Healthcare Executive Podcast
The Healthcare Executive Podcast features discussion, insights and perspectives from knowledgeable names in healthcare management. Subscribe today and don’t miss an episode.
Episodes
Bring Your Own Chair: Combatting Imposter Syndrome in Healthcare Leadership
What’s behind persistent self-doubt in accomplished leaders? William “Marty” Martin, PsyD, speaks with Tiara Walz, PhD, FACHE, and Lindsey Umlauf, DPT, FACHE, about imposter syndrome, why high achievers dismiss praise, how career transitions reactivate doubt, and the roles of inner critics and comparison in sustaining self-doubt. The guests acknowledge contributions provided by Allison Ferro, PhD,
Elevating Workforce Health to a Strategic Imperative
What administrative tasks are pulling clinicians from patients—and how do you reduce them? J. Corey Feist, JD, MBA, CEO and Co-Founder of the Dr. Lorna Breen Heroes’ Foundation, and Tim Fischer, President, Jackson and Coker Locum Tenens, outline steps leaders can take: ask staff what slows care, target EHR inefficiencies and prior authorization pain points, streamline workflows with process improv
Leading Like an Entrepreneur in an Era of Disruption
How can we move faster without making staff feel like the ground is shifting? Boykin Robinson, MD, MBA, FACHE, Chief Executive Officer at Core Clinical Partners, explains balancing agility with stability. He covers schedule optimization versus clinician consistency, the harm of unexplained change, the importance of clear communication and decision rhythms, and how psychological safety and structur
The Future Cancer Screening Portfolio
How health systems can prepare for an evolving cancer screening landscape by integrating established and emerging screening approaches with the data, digital engagement, and workflow infrastructure needed to expand access, close screening gaps, and support coordinated care.#CancerScreening#MultiCancerDetection#PopulationHealth#PatientNavigation
What Shapes an Emerging Leader’s Career in Healthcare?
Vamsee K. Potluri, FACHE, chats with Ashley Vertuno, FACHE, about his path from pre‑med studies to an MHA and MBA, his volunteer work at the VA and his administrative fellowship. Hear how mentorship, attending ACHE's Congress on Healthcare Leadership and taking tough assignments shaped his leadership.This episode is brought to you by Med-Metrix.
Lessons in Community-Built Healthcare From Dr. Regina Benjamin, Former Surgeon General
Before Dr. Regina Benjamin became the 18th U.S. Surgeon General, she was the only doctor in Bayou La Batre, Alabama, rebuilding the clinic she founded after two hurricanes and a fire. In this episode, host Dr. Cheryl Pegus sits down with Dr. Benjamin for a conversation spanning the gritty realities of healthcare in a town of 2,500 people to time spent in boardrooms at Kaiser Permanente and Ascensi
AI-Enabled Health Systems
Matthew Montoya, DrEng, researcher/faculty leader, The Johns Hopkins University Whiting School of Engineering, and David P. Rastall, DO, PhD, lead for Artificial Intelligence Innovation, Armstrong Institute Center, The Johns Hopkins University, discuss why AI must be governed as a clinical process. You’ll learn the difference between deployment and engineering, why clinician behavior becomes part
Compassionate Leadership: A Conversation With Samuel Soltis, PhD, LFACHE
Samuel Soltis, PhD, LFACHE, retired deputy director of health services, South Carolina Department of Corrections, discusses his career in correctional healthcare. He shares practical leadership tactics, as well as how he worked to expand clinical services, recruit clinicians and improve patient dignity.
This episode is brought to you by Med-Metrix.
Beyond the Numbers: How CFOs Turn Insight Into Action
The healthcare CFO seat has changed. Margin pressure is no longer cyclical; it is a structural crisis driven by skyrocketing medical cost trends and aggressive payer denials. Today, finance leaders must look beyond traditional P&L to own strategy, technology and operating model design.Bridging the gap between financial oversight and health system survival, Ensemble SVP of Finance, Matt Ennen,
Building Social Capital in Healthcare
In this episode, Thomas Lee, MD, CMO, Press Ganey, shares practical steps health systems can take to strengthen trust in their communities and explores why trust matters for patient outcomes and operational resilience. This episode is brought to you by Med-Matrix.
Margin, Morale and Medicine
Vimal Ramjee, MD, FACHE, discusses how empowering clinicians to lead care redesign lowers costs, improves patient experience and strengthens workforce retention. This episode is brought to you by Med-Matrix.
Career Lessons for Emerging Leaders
In this episode, Andy Hillig, FACHE, PCC, shares advice for emerging leaders on staying adaptable, building executive presence and cultivating leadership skills.This episode is brought to you by Med-Matrix.
Authentic Leadership: A Conversation With Noel J. Cárdenas, FACHE, ACHE's 2026-2027 Chair
In this episode, Noel J. Cárdenas, FACHE, shares how mentorship, networking in ACHE, and lifelong learning helped his successful transition from the military to civilian leadership.
AI - The Next Era of Diagnostic Intelligence
Join the conversation as Dr. Yuri Feskow, MD (Chief Medical Officer, Quest Diagnostics) and Nicole Antonson (Vice President, Digital Solutions & Interoperability, Quest Diagnostics) discuss the “AI Companion” approach that turns complex lab results into clear guidance patients can act on. AI is moving from novelty to baseline capability in diagnostics, from digital pathology to patient-facing
Leaders Who Coach
Jessica Taylor, FACHE, business and career strategy coach, Coaching Coalition, shares the essential traits healthcare leaders need to successfully coach their teams. Learn more about effective communication, building trust and the importance of a coaching mindset. This episode is brought to you by Med-Metrix.
A Conversation With Jack Lynch III: Celebrating a Career in Healthcare Leadership
Join us for a wide-ranging conversation with Jack Lynch III, retired president/CEO of Main Line Health. He discusses the importance of community, innovation and resilience in healthcare leadership.
From Clinician to Executive and Beyond
Liz Kwo, MD, shares the unique skills clinicians bring to healthcare leadership. Plus, learn more from her about digital health innovations and how to combat clinician burnout.
What’s Next for Healthcare Leaders
Warner Thomas, FACHE, president/CEO of Sutter Health, shares invaluable insights on navigating the future of healthcare and how to lead effectively amid rapid changes.
Learn more about Warner Thomas, FACHE
The Algorithmic Executive: Governing AI to Deliver Digital Simplicity in Healthcare
Join us as we explore how Genentech, a leader in digital biopharma, moves beyond AI hype to solve the healthcare systems most complex challenges. Xingchu Liu, Chief Data & Analytics Officer and Head of Data, Digital, and Analytics will discuss the strategic frameworks required to govern AI ethically, build a trusted human AI hybrid workforce, and accelerate patient access to life-changing medi
The Importance of Cohort Learning in Healthcare Leadership
In this episode, our guests will share how healthcare leaders can benefit their careers through professional development and shared experiences.
Scenes From the Future: Emerging Healthcare Trends
In this episode, renowned futurist Amy Webb, CEO of Future Today Strategy Group, outlines key trends that healthcare leaders must prepare for, including emerging technologies and their potential to reshape healthcare over the next 10–20 years.
Genfluence: How to Lead a Multigenerational Workforce
David Bartholomew, FACHE, ACHE's senior vice president of Learning, speaks with Katherine Meese, PhD, and Dan Collard about the concept of “genfluence” and its importance in today's healthcare workforce. This episode covers generational collaboration, mentorship and how leaders can engage younger employees effectively. Plus, learn more about ACHE's Congress on Healthcare Leadership.
Partnering to Protect Public Health During Respiratory Season
Thomas Grenier joins the ACHE podcast to discuss the respiratory virus landscape in the US. Thomas will speak about how HCP organizations can partner with vaccine manufacturers like Sanofi to engage health systems and patients to protect public health and help reduce hospitalizations from vaccine preventable diseases during respiratory season.
Beyond the Buzzwords - Practical AI for Healthcare Organizations
Artificial intelligence in healthcare often makes headlines for clinical breakthroughs, but the real opportunities may lie in everyday operations. In this ACHE podcast, Dr. Boykin Robinson, CEO of Core Clinical Partners, goes beyond the hype to explore how AI is reshaping hospital and physician group management. From behind-the-scenes automations that save time and money to strategies for building
Move Fast and Fix Things
Leadership strategist and bestselling author Anne Morriss shares practical approaches to enhancing leadership effectiveness and fostering impactful workplace culture.
Advancing Early Detection with Human-Centered Innovation
Technology alone doesn’t change outcomes — people do. This podcast will emphasize the leadership traits that bring humanity and the human element to advancing early detection for cancer.
Building a Rural Health Network in Challenging Times
Albert Wright Jr., FACHE, president/CEO, WVU Medicine, outlines actionable strategies for healthcare leaders to enhance service delivery and patient care in rural communities.
Leading Through Disruption — How Policy Changes and AI are Reshaping Healthcare Operations
Solutions for health system leaders facing unprecedented convergence of disruption — rapid policy changes, shifting reimbursement models, and continued staffing challenges — all while patient demand for greater access is rising. How the use of AI is both an opportunity and a risk that requires careful considerations for adoption. In this conversation, we’ll explore how these forces are reshaping h
Strategic Margins: Transforming Healthcare Operations in Challenging Times
Discover how healthcare leaders can transform their real estate from a cost center into a strategic asset. Carey Sealy, with JLL, shares data-driven strategies for optimizing healthcare portfolios and how underutilized spaces can generate new revenue streams. From smart building automation to predictive maintenance and compliance, this episode reveals how organizations can leverage technology for
Building a Robust Foundation for Effective Leadership
In this episode, Pierre Monice, FACHE, and Baljeet S. Sangha, FACHE, discuss how emerging leaders can nurture relationships and collaboration. Discover how to better serve your team and community for lasting impact. They also share practical advice to navigating your own career path.
Is Your Hospital Ready for AI?
Join healthcare technology experts Richard Greenhill, DHA, FACHE, and Edward O'Connor, who share insights on successfully implementing AI in hospital settings. Discover the challenges of pilot fatigue and the importance of understanding use cases in various sectors of healthcare.
What Makes an Ethical Healthcare Leader?
Learn from our ethics experts Jason Lesandrini, PhD, FACHE, and Susan Reeves, EdD, RN, on how leaders can foster trust and integrity within their teams.
Beyond Diagnostics: The Executive Case for Lab Collaborations
In this episode, Quest Diagnostics Senior Vice President/Chief Medical Officer, Dr. Yuri Fesko, will explore how lab partnerships can help healthcare executives tackle pressing financial challenges, alleviate workforce shortages, and strengthen clinical performance. Learn how collaborating with a strategic ally can assist in building a more resilient and cost-effective health system. *The use of t
Strategic Collaborations in Population Health and Advancing Value Based Care
Join us for a compelling conversation as we explore how healthcare leaders are leveraging strategic partnerships to drive population health and advance value-based care. This episode dives into the evolving landscape of healthcare collaboration, success metrics, social determinants of health, and the future of cross-sector partnerships.
From Feedback to Future: Elevating the Patient Experience
Ty Allen, President of Patient Experience Solutions at RLDatix, shares how a personal healthcare journey inspired him to transform patient feedback into a powerful tool for change. Learn about the real cost of ignoring patient voices, the role of transparency in building trust, and how AI is shaping the future of patient experience. Tune in for insights on operationalizing feedback and creating a
Perceptions and Applications of AI in Healthcare
Join us for an insightful episode featuring Dr. Brian Miller, PhD, Executive Vice President and Chief Digital Officer at Intuitive, as he explores the evolving role of artificial intelligence in healthcare. From enhancing robotic-assisted surgery to revolutionizing surgical training and decision-making, Dr. Miller shares real-world examples and offers a compelling look at the future of AI-powered
Navigating Healthcare Leadership in Uncertain Times
Join us for this insightful conversation with Matt Heywood, president/CEO, Aspirus Health, as we delve into the evolving landscape of healthcare leadership. Explore the strategies that are essential for healthcare organizations to be resilient amid change.
Investing in Workforce Wellness
Explore the ways healthcare leaders can make clinician well-being a priority to combat burnout and enhance patient care. Hear from Fayola Edwards-Ojeba, MD, and Bernadette Melnyk, PhD, who will provide actionable strategies for fostering a culture of wellness among financial constraints.
Funding Healthcare to Improve Outcomes
Explore the dynamic relationship between healthcare funding and patient outcomes. Cheryl Pegus, MD, and Mark McClellan, MD, PhD, share insights on innovative funding methods and the role of private sector investment in enhancing healthcare delivery.
Inspiring Healthcare Leadership: A Conversation With James Skogsbergh, FACHE
Join us as we explore the career of James Skogsbergh, FACHE, recipient of ACHE's 2025 Gold Medal Award. Discover how a commitment to the healthcare field, continuous learning and patience play vital roles in professional growth.
Healthcare is a Calling: A Conversation With Michele K. Sutton, FACHE
Explore and find inspiration in the unique career path of Michele K. Sutton, FACHE, president/CEO, North Oaks Health System, Hammond, La., and ACHE's 2025-2026 Chair. Discover the importance of networking and lifelong learning for healthcare leaders.
Future Tech Trends—Disruption, Data and All Things AI
In this episode, future trends expert, Paul Zikopoulos, discusses the dual nature of AI in healthcare: its vast potential and the inherent challenges. Learn how leaders can build trust and transparency in implementing AI solutions.
Reimagining the Status Quo
Ozan Varol, JD, rocket scientist turned professor and No. 1 bestselling author, shares practical techniques for leaders looking to unleash their creativity and drive innovation.
Leading Through Change and Uncertainty
Discover the transformative journey of Michael Sorrell, EdD, a leader who has redefined success through empathy and a community-driven approach. Hear his insights on navigating change in healthcare and learn how his philosophy can inspire you to lead effectively in uncertain times.
Telling Your Leadership Story
Conscious leadership expert Ginny Clarke shares her unique career journey and how her experiences shaped her inclusive leadership style. Learn how to adapt to change while staying true to your own leadership brand.
The State of Healthcare From a Financial and Strategic Perspective
Lisa Goldstein, managing director, Kaufman Hall, explores financial trends in healthcare, how hospitals can consider bond ratings as part of their financial plans, and the strategic outlook for leaders.
Fostering a Culture of Innovation
Houston Methodist leaders Tesha Montgomery, RN, FACHE, and Michelle Stansbury, share their insights on how innovative healthcare organizations can improve the patient experience.
Mid-Career Mastery: Finding Joy and Impact
Antwan Williams, Orlando Health, and Alex Maiersperger, SAS share their wisdom as seasoned healthcare leaders who have successfully navigated their mid-career phases and nurtured meaningful connections.
The Future of Work in Healthcare: 2025 and Beyond
Peter Miscovich, Executive Managing Director/Global Future of Work Leader, JLL, discusses the future of work in healthcare in 2025 and beyond.
Empowering Women in Healthcare: Leadership and Insights
Jessica Long, COO, and Rachel Thompson, MD, CMO, Core Clinical Partners, discuss their career journeys, the future of healthcare leadership for women and the essential skill needed to be successful in the field.
How to Find and Cultivate Your Unique Leadership Voice
In this episode, Fayola Edwards-Ojeba, MD, founder/CEO , RechargedMD, speaks with Penny Johnson, president/CEO, Texas Health Huguley Hospital Fort Worth South, about how effective communication can enhance your leadership presence, inspire your teams and build trust in high-stakes environments.
Using Technology To Solve Healthcare Operational Challenges
Mohan Giridharadas, founder/CEO, LeanTaaS , discusses how AI can solve healthcare operational challenges, as well the importance of change management in transforming hospital processes.
The Evolution of Lab Partnerships
Michael Lukas, senior vice president, health systems, Quest Diagnostics, shares his expertise on strategic lab partnerships with hospitals and health systems.
Health Equity Across the Country
Addressing Healthcare Disparities and Inequities.
A Conversation With Ashley R. Vertuno, FACHE, the 2024 Robert S. Hudgens Memorial Award for Young Healthcare Executive of the Year
Ashley R. Vertuno, FACHE, CEO, HCA Florida JFK North Hospital, West Palm Beach, Fla., discusses her healthcare leadership background, the role mentors have played in her professional growth and advice for those who are beginning their healthcare management careers.
The Most Important Job You Have as a Leader
Investing in company culture can directly contribute to an organization’s success. Learn more from Warner Thomas, FACHE, president/CEO, Sutter Health, Sacramento, Calif., on how culture is the backbone of any successful organization.
Innovations in Healthcare Delivery and Access to Care
Myriam J. Curet, MD, executive vice president/CMO, Intuitive, discusses enhancing patient care including advances in healthcare equity.
Healthcare Quality and Safety: A Conversation With Robert Otto Valdez, PhD
Robert Otto Valdez, PhD, director, Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality, U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, shares the organization’s objectives for improving safety and quality of healthcare for all Americans. He also presents the goals of the newly launched National Action Alliance for Patient and Workforce Safety.
Enhancing Efficiency and Quality in Healthcare
In this podcast episode, Jeff Surges, CEO of healthcare technology company RLDatix, leverages his decades of experience managing health technology companies to share insights for enhancing efficiency and quality in healthcare with other executives dedicated to safer care.
A Conversation With William P. Santulli, FACHE, ACHE's 2024–2025 Chair
Innovation in a Tumultuous World
Learn more about how your organization can have an ongoing innovative culture from producer and filmmaker Mick Ebeling, founder/CEO, Not Impossible Labs.
Maximizing Your Leadership Success
Carla Harris, senior client advisor, Morgan Stanley, shares how healthcare leaders can show agility and authenticity as they adapt to changes in the world of work.
Healthcare Quality and AI
How can healthcare providers balance the benefits of artificial intelligence while ensuring quality care? Richard G. Greenhill, DHA, FACHE, CPHQ, program director/assistant professor, Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center, discusses challenges that AI can cause in an organization dedicated to quality, and how can healthcare leaders overcome them.
Leadership, Culture and the New Principles of Influence
How does the emotion of regret inform how you lead? Daniel H. Pink, expert on innovation, competition and the changing world of work/New York Times bestselling author, explores new ways to lead and use regret to help organizations thrive.
The Caring in Healthcare: Challenges and Opportunities
In this podcast episode, join Abraham Verghese, MD, as he shares insights into his early career journey and the evolution of healthcare. He will describe the crucial role of empathy in healthcare leadership and share how leaders can cultivate it within themselves and their teams.
Executive Engagement and the Importance of Communication in Healthcare Leadership
How do you improve as a healthcare leader and why is executive engagement and effective communication so important? Dr. David Schreiner discusses executive engagement and the importance of communication in healthcare leadership.
What It Will Take to Transform Healthcare
Cheryl Pegus, MD, managing director, Morgan Health Ventures, and Marc Harrison, MD, co-founder/CEO, Health Assurance Transformation Corporation, share how hospitals and health systems can embrace creativity and innovation to transform healthcare.
IT Workplace Modernization and Better Outcomes
What does workplace modernization mean for hospitals and clinicians? Scott Gaydos, Vice President of Product, Optum, shares how automation can make an impact on healthcare outcomes and experiences.
How AI Can Help Transform Hospital Operations
Artificial intelligence can have an impact on patient access, the workforce and financial resources of a hospital. Sanjeev Agrawal, president/COO of LeanTaaS, will share the risks and challenges of implementing AI, as well as success stories from healthcare organizations.
The Future of Patient Care and the Economic Value of Robotic-Assisted Surgery
There is a fundamental change in providing minimally invasive care to patients. Learn more about the value of robotic technology from Gary S. Guthart, PhD, CEO and member of the board of directors of Intuitive.
How AI/Automation Can Address Workforce Challenges
How can automation support the work of employees at healthcare organizations? Learn more about the future of automation from James E. Davis, chairman, CEO and president of Quest Diagnostics.
The Foundations of Trust
Learn more about trust in leadership and the research behind workforce engagement trends from Katherine Meese, PhD, assistant professor, Department of Health Services Administration, University of Alabama at Birmingham, and Quint Studer, co-founder, Healthcare Plus Solutions Group.
Creating a Best-in-Class Workplace Culture
Sarah Condella, executive vice president of human resources at Exact Sciences, shares what creating a best-in-class workplace culture means for the customer experience and an engaged workforce.
Leadership for Cost-Saving, Climate-Smart and Quality Healthcare
Attila Hertelendy, PhD, associate professor, Florida International University/adjunct associate professor, Mailman School of Public Health, Columbia University, shares how healthcare executives can deliver resilient and sustainable healthcare to their communities.
A Conversation With Delvecchio S. Finley, FACHE, ACHE’s 2023–2024 Chair
Hear Delvecchio S. Finley, FACHE, president, Atrium Health Navicent, Macon, Ga., and ACHE’s Chair, share his career journey, give advice for emerging healthcare leaders and offer the issues he is committed to addressing during his term as Chair.
Leading With Your Upper Brain
How does upper-brain and lower-brain thinking affect your team’s performance outcomes? Learn more from Michael Frisina, PhD, who used neuroscience research in his new book, Leading with Your Upper Brain: How to Create the Behaviors That Unlock Performance Excellence.
Preparing Diverse Healthcare Leaders
Learn about the Thomas C. Dolan Executive Diversity Program from 2022 scholars Sanjit Sodhi, COO at Kaiser Permanente in Vacaville, California, and Dorian Williams, assistant vice president of operations at West Virginia University Medicine in Parkersburg, West Virginia. Sanjit and Dorian share their experiences in the program and offer advice for potential applicants.
The Ripple Effect of Authentic Leadership
How can healthcare leaders create a ripple effect of authentic leadership to create healthy, happy and successful organizations? Find out from Ben Nemtin, co-founder of The Buried Life, who shares ways his message of “radical possibility” can help leaders better support their organization’s workforce. Ben will dive into this in detail during ACHE’s 2023 Congress on Healthcare Leadership, March 20-
Scenes from the Future of Healthcare
What might healthcare look like in the next 10 to 20 years? And how does a healthcare leader balance immediate priorities with planning for the future? Find out with Amy Webb, founder and CEO of the Future Today Institute, who will discuss these areas and more during ACHE’s 2023 Congress on Healthcare Leadership, March 20-23 in Chicago.
Driving ‘Positive Disruption’ in Healthcare
Hear Vin Gupta, MD, senior principal scientist and chief medical officer, New Health Initiatives at Amazon, discuss how revolutionary digital health tools are shaping healthcare delivery and fundamentally driving increased consumerism in individual and collective healthcare decisions. Dr. Gupta will cover this topic in detail during ACHE’s 2023 Congress on Healthcare Leadership, March 20-23 in Chi
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