Becker’s Healthcare Podcast
The Becker's Healthcare Podcast is devoted to the people who power U.S. healthcare. Four new 15-minute episodes are released daily containing industry news, analysis and thought leadership from powerful healthcare decision-makers.
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Expanding Ambulatory Pharmacy Access and Mission Driven Care at UVA Health
<p>In this episode, Justin L. Vesser, PharmD, MS, Director of Ambulatory Pharmacy at UVA Health, shares how his team expanded clinical pharmacy services, improved medication access, and grew retail operations to better serve patients across Virginia. He also discusses navigating reimbursement pressures, regulatory headwinds, and leading through change by anchoring pharmacy teams in a clear mission.</p>
Rethinking GLP 1 Coverage Through Transparent, Consumer First Pharmacy Models
<p>In this episode, Bethanie Stein, PharmD, Segment President of Pharmacy at Humana, discusses how employers are approaching GLP-1 coverage and why partnerships with manufacturers like Eli Lilly and Novo Nordisk matter now. She shares how CenterWell Pharmacy is using transparency, clinical oversight, and adherence focused models to expand access while managing costs.</p>
Roya Tran, PharmD, MS, 340B ACE, Associate Chief Pharmacy Officer for Pharmacy Finance and Supply Chain at Duke Health
<p>In this episode, Roya Tran, PharmD, MS, 340B ACE, Associate Chief Pharmacy Officer for Pharmacy Finance and Supply Chain at Duke Health, joins the podcast to discuss her experience with the 340B program and how it supports access to care. She shares perspectives on expanding the ambulatory pharmacy space, identifying growth opportunities, and improving access to pharmaceutical care through strategic finance and supply chain alignment.</p>
Driving Growth, Access, and Financial Sustainability at Sutter Health Silicon Valley
<p>In this episode, Luke Rockenbach, Chief Financial Officer for Sutter Health’s Silicon Valley Division, discusses strategies to balance growth, operational efficiency, and value-based care while navigating complex healthcare economics. He shares how optimizing space, expanding clinician capacity, and leveraging technology are shaping priorities and opportunities for 2026.</p>
Advancing Nursing Leadership, Workforce Stability, and Value at Trinity Health
<p>In this episode, Timothy Carrigan, PhD, RN, NEA-BE, FACHE, Regional Chief Nursing Officer for Illinois and Indiana at Trinity Health, discusses strengthening quality, safety, and experience while improving value across a large regional system. He shares how workforce stabilization, technology adoption, and access focused growth strategies are shaping nursing leadership priorities heading into 2026.</p>
JPM Takeaways, AI Progress, and the Future of Hospitals with Molly Gamble
<p>In this episode, Scott Becker speaks with Molly Gamble, Vice President of Editorial at Becker’s Healthcare, about key insights from the JPM Healthcare Conference, including the shift away from hospital-centric models, growing capacity pressures, early results from AI investments, and the evolving reality of value-based care.</p>
Leadership, Analytics, and Decision Making in a Data Driven World with J. Tod Fetherling
<p>In this episode, J. Tod Fetherling, Author & Keynote Storyteller shares lessons from decades in healthcare analytics and startups, exploring how leaders translate data into decisions, build strong teams, and execute strategy. </p>
Advancing Maternal and Child Health Through Data, Partnerships, and Policy
<p>In this episode, Dr. Alice Hm Chen, Executive Vice President and Chief Health Officer at Centene, discusses how the organization is improving maternal and child health outcomes across Medicaid, Medicare, and Marketplace populations. She shares insights on rural care challenges, evidence based interventions like midwifery and doulas, and how data and partnerships drive population health impact.</p>
Edith Okolo, PharmD, RPh, Director of Pharmacy at Cedar Crest Hospital
<p>In this episode, Edith Okolo, PharmD, RPh, Director of Pharmacy at Cedar Crest Hospital, joins the podcast to discuss pharmacy priorities heading into 2026, with patient safety at the forefront. She shares insights on improving workflow efficiency, addressing medication affordability—particularly long-acting injectables—and navigating ongoing medication shortages and broader industry challenges.</p>
Waleed Javaid, MD, Chief Quality Officer at WVU Hospitals
<p>In this episode, Waleed Javaid, MD, Chief Quality Officer at WVU Hospitals, joins the podcast to discuss the continued push toward outpatient care and what it means for quality and patient experience. He shares how health systems can balance high standards of care with evolving patient needs, and highlights quality improvement initiatives designed to support safer, more efficient care delivery in a changing healthcare landscape.</p>
