Smart From The Start

Augusta Health has redefined healthcare by shifting from a hospital-centric model to a community-driven, innovative system. In this episode, Mary Mannix discusses her organization's transition from a hospital-centric to a community-focused model. This involved expanding services across a seven-county area with an emphasis on outpatient care and physician recruitment, all while prioritizing workfor...

Innovative technology and a collaborative digital roadmap are essential for empowering patients and transforming healthcare through smart hospital initiatives! In this episode, Donna Roach shares her extensive experience in healthcare IT and the advancements in smart hospital technology, particularly the successful smart room initiative at the Nelson Rehabilitation Hospital, which empowers patient...

What if the seamless integration of artificial intelligence and cutting-edge technology significantly improved your next doctor's visit? In this episode, Dr. Alistair Erskine discusses leveraging technology to improve experiences for patients, care teams, and researchers. He explains how Emory uses conversational AI to create clinical notes from patient-provider dialogues, generative AI to draft r...

In this special summer edition of the Smart From The Start, presented by Care.ai, we bring you an inspiring crossover event with Rich Kenny. In this episode, Rich Kenny discusses his journey from flight nurse to SAS Healthcare Industry Executive Advisor. He now focuses on integrating analytics and AI into healthcare operations to enhance patient care and system efficiency. He emphasizes the critic...

AI goes beyond being an innovative tech tool. It’s also about empowering its users. In this episode of the Smart Care Team Spotlight, Tom Lawry discusses how artificial intelligence can relieve clinicians of repetitive tasks and facilitate a focus on patient care. He emphasizes leadership's vital role in driving AI adoption, exploring innovative applications to enhance patient experiences, and emp...

What progress has been made in reducing hospital-acquired infections and promoting hand hygiene, and what role does transparency play in these improvements? In this episode, Leah Binder shares her invaluable insights on how openness and honesty from healthcare providers can build trust—an essential element in combatting burnout and addressing safety concerns. She explores the founding mission of L...

How critical is clinician feedback in implementing AI solutions in healthcare, and what methods can be employed to gather and incorporate this feedback effectively? In this episode, Judy Murphy shares invaluable lessons learned from the infancy of clinical IT, the evolution of EMRs, and the importance of aligning technology with clinical workflows. She also dives into the potential and challenges...

Balancing personal and professional journeys helps nurses transfer skills and creativity, benefiting patients and healthcare systems. In this crossover episode of the Smart Care Team Spotlight podcast, Molly McCarthy interviews Becky Fox, the Chief Clinical Information Officer of Intermountain Health. Becky discusses how nurses can harness AI to improve patient care, streamline tasks, and make inf...

In an era where digital transformation is reshaping healthcare, how do today's IT leaders navigate the challenges and opportunities of their evolving roles? In this episode, Russell Branzell discusses the evolution of healthcare IT leadership, emphasizing the shift from traditional CIO roles to broader digital health positions, the impact of digital technologies, and the trend of executives moving...

Imagine a world where AI helps reduce mundane tasks for clinicians, giving them more time with patients and potentially improving their work-life balance.  In this episode, Thomas Bentley explores how Wexner Medical Center is leveraging AI and ambient technologies to streamline workflows, alleviate clinician burnout, and improve patient care. He shares his insights on integrating new technologies...

Pediatrics presents unique challenges that require tailored technological solutions, not just scale-downs of adult applications. In this episode, Bernie Rice emphasizes the need for technology that accommodates pediatric patients' diverse age ranges and behaviors, from neonates to young adults. He highlights the importance of discerning technology partners that align with healthcare visions, not j...

The evolving landscape demands proactive involvement to leverage AI's potential benefits while effectively mitigating associated risks. In this episode, Ralph Johnson delves into the burgeoning realm of AI in healthcare and its implications for public policy and patient care and highlights the importance of addressing biases in AI models to ensure equitable healthcare delivery, especially in areas...

Getting involved allows individuals to shape the future of healthcare and contribute to developing smart care facilities. In this episode, Steve Lieber discusses the development of the Smart Hospital Maturity Model, aiming to streamline the adoption of smart care technologies in healthcare facilities. Drawing on his past involvement in creating the EMR Adoption Model, Steve stresses the need for a...

Success in digital health requires user adoption and value, driving financial sustainability, and aligning with strategic objectives. In this episode, Dr. Lee Schwamm shares invaluable insights into the development and implementation of digital health strategies, offering a wealth of knowledge on modernizing healthcare through innovative technologies. He emphasizes the need for a collaborative app...

The healthcare industry is transitioning towards agility and faster innovation cycles to meet evolving patient needs. In this fascinating episode, Steve Lieber interviews healthcare leaders at ViVe 2024, exploring cutting-edge technologies shaping the future of healthcare. David Graham, Rebecca Stametz, and Atul Kanvinde touch on the role of technology in improving workforce satisfaction and stres...

AI can potentially augment the healthcare workforce, enabling professionals to prioritize patient care and reshape healthcare. In this invaluable episode live from ViVe's conference, healthcare professionals Geri Hansen, Jackie Baker, William Kim, and Daniel Thomas share strategies for adopting AI to enhance healthcare delivery and discuss AI's transformative role in reshaping patient care! Tune i...

Revenue trends in healthcare aren't keeping up with rising costs, prompting a need for creative solutions. In this episode, Hiten Patel, Head of Product Management for Penn Medicine, sheds light on the challenges healthcare providers face, including stagnant revenue growth and rising costs. He emphasizes the need for creative solutions, such as pursuing partnerships and diversifying revenue stream...

Embrace AI and automation, or risk being left behind in healthcare's rapidly evolving landscape. In this episode, Dr. Lacy Knight, Chief Health Information Officer at Piedmont Healthcare, discusses transformative technologies in healthcare. Dr. Knight reflects on the rapid evolution of AI and machine learning in the past year, emphasizing the urgency for healthcare systems to adopt these tools or...

ViVE owes its success to a strategic partnership between HLTH and CHIME and its unique focus on serving the business needs of senior healthcare executives! In this episode, Rich Scarfo talks about the philosophy behind organizing healthcare events like HLTH and ViVE, emphasizing the importance of uniting senior executives, creating experiential value, and ensuring participants a solid return on in...

Data plays a crucial role in the quest for better, safer healthcare, and organizing it effectively is vital to achieving specific healthcare outcomes. In this episode, Scott McLean, Senior Vice President and Chief Information Officer at MedStar Health, delves into the buzz around generative AI, its real-world applications in healthcare, like EHR inbox management, and the challenges associated with...

The adoption of smart technologies should prioritize seamlessness and ease for clinicians, allowing them to focus on patient care rather than technology. In this episode, Dr. Ashis Barad, Chief Digital Officer and Information Officer at Allegheny Health Network delves into the significant impact of risk contracts on technology adoption, emphasizing the diverse approaches needed in different health...

Before adopting new technology, identify the specific problem you're solving.  In this episode, Dr. Rob Bart explores the current landscape of digital health and artificial intelligence in healthcare. Dr. Bart shares valuable insights into the multidimensional analysis required for adopting new technologies, emphasizing the importance of solving specific problems and achieving a clear return on i...

Join us with this unique crossover event featuring Molly McCarthy, Microsoft's former Chief Nursing Officer, and her podcast, The Smart Care Team Spotlight, presented by Care.ai. In this special crossover special, Molly McCarthy engages in a captivating conversation with Judy Murphy, clinical informatics pioneer and former CNO of IBM Healthcare. Explore the highs and lows of AI implementation in h...

Embark on an inspiring healthcare journey led by Ed Marx, CEO at Marx Advisory, as he unveils the transformative leaders shaping the industry. Immerse yourself in human-centered design, patient-centric approaches, and the disruptive force of AI. Explore the crucial elements of smart clinician integration and calculated risks as this episode carefully navigates the delicate balance between the art...

Join us in an engaging conversation as we delve into the transformative impact of innovation and smart hospital practices on the healthcare landscape! This special holiday episode marks a unique crossover event with Molly McCarthy's podcast, "Smart Care Team Spotlight." We are delighted to present a captivating discussion featuring Molly's esteemed guest, Eric Wallis, Senior Vice President and Sys...