Inside The 1581

On this edition of Inside the 1581, we’re joined by Mark Kirby, supervisory cybersecurity advisor for Oklahoma and Arkansas with the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency, to discuss the growing cybersecurity threats facing hospitals and health care organizations. Kirby shares why the healthcare sector has become a frequent target for cyberattacks, common misconceptions about cybersecur...

On this edition of  Inside the 1581 , we’re joined by Trent Bourland, vice president of rural health at SSM Health, and Eric Finley, executive director of the Foundation for a Healthy Oklahoma, to discuss the impact of telestroke services and the importance of rapid access to stroke care in rural communities. Bourland and Finley share how telestroke programs can help hospitals provide faster treat...

On this edition of  Inside the 1581 , we’re joined by Melissa Craft, dean of the University of Oklahoma Fran and Earl Ziegler College of Nursing, to discuss the role of clinical partners in shaping high quality nursing education and supporting student success. Craft shares how hospital partnerships enhance hands on learning, the challenges around clinical placements, and the importance of collabor...

On the latest episode of Inside the 1581, we’re joined by Sammy Kolbas, Regional Sales Director at Trustmark, and John Symcox, Chief Innovation Officer at First Fidelity Bank, to discuss the growing importance of long-term care in financial planning and employer benefits. They discuss trends in employer interest, product design innovations, and how long-term care coverage can help hospitals and he...

On this edition of Inside the 1581, we’re joined by Oklahoma Insurance Commissioner Glen Mulready to discuss the Qualified Health Plan Provider Directory pilot program and how Oklahoma is working with federal partners to improve the accuracy of provider directories. The pilot aims to make it easier for providers to verify their information and help ensure patients can find accurate listings for do...

On this edition of  Inside the 1581 , we’re joined by Dr. John Armitage, president and CEO of Our Blood Institute, to explore the challenges facing the blood supply during National Blood Donor Month. Dr. Armitage shares the current state of blood inventory, what low supplies mean for patients, and how hospitals and healthcare leaders can help. Visit  https://ourbloodinstitute.org/  to find a locat...

On this special edition of “The Voices” on Inside the 1581, broadcasting from the annual OHA Connect conference, we speak with Bennett Geister, president of Mercy Hospital Oklahoma City Communities. He shares his perspective on the health care landscape in Oklahoma and discusses how Mercy is impacting their communities. www.insidethe1581.com

On this special edition of “The Voices” on Inside the 1581, broadcasting from the annual OHA Connect conference, we speak with Corey Lively, CEO of Great Plains Regional Medical Center. He shares his perspective on the health care landscape in Oklahoma and describes what it is like to serve a rural community at his hospital in Elk City. www.insidethe1581.com

On this special edition of “The Voices” on Inside the 1581, broadcasting from the annual OHA Connect conference, we speak with Darin Farrell, president and CEO of Weatherford Regional Hospital. He discusses the current health care landscape in Oklahoma and describes how his hospital and the Weatherford community responded to the ammonia gas leak that impacted the area. www.insidethe1581.com

On this edition of Inside the 1581, we’re joined by Howard Manuel, Deputy Senior Advisor at the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs, and Richard Marble, Senior IT Specialist at the VA. Together, they share the vast scope of the nation’s largest integrated healthcare system, the challenges and opportunities in recruiting a mission-driven workforce, and how the VA is partnering with hospital associa...

On this edition of Inside the 1581, we’re joined by Howard Manuel, Deputy Senior Advisor at the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs, and Richard Marble, Senior IT Specialist at the VA. Together, they share the vast scope of the nation’s largest integrated healthcare system, the challenges and opportunities in recruiting a mission-driven workforce, and how the VA is partnering with hospital associa...

On this edition of Inside the 1581, we’re joined by Patrice Greenawalt, Executive Director of the Oklahoma Center for Nursing, and Kristen Webb, President of the board of directors for the Oklahoma Center for Nursing, as well as Vice President of Patient Care Services and Chief Nursing Officer at DRH Health in Duncan. Together, they share the story behind the creation of the Oklahoma Center for Nu...

On this special edition of Inside the 1581, broadcasting from the annual OHA Healthcare Leaders Forum, we sit down with Kelly Parker, chief financial officer of Share Medical Center in Alva, to discuss the insights he’s gained about his leadership style. In the second half of the episode, Steve Loveless, founder of SoundMind Leadership, joins the conversation to share what inspired him to start a...

On this edition of Inside the 1581, we’re joined by Jacob Cleveland, Director of Youth Medical Mentorship, to explore how this impactful program is shaping the future of healthcare in Oklahoma. Jacob shares the story behind the creation of Youth Medical Mentorship, the dedicated professionals who help it thrive, and the inspiring ways the program connects with students in Oklahoma. To support Yout...

On this edition of Inside the 1581, we take a closer look at a public opinion survey on Oklahomans’ views regarding potential Medicaid cuts. Isaac Squyres, a partner at Jarrard, joins us to discuss the survey data, focusing on how Oklahomans expect to be affected by Medicaid cuts, their overall feelings about healthcare, and their primary concerns surrounding the potential changes.  www.insidethe1...

On this edition of Inside the 1581, we address the recent measles outbreak and the critical role vaccinations play in safeguarding our children and communities. Rich Rasmussen, President and CEO of the Oklahoma Hospital Association, hosts a timely conversation with Dr. Stephanie DeLeon, Associate Chief Medical Officer for Children’s Services at OU Health and Section Chief of Pediatric Hospital Med...

On this edition of Inside the 1581, we address the recent measles outbreak and the critical role vaccinations play in safeguarding our children and communities. Rich Rasmussen, President and CEO of the Oklahoma Hospital Association, hosts a timely conversation with Dr. Stephanie DeLeon, Associate Chief Medical Officer for Children’s Services at OU Health and Section Chief of Pediatric Hospital Med...

On this edition of Inside the 1581, we explore the scope of services provided by the Oklahoma Health Care Authority, the state’s Medicaid agency. Ellen Buettner, Chief Executive Officer of the Oklahoma Health Care Authority, joins us to discuss SoonerSelect, the impact of public-private partnerships, and the individuals covered by Medicaid in Oklahoma. www.insidethe1581.com

On this edition of  Inside the 1581 , we’ll be discussing the 340B drug discount program and its essential role in strengthening the healthcare safety net, especially in rural areas. Trent Bourland, CEO of Coal County General Hospital, and Jay Johnson, president and CEO of DRH Health, Duncan, join us to talk about the 340B program, its impact on hospitals and healthcare providers, and how it affec...

On this edition of Inside the 1581, we explore the current landscape of perinatal care in Oklahoma.  Barbara O'Brien , MS, RN, director of the Oklahoma Perinatal Quality Improvement Collaborative, joins us to discuss the organization’s efforts to enhance perinatal care across the state and the impact of their initiatives. www.insidethe1581.com

On this special edition of “The Voices” on Inside the 1581, broadcasting from the annual OHA Connect conference, we sit down with Bennett Geister, president of Mercy Hospital Oklahoma City Communities. In this conversation, incoming OHA Board Chair Geister shares his thoughts on the state of healthcare in Oklahoma and discusses how Mercy is impacting their communities. www.insidethe1581.com

On this special edition of “The Voices” on Inside the 1581, broadcasting from the annual OHA Connect conference, we sit down with Denise Webber, CEO of Stillwater Medical Center. In this conversation, current OHA Board Chair Webber shares her perspective on the state of healthcare in Oklahoma and discusses how her hospital in Stillwater is supporting the local community. www.insidethe1581.com

On this special edition of “The Voices” on Inside the 1581, broadcasting from the annual OHA Connect conference, we sit down with Trent Bourland, CEO of Coal County General Hospital. In this conversation, Bourland discusses the hospital’s efforts to support its community and the unique challenges they face as a rural hospital. www.insidethe1581.com

On this edition of Inside the 1581, we explore further the impact of Medicare Advantage patients and hospitals in rural communities. Chris Wright, CEO and CNO of Purcell Municipal Hospital, and Dr. Matthew Jared, hospitalist with SSM Health, join us for part 2 to discuss the challenges they’ve faced with Medicare Advantage. www. MedicareDisadvantaged.org

On this edition of Inside the 1581, we explore the impact of Medicare Advantage on rural hospitals and their communities. Chris Wright, CEO and CNO of Purcell Municipal Hospital, and Dr. Matthew Jared, hospitalist with SSM Health, join us to discuss the challenges they’ve faced with Medicare Advantage. www. MedicareDisadvantaged.org