Becker’s Healthcare Digital Health + Health IT

Episodi

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  Driving Responsible AI Adoption, Cybersecurity and Digital Transformation with Les Clonch 14.08.2026 17min

  In this episode, Les Clonch, Vice President and Chief Information Officer, Scottish Rite for Children, discusses responsible AI adoption, cybersecurity, enterprise data strategy and the importance of governance and change management in navigating rapid technology advancements. He also shares how Scottish Rite is building technology capabilities and preparing its workforce to use AI effectively while keeping patient care and organizational priorities at the center.
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  Balancing AI Innovation With the Human Side of Healthcare with Dr. Patrick Woodard 24.07.2026 17min

  In this episode, Patrick A. Woodard, MHA, MD, Chief Information Officer, Monument Health, shares how the health system is using AI to improve patient access, clinician workflows, and revenue cycle performance while emphasizing the importance of preserving human connection in healthcare.
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  AI, Informatics, and Value-Based Care Transformation with Edward Sankary 21.07.2026 26min

  In this episode, Edward Sankary, MD, FACP, FAMIA, ABPM-CI, Vice President, Chief Health Informatics Officer and Chief Value Officer, UT Health San Antonio; President, Regional Physician Network ACO, discusses how AI, digital health platforms, and governance are reshaping clinical workflows and value-based care.
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  Building an AI Powered Health System with Deb Muro 14.07.2026 19min

  In this episode, Deb Muro, Chief Information Officer, El Camino Hospital, discusses how the organization is using AI to improve patient access, clinician workflows, and operational efficiency while measuring the real value of technology investments. She also shares her vision for a more personalized, predictive, and equitable future for healthcare.
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  AI, Digital Transformation, and Building Scalable Innovation in Healthcare with Jason Szczuka 13.07.2026 14min

  In this episode, Jason Szczuka, Esq, Chief Digital Officer at Bon Secours Mercy Health, discusses how the organization is moving beyond AI pilots to measurable operational transformation that improves access, clinician workflows, and financial performance. He also shares how Bon Secours Mercy Health is partnering with innovators through Accrete Health Partners to scale digital solutions across the healthcare ecosystem.
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  Building AI That Delivers Real Value in Rural Healthcare with Bob Berbeco 09.07.2026 23min

  In this episode, Bob Berbeco, CIO, Mahaska Health, shares how his team is taking a disciplined approach to AI by focusing on workflow improvement, governance, and measurable outcomes rather than chasing trends. He also discusses building internal AI capabilities, reducing clinician burden, and ensuring technology strengthens human connections in healthcare.
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  Raymond (Ray) Lowe, Senior Vice President and Chief Information Officer at AltaMed 07.07.2026 17min

  In this episode, Raymond (Ray) Lowe, Senior Vice President and Chief Information Officer at AltaMed, joins the podcast to discuss how AI is helping create a better patient experience while improving operational efficiency. He also shares insights on strengthening safety and cybersecurity, and reflects on the organization's response to the 2025 California wildfires, highlighting the role of technology in supporting emergency preparedness and continuity of care.
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  Stephanie Hines, MBA, RN, CHCIO, CDH-E, Senior Vice President and Chief Information Officer at Valleywise Health 06.07.2026 20min

  In this episode, Stephanie Hines, MBA, RN, CHCIO, CDH-E, Senior Vice President and Chief Information Officer at Valleywise Health, joins the podcast to discuss keeping quality at the forefront of healthcare technology and operational strategy. She shares her perspective on confronting access challenges, leveraging innovation to improve patient care, and ensuring technology investments support better outcomes for the communities Valleywise Health serves.
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  Inside Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta’s 2 Million Square Foot Smart Hospital with Jeremy Meller 03.07.2026 21min

  In this episode, Jeremy Meller, CIO, Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta, shares lessons learned from opening a 2 million square foot hospital designed with AI, robotics, and real-time location systems at its core. He discusses how simulation-driven planning, “Cardboard City,” and integrated technologies like autonomous robots and virtual nursing are transforming patient experience, clinician workflows, and hospital operations.
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  Scaling Value-Based Care Through Strategic Partnerships with Shelby Decosta 02.07.2026 23min

  In this episode, Shelby Decosta, SVP and Chief Business Development Officer at Kaiser Permanente, discusses how strategic partnerships are expanding access to value-based care while improving quality, affordability, and patient outcomes.
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  Paul Testa, MD, Chief Health Informatics Officer at NYU Langone Health 30.06.2026 21min

  In this episode, Paul Testa, MD, Chief Health Informatics Officer at NYU Langone Health, joins the podcast to discuss how AI is being leveraged to create the best possible patient experience. He shares the value of “practicing out loud” to foster transparency and collaboration, and explains why building trust among patients, clinicians, and technology leaders is essential to the successful adoption of AI in healthcare.
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  Mouneer Odeh, MA, Chief Data and Artificial Intelligence Officer at Cedars-Sinai 29.06.2026 28min

  In this episode, Mouneer Odeh, MA, Chief Data and Artificial Intelligence Officer at Cedars-Sinai, joins the podcast to discuss the technology trends reshaping healthcare organizations and how AI is influencing changes in organizational structure. He shares how AI is helping simplify complex processes and explores the evolving relationship between people and technology, emphasizing the importance of using innovation to augment human capabilities and improve care delivery.
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  Susan Goodson, Senior Vice President and Chief Digital Information Officer at Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago 26.06.2026 13min

  In this episode, Susan Goodson, Senior Vice President and Chief Digital Information Officer at Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago, joins the podcast to discuss the adoption of ambient scribe technology and other AI tools that are transforming healthcare operations. She shares how AI is reshaping organizational culture, fostering innovation, and helping care teams work more efficiently while enhancing the experience for both clinicians and patients.
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  Maria Sexton, MBA, CISSP, CRISC, CDPSE, Senior Vice President and Chief Information Officer at University Health System 23.06.2026 28min

  In this episode, Maria Sexton, MBA, CISSP, CRISC, CDPSE, Senior Vice President and Chief Information Officer at University Health System, joins the podcast to discuss the growing need to expand patient access and deliver more seamless healthcare experiences. She shares insights on emerging developments shaping the industry and explains how rapid experimentation and innovation are helping organizations adapt, improve operations, and better meet the needs of patients and care teams.
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  Reimagining Pediatric Care Through AI and Innovation with Omkar Kulkarni 19.06.2026 18min

  In this episode, Omkar Kulkarni, MPH, Vice President, Chief Innovation & Transformation Officer, Children’s Hospital Los Angeles, Founder & Managing Director, KidsX, discusses how AI and digital health are transforming patient access, care delivery, and operational efficiency.
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  Michelle Stansbury, Associate Chief Innovation Officer and Vice President of IT Applications at Houston Methodist 17.06.2026 25min

  In this episode, Michelle Stansbury, Associate Chief Innovation Officer and Vice President of IT Applications at Houston Methodist, joins the podcast to discuss the organization’s digital priorities for 2026 and the technologies shaping the future of healthcare delivery. She shares insights on the growing role of ambient listening solutions in reducing documentation burden, improving clinician efficiency, and enabling care teams to spend more time focused on patients.
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  Tomas Gregorio, Senior Vice President and Chief Digital Information Officer at Care New England Health System 16.06.2026 17min

  In this episode, Tomas Gregorio, Senior Vice President and Chief Digital Information Officer at Care New England Health System, joins the podcast to discuss the organization’s partnership with Rhode Island College and the development of training programs that help prepare the next generation of healthcare professionals. He also shares insights on the use of ambient listening technologies and how he is leveraging AI to improve efficiency, support clinicians, and advance digital innovation across the health system.
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  Sarah Greichen, Chief Information & Innovation Officer at Sedgwick County Health Center 15.06.2026 23min

  In this episode, Sarah Greichen, Chief Information & Innovation Officer at Sedgwick County Health Center, joins the podcast to discuss addressing staffing demands and reducing administrative burden through technology and innovation. She shares strategies for solving capacity challenges and explores opportunities to strengthen and improve healthcare delivery in rural communities.
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  Dwight Raum, Executive Vice President and Chief Digital Information Officer at Rochester Regional Health 14.06.2026 25min

  In this episode, Dwight Raum, Executive Vice President and Chief Digital Information Officer at Rochester Regional Health, joins the podcast to discuss the rise of AI in healthcare, including its costs, benefits, and long-term potential. He shares how technology can help reduce clinician burnout and address growing supply-and-demand challenges by supporting care teams, improving efficiency, and expanding access to care.
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  Crystal Broj, CPDHTS, Enterprise Chief Digital Transformation Officer, Medical University of South Carolina 12.06.2026 20min

  In this episode, Crystal Broj, CPDHTS, Enterprise Chief Digital Transformation Officer, Medical University of South Carolina, discusses how MUSC is using AI, automation, and digital tools to improve patient access, streamline operations, and reduce workforce burden. She shares lessons from scaling voice AI across the enterprise, the importance of workflow redesign and governance, and her vision for a future where AI agents work seamlessly alongside healthcare teams.