Becker’s Healthcare Podcast

Join Laura Dyrda from Becker's Healthcare as she engages Matthew Van Leeuwe, an expert in Hospital Services and Population Health Initiatives at Geisinger, in a discussion about key healthcare issues and leadership strategies. Gain insights into Van Leeuwe's background, perspectives on healthcare trends in 2024, excitement, concerns, and essential qualities for effective leadership in the evolving healthcare landscape.

This episode features Dr. Judy Wolfe, Associate Chief Experience Officer, Cleveland Clinic & Clinical Associate Professor, Ohio University Heritage College of Osteopathic Medicine. Here, she provides insight into her role, what healthcare trends she is currently keeping an eye on, what attributes providers need to have in order to stand out, and more.

Join Laura Dyrda from Becker's Healthcare as she interviews James Holland, President & CEO of Johns Hopkins Health Plans, discussing key healthcare issues, growth strategies, and exciting projects for the future. Gain insights into Holland's background, his perspective on industry trends in 2024, and the factors driving growth at Johns Hopkins Health Plans along with current challenges and future initiatives.

Join Laura Dyrda from Becker's Healthcare as she engages Dr. Hoda Asmar, System Chief Clinical Officer of Clinical Enterprise at Providence, in a discussion about the pressing issues facing healthcare in 2024. Gain insights into Dr. Asmar's background, Providence's strategies for growth and modernization, and her perspectives on the future challenges and opportunities for healthcare leaders in the coming years.

Dr. Zafar Chaudry, Senior Vice President and Chief Digital & Information Officer at Seattle Children's joins the podcast to discuss his background, top priorities, evolution of his role, digital management in healthcare, and more!

In this episode, regular guest Molly Gamble, Vice President of Editorial at Becker’s Healthcare provides insight on systemic issues surrounding hospital closures, workplace violence, the healthcare workforce, and ransomware.

Join Chris Sosa from Becker's Healthcare as he engages Dr. Amgad Makaryus, Chairman of Cardiology at Nassau University Medical Center and Professor at the Zucker School of Medicine, in a discussion about the current landscape of cardiology. Gain insights into Dr. Makaryus's background, his perspectives on the top issues in cardiology, and his vision for the future of heart care, including both excitement and concerns.

Join Laura Dyrda from Becker's Healthcare as she interviews Michael Backus, President & CEO of Oswego Health, discussing key healthcare issues and leadership strategies. Gain insights into Backus's background, his perspectives on healthcare trends in 2024, and the excitement and challenges facing healthcare leaders in the coming years.

Join Jakob Emerson from Becker's Healthcare as he speaks with Brian Pieninck, President and CEO of CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield, exploring strategies for addressing social determinants of health and promoting health equity. Gain insights into regional initiatives and the broader national landscape, as Pieninck shares perspectives on healthcare trends and strategies for ensuring affordability, accessibility, and equity for all Americans.

In this episode, Scott Becker gives a shout out to CommonSpirit Health & Wright Lassiter III.

In this episode, regular guest Alan Condon, Editor-in-Chief at Becker's Healthcare discusses the New Jersey Department of Health asking CarePoint Health to provide state officials with its "disaster plans" amid the three-hospital system's ongoing financial challenges and more CEOs considering rural emergency hospital designation.

Dr. Daniel Hyman, Chief Safety & Quality Officer at Children's Hospital of Philadelphia joins the podcast to discuss key insights into his background & organization, his transition from practicing pediatrician to executive leadership, challenges facing children’s behavioral health today, advice for emerging leaders, and more.

In this episode, Scott shouts out Greg A. Adams & Kaiser Permanente.

In this episode, regular guest Laura Dyrda, Vice President & Editor-in-Chief at Becker's Healthcare discusses Kaiser Permanente’s operating revenue and health plan membership numbers from 2023 and how hospitals and health systems across the country are redesigning their executive teams.

Dive into the innovative world of Brightside Health with CEO Brad Kittredge. We explore their revolutionary Crisis Care program, tackling head-on the critical issue of mental health access, especially for high-risk populations. Uncover how telehealth partnerships can break down barriers, reduce emergency department strain, and reach underserved communities, shaping a brighter future for mental wellbeing. Buckle up for a thought-provoking discussion that challenges the status quo and illuminates groundbreaking solutions.This episode is sponsored by Brightside Health (https://www.brightside.com/).