Digital Health Leaders Podcast

In this episode, Harmeet Chauhan, CEO of GS Lab | GAVS Technologies, shares his insights on the evolving role of AI and data infrastructure in healthcare. He emphasizes the importance of building robust, scalable data foundations before implementing AI and advanced analytics to ensure measurable outcomes. Harmeet discusses his perspective on how emerging trends, such as the integration of unstruct...

Allyson Fryhoff, Managing Director of Global Healthcare and Life Sciences at Amazon Web Services (AWS) joins Russ Branzell, President and CEO of CHIME to discuss how healthcare organizations are navigating various phases of cloud adoption and the implications for data interoperability, cybersecurity, and the human element of care. Recently recognized as the 2025 Best in KLAS award winner for Publi...

Russ Branzell, President and CEO of CHIME welcomes PV SubbaRao, Senior Vice President of Global Healthcare and Life Sciences at Rackspace for an in-depth discussion on the rapidly evolving landscape of cloud strategy in healthcare. PV shares his insights on the biggest shifts in cloud strategy, common challenges, and how digital health leaders can best balance scalability, security, and flexibilit...

Jason Barr, Vice President of Healthcare at ID.me joins Russ Branzell, President and CEO of CHIME to breakdown the complexities of federated identity in healthcare – including the implications of TEFCA and its impact on patient authentication and interoperability. Jason discusses identity verification’s impact on data sharing, security, and patient trust in an increasingly digital healthcare ecosy...

Russ Branzell, President and CEO of CHIME welcomes fellow CHIME Board Member, Jon Manis, SVP and CIO at CHRISTUS Health to the show for an insightful conversation about the transformative power of a "Think Differently" mindset in healthcare. A long-time leader in digital health, Jon shares his perspectives on challenging conventional thinking to drive innovation and the need for modern C...

President and CEO of CHIME, Russ Branzell welcomes recently appointed CHIME Board member, Michael Blumental, Chief Strategy Officer at Hyro as they discuss the scalability of AI, leading with agility, and fostering collaboration on a global scale across five generations serving the healthcare workforce. Key Takeaways : Key insights into the challenges of AI adoption and its potential to create sus...

Adam Gale, Founder and CEO of KLAS and Shiv Rao, MD, Founder, CEO of Abridge join Russ Branzell, President and CEO of CHIME as they discuss the significance of the KLAS Trailblazer Award, the impact of its recognition, and what broader trends in digital health and AI-driven solutions healthcare executives should consider as they seek to future-proof their organizations.  Key Takeaways: The signifi...

Russ Branzell, President and CEO of CHIME, welcomes Adnan Iqbal, CEO, Luma Health and Michelle Winfield-Hanrahan, Chief Clinical Access Officer, University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences to the show for a critical conversation about the complex realities facing clinical care teams, improving patient outcomes, and the power of preserving human connection in healthcare.   Tune in as we explore how...

CHIME President and CEO, Russ Branzell welcomes BJ Schaknowski, CEO at symplr and Matt Kull, EVP, Chief Information and Digital Officer at Inova Health as they discuss the key challenges and opportunities facing digital health leaders at the intersection of technology, innovation, and operational efficiency.   Hear critical insights on AI integration, ensuring long-term sustainability in cloud mig...

In the latest Leader-to-Leader episode, Russ Branzell, President and CEO of CHIME, and Paul Slaughter, Chief Operating Officer of Nordic Global, discuss how digital health leaders can overcome operational challenges and support rural health initiatives through innovation.    The conversation explores the critical role of leadership in navigating critical challenges, supporting rural healthcare, an...

CHIME President and CEO, Russ Branzell welcomes Dr. Heather Haugen, Vice President of Healthcare and Life Sciences at NTT Data to the L2L Podcast for an inspiring episode. An expert in health information technology, Dr. Haugen, author of the bestselling book Beyond Implementation: A Prescription for the Adoption of Healthcare Technology , shares her insights on how digital health leaders can drive...

In this episode, Russ Branzell, CHIME President & CEO, talks with Dr. Sangita Reddy, Joint Managing Director at Apollo Hospitals, about digital health's role in global collaboration.

Host: Russ Branzell, CHIME President & CEO  Guest: Lisa Gallagher, CHIME National Advisor for Cybersecurity 

In our latest Leader2Leader episode, CHIME President and CEO, Russ Branzell, sits down with Sandy Saggar, CEO of Connexall, to dive deep into the evolving landscape of connected healthcare technologies and fostering a culture that focuses on continuous learning and growth. From overcoming the challenges of managing complex healthcare environments to driving meaningful change in patient care, Sandy...

Sponsored by ELLKAY Speakers: Russ Branzell, CHIME President & CEO Ajay Kapare, President & Chief Strategy Officer, ELLKAY Dan Howard, Chief Information Officer, San Ysidro Health Overview/Conversation Points   Discussion on the ethical implications of using big data and AI in healthcare  Overview of regulatory frameworks governing data privacy and AI in healthcare  Strategies for ensuring...

On today's CHIMECast Episode, Hosted by Russ Branzell, President and CEO of CHIME, we welcome Rich Rodgers , Vice President of Product Management, Oracle and Roopa McNealis - Healthcare Chief of Staff, Oracle. Tune in to hear how we explore the challenges and opportunities shaping the future of healthcare and dive into market trends, key operational challenges, and actionable strategies to help he...

Sponsored by ELLKAY In today's episode Russ, President and CEO, CHIME, talks with Aaron Miri, CHCIO, CDH-E, FCHIME SVP and Chief Digital & Information Officer, Baptist Health and Ajay Kapare, President and President and Chief Strategy Officer, ELLKAY. Together, they discuss: How AI is transforming healthcare delivery  The role of multi-modal data in training AI algorithms  Case studies of succ...

As we continue to celebrate Rusty Yeager as our 2025 CIO of the Year, we're excited to release our latest CHIMECast Episode: Celebrating Visionary Leadership: CHIME’s 2025 CIO of the Year. With six years on the CHIME Board of Trustees and a legacy of leadership in digital health, Rusty shares his inspiring journey and vision for the future of healthcare. In this episode, Russ Branzell, CHIME Presi...

Join us as CHIME President and CEO, Russ Branzell, sits down with BJ, CEO of symplr. In today's episode we dive into: The ever evolving landscape of healthcare operations How symplr is navigating challenges like cybersecurity threats, staff shortages, and financial pressure Innovative strategies for bridging departmental gaps and fostering collaboration in healthcare And more! Whether you're a lea...

In this episode Russ Branzell, President and CEO of CHIME, talks with Tina Burbine, Principal, Strategic Advisory Services - Digital Health at Nordic Global, and Jason B. Griffin, Managing Director - Digital Health Strategy and Cyber Practice Leader at Nordic Global about their collaboration in improving patient care.

Welcome to the latest episode of CHIMEcast! In this insightful "Road to Forum" episode, CHIME President & CEO Russ Branzell sits down with digital health visionary and Optimum Healthcare IT Board Member, Mike Jackman. They explore the critical role of digital transformation in healthcare, offering a sneak peek into the much-anticipated CHIME24 Fall Forum, taking place in San Diego from Novembe...

Sponsored by ELLKAY In this episode, Russ Branzell, President and CEO at CHIME is joined by Dr. Zafar Chaudry, Senior Vice President and Chief Digital and Information Officer at Seattle Children’s, and Ajay Kapare, President & Chief Strategy Officer at ELLKAY.

Join us for another enlightening L2L Podcast episode as Russ Branzell, President and CEO of CHIME, welcomes Clint Drawdy, CEO of iMethods. Clint shares his journey from business development to leadership, highlighting his passion for building strong relationships and fostering a people-first culture. Listen in as they discuss a variety of topics, including: Strategies implemented to ensure teams a...

In this episode of Road to Forum , CHIME President & CEO Russ Branzell sits down with Curtis Watkins , President and CEO of CereCore, to explore the transformative role of digital innovation in healthcare. They discuss the impact of AI and machine learning on patient care, strategies for overcoming resource constraints, and the importance of patient-centric design in digital transformation. Cu...

In this episode of the Leader to Leader Podcast, Russ Branzell, CEO and President of CHIME, engages with James E. Woods II, the head of Enterprise Informatics at Philips North America. They explore the evolving landscape of digital health, emphasizing the shift from collecting data to effectively utilizing it for improved patient outcomes. The conversation highlights the importance of integrating...