Greg Damron, Chief Financial Officer and Interim School of Medicine Executive Director of Finance at University of Missouri Health Care

In this episode, Greg Damron, Chief Financial Officer and Interim School of Medicine Executive Director of Finance at University of Missouri Health Care, joins the podcast to discuss rebuilding trust with patients and addressing the growing affordability crisis in healthcare. He also shares insights on balancing financial priorities with the need to deliver accessible, patient-centered care.

In this episode, Stephen McGee, Executive Vice President and Chief Compliance Officer at SandsRx, discusses building AI governance, vendor accountability and staff trust while using AI to improve specialty pharmacy workflows, patient access and operational efficiency. This episode is sponsored by URAC.

In this episode, Heather Geisler, Executive Vice President and Chief Brand and Experience Officer at Henry Ford Health, joins the podcast to discuss why patient and consumer experience should be viewed as interconnected aspects of healthcare. She also shares insights on optimizing the “front door” through tools such as websites and contact centers, while emphasizing the importance of workplace culture and team member engagement.

In this episode, Carol Gomes, Chief Executive Officer and Chief Operating Officer at Stony Brook University Hospital, joins the podcast to discuss making care safer and improving outcomes for patients. She also shares insights on expanding pediatric services and advancing clinical programs to meet the evolving needs of the community.

In this episode, Jeffrey Marshall, MD, Chief of Cardiology at the Northside Hospital Heart Institute, joins the podcast to reflect on defining moments throughout his career and the evolution of cardiology at Northside. He also shares how his role has changed over time and offers his perspective on the growing attention surrounding artificial intelligence, including why he believes AI may be overhyped by the media.

In this episode, Thomasina Wilkins, Chief Revenue Officer at Sinai Chicago, joins the podcast to discuss mission-driven care and the importance of improving the patient experience. She also shares insights on strategies for excellence in care and how organizations can strengthen their approach to delivering high-quality patient-centered services.

In this episode, Austin Jones, CPA, Senior Vice President and Chief Financial Officer at NKC Health, joins the podcast to discuss balancing investment in physicians with the financial priorities of a healthcare organization. He also shares insights on pharmacy benefit management and strategies for managing demand in today’s healthcare environment.

In this episode, Brooke A. Schweitzer, DMSc, MSPA, PA-C, FACHE, Chief Advanced Practice Officer at UChicago Medicine, joins the podcast to discuss creating a framework that strengthens organizational culture and improves the patient experience. She also shares insights on using transparent data through individualized scorecards and the power of peer influence to drive engagement and meaningful change.

In this episode, Jon Alford, CFO of UW Medicine and Vice President for Medical Affairs at the University of Washington, joins the podcast to discuss “Project Refuel” and the importance of customization in healthcare operations. He also shares insights on driving sustainability and developing strategies that support long-term organizational goals.

In this episode, Stacey A. Rizza, MD, Medical Director for Global Commercial Solutions at Mayo Clinic International, joins the podcast to discuss how technology has transformed medicine and enabled faster, more accurate diagnoses. She also shares insights on the importance of global health collaborations and how partnerships can help advance healthcare delivery worldwide.