Host Justin Barnes recorded live at HIMSS25 in Las Vegas. Stay tuned for the next few weeks to hear all his guests.This week his guests are Tony Nunes, Senior Manager, Healthcare & Life Sciences at AMD, and Leigh Burchell, Vice President, Policy & Public Affairs at Altera Digital Health.
April 29, 2025
The most powerful person in the world is the storyteller. Steve Jobs believed this, and it's never been more accurate, especially in healthcare. Renowned storytelling expert Craig Wortmann—Professor at Northwestern’s Kellogg School of Management and CEO of Sales Engine joins Eric Glazer to discuss one of the most underutilized leadership tools in healthcare: storytelling. During the episode, Craig shares a practical framework—Collect, Categorize, Construct, Convey—to help healthcare leaders use storytelling to drive action, inspire change, and connect more deeply with teams and stakeholders. You’ll learn: Why stories persuade better than data The four types of stories every leader should tell How to embed storytelling into your leadership routine Plus, Craig explains how failure stories can actually build trust—and why storytelling is a leadership discipline, not just an art. About Craig One of the most respected voices in storytelling and leadership, Craig Wortmann is an award-winning educator, three-time entrepreneur, author and CEO. Craig is also Clinical Professor of Innovation & Entrepreneurship at Northwestern’s Kellogg School of Management and the Founder & Academic Director of the Kellogg Sales Institute. He founded Sales Engine, a tools and services firm founded on the principle that leaders should treat sales as the engine of their business, in 2009. Craig and his team consult to the world’s largest and most successful companies, as well as some of the world’s fastest-growing entrepreneurial companies. Craig is author of What’s Your Story™? a book that helps people tell the right story at the right time for the right reasons. You can learn more about Craig here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/craigwortmann/ About Bright Spots in Healthcare Bright Spots in Healthcare is produced by Bright Spots Ventures Bright Spots Ventures brings healthcare leaders together to share working solutions or "bright spots" to common challenges. We build valuable and meaningful relationships through our Bright Spots in Healthcare podcast, webinar series, leadership councils, customized peer events, and sales and go-to-market consulting. We believe that finding a bright spot and cloning it is the most effective strategy to improve healthcare in our lifetime. Visit our website at www.brightspotsinhealthcare.com
April 29, 2025
In this episode of Prevention Over Prescription with Dr. K, we're joined by Kevin Ford, CEO of Calian, and Ginger Bertrand, Co-Founder of Neue Theory, for an inspiring conversation about building a better tomorrow. They explore the vision behind the new Ottawa Hospital Campus, the innovative technologies that will drive patient care forward, and how cutting-edge solutions are transforming healthcare systems today. Tune in to hear how leadership, collaboration, and bold thinking are helping create a healthier future for all. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
April 29, 2025
Host: Darryl S. Chutka, M.D.
Guests: Cadman L. Leggett, M.D., and Chamil C. Codipilly, M.D.
Occasional heartburn from gastroesophageal reflux is usually nothing more than an occasional nuisance for most patients. However, when the reflux becomes chronic, it can become more serious. One complication is Barrett’s esophagus. On occasion, Barrett’s can develop into esophageal adenocarcinoma, an aggressive malignancy with a survival rate of only around 20% at 5 years. Although usually seen in those with chronic acid reflux, Barrett’s can occasionally occur in those without any clinical evidence of acid reflux. When should a patient with acid reflux receive an upper endoscopy? What’s the significance of finding Barrett’s esophagus on an endoscopy? How often does Barrett’s develop into esophageal cancer and does treatment prevent this from happening? In this podcast, these are just some of the questions I’ll be asking our guests, Cadman L. Leggett, M.D., and Chamil C. Codipilly, M.D., both from the Division of Gastroenterology and Hepatology at the Mayo Clinic as we discuss Barrett’s Esophagus.
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April 29, 2025
In this Heartline Echo Episode, I revisit a powerful conversation with Drs. Maryanna Barrett and Maria Paasch, two innovative OB-GYNs who have transformed their practice by integrating functional medicine. Their journey from traditional obstetrics and gynecology to a more holistic approach offers valuable insights for healthcare professionals seeking to enhance patient care and rediscover their passion for medicine.
Our discussion explores the essence of functional medicine, challenging the conventional "collection of body parts" approach to healthcare. We delve into how this integrative method looks at the body as an interconnected system, seeking root causes rather than merely treating symptoms.
Key insights from our conversation include:
The definition and principles of functional medicine
How functional medicine complements conventional approaches
The importance of addressing the mind-body connection in patient care
Strategies for incorporating functional medicine into traditional medical practices
Discover how to:
Recognize and respond to signs of professional burnout
Align your medical practice with your personal values
Navigate career transitions in healthcare
Cultivate a unique contribution to medicine that reflects your passions and strengths
This episode offers a candid look at the challenges and rewards of charting a new course in medicine. Drs. Barrett and Paasch share their experiences of overcoming fears, redefining success, and finding greater fulfillment in their work.
"Recognize that that feeling isn't because your schedule's too full, you've worked too many days in a row. That feeling is probably telling you that what you're doing is in conflict with your value."
This conversation provides inspiration and practical advice for healthcare professionals who feel constrained by conventional systems or are searching for ways to better serve their patients. It's a call to action for physicians to reclaim their role as leaders in healthcare and pursue innovative approaches that align with their values.
Join us for this thought-provoking discussion that challenges the status quo in medicine and offers a vision for a more integrated, patient-centered approach to healthcare. Whether you're a seasoned practitioner or just starting your medical journey, this episode will inspire you to listen to your heart and pursue a path that truly resonates with your calling in medicine.
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MyManaWellness.com and Hormone Harmony Facebook Group
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April 29, 2025
Sophia Kim has spent her career breaking molds, and building better models for leadership and care delivery.
From her early start navigating journalism and consulting to leading high-growth teams in healthcare, Sophia’s path has been shaped by adaptability, ambition, and a commitment to creating change that matters.
In this episode of Inspiring Women with Laurie McGraw, Sophia shares her journey from balancing a demanding consulting career with raising two young children to finding her footing in healthcare leadership - without a clinical background, but with a deep understanding of people, systems, and what real innovation requires.
She talks about:
How she’s helping rethink access to heart care through virtual-first models — and why bold ideas are needed to meet today’s healthcare challenges.
The leadership lessons she’s carried from consulting rooms to executive suites — including why being able to “be like water” has been essential to growth.
How women leaders can create space not just for themselves, but for the next generation.
Why technology must always serve people first — and how to balance innovation with the human experience.
Sophia’s story is about more than business growth. It’s about resilience, reinvention, and the power of leading with both strategy and heart.
Chapters
00:01:27 Sophia’s Immigrant Story & Early Career Background
00:08:32 Leading Through the Pandemic
00:11:28 Complexity of Cardiovascular Health
00:12:39 Cardiologist Shortage & Access Issues
00:15:06 Role of AI in Cardiology & Patient Engagement
00:19:54 Sophia’s Leadership Style
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Browse Episodes | LinkedIn | Instagram | Apple | Spotify This episode of Inspiring Women with Laurie McGraw was recorded at the WBL Summit, a leadership, networking, and professional development conference for WBL members that takes place each spring.
WBL is a network of 1500+ senior executive women in healthcare who convene to share ideas, make valuable connections, and solve business challenges. WBL’s mission is to connect and support our members in advancing their careers and impact on our industry.
April 29, 2025
Welcome to DOCSF 2025 Previews, a special podcast series where we connect with the brilliant minds shaping the future of digital orthopedics ahead of the DOCSF 2025 Conference in San Francisco!In this inaugural episode, we feature Dr. Danny Goel, an accomplished shoulder surgeon, clinical professor at the University of British Columbia, and CEO of PrecisionOS. Dr. Goel shares his journey from practicing surgeon to healthcare innovator, highlighting the top three technologies reshaping sports medicine today, the challenges and triumphs of leading a healthcare startup, and the future of digital transformation in surgery, from generative AI to wearable devices.He also previews the Sports Medicine Technology session he’ll be leading at DOCSF 2025, focusing on actionable solutions that surgeons can immediately apply to their practices. If you're eager to hear how cutting-edge technology is being translated into real-world impact, this conversation is the perfect way to kick off your journey toward DOCSF 2025!
April 29, 2025
April 29, 2025: Tracy Elmer, Chief Innovation Officer of TrueCare, discusses her approach to empowering the patient to reach a higher level of care. How is TrueCare’s digital literacy program empowering underserved communities to navigate technology? Tracy reveals the impact of mobile wellness units bringing medical services directly to underserved communities, witnessing how TrueCare's philosophy that "distance should not be a barrier to care" manifests in their expanding network of specialized health centers. Lastly, she dives into how community partnerships with organizations like Feeding San Diego address broader social determinants of health in their community.
Key Points:
01:22 Digital Literacy Initiatives
10:32 Mobile Wellness Units
16:48 Community Partnerships
21:16 TrueCare Future Initiatives
23:47 Lightning Round
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April 29, 2025
In this ViVE conference edition of HITea With Grace, I sit down with Nadine Peever, health IT expert, for a powerful conversation at the intersection of technology, care coordination, and women’s health.
Nadine brings both deep professional expertise and lived experience to the table. As someone who’s worked across the healthcare data landscape—and personally navigated the complexities of the system while managing endometriosis—she offers a rare, dual-perspective on why interoperability isn't just a tech problem, it's a patient care problem.
In this episode, we explore:
The biggest current gaps in health information exchange—and what it means for real-world care
The impact of legal and regulatory constraints on data sharing, and how policy can help or hinder progress
How her own journey with endometriosis revealed the serious consequences of fragmented data and delayed diagnoses
Where AI and clinical decision support tools can meaningfully improve care for patients with complex, underdiagnosed conditions like endometriosis
This conversation gets to the heart of how interoperability and innovation can (and must) serve patients, especially those who have historically been overlooked in health system design and data strategies.
Nadine’s voice is a crucial one—grounded in technical knowledge, policy awareness, and the kind of insight only lived experience can offer.
Tune in and follow HITea With Grace for more conversations with women transforming healthcare from the inside out.
April 29, 2025