Healthcare Disrupted: Bold Leadership for a New Era

A mother and daughter both became nurses. One was told to “pay your dues, don’t complain, and earn your place.” The other was told, “Set boundaries, protect your mental health, and don’t settle.” Who’s right, or are we finally admitting nursing was never meant to be lived one way? In this episode of Healthcare Disrupted, we explore how two generations experience the same profession, what's changed...

Mistakes are costly in health care, and most occur when teams are too afraid to speak up. In this episode of Healthcare Disrupted, leadership expert and author Minette Norman sits down with Amy Wilson to explain why psychological safety should be a top priority for leaders who are serious about creating a culture of belonging, operational excellence, and unlocking individual potential.   

For decades, nurses have been recognized for their compassion at the bedside, but today, a new role is transforming healthcare: the nurse scientist. In this episode of Healthcare Disrupted, we explore how nurse scientists are bridging the gap between research and practice, accelerating the adoption of evidence, and challenging outdated systems that slow progress. You’ll hear from Elizabeth, SSM He...

What exactly is evidence-based practice (EBP), and why does it matter now more than ever?   In this episode, we break down the difference between evidence-based medicine and evidence-based practice, explore why EBP is a core competency for nursing, and uncover how it drives value across patient care, operations, and education.   We also explore the big questions: How do we balance standardization...

In our final episode of 2025, we’re taking a step back to reflect on why Healthcare Disrupted began and how far we’ve come. This year, we explored some of the biggest challenges and opportunities in healthcare, from AI’s impact on patient care to addressing nurse burnout and shaping the future of nursing. Join us as we celebrate the conversations that sparked change, highlight the voices that insp...

If policy shapes every patient interaction, isn't it time clinicians shaped policy?   In this episode of Healthcare Disrupted, Amy Wilson sits down with Michael Richards, System VP of Government Affairs and Public Policy at SSM Health, to uncover how policy shapes every moment of care and why clinicians must be part of redefining the system’s future.   From workforce shortages to value-based care,...

In this raw and eye-opening episode of Healthcare Disrupted, we step away from the boardroom and into the trenches of patient care. Colby Spencer, Cardiac Stepdown RN at SSM Health St. Anthony Hospital - Oklahoma City, opens up about the honest, unfiltered thoughts of nurses today. The emotional toll, the physical exhaustion, and the growing disconnect between leaders' expectations and the day-to-...

The nursing workforce is at a critical crossroads, and one path forward depends on how we open doors for the next generation. In this episode of Healthcare Disrupted, we sit down with Dr. Karen Cox, President of Chamberlain University, to explore the groundbreaking Aspiring Nurse Program created in partnership with SSM Health. Dr. Cox and Amy Wilson unpack the significance of the Aspiring Nurse Pr...

Nurses are the heart of healthcare, but what happens when the weight becomes too heavy to bear? In Episode 3 of Healthcare Disrupted: Bold Leadership for a New Era, we search beyond human limits for a solution to nurse burnout.   Julie Winegar, RN-Director of Strategic Clinical Workforce Planning at SSM Health, reveals red flags that signal when nurses are nearing their breaking point. From quiet...

Is AI the cure for healthcare's deepest wounds, or a dangerous dose of overreach? In this controversial episode of Healthcare Disrupted, Saad Chaudhry, Chief Digital and Information Officer at SSM Health, and Amy Wilson dive into the promises and pitfalls of artificial intelligence in patient care. From algorithmic bias and data privacy to reduced workload burden and clinical decision-making, no a...

Health care wasn't built for the complexity we're navigating today - and the cracks are starting to show. In the debut episode of Healthcare Disrupted: Bold Leadership for a New Era, host Amy Wilson uncovers the fractured foundations threatening our healthcare system. From workforce strain to siloed innovation, she dives into the hidden (and not-so-hidden) barriers holding us back and why now is t...

Healthcare is at a breaking point, and a breakthrough is long overdue. “Healthcare Disrupted” brings trailblazing clinical leaders together to discuss what’s next. Hosted by Amy Wilson, DNP, RN, CPHQ, and sitting Chief Nurse Executive at SSM Health, this show dives into real conversations most are too afraid to have – about the future of our profession, the challenges eroding the system, and the b...