Beyond the Blueprint - Health Series

Join us for an insightful conversation with Kris Baird, President of Baird Group, as we explore what it really takes to lead change in healthcare—without the formal title. Kris shares practical strategies for influencing culture, building trust across clinical teams, and elevating ideas that drive better outcomes. From navigating hierarchy to activating peer influencers and cultivating resilience,...

Join us for a compelling conversation with Ali Youssef, Director of Emerging Technology Security at Henry Ford Health, as we unpack the real-world complexities of healthcare cybersecurity. Ali shares how his team is navigating the tension between innovation and risk—managing aging infrastructure, securing AI-powered medical devices, and preparing for a future shaped by automation. From balancing c...

Join us for a timely conversation with Jane Sarasohn-Kahn, renowned health economist, advisor, and author, as we examine the evolving landscape of consumer healthcare. Jane breaks down how shifting expectations, digital innovation, and eroding institutional trust are reshaping how patients engage with care. From wearable tech adoption and the power of food-as-medicine to health equity blind spots...

Join us for an engaging conversation with Dr. Brenda Hage, Professor and Chief Nurse Administrator at Florida Gulf Coast University, as we explore the future of nursing through the lens of education and workforce transformation. Dr. Hage shares how innovative strategies like designated education units, competency-based learning, and immersive simulation experiences are addressing critical gaps in...

Join us for a compelling conversation with Rick Evans, Senior Vice President and Chief Experience Officer at NewYork-Presbyterian, as we explore how digital transformation and human-centered design are reshaping patient care. Rick shares how NYP is advancing patient and staff experience by integrating flexible care models, improving digital access, and rethinking healthcare spaces to meet diverse...

Join us for a compelling panel discussion on AI governance in healthcare, recorded in collaboration with AMDIS. In this episode, Dr. Amy Sitapati, Dr. Jessica Schlicher, and Dr. John Lee explore the real-world challenges and opportunities facing health systems as they adopt AI tools. From the promise of ambient documentation and sepsis prediction to the critical need for clinician-led governance,...

Join us as we explore the transformative potential of human-centric AI with Eric Thorsen, CEO of Vision Catalyst. In this episode, Eric discusses the importance of developing AI that empowers healthcare professionals rather than replacing them. He shares insights on how AI can enhance patient care, improve operational efficiency, and address staffing shortages. Eric also highlights the need for he...

Join us as we explore personalized medicine with Dr. Ali Tinazli, CEO of lifespin. In this episode, Dr. Tinazli discusses how metabolomics technology can create a comprehensive snapshot of a patient's health status using blood samples and advanced analytics. He explains how lifespin's innovative approach uses nuclear magnetic resonance and AI to detect early signs of disease through metabolic prof...

Join us as we explore the critical role of alarm management in healthcare with Kathleen Snyder, a renowned expert in clinical decision support systems. In this episode, Snyder discusses the challenges hospitals face with alarm fatigue and its impact on nursing burnout and patient care. She highlights the benefits of advanced alarm management systems, including the concept of a "silent ICU," and sh...

Join us as we explore the strategic implementation of Customer Relationship Management (CRM) systems in healthcare with Kevon Kothari, President and CEO of Certify Health. In this episode, Kothari discusses how CRM tools can transform patient engagement through workflow automation and effective communication strategies. He highlights real-world applications in post-surgical care and chronic diseas...

Discover how modular construction and smart room design are revolutionizing healthcare infrastructure with Grant Geiger, CEO and founder of EIR Healthcare. In this episode, Grant shares how industrialized construction and integrated technology are helping health systems accelerate project timelines, reduce costs, and improve care outcomes. Learn how MedModular's offsite-built patient rooms are str...

Join us as we explore the transformative power of value-based care and innovative design in healthcare delivery with Dr. Harm Scherpbier, Adjunct Professor for Population Health at Thomas Jefferson University. In this episode, Dr. Scherpbier discusses the shift from traditional hospital-centric models to a patient-centered approach that emphasizes care in the home and community settings. He highli...

In this episode, emergency physician and healthcare informatics expert Dr. John Lee discusses the critical importance of data governance as healthcare organizations transition to value-based care models. Dr. Lee explains how effective data governance ensures consistent data definitions across an organization, allowing for meaningful analytics that drive improved patient outcomes. He shares practic...

Explore how technology and systematic design are transforming mental health services for underserved populations with Dr. Michael Rice, Professor Emeritus at the College of Nursing at the University of Colorado. In this episode, Dr. Rice shares his extensive experience using telehealth and video conferencing to bridge the gap in psychiatric care for rural communities. Learn about the evolution of...

Discover how digital storytelling is transforming patient engagement and healthcare communication. In this episode, Tim Jones, co-founder and CEO of Health Nuts Media, explores the power of narrative in helping patients navigate complex healthcare journeys. Learn how hospitals and health systems can leverage storytelling, animation, and AI-powered tools to enhance patient understanding, improve ou...

Discover how Communications Platform as a Service (CPaaS) is revolutionizing healthcare communication. In this episode, telecom expert Myron Wallace unpacks how CPaaS, combined with private 5G networks, enhances clinical mobility, supports virtual nursing, and streamlines workflows for care teams. Learn how integrating these technologies can improve efficiency, reduce nurse frustration, and create...

Explore the evolving landscape of population health management with Dr. Harm Scherpbier, Adjunct Professor at Thomas Jefferson University. In this episode recorded at the Population Health Colloquium in Philadelphia, Scherpbier shares key insights on transitioning from traditional fee-for-service models to value-based care that focuses on entire patient populations. Learn how healthcare organizati...

Discover how innovative clinical communication and collaboration (CC&C) platforms are transforming healthcare efficiency and patient safety. In this episode, Ron Remy, CEO of Mobile Heartbeat, shares insights on a groundbreaking "top-down" ROI model that challenges traditional approaches to clinical communication solutions. Learn how unified communication systems can save nurses up to 22 minutes p...

How can virtual healthcare seamlessly integrate into traditional hospital settings to improve patient outcomes and reduce costs? In this episode hosts Gregg and Keith sit down with Dr. Saamer Siddiqi, founder and CEO of LiveMed, to explore the challenges and innovations shaping digital healthcare. Dr. Siddiqi shares insights on overcoming provider hesitancy, streamlining telemedicine adoption, and...

Discover how thoughtful design and emerging technologies, like AI, are simplifying complexity and enhancing patient care. In this episode, Dr. Jessica Schleicher, Chief Medical Officer for Virtual Care and Digital Health at Providence, shares insights on how to transform healthcare by focusing on the joy of caring for people. Learn how innovative solutions like MedPearl are empowering clinicians t...

The future of healthcare delivery is evolving beyond hospital walls. In this episode, Evan Pankey and Jessica Yang explore the innovative "Hospital at Home" model that's transforming patient care. Learn how this approach delivers hospital-grade care in patients' homes, reducing facility overcrowding while improving outcomes and satisfaction. Our guests discuss real-world implementation success sto...

Explore the potential of centralized patient surveillance and virtual care through the lens of smart design principles.  Angus Douglas, Chief Solutions Architect for GE Healthcare's Patient Monitoring Division, delves into how centralized systems and virtual care are transforming patient monitoring. Explore the design strategies that enhance safety, optimize clinical workflows, and drive the next...

In this episode of Beyond the Blueprint, Kris Baird, RN, President & CEO of the Baird Group, shares her expertise on leveraging stakeholder engagement to improve healthcare design and technology integration. With a focus on fostering collaboration, addressing consumer-driven expectations, and aligning organizational goals, Kris discusses practical strategies to drive innovation and enhance patient...

Explore the transformative potential of enterprise mobility in healthcare with Chris Talbot, National Sales Director at Spectralink. In this episode, Chris discusses how mobile technologies streamline communication, boost clinician efficiency, and enhance patient outcomes. Chris also delves into overcoming challenges like system fragmentation, application redundancies, and the integration of AI-dr...

What does the future of patient care look like in a digital world? Join us as Howard Landa, MD, CMIO at Adventist Health and President of AMDIS, dives into the game-changing impact of digital tools on healthcare. In this episode, Dr. Landa unpacks the rapid evolution of digital patient engagement post-pandemic, reveals how leading health systems overcome operational challenges in scaling digital p...