Becker’s Healthcare Podcast

Latest Episodes:

Tackling Drug Diversion and Medication Safety in Outpatient Care Feb 13, 2026

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In this episode, Alex Yampolsky, PharmD MBA, Chief Clinical Officer at MedServe, discusses how outdated medication management puts outpatient facilities at risk and how technology can prevent drug diversion, improve safety, and reduce administrative burden. He also shares career lessons from his path as a pharmacist turned healthcare entrepreneur.

Inside the Future of American Healthcare with Dr. Marschall Runge Feb 13, 2026

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In this episode, Dr. Marschall Runge, former CEO of Michigan Medicine and author of “The Great Healthcare Disruption: Big Tech, Bold Policy, and the Future of American Medicine”, shares insights on the strengths and pressure points of U.S. healthcare. He discusses access, primary care, AI, workforce challenges, and what it will take to improve health and longevity in the years ahead.

Understanding Inflammation and Chronic Disease with Dr. Tom O'Bryan Feb 13, 2026

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In this episode, Dr. Tom O'Bryan, Founder of theDR.com, shares his insights on the critical role of the gut and immune system in chronic inflammatory diseases. He explains how gluten and environmental toxins trigger inflammation and offers guidance on testing, functional medicine, and reversing health challenges through targeted interventions.

David Rahija, PT, MBA, FACHE, President of Northwest Community Hospital at Endeavor Health Feb 13, 2026

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In this episode, David Rahija, PT, MBA, FACHE, President of Northwest Community Hospital at Endeavor Health, joins the podcast to discuss designing seamless, personalized care across the full healthcare continuum. He shares strategies for reducing cost structures, priorities for growth in 2026 through expanded access and subspecialty services, and how his organization is elevating care to better serve the surrounding community.

Expanding Access, Excellence, and Sustainability at Legacy Health Feb 13, 2026

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In this episode, Joy White, Vice President and Chief Nursing and Operations Officer at Legacy Health, discusses improving access through emergency department throughput, workforce stability, and community partnerships. She also shares priorities for the year ahead, including quality, employee experience, and navigating financial and policy headwinds while sustaining high quality care.

Michael Wiggins, Assistant Professor of Healthcare Management and Leadership at Texas Tech University Health Sciences Cente Feb 12, 2026

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In this episode, Michael Wiggins, Assistant Professor of Healthcare Management and Leadership at Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center, joins the podcast to discuss his transition from healthcare executive to academia. He shares perspectives on reframing costs as investment opportunities, the evolving role of academic medical centers, and where he sees significant growth opportunities across healthcare leadership and education.

Advancing Health Equity Through Community Driven Care at Cone Health with Olu Jegede, MD Feb 12, 2026

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In this episode, Olu Jegede, MD, Senior Vice President and Chief Health Equity and Community Impact Officer at Cone Health, shares how the system is embedding health equity into care delivery through initiatives like “CATCH 5 in 5” and blood pressure equity programs. He discusses measurable outcomes, community partnerships, and the challenge of sustaining equity focused investments while navigating financial and operational headwinds.

Krista Drobac of Health Policy Futures Lab on the Rural Health Transformation Program Feb 12, 2026

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In this episode, Krista Drobac, Co Founder of Health Policy Futures Lab, explains how the $50 billion Rural Health Transformation Program is reshaping support for rural hospitals through state led investments in workforce, technology, infrastructure, and new care models. She outlines key program components, timelines, and what hospital leaders should expect as funding and implementation accelerate.

Expanding Tertiary Care Access in Chicago’s Western Suburbs with Kyle Glass Feb 12, 2026

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In this episode, Kyle Glass, Regional Chief Financial Officer and Senior Vice President at UChicago Medicine AdventHealth, discusses how the academic community hospital partnership is growing oncology, neuroscience, and orthopedic services while improving patient access and navigation. He also shares perspectives on competition in a crowded market, consolidation pressures, and how AI and technology are shaping the future of access and the revenue cycle.

Scott Becker - 9 Stories Shaping Healthcare Currently 2-12-26 Feb 12, 2026

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In this episode, Scott Becker breaks down 9 key healthcare stories, including Cigna’s 2,000 job cuts, a sharp profit decline at CVS Health, hospital bankruptcies, and more.