Becker’s Healthcare Podcast

In this episode, Ian Mcnickle, Chief Executive Officer, Icon Dental Partners, discusses the importance of strong partnerships with clinicians, and the strategies driving sustainable growth in dentistry. He also shares insights on leadership, supporting practice success, and preparing for the future of dental care.

In this episode, Alejandro Fernandez, MBA, CMPE, Chief Executive Officer, Synergy Orthopedic Specialists, Inc., discusses his journey in healthcare leadership, the value of physician led organizations, and his vision for building an integrated orthopedic platform that improves care and operational excellence.

In this episode, Jeremy Meller, CIO, Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta, shares lessons learned from opening a 2 million square foot hospital designed with AI, robotics, and real-time location systems at its core. He discusses how simulation-driven planning, “Cardboard City,” and integrated technologies like autonomous robots and virtual nursing are transforming patient experience, clinician workflo...

In this episode, Dr. Krista Kappus, Dentist, Private Dental Practice, shares how her practice is navigating rising costs, insurance reimbursement challenges, and the growing role of AI in dentistry. She discusses using AI to streamline insurance workflows, improve practice efficiency, and what dental leaders should prioritize to stay competitive in a rapidly changing environment.

This episode recorded live at the Becker's 23rd Annual Spine, Orthopedic and Pain Management-Driven ASC + The Future of Spine Conference features Dr. Robert Norton, Founding Partner and Spine Surgeon, Florida Spine Associates. He shares how investing in leadership, building high performing teams, and staying adaptable are helping his organization navigate workforce challenges, drive sustainable gr...

In this episode, Van Ton-Quinlivan, CEO of Futuro Health, discusses how workforce development is reshaping healthcare by expanding debt-free allied health training programs and strengthening employer alignment.

In this episode, Shelby Decosta, SVP and Chief Business Development Officer at Kaiser Permanente, discusses how strategic partnerships are expanding access to value-based care while improving quality, affordability, and patient outcomes.

This episode recorded live at the Becker's 23rd Annual Spine, Orthopedic and Pain Management-Driven ASC + The Future of Spine Conference features Dr. John Peloza, Physician, PelozaSpine. He discusses the growth of concierge spine care, performing complex procedures in the ASC setting, the importance of experienced teams and innovative technologies, and why patient outcomes and experience remain th...

In this episode, Alan Condon, Editor-in-Chief at Becker's Healthcare, discusses the legal battle over Medicaid work requirements and the evolving rural hospital M&A landscape, including Quorum Health's growth strategy and Banner Health's latest transaction.

In this episode, Paul Testa, MD, Chief Health Informatics Officer at NYU Langone Health, joins the podcast to discuss how AI is being leveraged to create the best possible patient experience. He shares the value of “practicing out loud” to foster transparency and collaboration, and explains why building trust among patients, clinicians, and technology leaders is essential to the successful adoptio...

This episode recorded live at the Becker's Rural Health Leadership Summit features Shane Sanborn, Chief Executive Officer, Shoshone Medical Center. He shares how rural healthcare leaders can navigate uncertainty through strong communication, strategic partnerships, and organizational agility while aligning community needs with transformational funding opportunities and long-term sustainability goa...

This episode recorded live at the Becker's 23rd Annual Spine, Orthopedic and Pain Management-Driven ASC + The Future of Spine Conference features Dr. Clay Dorenkamp, Orthopedic Surgeon, Michigan Orthopedic Center. He discusses leveraging technology to improve patient communication, reduce administrative burdens, and support revenue cycle operations, while emphasizing the importance of leadership a...

In this episode, Scott Becker highlights three positive healthcare trends, including AI adoption, the growth of GLP-1 access, and a stronger nursing workforce.

This episode recorded live at the Becker's Rural Health Leadership Summit features Justin Harris, Chief Executive Officer, Daviess Community Hospital, Deaconess Health System. He discusses restoring core healthcare services, achieving financial stability through strategic partnerships, and the leadership principles of transparency, positivity, and community engagement that are driving sustainable...

In this episode, Wendy Merchant-Schulte, Vice President of Nursing Services at Orbis, and Dr. Hollie Caldwell, Dean of the College of Nursing at Concordia University, discuss how collaborative academic and healthcare partnerships can create more consistent, student-centered nursing education while strengthening the workforce pipeline. This episode is sponsored by Orbis Education .

This episode recorded live at the Becker's 23rd Annual Spine, Orthopedic and Pain Management-Driven ASC + The Future of Spine Conference features Dr. Dominic Maggio, Owner, Chief Executive Officer and Neurosurgeon, Legacy Spine & Neurological Specialists. He shares insights on building a strong organizational culture, balancing operational efficiency with high-quality patient care, and evaluat...

In this episode, Manav Sevak, CEO, Novitas Holdings, Venkat Mocherla, Founder of Midstream, and Malinka Walaliyadde, CEO, AKASA, discuss how artificial intelligence is transforming healthcare operations, revenue cycle, patient navigation, and clinical decision-making. They explore why health systems should focus on high impact AI initiatives, rethink enterprise adoption, and prepare for a future w...

In this episode, Dr. Bobbie Kumar, Physician Founder and Director of MOOV Health and Wellness, discusses the growing interest in longevity medicine, the role of personalized prevention, and why preserving function and independence should be a central goal of healthcare.  This episode is sponsored by Vituity & MOOV .

In this episode, Eric Huckins, Chief Growth Officer, Lumicera Health Services, Michael DePaz, Vice President of Supply Chain Specialty Pharmacy, Clarventa, and Jamie Palzkill, Director of Manufacturer Relations & Contracting, Clarventa, discuss rising drug costs, supply chain transparency, and the launch of Clarventa’s net-price procurement model. They explore how innovative partnerships can h...

In this episode, Mouneer Odeh, MA, Chief Data and Artificial Intelligence Officer at Cedars-Sinai, joins the podcast to discuss the technology trends reshaping healthcare organizations and how AI is influencing changes in organizational structure. He shares how AI is helping simplify complex processes and explores the evolving relationship between people and technology, emphasizing the importance...

This episode recorded live at the Becker's 23rd Annual Spine, Orthopedic and Pain Management-Driven ASC + The Future of Spine Conference features Dr. Leo T. Kroonen, Chief, Orthopaedic Surgery, Kaiser Permanente San Diego. He discusses tackling post-pandemic access challenges, redesigning care pathways through virtual orthopedics and provider collaboration, and why curiosity and openness to change...

In this episode, Brett Antczak, MHA, Founder of Age of Advantage L.L.C., discusses why burnout is a leadership design challenge rather than a wellness issue, sharing practical strategies for building resilience, creating sustainable success, and leading with greater clarity and purpose. He also highlights lessons from his new book, Architecting the Sovereign Leader, and his Mastery Beyond the Boar...

This episode recorded live at the Becker's Rural Health Leadership Summit features Dr. JohnRich Levin, Chief Nursing Officer, Reeves Regional Health. He discusses preparing rural care teams for complex clinical scenarios, strengthening workforce and leadership development, and why clarity, visibility, and adaptability are essential for delivering high-quality care in resource-constrained communiti...

This episode recorded live at the Becker's 23rd Annual Spine, Orthopedic and Pain Management-Driven ASC + The Future of Spine Conference features Dr. Brian J. Cole, Chair of Orthopedics and RUSH, Managing Partner at Midwest Orthopedics, Sports Medicine Orthopaedic Surgeon, Midwest Orthopaedics at RUSH. He discusses the importance of scale, culture-driven leadership, and principled decision-making...

This episode recorded live at the Becker's 23rd Annual Spine, Orthopedic and Pain Management-Driven ASC + The Future of Spine Conference features Dr. Akshay Yadhati, Orthopedic Spine Surgeon, Austin Regional Clinic. He discusses launching and scaling a spine surgery program, expanding access to advanced technologies such as robotic and endoscopic spine procedures, and creating comprehensive care p...