for managing costs while advancing digital transformation.

In this episode, Kenneth Finn, MD, Physician. Board Certified PMR, Pain Medicine, Pain Management, Certified in Cannabis Science, discusses the evidence behind cannabis based treatments, potential health risks, drug interactions and the need for stronger safety standards and physician education.

In this episode, Megan Moreno, MD, Vice Chair of Academic Affairs for the Department of Pediatrics at University of Wisconsin-Madison and co-medical director of the AAP Center of Excellence on Social Media and Youth Mental Health, discusses how health systems can better address adolescent mental health, promote safe technology use, and help teens build confidence in healthcare conversations.

In this episode, Jose J. Alberty-Oller, MD, Director of Breast Surgery, NYC Health + Hospitals/Kings County, discusses building an integrated breast cancer program, the role of patient navigation in reducing barriers to care, and evaluating innovations in a safety net hospital. He also shares how individualized treatments and equitable access are shaping the future of breast cancer care.

This episode recorded live at the Becker's 11th Annual Health IT + Digital Health + RCM Conference features Bryon Frost, MD, ABEM, Vice President And Chief Medical Informatics Officer, McLeod Health, who discusses using AI to reduce information overload, connect fragmented clinical data and support more continuous care across settings. In collaboration with Philips .

In this episode, Saurabh Tripathi, EVP and CFO of Ascension, discusses the system’s fiscal 2026 financial turnaround, including improved operating margins, revenue growth, and expanded patient care. Learn more about relentlessly raising RCM yield here: https://med-metrix.com/?utm_source=beckers&utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=brand

In this episode, Amy Lynn LeDuc, Vice President and GM of Healthcare & Life Sciences, Adobe, discusses how healthcare organizations can use AI to personalize patient engagement, improve access, and streamline communications while maintaining trust. She also shares strategies for moving AI pilots into production, including clear ownership, measurable ROI, cross-functional collaboration, and human-centered change management. This episode is sponsored by Adobe .

In this episode, William Teague, Managing Director, VMG Health, and Cordell Mack, Managing Director, VMG Health, discuss how private equity investment, reimbursement pressures, and the growth of ambulatory cardiac procedures are reshaping cardiovascular care. They explore strategies for aligning physicians, adapting partnership models, and positioning health systems for long term growth. This episode is sponsored by VMG Health .