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On this episode host Justin Barnes recorded live at HIMSS25 in Las Vegas. He sits down with Rasu Shrestha MD MBA, Chief Innovation and Commercialization Officer at Advocate Health, and Hal Wolf, President & CEO of HIMSS, for two insightful conversations packed with visionary leadership, innovation best practices, and global collaboration. In this episode, we cover: How Advocate Health is accelerating care transformation with #AI, #GenAI, and experiential healthcare models. The launch of Charlotte’s new medical school, innovation district, and IRCAD North America — a global surgical simulation and robotics destination. The global expansion of #HIMSS and why HIMSS25 marked a return to pre-COVID levels of energy, attendance, and executive engagement. The four themes shaping HIMSS's global strategy: digital health transformation, responsible AI, #cybersecurity, and workforce development.

This episode’s Community Champion Sponsor is Ossur. To learn more about their ‘Responsible for Tomorrow’ Sustainability Campaign, and how you can get involved: CLICK HEREEpisode Overview: Healthcare's workforce challenges demand innovative solutions that put nurses at the center of care delivery. Our next guest, Larry Adams, brings nearly 30 years of experience from bedside nurse to healthcare executive as he leads workforce innovation at CareRev. With a deep understanding of the clinical frontlines, Larry is revolutionizing healthcare staffing through a tech-driven platform that connects facilities with vetted local healthcare professionals. As Chief Nurse Executive and SVP of Strategy, he champions flexible workforce models that address critical staffing shortages while reducing labor costs. Larry's nurse-first approach is transforming how healthcare organizations adapt to the needs of five generations of nursing professionals. Join us to discover how CareRev's nurse-founded, nurse-led solutions are creating resilient workforces built for the future of healthcare. Let's go!Episode Highlights:Nurses must be central to healthcare decision-making, with nursing leadership represented in the C-suite.CareRev addresses five generations of nurses' needs through flexible scheduling technology.Traditional staffing models are outdated, requiring a shift to dynamic local workforce solutions.Bergen New Bridge Medical Center successfully implemented CareRev's self-scheduling platform, reducing administrative burden.The future healthcare workforce must be "smarter, not harder" – adaptable, tech-enabled, and built around clinician preferences.About our Guest: Larry Adams is a seasoned healthcare leader with nearly 30 years of experience spanning both clinical and administrative roles. Starting his career as a bedside nurse, Larry gained firsthand insight into the challenges faced by frontline healthcare professionals, shaping his dedication to improving workforce solutions and healthcare delivery. His career has since evolved to include leadership roles focused on strategic growth, workforce innovation, and healthcare operations.He previously served as EVP Growth and Chief Nurse Executive at ShiftMed and Division Vice President of Crisis Staffing and Labor Disruption at AMN Healthcare, where he developed innovative strategies to address staffing shortages and critical workforce needs nationwide.In his current role as Chief Nurse Executive and SVP Strategy at CareRev, Larry continues to drive growth and innovation, ensuring healthcare organizations are equipped to meet evolving challenges.Beyond his professional roles, Larry has volunteered with the South Carolina Hospital Association, contributing to the development of healthcare policies and initiatives. Known for his strategic vision and commitment to advancing the industry, Larry is a respected leader shaping the future of healthcare.Links Supporting This Episode: CareRev Website: CLICK HERELarry Adams LinkedIn page: CLICK HERECareRev LinkedIn: CLICK HEREMike Biselli LinkedIn page: CLICK HEREMike Biselli Twitter page:

Rural Health News is a weekly segment of Rural Health Today, a podcast by Hillsdale Hospital. News sources for this episode: Elizabeth Williams et. al, “Putting $880 Billion in Potential Federal Medicaid Cuts in Context of State Budgets and Coverage,” March 24, 2025, https://www.kff.org/medicaid/issue-brief/putting-880-billion-in-potential-federal-medicaid-cuts-in-context-of-state-budgets-and-coverage/; KFF. Allison Orris & Elizabeth Zhang, “Congressional Republicans Can’t Cut Medicaid by Hundreds of Billions Without Hurting People,” March 17, 2025, https://www.cbpp.org/research/health/congressional-republicans-cant-cut-medicaid-by-hundreds-of-billions-without-hurting#_edn2; Center on Budget and Policy Priorities. Madeline Ashley, “10 hospital closures already in 2025 – what’s going on?” March 21, 2025, https://www.beckershospitalreview.com/finance/10-hospital-closures-already-in-2025-whats-going-on/?origin=BHRE&utm_source=BHRE&utm_medium=email&utm_content=newsletter&oly_enc_id=8018I7467278H7C; Becker’s Hospital Review. Chartis, “2025 rural health state of the state,” February 10, 2025, https://www.chartis.com/insights/2025-rural-health-state-state. Dustin Walsh, “Rural hospitals at risk for closure as financial pressure mounts,” March 11, 2025, https://www.crainsdetroit.com/health-care/rural-hospitals-risk-closure-financial-pressure-mounts; Crain’s Detroit Business. Centers for Healthcare Quality & Payment Reform, February, 2025, “Rural Hospitals At Risk of Closing,” https://chqpr.org/downloads/Rural_Hospitals_at_Risk_of_Closing.pdf. The National Resident Matching Program, “National Resident Matching Program® Releases the 2025 Main Residency Match® Results, Celebrates the Next Generation of Physicians,” March 21, 2025, https://www.nrmp.org/about/news/2025/03/national-resident-matching-program-releases-the-2025-main-residency-match-results-celebrates-the-next-generation-of-physicians/.

My guest today is Ashley Kalinauskas, CEO of Torigen Pharmaceuticals. What we discuss with Ashley: How her graduate research at Notre Dame led to the founding of Torigen Pharmaceuticals. Their approach provides an alternative to chemotherapy by using immunotherapy. The company aims to make cancer treatment more accessible and affordable for pet owners. Promising results have been seen in aggressive cancers like hemangiosarcoma. How Torigen is utilizing digital pathology with the Concentriq platform to improve cancer diagnostics. Torigen is conducting research into additional applications, including equine and exotic animal cancers. Studying spontaneous cancer in pets provides valuable insights for human oncology research. Veterinary immunotherapy advancements have the potential to influence human cancer treatments. Immunotherapy is playing an increasingly important role in both veterinary and human medicine.   Links for this episode: Pathologists' Assistant Shadowing Network Health Podcast Network  LabVine Learning Dress A Med scrubs Digital Pathology Club   Torigen Pharmaceuticals Evaluation of an autologous cancer vaccine for the treatment of metastatic canine hemangiosarcoma: a preliminary study New Hope For Pets In The Fight Against Cancer: Fast, Accurate Diagnoses From Torigen Pharmaceuticals And Proscia   People of Pathology Podcast: Twitter Instagram

As parents, supporting our children's mental health is one of the biggest challenges we face. In this episode, pediatrician Dr. Neela Sethi, MD shares invaluable insights on how to recognize early signs of mental health struggles in kids, effectively advocate for them at school and with healthcare providers, and prioritize self-care as parents. Dr. Neela provides practical tips to help parents navigate this critical issue and ensure their children get the support they need. Key Takeaways: The significant impact of social media on teen mental health and strategies to limit and delay its introduction Recognizing red flags like changes in mood, sleep, appetite, and interest in activities Effective communication techniques to have open discussions about mental health with your child Steps to advocate for your child's needs with doctors, schools, and other providers The importance of parents practicing self-care to avoid burnout and model healthy habits Resources Mentioned: National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) American Academy of Pediatrics Jaanuu.com Use code DRBAYO for 20% off Let us know what you think!  Connect with Dr. Neela! Instagram - @doctorneela and @jaanuubydrneela LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/neela-sethi-young-m-d-2508ab6b Stay connected with Dr. Bayo! Website - https://doctorbayo.com/ Instagram - @doctor.bayo LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/drbcw TikTok - @doctor.bayo #ChildMentalHealth #MentalHealthAdvocacy #ParentingTips #BeyondClinicalWalls #HealthyKids

In this episode of Beyond the Paper Gown, Dr. Mitzi Krockover sits down with Ifeoluwa Dare-Johnson, MPH, founder and CEO of Healthtracker, to explore how technology is addressing critical gaps in women’s health, particularly in Africa. Ifeoluwa discusses innovative solutions like the self-sampling “Lemon” STI test, Lola, an AI-driven menstrual health support via What’s App, and the creation of a non-profit focused on advocacy, research, and innovation in women’s healthcare. Tune in to hear how these pioneering efforts are making healthcare more accessible, culturally sensitive, and impactful for women worldwide. Please visit Beyond the Paper Gown (https://www.beyondthepapergown.com/podcasts) to join our community and to learn more about achieving your optimal health. SHOW NOTES: Mitzi Krockover, Founder and CEO, Woman Centered, LLC and Host of Beyond the Paper Gown Ifeoluwa Dare-Johnson, MPH Healthtracka Lola AI by Healthtracka

Send us a textMeasles is making a comeback, and with it comes a heated debate on vaccine mandates, public health, and personal freedom. In this episode of CareTalk, Michael F. Cannon (Director of Health Policy Studies, Cato Institute) joins hosts, David E. Williams and John Driscoll, to debate the challenges of balancing individual rights with public safety, why vaccine mandates can backfire, and how misinformation fuels the controversy. ABOUT CARETALK: HEALTHCARE. UNFILTERED.CareTalk is a weekly podcast that provides an incisive, no B.S. view of the US healthcare industry. Join co-hosts John Driscoll (President U.S. Healthcare and EVP, Walgreens Boots Alliance) and David Williams (President, Health Business Group) as they debate the latest in US healthcare news, business and policy.MICHAEL F. CANNONMichael F. Cannon is the Cato Institute’s director of health policy studies. His scholarship spans public health; regulation of clinicians, medical facilities, pharmaceuticals, and medical devices; employer-sponsored and other private health insurance; Medicare; Medicaid; CHIP; the Veterans Health Administration; medical malpractice litigation; administrative law; international health systems; political philosophy; and more. Cannon is “an influential health‐​care wonk” (Washington Post) and “the most famous libertarian health care scholar” (Washington Examiner). Washingtonian magazine named Cannon one of Washington, DC’s Most Influential People in 2021, 2022, 2023, and 2024.GET IN TOUCHFollow CareTalk on LinkedInBecome a CareTalk sponsorGuest appearance requestsVisit us on the webSubscribe to the CareTalk NewsletterSupport the showCareTalk: Healthcare. Unfiltered. is produced by Grippi Media Digital Marketing Consulting.

Join Eric Goosby and Ben Plumley as they delve into the latest global health news coming out of Washington DC, including funding cuts from the US government to key international health programs, whether the administration will abide by the continuing resolution passed by Congress to fund all global health programs approved by Congress for 2025, and the implications for the UN, Gavi and US academic institutions. They also try to make sense of the significant job cuts announced by the administration to the Department of Health and Human Services today , and the continuing outbreak of measles in the US. These are hectic – if not entirely productive – times in the world of global health. But is a Trump administration strategy emerging from the chaos of executive orders, termination notices and the firing of so many key staff? 00:00 Introduction and Episode Overview 01:04 US Government Funding for International Development 01:49 Impact of Funding Cuts on Health and Human Services 02:12 The Growing Measles Crisis 02:36 Debate on Continuing Resolution and Budget Cuts 09:18 Termination of Funding to Gavi 13:25 Public Health Strategy and Administration Tactics 40:58 The Role of Individual Rights in Public Health 47:59 Conclusion and Final Thoughts Join the Conversation How do you see the future of global health unfolding? Share your thoughts in the comments! Subscribe & Stay Updated Listen on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or your favorite podcast platform Watch on YouTube & subscribe for more in-depth global health discussions – www.youtube.com/@shotarmpodcast

In this episode of HITea, recorded live at the ViVE conference, we learn from Teri Thomas, CEO of Volpara Health — a leader in AI-powered breast health solutions. The conversation centers around the future of autonomous readings of mammograms and how this technology is shaping the next era of early detection and precision care. Teri shares her insights into the growing role of AI in radiology, the need for scalable and consistent screening tools, and how automation can improve clinical outcomes and reduce disparities in women’s health. With global experience, Teri provides valuable perspective on how AI implementation differs across regions and what’s needed to support broader adoption. Whether you’re in digital health, radiology, or women’s health innovation, this episode offers a timely look into where the industry is headed — and why autonomous mammogram readings are a key part of that future.