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Tom McClelland, Chief Technology Officer, CarDon & Associates Oct 29, 2025

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Joining us on today’s episode of RETHINK from Skilled Nursing News is Tom McClelland, Chief Technology Officer at CarDon & Associates, which operates 20 senior living communities and affiliated health care services throughout Indiana. Tom is a military veteran who served in Iraq, where he specialized in developing knowledge management solutions and technology for the Army as a Warrant Officer.

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Dr. Andrew McNamara, Chief Medical Officer, Trilogy Health Services Sep 24, 2025

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In the latest episode of RETHINK, Trilogy Health Services Chief Medical Officer Dr. Andrew McNamara shares his perspective on the company's value-based care strategy, common misunderstandings around Medicare Advantage, ideas for simplifying MA processes, and how to address rising resident acuity. Trilogy operates over 134 senior living communities across five states, with many offering the full continuum of care, including skilled nursing.

Kimberly Green, CEO, Sage Integrated Health Jul 29, 2025

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In this episode of RETHINK, CEO Kimberly Green shares her journey that led to her founding Sage Integrated Health this year. Green has been in the skilled nursing industry for decades, formerly as Chief Operating Officer at the Diakonos Group. Sage Integrated Health serves the Greater Tulsa and Oklahoma City markets. Green spoke with SNN about her new venture, and what it has been like to start a new nursing home business amid ongoing staffing shortages, shifting policy trends and an industry evolving in real time. Our full interview also offers wide-ranging insights on Medicaid cuts, value-based care and the future of reimbursement programs, among other hot-button topics. Subscribe to the Rethink Podcast to be notified when new episodes are released. Listen today!

Eric Palm, Chief Growth Officer, Provider Partners Connect Care Jun 30, 2025

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Joining us on this episode of Rethink, the Skilled Nursing News podcast, is Eric Palm, Chief Growth Officer at Provider Partners Connect Care. At 35, Eric is part of a new generation of health care executives shaping the future of long-term care with a blend of innovation, empathy, and real-world experience. Provider Partners Connect Care is a value-based care organization focused exclusively on long-term care. Its High-Needs ACO REACH program is a purpose-built value-based care solution created specifically for Medicare beneficiaries with complex health conditions. Eric leads the program's growth. In today’s conversation, Eric shares how his team helps long-term care operators and clinicians make value-based care work in the real world, and addresses some of the common misconceptions that still surround the model. Tune in now!

Zach Cattell, President and CEO, Cardon & Associates Jun 23, 2025

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In this episode of Rethink, Skilled Nursing News speaks with Zach Cattell, newly appointed President and CEO of Cardon & Associates, a second-generation, family-owned company operating 20 senior living communities and affiliated health care services throughout Indiana. With a background in health care law and public policy, Zach brings more than two decades of leadership experience in long-term care, regulatory strategy, and value-based health care innovation. Cattell discusses Cardon’s achievements thus far in 2025, including strong census numbers and success in value-based purchasing as well as the company's biggest challenges, such as Indiana’s shift to full Medicaid managed care. He also outlines key performance targets as well as investments in new service lines, pharmacy integration and workforce initiatives.

Dr. Robert Russell, Chief Medical Officer, Majestic Care Apr 25, 2025

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In this episode, Skilled Nursing News speaks with Dr. Robert Russell, Chief Medical Officer for Majestic Care. Russell touched on survey changes set to take effect, shared his thoughts on the legal decision concerning the federal staffing mandate, and shared why he thinks embracing technology is key to meeting an evolving clinical landscape. Tune in now!

Jessie McGill, Senior Curriculum Development Specialist, AAPACN Mar 26, 2025

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Joining us on today's episode of RETHINK is Jessie McGill, Senior Curriculum Development Specialist of the American Association of Post-Acute Care Nursing, or AAPACN, which represents more than 20,000 post-acute care nurses and professionals. In this interview, Jessie discusses the Skilled Nursing Facility Value-Based Purchasing program, provides the ins and outs of how this program is progressing, and lays out the strategies and tools that SNF leaders can use to be successful.

Keith Persinger, CEO, Provider Partners Connect Care Mar 11, 2025

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In this episode of Rethink, Skilled Nursing News speaks with Keith Persinger, CEO of Provider Partners Connect Care, about how providers can navigate the evolving skilled nursing payment landscape and capitalize on value-based care. Persinger also explains how Provider Partners Connect Care’s High-Needs ACO REACH program helps long-term care operators and physicians enhance care, reduce hospitalizations, and share in financial rewards—without added risk or complexity.

Bernie McGuinness, CEO, Journey Skilled Nursing Mar 10, 2025

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Aimee Middleton, Chief Operating Officer, Evangelical Lutheran Good Samaritan Society Feb 24, 2025

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In this episode, Skilled Nursing News speaks with Aimee Middleton, chief operating officer at the Evangelical Lutheran Good Samaritan Society, one of the largest non-profit providers of senior care and services, including skilled nursing. The Sioux Falls, S.D.-based Good Samaritan Society has 200 locations in 17 states currently. Middleton spoke about ongoing staffing challenges and how her organization is countering these through technology-based efficiencies and creative workforce solutions that include an exciting Administrator-in-Training program as well as a CNA-retention program.

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