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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 HERE---Episode Overview: Key industry industry leaders are stepping up and shepherding healthcare organizations that are seeking new and innovative ways to engage patients and drive better outcomes. Our next guest, Will Johnson, is at the forefront of this revolution as Vice President & General Manager of +Oscar.With a background in healthcare strategy and a passion for solving consumer pain points, Will leads the charge in commercializing innovative tech solutions for providers and payers. Drawing from his extensive experience at Oscar Health Insurance, Will brings a unique perspective on leveraging technology to improve healthcare outcomes. While together, Will and I discuss how +Oscar's Campaign Builder is revolutionizing patient communication, driving better utilization, and ultimately creating healthier, happier populations. Join us to gain Will’s insights on the future of personalized healthcare and how technology can empower both providers and patients in this rapidly evolving landscape. Let's go!Episode Highlights:Personal negative healthcare experience inspired Will's career path in consumer-centric solutionsPlus Oscar commercializes engagement technology and behavior change tools for payers and providersPlatform shows impressive results: 118% increase in wellness visits, 96% MA plan retentionEmphasis on personalized, scalable strategies for managing diverse and complex patient populationsFuture trend towards individualization in healthcare, with focus on near one-to-one communicationAbout our Guest: Will Johnson is the Vice President & General Manager of +Oscar, Modular Solutions, where he leads a team focused on commercializing discrete components of +Oscar's tech stack to both providers and payers. The team’s current focus is on the growth of Campaign Builder, +Oscar’s Engagement and Automation platform. The product is now serving 500K lives between external payors and provider clients across a variety of markets and LOBs.Prior to joining +Oscar, Will held many roles within Oscar Health Insurance and was a key driver of both their growth to 1M+ lives and their profitability efforts. With a particular focus on TX and Southeast markets, Will owned core Growth, P&L management, and Value-Based Care Strategy and Contracting functions for the regions throughout his seven year tenure with Oscar Health Insurance.Before joining Oscar, Will was an Associate Consultant at Bain and Company where he advised Telecomm, Technology, and Healthcare clients on Market Entry Strategy and Product Portfolio Management. Will is a graduate of Vanderbilt University, where he was also a member of their 2011 College World Series baseball program.Links Supporting This Episode: +Oscar Website: CLICK HEREWill Johnson LinkedIn page: CLICK HERE+Oscar LinkedIn page: CLICK HERE Mike Biselli LinkedIn page: CLICK HEREMike Biselli Twitter page: CLICK...

Join Nisha Kuruvadi, an internal medicine physician, as we explore the intriguing connection between sleep and weight loss. Did you know those precious hours of sleep could be more than just rest? Sleep is a complex interplay of hormones, brain waves, and bodily functions that regulate appetite, metabolism, and energy balance—vital factors in weight management. We'll uncover how sleep deprivation affects hunger hormones, stress levels, and metabolism, leading to weight gain and health issues. Nisha Kuruvadi is an internal medicine physician. She discusses the KevinMD article, "How quality sleep can be your secret weapon for effective weight loss." Our presenting sponsor is Nuance, a Microsoft company. Do you spend more time on administrative tasks like clinical documentation than you do with patients? You're not alone. Clinicians report spending up to two hours on administrative tasks for each hour of care provided. Nuance, a Microsoft company, is committed to helping clinicians restore the balance with Dragon Ambient eXperience – or DAX for short. DAX is an AI-powered, voice-enabled solution that helps physicians cut documentation time in half. DAX Copilot combines proven conversational and ambient AI with the most advanced generative AI in a mobile application that integrates directly with your existing workflows. DAX Copilot can be easily enabled within the workflow of the Dragon Medical application to bring the power of ambient technology to more clinicians faster while leveraging the proven and powerful capabilities used by over 550,000 physicians. Explore DAX Copilot today. Visit https://nuance.com/daxinaction to see a 12-minute DAX Copilot demo. Discover clinical documentation that writes itself and reclaim your work-life balance. VISIT SPONSOR → https://nuance.com/daxinaction SUBSCRIBE TO THE PODCAST → https://www.kevinmd.com/podcast RECOMMENDED BY KEVINMD → https://www.kevinmd.com/recommended GET CME FOR THIS EPISODE → https://www.kevinmd.com/cme I'm partnering with Learner+ to offer clinicians access to an AI-powered reflective portfolio that rewards CME/CE credits from meaningful reflections. Find out more: https://www.kevinmd.com/learnerplus

Today Dr Ritcha Saxena returns to the podcast.   She integrated virtual teaching methods into her educational approach, including online lectures, Zoom discussions, and virtual microscopy. Dr. Saxena was involved in a study analyzing pathology education in medical schools in the U.S. and other countries, focusing on curriculum content, teaching methods, and instructional time allocation. The study showed differences in pathology education between the U.S. and other countries, with more lecture hours and active learning strategies outside the U.S. We discuss the 2010 Carnegie Foundation report on medical education reform, emphasizing integration of basic sciences with clinical training and active learning strategies. She is currently working on integrating pathology into interprofessional education and writing a manual on AI's impact on medical education. Dr. Saxena is dedicated to promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion in healthcare education and has received recognition for her contributions in this area. Links for this episode: Health Podcast Network  LabVine Learning Dress A Med scrubs Digital Pathology Club   Pathology teaching in different undergraduate medical curricula within and outside the United States: a pilot study Group for Research In Pathology Education   People of Pathology Podcast: Twitter Instagram

Join us as we sit down with Olivia Ong, a pain and rehabilitation medicine physician from Australia, who shares her remarkable journey of recovery after a spinal cord injury in 2008. Once self-sufficient to a fault, Olivia found herself in a dark place, feeling alone and defeated. Her story takes a transformative turn when she discovers a center for spinal cord injury recovery in San Diego and, with the help of her trainer, Mica, takes her first steps toward a new life in 2011. Olivia discusses the profound impact of self-compassion, mindfulness, and acceptance on her recovery and how these principles have reshaped her approach to patient care. Olivia Ong is a pain and rehabilitation medicine physician in Australia. She discusses the KevinMD article, "The first time I walked again after a spinal cord injury." Our presenting sponsor is Nuance, a Microsoft company. Do you spend more time on administrative tasks like clinical documentation than you do with patients? You're not alone. Clinicians report spending up to two hours on administrative tasks for each hour of care provided. Nuance, a Microsoft company, is committed to helping clinicians restore the balance with Dragon Ambient eXperience – or DAX for short. DAX is an AI-powered, voice-enabled solution that helps physicians cut documentation time in half. DAX Copilot combines proven conversational and ambient AI with the most advanced generative AI in a mobile application that integrates directly with your existing workflows. DAX Copilot can be easily enabled within the workflow of the Dragon Medical application to bring the power of ambient technology to more clinicians faster while leveraging the proven and powerful capabilities used by over 550,000 physicians. Explore DAX Copilot today. Visit https://nuance.com/daxinaction to see a 12-minute DAX Copilot demo. Discover clinical documentation that writes itself and reclaim your work-life balance. VISIT SPONSOR → https://nuance.com/daxinaction SUBSCRIBE TO THE PODCAST → https://www.kevinmd.com/podcast RECOMMENDED BY KEVINMD → https://www.kevinmd.com/recommended GET CME FOR THIS EPISODE → https://www.kevinmd.com/cme I'm partnering with Learner+ to offer clinicians access to an AI-powered reflective portfolio that rewards CME/CE credits from meaningful reflections. Find out more: https://www.kevinmd.com/learnerplus

Artur Olesch is Berlin-based journalist specializing in digital health, the founder of aboutDigitalHealth.com, and the editor-in-chief of ICT&Health International. In this discussion, he shares his thoughts on the European legislation of healthtech, his thoughts on most intriguing books in tech and AI, and more.  His 3 book picks:  Ray Kurzweil - Singularity is nearer  Ethan Mollick - Co-Intelligence: Living and Working with AI Philip E. Tetlock, Dan Gardner - Superforecasting: The Art and Science of Prediction Show notes: 03:00 About Ray Kurzweil - Singularity is nearer  10:00 Ethical use of healthcare data - how sharing is connected to democratic values  14:00 Data analytics and data use examples and inspiration 17:00 DiGA in the field: do doctors know it  18:45 Approach to behavioral health improvement and the role of digital 20:00 Book 2: Ethan Mollick - Intelligence  22:58 Predicting disease - yes or no?  26:00 Best insights from conference, top topic: ambient intelligence systems  35:00 Hopes and fears about the future of healthcare digitalization www.facesofdigitalhealth.com Newsletter: https://fodh.substack.com/

Can you imagine a platform dedicated to retaining human involvement alongside AI and ML applications ensuring that judgment remains a vital component in decision-making processes? In the latest episode Live at ViVE, Dave Sohigian, CTO at Large at Workday, provides thought-provoking insights on topics such as the AI Hype Cycle, reshaping healthcare delivery in 2024, technological innovations in patient care, and critical issues of data security and privacy. He discusses how AI and ML are changing the landscape of technology and how organizations can harness their power to drive tangible outcomes. In this conversation, Dave also emphasizes how Workday is applying AI in its applications and the critical role of human intelligence in ensuring the responsible use of AI and ML. Stay tuned for an eye-opening conversation with Dave Sohigian on how AI is reshaping the future of healthcare. Resources: Connect with and follow David on LinkedIn. Follow Workday on LinkedIn and visit their website.

Clinical Nurse Specialists are more than just experts in their field.  They are advanced practice nurses who are driven to make system wide changes for both nurses and their patients.This episode sheds light on the critical role of Clinical Nurse Specialists, the extensive education and experience needed to enter the field, and their unique responsibilities compared to other nursing positions. Nicole openly shares the impact she’s been able to make as a CNS, the challenges she’s faced — and even mistakes she's made along the way. We also discuss the worrying decline in CNS programs, and what nurses can do to secure a CNS position in today's healthcare environment.Tune in to learn more about what it takes to be a Clinical Nurse Specialist and decide if it's the right fit for you!Topics discussed in this episode:The importance of the CNS role in healthcareDifferences between a CNS and other nursing rolesNicole’s experience implementing an award winning sepsis programThe experience and skills required to succeed as a CNSChallenges of the CNS roleThe future of the CNS roleAdvice for aspiring Clinical Nurse SpecialistsHead to Nicole’s website to get 20% off ALL courses and educational materials with code RAPIDRN20!https://www.nicolekupchikconsulting.com/?ref=30065Connect with Nicole Kupchik:https://www.instagram.com/nicolekupchik/https://www.tiktok.com/@nicolekupchikhttps://www.facebook.com/NicoleKupchikConsultingEducationhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/nicole-kupchik-mn-rn-ccrn-530b8710/https://www.youtube.com/channel/nicolekupchik5959Mentioned in this episode:Rapid Response and Rescue Intro CourseCONNECT 📸 Connect on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/therapidresponsern/ 🫶 Check out my membership: https://www.rapidresponseandrescue.com/community 📚 Check out my course: https://www.rapidresponseandrescue.com/learnmore 🧑‍💻Check out my website: https://www.rapidresponseandrescue.com/ 📬 Subscribe to my newsletter: https://www.rapidresponseandrescue.com/login 🎁 Affiliation and discounts: https://hoo.be/therapidresponsern SAY THANKS 💜Leave a review on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/rapid-response-rn/id1535997752 💚Leave a rating on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/55LQqeDg6XFeixvZLEp4xE To get the FREE Rapid Response RN Assessment Guide and the coupon code for $10 off the cost of the course, message Sarah on Instagram @TheRapidResponseRN and type the word PODCAST! This episode was produced by Podcast Boutique https://www.podcastboutique.com

In this episode of the Women Physicians Lead podcast, Dr. Lisa, the host, offers guidance to women physicians navigating career transitions and reinventions. She identifies five common mistakes to avoid: neglecting self-reflection, overlooking financial planning, underutilizing professional networks, ignoring the need for new skills, and failing to maintain a healthy work-life balance. Dr. Lisa emphasizes the importance of clarifying goals, assessing financial readiness, leveraging connections, acquiring necessary skills, and prioritizing self-care. Her insights aim to support women physicians in making informed and successful career changes. If you want to discover your purpose, get set on your career goals, and prepare for the next best leadership role look no further. I am offering for a limited time my Career Reinvention Audit Session designed to provide you with a 30-day roadmap for reinventing your career and thriving as a leader click here. I look forward to working with you!

Welcome to episode 2 of Nurse Rosa's INsights where host Rosa Hart engages in an insightful conversation with Nurse Jean Ross, the co-founder of Primary Record. This episode serves as an illuminating spotlight on healthcare stakeholders who are using innovative platforms to revolutionize the delivery of healthcare for families. In this episode, Jean Ross expounds on her brainchild, Primary Record, a groundbreaking platform designed to streamline healthcare information for families. As a critical care nurse turned entrepreneur, Jean recognized the persistent struggles families face in managing and sharing health information, driving her to create a solution that fosters collaboration and simplification. The conversation unfolds with a spotlight on the challenges families encounter in fragmented healthcare landscapes and how Primary Record provides a solution by consolidating health information from disparate systems and empowering families to share and access vital data seamlessly. Access your Primary Record today at: https://www.primaryrecord.com/ Jean's quote, "You know when you give nurses a problem, they solve it," embodies the mission behind Primary Record - to empower nurses and families with an efficient, user-friendly tool that complements the invaluable role of healthcare providers. It emphasizes the pivotal significance of nurses as problem solvers and advocates. The discussion covers aspects of legislation such as the 21st Century Cures Act, information blocking, and the critical need for investment in nurse-led ideas. Jean's visionary proposal of directing a $1,000,000,000 grant to Beth Brooks at nursecapital.net reflects her commitment to fostering and advancing nurse entrepreneurship. Key themes in this stimulating episode include the urgent need for investment in nurse-led innovations, the impact of technology in simplifying healthcare for families, and the potential to transform healthcare through collaboration and nursing-led initiatives. Join us as we delve into the intricacies of healthcare innovation and the empowering role of nurses in reshaping the healthcare landscape. Connect with Nurse Jean Ross on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeanrnurse/ Connect with Nurse Rosa Hart on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rosa-hart-scrn/ Timestamped Questions: (00:01:23) What was the inspiration behind creating Primary Record? (00:03:43) How does Primary Record simplify healthcare information for families? (00:07:31) Can you elaborate on the role of legislation, such as the 21st Century Cures Act, in empowering families to access healthcare information? (00:16:59) How do you envision the $1,000,000,000 grant contributing to nurse-led innovations? Tune in to Nurse Rosa's INsights for a thought-provoking discussion on healthcare innovation, nurse-led entrepreneurship, and the transformative power of collaborative healthcare solutions.

Welcome to episode 1 of Nurse Rosa's INsights where host Rosa Hart sits down with Dr. Rachel Malloy, a clinical application manager for a neurodiagnostic company, to discuss the importance of media training for nurses and the role of nurses in transforming healthcare. Dr. Rachel Malloy, DNP, RN, CNRN, SCRN, recently developed a media competency training program for neuroscience nurses, emphasizing the need for nurses to engage with the public effectively and avoid misinformation in the media. As she rightly highlights, "Nurses are being encouraged to utilize different forms of media to communicate healthcare stories and messages," stressing the urgency for nurses' media involvement. The episode addresses the lack of media training programs for nurses and the undervaluation of the nursing profession. Dr. Malloy delves into the potential impact of nurses in public health and politics, advocating for increased philanthropic funding for nursing education and healthcare transformation. For more information about Dr. Rachel Malloy's media training program or to contact her, visit: https://www.nursesinthemedia.com/ Register for the AANN Media Competency Training for the Neuroscience Nurse continuing education credit at: https://apps.aann.org/store/product-details?productId=898805030 Hear Dr. Malloy's answer to the billion dollar question: How would you use a $1,000,000,000 grant to transform healthcare and how nurses could utilize it to meet healthcare needs. Here are some key questions about the episode: (00:45): How does media training for nurses help in demystifying and making media more accessible? (05:20): How can nurses effectively repurpose reliable information onto social media for wider reach while maintaining trustworthiness? (12:15): What key points does Dr. Malloy emphasize regarding the role of nurses in public health and politics? (18:40): In what ways can nurses and healthcare organizations benefit from media training and developing relationships with journalists for effective communication? (23:10): What are the implications of the hypothetical scenario of receiving a $1,000,000,000 grant for transforming healthcare, as discussed in the episode? (28:30): How can nurses influence public perception of nursing through professional nursing associations and healthcare organizations with the help of media trained nurses? Dr. Malloy's episode encapsulates the crucial role of nursing in the media and healthcare transformation, providing insightful perspectives on the necessity of media training and the potential for nurses to advocate for change. If you want to delve deeper into how nurses can engage with the public and make a difference in healthcare, don't miss Nurse Rosa's Insights! Connect with Nurse Rosa Hart on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rosa-hart-scrn/

Send us a Text Message.With JD Vance recently announced as Trump's running mate, many are seeking answers to where he stands on issues such as the opioid crisis, abortion, access to care, and the overall healthcare industry.Does his record, opinions, and voting history provide insights into his potential impacts if elected as vice president?In this episode of CareTalk, David E. Williams and John Driscoll explore how JD Vance’s views could impact his campaign and what a potential vice presidency might mean for the future of healthcare policy and reform.TOPICS0:19 Sponsorship1:24 Who is JD Vance?2:23 How will JD Vance impact healthcare policy?4:30 Understanding Vance's views on abortion5:40 How will Trump's governing style mesh with Vance?6:57 Understand possible policies on DACA and healthcare8:08 Vance's history with the opioid crisis8:59 Why was Vance picked as Trump's running mate9:41 Revisiting the East Palestine disasterThis episode is brought to you by Matrix Medical Network. Matrix Medical Network is an independent, at-scale provider of comprehensive in-home health assessments. The company’s national network of nearly 3,000 clinicians delivers comprehensive, personalized care for Medicare Advantage, Managed Medicaid, and Commercial patients across all 50 states.Care visits include diagnostic testing, risk identification, medication management, and tailored lifestyle improvement plans.Download Matrix Medical Network's White Paper: "Improving Health Equity Through Whole-Person Care" 👇https://www.matrixmedicalnetwork.com/whitepaper-improving-health-equity-through-whole-person-care/🎙️⚕️ABOUT CARETALKCareTalk 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. GET IN TOUCHBecome a CareTalk sponsorGuest appearance requestsVisit us on the webSubscribe to the CareTalk NewsletterShop official CareTalk merchFOLLOW CARETALKSpotifyApple PodcastsSupport the Show.CareTalk: Healthcare. Unfiltered. is produced by Grippi Media.

In this episode of Aging Fast & Slow, we delve into ways to improve the quality of life of older adults needing home- and community-based services. We are joined by Dr. Kali Thomas, Associate Director of Health Services Research in the Center for Equity in Aging at Johns Hopkins School of Nursing. Dr. Thomas' research spans the long-term services and supports continuum, ranging from in-home services to long-term care in assisted living communities. Together we explore these critical issues and discuss innovative approaches and policies to meet the comprehensive medical and non-medical needs of our aging population. References: Home-Delivered Meals Thomas KS, Parikh R, Zullo AR, Dosa D. (2018) Home-Delivered Meals and Risk of Self-Reported Falls: Results From a Randomized Trial. J Appl Gerontol. 2018 Jan;37(1):41-57. PMID: 27798291. Thomas KS, Smego R, Akobundu U, Dosa D. (2017) Characteristics of Older Adults on Waiting Lists for Meals on Wheels: Identifying Areas for Intervention. J Appl Gerontol. 2017 Oct;36(10):1228-1242. PMCID: PMC4877281. Thomas KS, Akobundu U, Dosa D. (2016) More Than A Meal? A Randomized Control Trial Comparing the Effects of Home-Delivered Meals Programs on Participants’ Feelings of Loneliness. J Gerontol B Psychol Sci Soc. Sci. 2016 Nov;71(6):1049-1058. PMID: 26613620 Thomas KS, Mor V. (2013) Providing more home-delivered meals is one way to keep older adults with low care needs out of nursing homes. Health Aff (Millwood). 2013 Oct;32(10):1796-1802. PMCID: PMC4001076. Thomas KS, Gadbois EA, Shield RR, Akobundu U, Morris AM, Dosa DM. (2018) “It’s not just a simple meal. It’s so much more”: Interactions between Meals on Wheels Clients and Drivers. J Appl Gerontol. 2018 Dec 20:733464818820226 [Epub ahead of print]. PMID: 30569811. Title III State Expenditures on In-Home Services Thomas KS. (2014) The relationship between Older Americans Act in-home services and low-care residents in nursing homes. J Aging Health. 2014 Mar;26(2):250-260. PMCID: PMC4112387. Veteran-Directed Care / Self-Directed Care Yuan Y, Thomas KS, Frakt AB, Pizer SD, Garrido MM. (2019) Users Of Veteran-Directed Care And Other Purchased Care Have Similar Hospital Use And Costs Over Time. Health Affairs. 2019. 38(6):1037-104569. Thomas KS, Allen SM. (2016) Interagency partnership to deliver Veteran-Directed Home and Community-Based Services: Interviews with Aging and Disability Network agency personnel regarding their experience with partner Department of Veterans Affairs medical centers. J Rehabil Res Dev. 2016;53(5):611-618. PMID: 27898159. Yuan Y, Thomas KS, Van Houtven CH, Price ME, Pizer SD, Frakt AB, Garrido MM. (2022) Fewer potentially avoidable health care events in rural veterans with self-directed care versus other personal care services. J Am Geriatr Soc. 2022 May;70(5):1418-1428. doi: 10.1111/jgs.17656. Epub 2022 Jan 13. PMID: 35026056; PMCID: PMC9106846 Access to Benefits Thomas KS, Corneau E, Van Houtven C, Aron D, Dosa D, Allen SM. (2021) Inequities in Access to VA’s Aid and Attendance Pension Benefit to Finance Veterans’ Long-Term Care. Health Serv Res. 2021 Jun;56(3):389-399. PMID: 33634467; PMCID: PMC8143693. Kennedy KA, Corneau E, Rickard T, Mills WL, Thomas KS. VA Social Workers Identify Factors Predictive of Enrollment and Variability in Veterans’ Access to Aid and Attendance Benefits. J Gerontol Soc Work. 2023 Jul 24:1-21. PMID: 37483074

The transformative potential of AI in healthcare is no secret, but there are certain limitations and risks associated with its generalization. In this episode of the AHIP 2024 series, Yoni Shtein, CEO of Laguna Health, discusses how his company uses conversational AI to enhance care management for health plans. He explains how Laguna leverages ambient listening and a large language model to analyze conversations between care managers and members, improving efficiency, outcomes, and effectiveness in chronic, high-risk, or acute care management. The technology aligns with the needs of regional and national payers and facilitates better member service and patient outcomes. Yoni emphasizes integrating new technology in Interactive Care Planning (ICP), utilizing virtual, multimodal interactions like telephonic chat text, and highlights companies such as Abridge, Ambience, Nabla, and Suki for capturing language across mediums to gain valuable insight He also covers the pros and cons of conversational AI in healthcare, addressing cybersecurity risks and AI hallucinations while emphasizing the importance of recognizing opportunities and concerns.  Tune in and learn how conversational AI is starting to leave its mark on healthcare! Resources:  Watch the entire interview here. Follow and connect with Yoni Shtein on LinkedIn. Learn more about Laguna Health on their LinkedIn and website. Listen to Yoni’s previous interview on our podcast here.

On episode 485 of The Nurse Keith Show nursing and healthcare career podcast, Keith interviews Jennifer Flynn, CPHRM and Georgia Reiner, MS, CPHRM of Nurses Service Organization (NSO). In the course of their conversation, Keith and his guests discuss medical malpractice, liability, the differences between civil suits and board of nursing (BON) disciplinary investigations, how nurses can protect themselves against being sued, and what to do if a lawsuit or BON investigation is initiated. For any nurse with a license to protect, this episode is for you. (Disclaimer: Keith has been a client of NSO for many years, although there is no financial relationship between The Nurse Keith Show and NSO.) Georgia Reiner, MS, CPHRM is a Risk Analyst for Nurses Service Organization (NSO) in the Healthcare Division of Aon Affinity Insurance Services, Inc. She has worked in the healthcare insurance business for over seven years, educating healthcare providers on professional liability issues and risk management principles. She is also a published author on quality, safety, and risk management topics affecting healthcare. In addition to earning her designation as a Certified Professional in Healthcare Risk Management (CPHRM), she is also a licensed Property & Casualty insurance agent. She has earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Healthcare Policy and Administration from Penn State University, a certificate in Paralegal Studies from Villanova University, and a Master of Science degree from Drexel University in Quality, Safety, and Risk Management in Healthcare. Jennifer Flynn, CPHRM is Vice President of Risk Management for Nurses Service Organization in the Healthcare Division of Aon’s Affinity Insurance Services, Inc. Specializing in risk management and having worked in the healthcare insurance business for over 23 years, Jennifer is dedicated to educating nurses and health care professionals on professional liability risks and offers strategies to mitigate those risks by supporting patient safety principles and developing quality management programs. In addition to being a frequent national speaker on healthcare risk and liability, Jennifer is also a published author on various risk management topics. Jennifer is a Certified Professional in Healthcare Risk Management and is a licensed Property & Casualty agent. She earned a BA in Psychology from Arcadia University in Glenside, Pennsylvania. is Vice President of Risk Management for Nurses Service Organization in the Healthcare Division of Aon’s Affinity Insurance Services, Inc. Specializing in risk management and having worked in the healthcare insurance business for over 23 years, Jennifer is dedicated to educating nurses and health care professionals on professional liability risks and offers strategies to mitigate those risks by supporting patient safety principles and developing quality management programs. In addition to being a frequent national speaker on healthcare risk and liability, Jennifer is also a published author on various risk management topics. Jennifer is a Certified Professional in Healthcare Risk Management and is a licensed Property & Casualty agent. She earned a BA in Psychology from Arcadia University in Glenside, Pennsylvania. Connect with Jennifer Flynn, Georgia Reiner, and NSO : Nurses Service Organization website NSO on Facebook NSO on Instagram Georgia Reiner on LinkedIn Jennifer Flynn on LinkedIn

Rachel Winokur, CEO, TailorCare and Alex Bateman, CEO, United Musculoskeletal Partners (UMP) join Eric to discuss the evolution and adoption of specialty value-based care, highlighting the significant improvements in patient care, customer satisfaction scores, cost reduction and value creation.   Hear how their two organizations partner with a commercial payer to manage musculoskeletal cases, ensuring they assess patients, understand their needs, and match them with the best providers in the market.   Rachel and Alex also touched on the keys to implementing a successful value-based care strategy and underscored the transformative power of data analytics in shaping the future of healthcare.   Segments Origin Story Payer Experience Patient Experience Pitfalls Strategy/Building   Rachel Winokur, CEO, TailorCare Alex Bateman, CEO, United Musculoskeletal Partners (UMP)   About Alex Alex  is an accomplished, results-driven healthcare leader with 20 years of development and operations experience in multi-state, multi-site healthcare services organizations. He is a proven talent and team builder who adapts and thrives in the changing healthcare space. He is analytical, confident in challenging environments, and regarded as a top company performer in both leadership and growth/development.   About Rachel Rachel is the co-founder and CEO of TailorCare, a risk-based care navigation and health management company that provides deeply personal, data-driven support and clinical access to patients living with joint, back, and muscle pain. Prior to founding TailorCare, Rachel launched Bright Health Group, a value-based healthcare company committed to managing population risk. She served as Chief Business Officer of Bright before serving as the CEO of NeueHealth, the risk-based primary care delivery, provider enablement, and network management company she created within Bright. Rachel built her career in executive and leadership roles at Aetna, where she helped start the health plan’s population health management division, The Carlyle Group, as a healthcare investor, and at Datascope, a public medical device company she helped take private. Rachel has previously held positions at Bertelsmann and Goldman Sachs.   About United Musculoskeletal Partners United Musculoskeletal Partners (UMP) was formed in December 2021 by Resurgens Orthopaedics, one of the nation's largest orthopedic practices. UMP partners with entrepreneurial, physician-owned orthopedic practices to deliver exceptional clinical care to patients around the country while simplifying the management functions of the practices under one umbrella company. Website: www.umpartners.com This episode is sponsored by TailorCare TailorCare is a risk-based care navigation program that provides deeply personal support to patients living with joint, back, and muscle pain. By combining a careful assessment of patients’ symptoms, health history, preferences and goals with predictive data and the latest evidence-based guidelines, TailorCare helps patients choose—and navigate—the most effective treatment pathway for them, every step of the way. Website: www.tailorcare.com