Problem Solved: The IISE Podcast

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#AppliedErgo2025 Keynote: Karl Zelik, Ph.D., Vanderbilt University Mar 27, 2025

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In this bonus episode from the Applied Ergonomics Conference 2025, Dr. Karl Zelik of Vanderbilt University shares insightful perspectives on innovation in biomechanics and wearable technology. Drawing from his extensive experience as co-director of the Center for Rehabilitation Engineering and Assistive Technology and as Chief Scientific Officer of HeroWear, Zelik discusses how to identify meaningful advancements versus mere industry hype. He provides practical guidance on creating sustainable, impactful solutions that enhance workplace health, safety, and productivity. Zelik's keynote underscores the importance of informed innovation to truly improve well-being across industries and society.

#AppliedErgo2025 Podcast Break — Jim Mecham, OccuCare Injury Prevention Mar 19, 2025

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Jim Mecham from OccuCare Injury Prevention recently spoke with Problem Solved: The IISE Podcast during #AppliedErgo2025 in Orlando, Florida.

Learn more about the conference at: iise.org/AEC

#AppliedErgo2025 Podcast Break — Cheryl Roy, Dorn Companies Mar 19, 2025

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Cheryl Roy from Dorn Companies recently spoke with Problem Solved: The IISE Podcast during #AppliedErgo2025 in Orlando, Florida.

Learn more about the conference at: iise.org/AEC

#AppliedErgo2025 — Gig 'Em Ergo Trio from TAMU Mar 18, 2025

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Texas A&M students Aspen Burke, Lillian Bravo and Samuel Britton recently spoke with Problem Solved: The IISE Podcast during #AppliedErgo2025 in Orlando, Florida.

Learn more about the conference at: iise.org/AEC

#AppliedErgo2025 Podcast Break — Dustin Herte and Chris Gromowski, Blue Line Battery Mar 18, 2025

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Dustin Herte and Chris Gromowski with Blue Line Battery recently spoke with Problem Solved: The IISE Podcast during #AppliedErgo2025 in Orlando, Florida.

Learn more about the conference at: iise.org/AEC

#HSPI2025 Keynote Mandy Long: Applying AI in Healthcare Mar 05, 2025

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In this bonus episode of Problem Solved: The IISE Podcast, we present Mandy Long's keynote address from the Healthcare Systems Process Improvement Conference 2025 in Atlanta. With a distinguished background in artificial intelligence and healthcare technology, including leadership roles at IBM Watson and Experian Health, Mandy explores the practical application of AI in healthcare. She emphasizes the importance of tailoring AI to solve real, human-centered problems, avoiding vendor lock-in, focusing on measurable outcomes, and recognizing the enduring role of human expertise alongside AI.

Learn more about the HSPI conference at: iise.org/HSPI

#HSPI2025 Keynote Dr. Venkatesh Bellamkonda: Transforming Healthcare with Process Improvement Mar 05, 2025

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In this bonus episode of Problem Solved: The IISE Podcast, we present Dr. Venkatesh Bellamkonda's keynote address from the Healthcare Systems Process Improvement Conference 2025 in Atlanta. As an assistant professor of emergency medicine at the Mayo Clinic College of Medicine and a consultant physician in the Department of Emergency Medicine at Mayo Clinic in Rochester, Minnesota, Dr. Bellamkonda shares his journey into process improvement, inspired by personal experiences and colleagues. He illustrates how quality improvement tools can be applied to everyday challenges, such as organizing a nursery and managing emails.

Dr. Bellamkonda also emphasizes the importance of engaging healthcare professionals at all levels through relatable examples and structured training programs. He advocates for using these skills to address significant issues like workplace violence and second victim syndrome, aligning improvement efforts with the core mission of healthcare institutions and the well-being of their teams.

Learn more about the HSPI conference at: iise.org/HSPI

#HSPI2025 Podcast Break — Devpradnya Kadam, UF Health Feb 20, 2025

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Devpradnya Kadam from UF Health shares her experience at the Healthcare Systems Process Improvement Conference 2025. Learn more about the conference at iise.org/HSPI.

#HSPI2025 Podcast Break — Taylor Rader, Mayo Clinic Feb 20, 2025

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Taylor Rader from Mayo Clinic shares her experience at the Healthcare Systems Process Improvement Conference 2025. Learn more about the conference at iise.org/HSPI.

#HSPI2025 Podcast Break — Kim Kaleta, Kennesaw State University Feb 20, 2025

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Kim Kaleta, a student from Kennesaw State University, shares her experience at the Healthcare Systems Process Improvement Conference 2025. Learn more about the conference at iise.org/HSPI.