Mentorship and Meaning in Pediatrics at Texas Children’s

In this episode, Dr. Shannon Hayes and Dr. Beverly Lee share their journey from mentor-mentee to colleagues at Texas Children’s Pediatrics, reflecting on the importance of mentorship, balancing medicine with life, and the joy of caring for children and families.

In this episode, Doug Meil, Software Architect for Data and Analytic Solutions & ACM Senior Member reflects on his decade-long journey with Explorys and IBM Watson Health, sharing insights from his book The Rise and Fall of Explorys and IBM Watson Health. He discusses what went wrong, what could have been done differently, and the lessons healthcare tech leaders can apply today.

AI just got faster, smarter, and a lot more… agentic. In this episode of The No Normal Show, UChicago Medicine CMO Andy Chang joins us to talk about the tech that’s rewriting the rules for healthcare marketing. We discuss the rise of AI “agents” that can book your appointment before you’ve finished your coffee, to why websites as we know them might not survive. Also, Andy shares how his team is building a frictionless, hyper-personalized patient experience. We cover the future of MarTech stacks, the end of one-size-fits-all healthcare, and yes—why video games are surprisingly great for family bonding. The future’s here, are you ready to play? Tune in now.Subscribe to The No Normal Rewind, our newsletter featuring a mashup of the boldest ideas, sharpest takes, and most rewind-worthy moments from our podcast here: https://bpdhealthcare.com/insights/#newsletterInterested in joining us at Joe Public Retreat? Learn more here: https://bpdhealthcare.com/insights/events/joe-public-retreat-2026/

In this episode, Stephanie Conners, Nurse and CEO of BayCare Health System, shares her journey from the bedside to the C-suite, the lessons she’s carried from outside healthcare into leadership, and how family, resilience, and bold thinking shape the way she leads today.

In this episode, Paige Twenter highlights major developments in public health, including CDC leadership changes, vaccine committee decisions, and new state-level policies that could reshape vaccination requirements.

In this episode,  Scott Becker shares 22 key insights on the U.S. healthcare system, covering workforce shortages, rising costs, payer influence, the need for innovation, and more.

In this episode, Dr. Qoot Alkhubaizi, Assistant Dean of Clinical Affairs at the University of Maryland School of Dentistry (UMSOD), joins the podcast to share her journey in dentistry, insights on global oral health, and how digital innovations and AI are shaping the future of dental education and patient care.

In this episode, Melissa Golombek, EVP and Chief Operating Officer at Tampa General Hospital, shares how her team is advancing operational strategy, strengthening partnerships, and preparing for future challenges. She also reflects on her leadership journey and the evolving role of the COO in academic health systems.

In this episode, Ashley Hilliard, MBA, MSN, RN, CPAN, Administrator of Piedmont Outpatient Surgery Center, shares insights on new ASC procedure codes, reimbursement challenges, and the impact of North Carolina’s changing certificate of need laws on future growth.

In this episode, Mandy Fauble, PhD, LCSW, Vice President of Operations at UPMC Western Behavioral Health, discusses workforce transformation, community partnerships, and the role of technology in expanding access and improving behavioral health services.