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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Cheng-Kai Kao, MD, FACP, SFHM, Chief Medical Information Officer at UChicago Medicine
<p>Cheng-Kai Kao, MD, FACP, SFHM, Chief Medical Information Officer at UChicago Medicine, explores how technology is being leveraged to enhance patient care and streamline workflow efficiency. He discusses the necessity of AI governance in monitoring artificial intelligence and ensuring responsible implementation. Additionally, he shares his vision and strategies for setting up UChicago Medicine for long-term success in the evolving healthcare landscape.</p>
Kerri Webster, Vice President and Chief Analytics Officer at Children's Hospital Colorado
<p>In this episode, Kerri Webster, Vice President and Chief Analytics Officer at Children's Hospital Colorado, discusses how her team is leveraging data, predictive analytics, and AI to enhance patient care. She shares key milestones, future growth opportunities, and the importance of data literacy in shaping the future of pediatric healthcare.</p>
Dr. Benjamin Levy, Gastroenterologist and Clinical Associate of Medicine, University of Chicago Medicine
<p>This episode recorded live at Becker’s 31st Annual The Business and Operations of ASCs features Dr. Benjamin Levy, Gastroenterologist and Clinical Associate of Medicine, University of Chicago Medicine. He discusses rising demand for colonoscopy driven by updated screening guidelines, the value of ASC partnerships, and how emerging AI tools are transforming documentation, polyp detection, and overall efficiency in GI care.</p>
Dr. Scott L. Blumenthal, Spine Surgeon at Texas Back Institute
<p>On this episode, Dr. Scott L. Blumenthal, Spine Surgeon at Texas Back Institute, joins the podcast to discuss the latest insights in disc replacements, including new research and the root causes of complications. He also shares his perspective on the role of private insurance in patient access and breaks down the biggest disruptors he expects to shape spine surgery in 2026, particularly growing restrictions around advanced technologies.</p>
Patti DeWane, CFO and Treasurer of UW Health Northern Illinois
<p>In this episode, Patti DeWane, CFO and Treasurer of UW Health Northern Illinois, discusses key industry pressures including workforce challenges, regulatory concerns, and the rising cost of technology. She also highlights new operational opportunities, service line expansion, and UW Health’s strategy to drive growth while keeping care close to home.</p>
Sha Edathumparampil, Chief Digital and Information Officer at Baptist Health South Florida
<p>On this episode, Sha Edathumparampil, Chief Digital and Information Officer at Baptist Health South Florida, joins the podcast to discuss rising concerns around the cost of care and how health systems can expand access while improving the patient experience. He also highlights the role of digital strategy in enabling personalized medicine and delivering more tailored, effective care at scale.</p>
Brett Maxfield, MS, CRNA and President and CEO of Maxfield Healthcare Solutions
<p>In this episode, Brett Maxfield, MS, CRNA and President and CEO of Maxfield Healthcare Solutions, shares the top trends shaping ASCs today, including rising costs, anesthesia shortages, and the growing impact of AI. He also discusses technology adoption challenges, evolving specialties, and what he’s watching for ASC growth in the year ahead. </p>
Dr. Chandler Wilfong & Dr. Edward Cho of the Gastrointestinal Cancer Program at OSF Healthcare
<p>On this episode, Dr. Chandler Wilfong and Dr. Edward Cho of the Gastrointestinal Cancer Program at OSF Healthcare join the podcast to discuss their work in expanding access to GI cancer care. They share how their nursing navigation program supports patients throughout the care journey, efforts to streamline services for greater convenience, and their plans to scale and broaden reach across the health system.</p>
Kaitlyn Torrence, Senior Director, Innovation, WellSpan Health
<p>This episode recorded live at the 10th Annual Health IT + Digital Health + RCM Annual Meeting features Kaitlyn Torrence, Senior Director, Innovation, WellSpan Health. She shares how WellSpan is advancing AI use cases from ambient tools to agentic AI, balancing innovation with governance, preparing for evolving policy changes, and keeping patient needs at the center of technology strategy.</p>
Inside the Shifting ACA Landscape with Jakob Emerson
<p>In this episode, Jakob Emerson, Associate News Director at Becker’s Healthcare, breaks down the fast-moving developments around ACA enhanced subsidies, rising premiums, and how payers and health systems are preparing for major shifts ahead. </p>
