Becker’s Healthcare Podcast

Latest Episodes:

Aqib Zehri, MD, Neurosurgeon at The Oregon Clinic Apr 19, 2026

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This episode features Aqib Zehri, MD, Neurosurgeon at The Oregon Clinic. Here he discusses his thoughts on access to care, exhausting non-surgical options first, what he is doing to improve quality outcomes, and more.

Nishaminy Kasbekar, BS, PharmD, Chief Pharmacy Officer at Penn Medicine Apr 19, 2026

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This episode features Nishaminy Kasbekar, BS, PharmD, Chief Pharmacy Officer at Penn Medicine. Here she discusses the importance of meeting patience where they are, making sure pharmacists are more integrated in the entire continuum of care, AI and automation in pharmacy, and more.

Tackling Healthcare Affordability and Chronic Disease at Blue Shield of California with Mike Stuart Apr 18, 2026

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In this episode, Mike Stuart, President and CEO of Blue Shield of California, shares how his finance and provider background shapes a systems approach to improving health outcomes, strengthening provider partnerships, and addressing rising healthcare costs. He also discusses the growing impact of chronic disease and why collaboration across the healthcare ecosystem is critical to making care more affordable and accessible.

New Treatments and a Turning Point in Fatty Liver Disease Care with Dr. Meena Bansal Apr 18, 2026

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In this episode, Meena Bansal, MD, FAASLD - System Chief, Division of Liver Diseases Director, MASH/NASH Center of Excellence, Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai, discusses newly approved therapies for MASH and the growing impact of GLP-1 medications. She also shares insights on personalized treatment, early intervention, and the future of liver disease care.

Meena Medler, Vice President and Chief Supply Chain Officer at Sutter Health Apr 18, 2026

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In this episode, Meena Medler, Vice President and Chief Supply Chain Officer at Sutter Health, shares how integrated value analysis, supplier partnerships, and strategic sourcing are improving patient care and operational efficiency. She also discusses leveraging AI, automation, and ERP optimization to drive innovation, elevate the workforce, and position the organization for growth in 2026.

Steve Yurjevich, Chief Executive Officer of Optum Insight’s Payer Market and a member of the American Heart Association Executive Leadership Team Apr 18, 2026

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In this episode, Steve Yurjevich, Chief Executive Officer of Optum Insight’s Payer Market and a member of the American Heart Association Executive Leadership Team, joins the podcast to discuss rising healthcare costs and the growing adoption of AI across the payer landscape. He shares how the industry is shifting from pre-pay models to true avoidance strategies, focusing on preventing unnecessary care and improving overall system efficiency.

Cory Calendine, MD, Orthopaedic Surgeon at the Bone and Joint Institute of Tennessee Apr 17, 2026

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In this episode, Cory Calendine, MD, Orthopaedic Surgeon at the Bone and Joint Institute of Tennessee, joins the podcast to discuss the growing role of personalization in surgery and the adoption of AI in clinical practice. He shares insights on building and scaling individual practices through patient education online, as well as the broader impact of GLP-1 medications on patient health and orthopedic outcomes.

Rebecca Baute, BSN, RN, Chief Nurse Executive of Northwestern Medicine Palos Hospital & Brittany Barasa, DNP, RN, Manager of Patient Care for Nursing Throughput and PCT Float Pool Apr 17, 2026

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In this episode, Rebecca Baute, BSN, RN, Chief Nurse Executive of Northwestern Medicine Palos Hospital, and Brittany Barasa, DNP, RN, Manager of Patient Care for Nursing Throughput and PCT Float Pool, join the podcast to discuss how executive leadership support drives frontline success. They share insights on initiatives like annual nursing skills days, strategies for identifying and managing bottlenecks, the impact of discharge lounges, and approaches to improving patient satisfaction across the care continuum.

Jeff Bak, President and Chief Executive Officer of Imagine360 Apr 17, 2026

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In this episode, Jeff Bak, President and Chief Executive Officer of Imagine360, joins the podcast to discuss improving health literacy for seniors and the role it plays in driving better outcomes. He shares how proactive care strategies and smarter use of utilization data can help create a more effective, patient-centered healthcare system.

Stopping Post-Acute Leakage: The Business Case for DME Joint Ventures Apr 17, 2026

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This episode recorded live at the Becker’s 16th Annual Meeting features Ann Cornelius, Chief Revenue Officer, DASCO Home Medical Equipment. Here, she explores how DME joint ventures can reduce post acute leakage, improve care transitions from hospital to home, and support value based outcomes while enhancing patient experience and operational efficiency.

This episode is sponsored by DASCO Home Medical Equipment,