Navigating Medicaid Reform and Community Care with CalOptima CEO Michael Hunn

In this episode, Dr. Maulik Purohit, Chief Health Innovation Officer at datosX Digital Health Labs, shares insights on where AI is making the biggest strides in healthcare, especially in documentation and diagnostics. He also explores areas where the technology still falls short, emphasizing the importance of high-quality data and thoughtful implementation.

In this episode, Dr. Tinu Tadese, Vice President and Enterprise Chief Medical Informatics Officer at Boston Medical Center, discusses the challenges and opportunities of integrating new hospitals, expanding EHR infrastructure, and strengthening informatics teams. She highlights the need to invest in people over technology and shares her vision for cultivating future physician informatics leaders.

In this episode, Robin Damschroder, EVP, President of Value-Based Enterprise, and CFO of Henry Ford Health, shares how the organization significantly boosted operating income in 2024, the impact of its joint venture with Ascension Michigan, and how it’s planning for long-term sustainability through digital transformation, value-based care, and strategic integration.

In this episode, Venkat Mocherla, Founder of Midstream, and Dr. Feby Abraham, EVP and Chief Strategy and Innovations Officer at Memorial Hermann, join Scott Becker to explore how automation and AI are transforming healthcare workflows. They discuss high-impact use cases, the importance of trust and change management, and how leaders can drive scalable, patient-centered innovation.

This episode recorded live at the Becker's Hospital Review 15th Annual Meeting features Kimberly Probus, Chief Nursing Officer, El Centro Regional Medical Center. She shares insights on reviving a struggling hospital, building interdisciplinary teams, and addressing workforce challenges post-COVID through innovative recruitment and retention strategies tailored to her community.

In this episode, Dawn Maroney, President of Alignment Health and CEO of Alignment Health Plan, shares her experience testifying before Congress on the future of Medicare Advantage and highlights key policy changes needed to protect access, expand rural care, and ensure member choice in a rapidly evolving healthcare landscape.

In this episode, Laura Dyrda sits down with Travis Messina, CEO of Regent Surgical, to discuss the company's leadership in the ambulatory surgery center space. They explore Regent's unique partnerships with health systems and physicians, milestones achieved in 2024, and ambitious goals for 2025, including expansion through health system collaborations, de novo centers, and physician engagement.

In this episode, Nyleen Flores, Administrator & COO of Lake Oconee Orthopedics, shares key insights on the future of orthopedic care, including digital transformation, ASC trends, and expanding access to innovative procedures. She also highlights the importance of leadership in navigating operational challenges and creating lasting change in outpatient care.

Mira Yaache, MHA, MBA, Interim Administrator of Neurosciences and Administrator of Anesthesiology & Critical Care Medicine at Johns Hopkins Bayview Medical Center, shares her perspective on the growing influence of private equity in healthcare and its impact on the anesthesia market. She explores concerns about the future of private equity in the sector, highlighting the implications for providers and organizations. Yaache also addresses the ongoing challenges surrounding declining reimbursements and what they could mean for long-term sustainability.

In this episode, Dr. Tim Riddell, Chief Medical Officer of multiple Ochsner Health regions, shares how his teams are leveraging technology, improving clinician experience, and expanding access to care. He discusses strategies for driving cultural change, reducing burnout, and preparing for a more connected, outpatient-focused future.