DGTL Voices with Ed Marx

Open Book, No BS (ft. Israel Krush) 28.05.2026 26min

Israel Krush is the CEO and Co-Founder of Hyro, the responsible AI agent platform used by dozens of the largest US health systems to safely automate millions of patient interactions. In this episode of DGTL Voices, Israel tells Ed how mandatory military service at 18 reshaped his sense of responsibility, why his parents' insistence on eight extracurriculars was unintentional CEO training, and how Hyro shifted from a general AI agent company to an all-in healthcare bet. Along the way: the case for being strategically opportunistic, why "open book, no BS" is a way of operating rather than a slogan, and the lesson he learned the hard way about thinking before speaking. 🔗 https://marxadvisory.com

Spread Joy, Reduce Suffering (ft. Craig Scharton) 21.05.2026 28min

Craig Scharton is the founding site director of Connect Labs Charlotte at The Pearl, an innovation district bringing together Wake Forest School of Medicine, IRCAD's surgical training facility, Siemens Healthineers, and Atrium Advocate Health in one collaborative space. In this episode, Craig tells Ed about getting cancer at 23 and again at 35, the five ideals that guide his life (love, truth, beauty, wisdom, peace), and why he believes Charlotte can become the most supportive place in the country for health innovators. Plus: holiday playlists with Adam Sandler, walking through giant sequoias to reset, and the case for making innovation fun. https://marxadvisory.com

That Little Extra Is Everything (ft. Luis Garcia) 14.05.2026 30min

Dr. Luis Garcia is the President of Rush Medical Group in Chicago, leading 1,000 physicians and 500 APPs across the Rush footprint. He grew up in a poor neighborhood in Mexico City where his father started a medical practice in his grandmother's kitchen that eventually became a hospital. He applied to all 220 surgery residency programs in the US as a foreign medical graduate, got two interviews, and flew to Fargo, North Dakota in the middle of a blizzard because he refused to do a phone interview. In this episode, Luis talks about why he had to leave Mexico to stop being his father's son, why identifying your weaknesses matters more than knowing your strengths, and why the difference between ordinary and extraordinary is always that little 'extra.' https://marxadvisory.com

See the Human Being First (ft. Phoebe Yang) 07.05.2026 36min

Phoebe Yang is the daughter of a single-parent Chinese immigrant father who raised three daughters in Pine Bluff, Arkansas. She went to law school intending to become a law professor, until her father was diagnosed with late-stage colorectal cancer and given four months to live. That moment changed everything. From there, Phoebe built a career that spans AOL Time Warner (launching their China office), Discovery (turning around Discovery Health and doing early deals with Amazon, Google, and Microsoft when nobody else wanted them), the Obama administration's FCC, the Advisory Board Company, Amazon, and board roles at GE, Doximity, and CommonSpirit. She now teaches the business of AI at Stanford. In this episode, Phoebe talks about why healthcare is the only industry where the greatest predictor of success is tied to how well you see the human being first, what curious humility means in a board role, why Socrates feared the written word the same way we fear AI, and what it means to sit alone in a Roman church with two Caravaggio paintings all day. https://marxadvisory.com

No Experience Is Ever Wasted (ft. Avonia Richardson-Miller) 30.04.2026 25min

Dr. Avonia Richardson-Miller is Senior Vice President at Hackensack Meridian Health. She grew up working the land on a family farm in North Carolina, earned a BS in Chemistry from Howard University, became a research chemist, an entrepreneur, an adjunct professor, and then found her way into healthcare leadership. Nine years ago, she underwent open heart surgery that changed everything. In this episode, Avonia talks about why faith isn't passive, why she chooses joy as an active daily decision, how the discipline she learned in a cucumber row is the same discipline she uses to break down complex business problems, and why the human factor in AI is no different from Whitney Houston transforming Chaka Khan's original into something new while honoring the source. https://marxadvisory.com

Replaceable at Work, Irreplaceable at Home (ft. Jenna Taglienti) 28.04.2026 29min

Dr. Jenna Taglienti is the Psychiatry Residency Training Director at Mather Hospital, part of Northwell Health. The day before Thanksgiving, she went to the hospital thinking she had a kidney stone. A CT scan caught a tumor in her right lower lung. She's a lifelong non-smoker, a mother of three, and a physician who spent years putting everyone else first. After four rounds of chemo and a JAMA essay that resonated with thousands of healthcare professionals, Jenna is sharing what she learned: you are replaceable at work, but you are not replaceable at home. She talks about why doctors need sabbaticals, why modeling wellness matters more than preaching it, and why she didn't know she could write until cancer forced her to pause long enough to find out. https://marxadvisory.com

Have Courage, be Kind, Stay Curious (ft. Rachini Moosavi) 20.04.2026 24min

Rachini Moosavi is the Chief Analytics Officer at UNC Health, an 18-hospital system serving the state of North Carolina. She's a first-generation American whose parents moved from Sri Lanka to Illinois. It took her until her late thirties to feel comfortable knowing exactly who she was, and that journey shaped how she leads today. Rachini started in consulting, fell into revenue cycle, and found her love of analytics there. She never planned to be a chief anything. Her career was a series of open doors she chose to walk through, and sometimes doors she had to make for herself by raising her hand and asking to be in the room. In this episode, Rachini talks about the Disney movie line that became her life mantra, leading UNC Health's sixth-largest Microsoft Fabric implementation worldwide, why vulnerability is a leadership superpower, and the advice she'd give every graduating class: it's perfectly okay to say "I don't know" when asked where you'll be in five years. https://marxadvisory.com

Technology Done For You, Not To You (ft. Leigh Williams) 20.04.2026 32min

Leigh Thomas Williams is Vice President and CIO at Augusta Health, a 255-bed community health system in Virginia's Shenandoah Valley. She's also President of the HIMSS Virginia Chapter and an Ambassador for the Dr. Lorna Breen Heroes' Foundation. Leigh started her career in law, got recruited into healthcare at the University of Mississippi Medical Center, and found her calling in technology leadership during an EHR implementation when she realized IT was treating it like a software install and she was treating it like a chance to transform the way people work. Now she's leading Care Reimagined, a multi-year digital transformation built on three promises: meaningfully improve the professional workday, create compassionate patient journeys, and steward resources wisely for the community. When Augusta Health's Dr. Snodgrass told Leigh that their AI physician assistant was the first time technology had been done for her as opposed to to her, it became a watershed moment for the entire organization. In this episode, Leigh talks about walkup songs for every day (not just keynotes), why she finally started baking brownies for her team, learning German at age 8 with no English-speaking teacher, and why now is not the time to take the foot off the pedal. https://marxadvisory.com

Building Communities in Healthcare (ft. Renee DeSilva) 02.04.2026 29min

On this episode of DGTL Voices, Ed interviews Renee DeSilva, CEO of The Healthcare Management Academy. This episode underscores the significance of community, feedback, resilience, and purposeful leadership in healthcare and beyond. Whether you're aspiring to be a CEO or looking to deepen your leadership impact, Renee’s insights provide valuable guidance to navigate your journey.

Healthcare's CIO of the Year (ft Ellen Wiegand) 26.03.2026 22min

On this episode of DGTL Voices, Edward Marx interviews Ellen Wiegand, the CIO of VCU Health and the Healthcare CIO of the Year. They discuss Ellen's journey from her childhood in Albany, New York, to her pivotal career moments, including her decision to shift from pre-med to healthcare IT. Ellen shares her life philosophy centered on empathy, humility, and courage, and emphasizes the importance of mentorship in her career. The conversation also highlights the recognition she received through the Orbi award and the impactful work being done at VCU Health, especially during challenging times. Ellen offers insights on continuous learning, resilience, and advice for graduates entering the workforce.

From Colombia to Houston: How International Experience Shapes Leadership and Innovation in Healthcare (ft Dr. Andrea Ramirez Varela) 19.03.2026 28min

On this episode of DGTL Voices, Dr. Andrea Ramirez Varela shares her inspiring journey from Colombia to Houston, discussing her passion for healthcare, her impactful role during the COVID-19 pandemic, and her commitment to continuous learning and mentorship. She emphasizes the importance of leadership in healthcare and the need for collaboration to improve public health outcomes. Dr. Ramirez Varela also highlights her daily life at UT Health, her involvement in global health initiatives, and the keys to her success, including persistence and a dedication to helping others.

A Legacy of Innovation in Healthcare (ft. Tom Curtin) 12.03.2026 23min

On this episode of DGTL Voices, Ed interviews Tom Curtin, CEO of Amtelco, exploring his journey from a small-town upbringing in Wisconsin to leading a successful healthcare communication company. Tom shares insights on the importance of company culture, customer focus, and the balance between technology and human interaction in healthcare. The conversation highlights the evolution of Amtelco, its innovations in healthcare communication, and the values that drive its success. Amtelco

From Surgeon to CEO, Mission-Driven Leadership in Healthcare (ft. Marlon Levy MD) 05.03.2026 22min

On this episode of Digital Voices, Edward Marx interviews Dr. Marlon Levy, CEO of VCU Health System. They discuss Dr. Levy's journey from a transplant surgeon to a hospital CEO and the role of leadership in fostering a mission-driven environment. Dr. Levy shares insights on personal growth, the challenges of healthcare technology, and the significance of listening in leadership. The conversation highlights the dedication of healthcare professionals and the transformative power of medicine.

Unveiling the World of Fashion (ft. Alla Eizenberg) 03.03.2026 26min

On this episode of DGTL Voices, Ed interviews Alla Eizenberg, Professor at Parsons School of Fashion. They discuss Alla's journey in fashion from starting her own up-scale menswear line, Maison Rouge Homme, to teaching at a major fashion school. The conversation delves into how clothing impacts confidence, the nuances of dressing for virtual interactions, and the role of technology in the fashion industry. Alla emphasizes that fashion is more than just aesthetics; it's about self-expression and how we present ourselves to the world.

Pioneering Change: The Role of Innovation (ft. Jason Hill) 26.02.2026 28min

On this episode of DGTL Voices, Edward Marx interviews Dr. Jason Hill, exploring his journey from a Navy brat to a Clinical Chief Innovation Officer at Ochsner Health. They discuss Jason's love for Christian hip hop, his experiences in MMA fighting, and his diverse career path in medicine and healthcare innovation. Jason shares insights on the importance of AI in healthcare, and the unique culture at Ochsner that fosters innovation. The conversation concludes with leadership lessons and the significance of personal growth through life's challenges.

From Wyoming Dairy Farm to Healthcare CEO (ft Rob Allen) 19.02.2026 21min

On this episode of DGTL Voices, Ed interviews Rob Allen, the CEO of Intermountain Health. They discuss Rob's journey from a dairy farm in Wyoming to leading a major healthcare organization, emphasizing the importance of caregivers, the role of digital transformation in healthcare, and the significance of vulnerability in leadership. Rob shares insights on finding creativity, evolving definitions of success, and the lessons learned from his upbringing. The conversation highlights the value of relationships in leadership and the commitment to making a positive impact in healthcare.

The Power of Voice Training for Leaders in Any Profession (ft. Serg Sanchez) 16.02.2026 27min

On this episode of DGTL Voices, Ed interviews Sergio Sanchez, a multifaceted music writer, producer, singer, and vocal coach. They explore Serg's career in music, working with artists like Morgan Wallen and Bailey Zimmerman. They discuss pivotal moments that shaped his path, his influences, and the importance of vocal coaching for both musicians and speaking professionals. The conversation delves into the techniques for effective speaking and the role of technology in music. Serg Sanchez

Understanding the Role of a Health Futurist (ft. Zayna Khayat) 12.02.2026 33min

On this episode of DGTL Voices, Ed interviews Zayna Kayat, a health futurist, who shares her unique journey from aspiring doctor to a leading voice in healthcare innovation. Zayna discusses her life philosophies, the importance of purpose, and how she transitioned into the role of a futurist. The conversation delves into the future of primary care, the evolving role of hospitals, and the necessity of foresight in healthcare leadership. Zaina emphasizes the need for a shift in mindset to embrace new models of care and the importance of being a super connector in the healthcare ecosystem. https://zaynakhayat.org/

From Military to Memorial Hermann (ft. Noel J. Cárdenas) 05.02.2026 32min

On this episode of DGTL Voices, Edward Marx interviews Noel Cardenas, CEO of Memorial Hermann. They discuss Noel's diverse background, including his military service, transition to civilian healthcare, and leadership philosophy. Noel shares insights on the importance of character, leading with values, and the role of music in his life. He also talks about his journey from a small town in Texas to becoming a leader in healthcare, emphasizing the significance of mentorship and networking in his career.

Leadership and Innovation in Healthcare (ft. Michael Alkire) 29.01.2026 28min

On this episode of DGTL Voices, Edward Marx interviews Mike Alkire, the President and CEO of Premier, Inc. They discuss Mike's background, his career path, and the evolution of Premier as a leading organization in the healthcare sector. Mike shares insights on leadership, the importance of change management, and the role of technology in transforming healthcare. He emphasizes the significance of being curious, humble, and innovative in achieving success, both personally and professionally.