Becker’s Healthcare Podcast

Latest Episodes:

Driving Surgical Efficiency and Culture Change with Dr. Paula Ferrada Apr 07, 2026

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In this episode, Dr. Paula Ferrada, MD, FACS, FCCM, MAMSE, Department of Surgery Chair, Inova Fairfax Hospital, shares how data, trust, and teamwork are transforming perioperative operations, improving access, and boosting efficiency while keeping patients at the center of care.

This episode is sponsored by LeanTaaS.

Howard Maunus, MD - Fellow, Climate Health Organizing Fellowship, Cambridge Alliance and Harvard Medical School; Member, Carolina Advocates for Climate, Health, and Equity Apr 06, 2026

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In this episode, Howard Maunus, MD - Fellow, Climate Health Organizing Fellowship, Cambridge Alliance and Harvard Medical School; Member, Carolina Advocates for Climate, Health, and Equity, discusses practical ways healthcare can reduce waste and emissions while improving efficiency. He also shares insights on finding purpose after clinical practice and building community around climate and health advocacy.

Trust, Workforce, and the Future of Care with Dr. Margaret-Mary Wilson Apr 06, 2026

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In this episode, Dr. Margaret-Mary Wilson, Chief Medical Officer and Executive Vice President at UnitedHealth Group, discusses engaging patients through social media, addressing rising health risks in younger populations, and building a resilient healthcare workforce through innovation and collaboration.

The Strategic Role of Vascular Surgery in Improving Patient Outcomes and Strengthening Health System Performance Apr 06, 2026

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In this episode, Dr. William Shutze, a vascular surgeon at Texas Vascular Associates and former Executive Board Member of the Society for Vascular Surgery, and Dr. Robert Molnar, a vascular surgeon and Chief of Surgery at McLaren Flint and Executive Board At Large Member of the Society for Vascular Surgery, discuss how strong vascular surgery programs drive better patient outcomes, enable complex care, and strengthen hospital performance. They highlight the critical roles of early collaboration, infrastructure investment, and strategic alignment across service lines.

This episode is sponsored by Society for Vascular Surgery.

Reimagining and Standardizing Hospital-Based Behavioral Health Apr 06, 2026

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In this episode, Dr. Faisal Tai, board-certified psychiatrist and founder of PsychPlus, shares how overreliance on virtual care, lack of standardization, and poor care coordination hinder behavioral health outcomes, and explains how in-person models and integrated systems can improve patient flow, quality, and financial sustainability.

This episode is sponsored by PsychPlus.

Leadership and Expanding Pharmacy’s Impact with Susan Jacob, PharmD, MBA Apr 05, 2026

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Susan Jacob, PharmD, MBA, Assistant Director of Clinical Pharmacy Services at NYC Health + Hospitals, shares insights on advancing pharmacy’s role in patient education, health equity, and system-wide care improvement. She also discusses leadership, serving vulnerable populations, and building strong, empowered teams.

Kevin Knight, Chief Marketing Officer at Sidecar Health Apr 05, 2026

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In this episode, Kevin Knight, Chief Marketing Officer at Sidecar Health, joins the podcast to discuss making healthcare more intuitive and consumer-friendly. He shares how giving money back to consumers through tools like HSAs can improve engagement, and explains why competition and technology are key drivers of meaningful system-wide improvement.

Samir Mehta, MD, Chief of Orthopaedic Trauma & Fracture Service and Associate Professor of Orthopaedic Surgery at the University of Pennsylvania Apr 05, 2026

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In this episode, Samir Mehta, MD, Chief of Orthopaedic Trauma & Fracture Service and Associate Professor of Orthopaedic Surgery at the University of Pennsylvania, joins the podcast to discuss the evolution of trauma care and how machine learning and AI are shaping the future of the field. He also shares practical advice for emerging leaders looking to grow and lead in an increasingly complex healthcare environment.

Rethinking Healthcare as Technology Shifts Care to Consumers with Dr. Joel Selanikio Apr 05, 2026

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In this episode, Joel Selanikio, MD, Physician, former CDC Epidemiologist, TED/Keynote Speaker, Technologist, Entrepreneur, explores how consumer technology, AI, and new care models are reshaping demand for healthcare and why the industry must better understand these shifts to prepare for the future.

Building Smarter Workflows: Transforming Onboarding and Optimization in Healthcare Apr 04, 2026

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In this episode, Jenn Balchunas, MHL, CPC, Director of Onboarding & Optimization, DevelopMe Leadership Coach at UNC Health Medical Group, and Sachin K. Gupta, MD, FAAFP, Chief Medical Officer Primary Care/Statewide at UNC Health Medical Group, share how they built an onboarding and optimization team to improve workflows, reduce burnout, and strengthen clinician support. They discuss lessons learned, the role of data and relationships, and how AI and new tools are shaping the future of workforce efficiency.