Becker’s Healthcare Podcast

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Wright Lassiter III on Leadership, Purpose, and Building a Healthier Future Feb 06, 2026

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In this episode, Wright Lassiter III, President & CEO at CommonSpirit Health, shares how lessons from athletics, Lean thinking, and personal reflection have shaped his leadership philosophy. He discusses perseverance, courage, self care, and why CommonSpirit is positioned to lead through healthcare’s most complex challenges.

Peter D. Banko, President & CEO of Baystate Health Feb 06, 2026

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This episode recorded live at the Becker’s 13th Annual CEO + CFO Roundtable features Peter D. Banko, President & CEO of Baystate Health. Here, he discusses how Baystate Health is strengthening its commitment to people-centric care while navigating the realities of cost management and the evolving landscape of AI governance. He shares insights into building resilient, future-ready health systems that balance innovation with operational discipline.

In collaboration with R1.

Pennsylvania Hospitals at Risk and the Policy Path Forward Feb 06, 2026

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In this episode, Nicole Stallings, President and CEO of the Hospital and Healthsystem Association of Pennsylvania, joins Igor Belokrinitsky and Ran Strul, Partners at Oliver Wyman, to discuss a new report warning that up to 14 Pennsylvania hospitals could close without policy intervention. They explore Medicaid reimbursement gaps, workforce and technology challenges, and the state policy actions needed to preserve access to care and regional economies.

Hasan B. Alam, Surgeon-in-Chief at Northwestern Memorial Hospital and Chair of the Department of Surgery at the Feinberg School of Medicine at Northwestern University Feb 05, 2026

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In this episode, Hasan B. Alam, Surgeon-in-Chief at Northwestern Memorial Hospital and Chair of the Department of Surgery at the Feinberg School of Medicine at Northwestern University, joins the podcast to discuss building a strong workplace culture, securing partnerships and funding without compromising research quality, and improving the discharge process to enhance patient outcomes and operational flow.

How Virtual Nursing Is Reshaping Med Surge Care at The Christ Hospital Feb 05, 2026

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In this episode, Julie Holt, CNO/ VP of Patient Care Services & Paula Campbell, RN, MHI, Chief Nursing Information Officer at The Christ Hospital share how organization is using virtual nursing and care model innovation to address workforce challenges, improve safety, and support nurses at the bedside. They discuss results so far, plans to scale the model, and what it means for the future of nursing and patient care.

John Mallia, Interim Chief Financial Officer at Methodist Le Bonheur Healthcare Feb 05, 2026

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This episode recorded live at the Becker’s 13th Annual CEO + CFO Roundtable features John Mallia, Interim Chief Financial Officer at Methodist Le Bonheur Healthcare. Here, he discusses how Methodist Le Bonheur Healthcare is navigating revenue cycle and payer dynamics while adapting financial strategies to meet evolving challenges. He shares insights into managing patient expectations and addressing concerns around data usage to create a more transparent and effective healthcare experience.

In collaboration with R1.

Leading Rural Hospital Medicine Through Change and Opportunity Feb 05, 2026

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In this episode, Dr. Zeshan Anwar, Associate Chief Medical Officer for Pennsylvania hospitals and System Chief of Hospital Medicine at The Guthrie Clinic, discusses the pressures and possibilities facing rural healthcare today. He shares how his team is navigating workforce challenges, federal policy shifts, telehealth uncertainty, and digital transformation to improve patient flow, safety, and reliability.

Revenue Cycle Shakeups and the Growing Focus on Rural Hospitals with Alan Condon Feb 05, 2026

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In this episode, Alan Condon, Editor in Chief at Becker’s Healthcare, joins Scott Becker to break down major revenue cycle developments, including Tenet regaining full control of Conifer Health Solutions and new RCM platforms targeting rural providers.

Payer Market Shifts, Medicare Advantage Pressure, and Kaiser’s Nevada Expansion with Jakob Emerson Feb 05, 2026

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In this episode, Jakob Emerson, Associate News Director at Becker’s Healthcare, breaks down Kaiser Permanente’s entry into Nevada, growing tensions between hospitals and Medicare Advantage plans, and how federal payment changes are squeezing major insurers while smaller, specialized plans gain ground.

Dr. David Marcozzi, Chief Clinical Officer at University of Maryland Medical Center and Associate Dean of Clinical Affairs at the School of Medicine Feb 04, 2026

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In this episode, Dr. David Marcozzi, Chief Clinical Officer at University of Maryland Medical Center and Associate Dean of Clinical Affairs at the School of Medicine, discusses implementing high reliability practices, expanding access to specialized care, and preparing for the upcoming AHEAD model. He also explores leveraging automation and AI to reduce administrative burden, support the workforce, and improve patient outcomes.

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