Becker’s Healthcare Podcast

Latest Episodes:

Leading with Quality and Culture from the CEO Seat with Les Hirsch Apr 26, 2026

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In this episode, Leslie D. Hirsch, FACHE, President and CEO of Saint Peter’s Healthcare System, shares how a mission driven, family like culture and deep CEO engagement drive excellence in quality and patient safety. He discusses leadership accountability, clinical excellence, and how transparency, technology, and continuous improvement shape high performing care environments.

ICHRA’s Rise and the Future of Employer Sponsored Benefits with Brandy Thompson Apr 26, 2026

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In this episode, Brandy Thompson, Chief Executive Officer, Benefitbay, discusses the rapid growth of ICHRA models and why large employers are increasingly embracing choice driven benefits. She also shares how education, broker alignment, and evolving payer strategies are shaping the future of employer sponsored healthcare.

Sarah Matlin, Senior Vice President and Chief Strategy Officer at Memorial Health Apr 26, 2026

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In this episode, Sarah Matlin, Senior Vice President and Chief Strategy Officer at Memorial Health, joins the podcast to discuss strategic partnerships with Springfield Clinic and Florida International University to expand specialty services. She shares how leveraging the Epic platform and other technologies is helping improve efficiency, enhance care delivery, and make healthcare more affordable for patients.

Harlon Pickett, President of Eagle Care Health Solutions Apr 26, 2026

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In this episode, Harlon Pickett, President of Eagle Care Health Solutions, joins the podcast to discuss the impact of direct primary care models on patient outcomes and cost. He shares how designing more effective networks and leveraging data can help create a more personalized and efficient healthcare experience.

Reimagining Neurology Care with AI and Precision Medicine with Kemar Green, DO Apr 25, 2026

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In this episode, Kemar E. Green, DO, FANA - Rare & Complex Disease Neurologist, Neuro-Ophthalmologist, Oto-Neurologist, Founder & CEO, NeuroAgent AI, Inc., HazyEyes, Inc., Affiliate Faculty, JHU Data Science & AI Institute, Former Assistant Professor of Neurology, Johns Hopkins University, discusses how AI, synthetic data, and intelligent systems are transforming neurology care and addressing physician shortages. He shares his vision for continuous, personalized care models and offers advice on building impactful, future-focused careers at the intersection of medicine and technology.

Advancing Cardiovascular Innovation and Leadership in Modern Medicine with Dr. Joseph Rogers Apr 25, 2026

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In this episode, Dr. Joseph G. Rogers, Director of The Texas Heart Institute at Baylor College of Medicine, discusses groundbreaking innovations in heart failure treatment, artificial heart technology, and gene therapy. He also shares insights on leadership, the future of cardiovascular care, and the importance of prevention in improving long-term patient outcomes.

The Evolution of Healthcare Transactions & the Rise of Ambulatory Care with Eric Tower Apr 25, 2026

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In this episode, Eric Tower, Healthcare Corporate Transactions Partner, Blank Rome LLP, shares insights on the rapid shift toward ambulatory care, emerging partnerships, and evolving payment models. He also reflects on his career journey and offers advice on adapting to change and building a thoughtful, experience driven approach to healthcare leadership.

Scaling Behavioral Health with Team-Based Care and Purpose-Driven Leadership with Sandra Nichols Apr 25, 2026

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This episode recorded live at the Becker’s 16th Annual Meeting features Sandra Nichols, Chief Executive Officer, Panacea Behavioral Health & Wellness Centers, discussing how aligning talent to the right roles, embracing flexibility, and building collaborative care teams are driving growth and expanding access to behavioral health services.

In collaboration with Insight Global.

Advancing Care Delivery Through Virtual Nursing and Workforce Innovation with Theresa McDonnell Apr 24, 2026

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This episode recorded live at the Becker’s 16th Annual Meeting features Theresa McDonnell, Senior Vice President and Chief Nursing Executive, Duke University Health System, discussing the shift to integrated virtual care models, team-based nursing, and technology-driven strategies to reduce burnout and improve patient and staff outcomes.

In collaboration with Insight Global.

The ASC Boom and Direct Contracting Disruption in Healthcare with Alan Condon Apr 24, 2026

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In this episode, Alan Condon, Editor-in-Chief at Becker's Healthcare, breaks down the rapid expansion of ambulatory surgery centers and how major systems like Tenet are reshaping their strategies around outpatient care. He also explores the growing push toward direct contracting models and what they could mean for pricing transparency and the future of healthcare payments.