Mark Behl, President & CEO at NorthBay Health

In this episode of the Becker's Healthcare Podcast, host Laura Dyrda interviews Angela Jenkins, Vice President of Accountable Communities and Community Health at Prisma Health. Angela discusses her work in expanding access to care, addressing social determinants of health, and partnering with local organizations to improve community health. Tune in for insights on creating sustainable improvements in community health.

This episode features Erik Johnson, Senior Vice President of Optum Advisory Services. Here, he discusses how the pandemic has fundamentally reshaped hospital strategies and the extreme efforts made to develop a value-based care approach in this episode of Becker’s Healthcare. He also explores improvements in preventive and population health programs, providing insights into the future direction of healthcare and the critical measures being implemented to enhance patient outcomes and system efficiency.

In this episode, Jaja Okigwe, President and CEO of First Choice Health, outlines the goals and objectives driving his organization. He shares insights into the current trends he is monitoring in the healthcare industry, particularly the financial pressures and challenges that are shaping the landscape. Jaja offers his perspective on how to navigate these issues while maintaining a focus on high-quality patient care.

In this episode, Sean Cavanaugh, Chief Policy Officer at Aledade, Inc., delves into the intricacies of Medicare Advantage. He discusses various programs that impact value-based care and shares insights on how these initiatives are shaping the future of healthcare delivery. Sean provides a comprehensive overview of the policies and strategies that are driving improvements in patient outcomes and system efficiency.

In this episode, Dr. Stefano Sinicropi, President & CEO of the Midwest Spine & Brain Institute, shares his background, what distinguishes his organization, and the cutting-edge technologies in ortho biologics that excite him, along with other insights.

Tune in to the latest episode of the Becker's Healthcare Podcast, recorded live at our 14th Annual Meeting, where we delve into insightful discussions with industry experts. Join Morgan Ratcliffe, Chief Communication Officer at Providence Health Plan, as they share invaluable insights on leadership, growth strategies, and navigating workforce challenges in healthcare. Gain actionable advice and best practices to elevate your organization's performance in today's dynamic landscape.

This episode features Paige Twenter, Assistant Editor at Becker's Healthcare. Here, she discusses recent developments in the healthcare sector. Twenter highlights new research on the safety and risks associated with GLP-1 drugs, particularly Ozempic, and its potential benefits for chronic kidney disease. She also examines legislative changes affecting the 340B drug pricing program and their implications for hospitals and drug manufacturers, emphasizing the growing tension between these stakeholders.

This episode of the Becker's Healthcare Podcast features Dr. Kathy Grichnik, Chief Medical Officer of SCA Health. She dives into the importance of physician partnerships in driving strategic growth, navigating industry challenges, and offering advanced patient care in an ASC setting. Listen in to learn how SCA Health is working with physicians to ensure quality care and embrace the future of orthopaedics and spine surgery.This episode is sponsored by SCA Health.

In this episode, Alan Condon, Editor-in-Chief at Becker's Healthcare, discusses Mount Sinai Health System appointing Vincent Tammaro as the new Executive Vice President and CFO, effective in October. He also provides updates on health system financial results nationwide and reports on OHSU's plan to lay off at least 500 employees.

In this episode, Dr. Ara Balkian, Founder & CEO of Pediatric Resource Group "The Only Pediatric Focused Healthcare Consulting Firm in the Country" shares insights into his background & consulting firm, trends in pediatric healthcare he is keeping an eye on, core lessons he has learned in his consulting journey, and more.