Becker’s Healthcare Podcast

In this episode, Scott Knoer, PharmD, MS, FASHP, Regional Chief Pharmacy Officer, shares how he is transforming pharmacy at MercyOne by building ambulatory and specialty infrastructure, strengthening leadership teams, and driving improvement in both outcomes and the system's bottom line.

In this episode, Craig Kurtzweil, Chief Data and Analytics Officer for UnitedHealthcare’s commercial business, shares insights from UnitedHealthcare’s latest employer health trends report, including rising costs among younger workers, more frequent catastrophic claims, and growing metabolic risks. He discusses how data driven strategies can help employers better target engagement, prevention, and...

In this episode, Rory KJ Murphy, MD, neurosurgical, orthopedic, and minimally invasive spine surgeon at Barrow Neurological Institute, discusses evolving debates around multilevel cervical disc replacement versus fusion, emerging research in spinal cord injury care, and the growing role of neuroprosthetics.

In this episode, Amy Gutman, MD, Emergency Physician and Founder, ToughLoveMD shares how understanding stress physiology and metabolic health can improve decision making, resilience, and leadership. She offers practical guidance for physicians and leaders looking to perform better without burning out.

In this episode, Regina Foley, President of Specialty Hospitals and Clinical Services and Chief Nurse Executive at Hackensack Meridian Health, discusses stabilizing and supporting the nursing workforce, leveraging technology like virtual nursing and AI, and expanding ambulatory care. She also shares how the health system is preparing to provide care during the FIFA World Cup and other community-fo...

In this episode, Alexander Rakul, MHA, PhD, Chief Administration Officer for Kaiser Permanente’s Central Valley Service Area, joins the podcast to discuss post-pandemic challenges facing health systems and key priorities for the year ahead. He shares how understanding patient needs, helping patients navigate complex systems, and optimizing care for older populations are shaping strategy, along wit...

In this episode, Wright Lassiter III, President & CEO at CommonSpirit Health, shares how lessons from athletics, Lean thinking, and personal reflection have shaped his leadership philosophy. He discusses perseverance, courage, self care, and why CommonSpirit is positioned to lead through healthcare’s most complex challenges.

This episode recorded live at the Becker’s 13th Annual CEO + CFO Roundtable features Peter D. Banko,  President & CEO of Baystate Health. Here, he discusses how Baystate Health is strengthening its commitment to people-centric care while navigating the realities of cost management and the evolving landscape of AI governance. He shares insights into building resilient, future-ready health syste...

In this episode, Nicole Stallings, President and CEO of the Hospital and Healthsystem Association of Pennsylvania, joins Igor Belokrinitsky and Ran Strul, Partners at Oliver Wyman, to discuss a new report warning that up to 14 Pennsylvania hospitals could close without policy intervention. They explore Medicaid reimbursement gaps, workforce and technology challenges, and the state policy actions n...

In this episode, Hasan B. Alam, Surgeon-in-Chief at Northwestern Memorial Hospital and Chair of the Department of Surgery at the Feinberg School of Medicine at Northwestern University, joins the podcast to discuss building a strong workplace culture, securing partnerships and funding without compromising research quality, and improving the discharge process to enhance patient outcomes and operatio...

In this episode, Julie Holt, CNO/ VP of Patient Care Services & Paula Campbell, RN, MHI, Chief Nursing Information Officer at The Christ Hospital share how organization is using virtual nursing and care model innovation to address workforce challenges, improve safety, and support nurses at the bedside. They discuss results so far, plans to scale the model, and what it means for the future of n...

This episode recorded live at the Becker’s 13th Annual CEO + CFO Roundtable features John Mallia, Interim Chief Financial Officer at Methodist Le Bonheur Healthcare. Here, he discusses how Methodist Le Bonheur Healthcare is navigating revenue cycle and payer dynamics while adapting financial strategies to meet evolving challenges. He shares insights into managing patient expectations and addressin...

In this episode, Dr. Zeshan Anwar, Associate Chief Medical Officer for Pennsylvania hospitals and System Chief of Hospital Medicine at The Guthrie Clinic, discusses the pressures and possibilities facing rural healthcare today. He shares how his team is navigating workforce challenges, federal policy shifts, telehealth uncertainty, and digital transformation to improve patient flow, safety, and re...

In this episode, Alan Condon, Editor in Chief at Becker’s Healthcare, joins Scott Becker to break down major revenue cycle developments, including Tenet regaining full control of Conifer Health Solutions and new RCM platforms targeting rural providers.

In this episode, Jakob Emerson, Associate News Director at Becker’s Healthcare, breaks down Kaiser Permanente’s entry into Nevada, growing tensions between hospitals and Medicare Advantage plans, and how federal payment changes are squeezing major insurers while smaller, specialized plans gain ground.

In this episode, Dr. David Marcozzi, Chief Clinical Officer at University of Maryland Medical Center and Associate Dean of Clinical Affairs at the School of Medicine, discusses implementing high reliability practices, expanding access to specialized care, and preparing for the upcoming AHEAD model. He also explores leveraging automation and AI to reduce administrative burden, support the workforce...

In this episode, Sham Firdausi, Deputy Chief Financial Officer of County of Santa Clara Health System, shares how a mission driven finance and revenue cycle strategy is helping one of the nation’s largest public health systems navigate historic funding headwinds. He discusses payer provider collaboration, responsible AI adoption, and building operationally integrated finance teams to protect acces...

In this episode, Robert Corona, DO, MBA, FCAP, FASCP, John B. Henry Professor of Pathology and Chief Executive Officer at SUNY Upstate Medical University Hospital, joins the podcast to discuss reducing workplace violence, easing administrative burden through new technologies, and improving pathology operations with innovations such as drone-based transportation. He also shares where he sees opport...

In this episode, Laura Dyrda, Vice President and Editor in Chief of Becker’s Healthcare, joins Scott Becker to discuss how Community Health Systems and CommonSpirit Health are pruning portfolios and simplifying operations to strengthen performance. She also shares insights on Oracle’s expansion of clinical AI to reduce clinician burden and improve care delivery.

In this episode, recorded live at the Becker’s 13th Annual CEO + CFO Roundtable, Abha Agrawal discusses how NorthStar Hospitals is reshaping rural healthcare by advancing the technology agenda and elevating the patient experience. She shares insights into building sustainable, tech-forward systems that improve access and outcomes for communities often left behind. In collaboration with R1 .

In this episode, Joe Benardello, Chief Growth Officer and co-founder of IKS Health, discusses how accountable partnerships and agentic AI are transforming healthcare delivery. He explores how technology, human collaboration, and shared accountability can drive better patient outcomes, reduce clinician burden, and create sustainable value for health systems. This episode is sponsored by IKS Health...

In this episode, Kristie Spencer, Vice President of Provider Partnerships at Elevance Health, shares how the company is aligning incentives, leveraging digital tools, and using AI to simplify workflows. She explains how effective partnerships and actionable data are driving better outcomes, affordability, and sustainability in value-based care.

In this episode, Darrell Bodnar, Chief Information Officer of North Country Healthcare, discusses leading technology strategy across three independent critical access hospitals amid regulatory uncertainty and payer shifts. He shares how responsible AI adoption, from ambient documentation to workflow automation, is improving provider satisfaction while helping rural systems plan for an unpredictabl...

In this episode, recorded live at the Becker’s 13th Annual CEO + CFO Roundtable, Dave Newman discusses how Sanford Health is expanding access by innovating virtual care—meeting patients where they are, including by phone. He shares insight into preventive strategies for chronic kidney disease and emphasizes how collaboration across teams and technologies serves as a powerful catalyst for progress...

In this episode, Scott Becker reviews 6 key developments, including Providence Mission Hospital’s plan to phase out acute care, growing tension between health systems and Medicare Advantage plans, multiple hospital leadership changes, and more.