Chris Ragsdale, MBA, Vice President and CAO of Value-Based Care at Rochester Regional Health

In this episode of the Becker’s Healthcare Podcast, Scott Becker interviews Dr. Jay Robinson III, PsyD, Senior Vice President and Area Manager at Kaiser Permanente. Dr. Robinson shares insights on the transformative role of AI in reducing provider burnout, strategies for tackling workforce challenges, the importance of health equity, and advice for aspiring leaders in healthcare.

In this episode, Dr. Nick Patel, CEO & Founder of Stealth Consulting and Adjunct Professor at USC, shares insights on the transformative role of AI in clinical decision-making, the future of digital health, and strategies to address workforce challenges in healthcare. Dr. Patel also offers valuable advice for emerging physician leaders navigating an increasingly digital healthcare landscape.

In this episode, Mark Davis, Adjunct Professor at the Forsyth Institute and former COO of the Miami Cancer Institute, shares his journey in operational turnarounds, driving patient satisfaction, and fostering a culture of excellence. Join this engaging discussion on the evolving challenges in healthcare and how strategic discipline and cultural alignment can lead to transformative success.

In this episode, Scott Becker outlines eight key stories shaping the healthcare landscape in 2025, including Baptist Health South Florida’s financial success, the Sanford Health-Marshfield Clinic merger, Medicare Advantage policy critiques, and innovative leadership roles like Chief Wellness Officers.

 In this episode, Molly Gamble, Vice President of Editorial at Becker's Healthcare, discusses the five critical questions facing healthcare leaders as we begin 2025. From workforce challenges to AI adoption, Molly provides a thought-provoking look at the urgent issues shaping the industry's future.

In this episode, Scott Becker speaks with Dr. Sagar Patel, Radiation Oncologist at Saint Francis Healthcare System. Dr. Patel shares his journey from Ivy League training to leading innovative cancer care in a semi-rural community, discusses the art and science of radiation oncology, and explores strategies for bringing high-quality healthcare to underserved regions.

In this episode, Dr. Kevin Plancher, Orthopedic Surgeon, President of Eastern Orthopaedic Association, Founder of Ortho Summit, shares his journey in medicine, his commitment to lifelong learning, and his vision for the future of healthcare. From innovative treatments and advancements in sports medicine to the importance of leadership and ethics, Dr. Plancher offers valuable insights for emerging physicians and leaders in the field.

In this episode, Matthew A. Love, President and CEO of Nicklaus Children’s Health System, discusses the transformative partnership with Broward Health aimed at expanding world-class pediatric care in Broward County, Florida. Love shares insights on the vision behind the affiliation, the importance of local access to specialized pediatric services, and the collaborative leadership approach needed to drive impactful healthcare solutions for the community.

This podcast continues the important conversation on implementation science, shining a spotlight on one project that incorporates implementation science at the point of care.Carrie Swihart, CPHQ, of Amgen speaks with Edward Fry, MD, of Ascension Health about the factors influencing C-suite decision makers as they consider EHR projects for implementation. This episode is sponsored by Amgen.

In this episode, Vi-Anne Antrum, Senior Vice President & Chief Nursing Officer at Cone Health, discusses the organization’s transformative journey, including a $150 million investment in health equity, the transition to value-based care, and strategic goals for 2025 and beyond. Learn how leadership, innovation, and collaboration are shaping the future of healthcare at Cone Health.