
What happens when patients take the lead in shaping healthcare innovation?
In this episode of HIT Like a Girl, guest host Demi Radeva sits down with Molly Schreiber, a passionate patient advocate who has lived with type 1 diabetes for 35 years and rheumatoid arthritis. Molly shares her incredible journey from being a patient to joining Savvy Cooperative, a patient-owned marketplace revolutionizing how healthcare companies access patient insights and data.
Together, Demi and Molly explore:
The critical gaps between patient needs and industry deliverables.
How patient-centric approaches can drive better healthcare solutions.
The ongoing challenges in digital health, including accessibility, interoperability, and data privacy—especially in women’s health.
Why patient collaboration is essential for meaningful policy and innovation.

Molly’s story is a powerful reminder that patients aren’t just beneficiaries of healthcare—they’re its most valuable partners.
Key Moments:

00:17 | Molly’s Personal Healthcare Journey

00:59 | Policy Shifts and Industry Changes

02:21 | Bridging the Gap Between Patient Needs and Industry Delivery

03:18 | How Savvy Cooperative is Empowering Patients

05:36 | Overcoming Challenges in Digital Health Accessibility

07:12 | Interoperability and Patient Control Over Data

08:21 | The Untapped Value of Patient Data

10:07 | Women’s Health Data and Privacy Concerns

11:17 | How to Improve Patient Collaboration in Healthcare

12:24 | Molly’s Message to Policymakers

Tune in to hear Molly’s inspiring story and learn how patient insights are shaping the future of healthcare.
Why Listen?
This episode is a must-listen for anyone passionate about patient advocacy, healthcare innovation, and data-driven solutions. Molly’s insights are a call to action for policymakers, industry leaders, and innovators to put patients at the center of healthcare.
March 25, 2025
“We need to be more ambitious….” Margaret “Peggy” O’Kane transformed healthcare quality measurement in America when she created NCQA 35 years ago. As she reflects on what it has meant to create the foundations for quality measurement, she is also clear that the complex state of healthcare requires leaders across payers, health systems, employers, and […]
March 25, 2025
In this episode of Prevention Over Prescription with Dr. K, Dr. K dives into all things nutrition, sharing practical tips on optimizing your diet, cutting out processed foods, and making the most of supplements. He breaks down key strategies for building a healthier lifestyle, fueling your body properly, and making informed food choices. Don't miss this insightful solo episode! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
March 25, 2025
Host: Darryl S. Chutka, M.D.
Guest: Amir R. Khan, M.D.
Although cataracts are typically seen in middle age and older individuals, they can occur at any age. They represent one of the leading causes of impaired vision and blindness worldwide. They typically develop slowly, and most patients aren’t often aware of symptoms until they’ve have progressed significantly. Fortunately, there’s very effective treatment available which can restore a patient’s vision. In today’s podcast, we’ll discuss cataracts, their symptoms and management with Amir R. Khan, M.D., an ophthalmologist at the Mayo Clinic.
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March 25, 2025
In this Heartline Echo Episode, I sit down with Dr. JoAn Monaco, a trailblazing plastic surgeon who has shattered glass ceilings and paved the way for women in surgery. As we celebrate Women's History Month, Dr. Monaco's journey serves as a powerful reminder of the progress made and the challenges that still lie ahead for women in medicine.
Dr. Monaco shares her fascinating path to plastic surgery, from an 18-hour jaw reconstruction case that ignited her passion to becoming the first female graduate of her prestigious integrated plastic surgery residency. Her story is a testament to perseverance, resilience, and the pursuit of excellence in a male-dominated field.
In this enlightening conversation, we explore:
The diverse world of plastic surgery and how Dr. Monaco found her niche
Balancing a thriving solo practice with family life and personal pursuits
Navigating pregnancy and motherhood during surgical training
The evolving landscape for women in surgery and medical education
Essential advice for aspiring surgeons on business acumen and practice management
Dr. Monaco's experiences offer valuable insights into the challenges faced by women in surgery, including the lack of maternity leave and the pressure to hide pregnancies. Her candid reflections on these experiences highlight the importance of continued progress in supporting women in medical careers.
Key takeaways from our discussion include:
The critical need for business education in medical training
Strategies for creating a positive work culture and retaining quality staff
Adapting to the challenges posed by the COVID-19 pandemic in New York City
The importance of flexibility and self-care in managing a demanding career
"Hard work gets you places. And so it's exactly the same way in the surgical disciplines. Hard work will get you whatever it is you are trying to achieve either as a female or as a male."
Dr. Monaco's story is not just about personal triumph; it's a call to action for continued support and mentorship of women in medicine. Her work with female medical students across the country demonstrates her commitment to nurturing the next generation of surgeons.
This episode offers invaluable guidance for medical students, residents, and established physicians alike. Whether you're considering a career in surgery, looking to start your own practice, or seeking inspiration to overcome professional challenges, Dr. Monaco's journey will resonate and motivate.
Join us for this thought-provoking conversation that celebrates the achievements of women in surgery while addressing the ongoing need for equity and support in the medical field.
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March 25, 2025
March 25, 2025: Albert Villarin, VP and CMIO of Nuvance Health, interviews Dr. Mark Weisman, CIO and CMIO of Tidal Health. Mark candidly discusses the difficulties of implementing AI solutions, emphasizing the critical importance of proper AI governance and education for healthcare professionals. As AI tools increasingly write clinical notes and suggest diagnoses, what skills should future clinicians develop—memorizing facts or critically evaluating AI outputs? Mark envisions a future where ambient AI transforms nursing workflows, allowing healthcare professionals to focus more on patient care than documentation, while acknowledging the challenges of building trust in these emerging technologies.Key Points:03:10 Challenges and Successes with AI06:23 AI Governance and Education14:22 Adoption and Trust in AI18:48 Future goals for AIX: This Week HealthLinkedIn: This Week HealthDonate: Alex’s Lemonade Stand: Foundation for Childhood Cancer
March 25, 2025
In this episode of A Shot in the Arm Podcast, hosts Yvette Raphael and Ben Plumley discuss the resilience of South Africa's healthcare system amidst U.S. aid cuts, particularly through USAID and PEPFAR. They highlight the devastating impacts on HIV treatment, TB care, and broader healthcare services due to the sudden cessation of funding. But the country is markedly more prepared than critics might have feared, to assume full responsibility for its infectious diseases strategies - including procurement and surveillance strategies that the US maintained control over in exchange for the aid. Their conversation extends to cover issues around mental health, future healthcare innovations like long-acting antiretrovirals, and the broader geopolitical implications of donor aid cuts.
00:00 Introduction and Setting the Scene
00:33 Impact of US Aid Cuts on South Africa
03:08 Healthcare Challenges and Government Response
07:04 The Role of Civil Society and Future Preparations
10:21 Consequences of Sudden Aid Withdrawal
14:17 Future of HIV Treatment and Advocacy
16:55 The Threat of Drug-Resistant TB
17:35 Government Investment in Healthcare
19:01 Mental Health Crisis Among Youth
19:41 Impact of USAID Funding Cuts
20:57 Soft Power and International Relations
22:37 South Africa's Self-Reliance
26:43 Addressing Racism and Emigration
32:42 Parting Thoughts and Optimism

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March 24, 2025
On this episode Justin records live at ViVE 2025 in Nashville. Stay tuned for the next few weeks to hear all his guests. This week tune in to hear Pooja Babbrah, EVP, Strategy & Industry Alignment, National Council for Prescription Drug Programs + Rich Scarfo, President, HLTH.
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March 24, 2025
Host: Darryl S. Chutka, M.D.
Guest: James T. Gaensbauer, M.D., M.S.
Each year, we recognize World TB Day on March 24. This annual event commemorates the date in 1882 when Dr. Robert Koch announced his discovery of Mycobacterium tuberculosis, the bacillus that causes tuberculosis (TB). World TB Day is a day to educate the public about the impact of TB around the world.
The CDC, along with our partners and colleagues around the world, share successes in TB prevention and control and raise awareness of the challenges that hinder our progress toward the elimination of this devastating disease.
Tuberculosis continues to be a global health concern. Despite being preventable and very treatable, this disease continues to cause suffering and death. It accounted for an estimated one and a quarter million deaths worldwide in 2023. In the United States, cases have been increasing over the past several years, and this is also true in children, especially in those under the age of 5 years. What are the common risk factors for tuberculosis in children? Is the disease different in children compared to adults? What should we, as a primary care provider do when we suspect tuberculosis in a young patient? These are some of the questions I’ll be asking my guest for this podcast, James T. Gaensbauer, M.D., M.S., a pediatric infectious disease specialist at the Mayo Clinic as we discuss “Tuberculosis in Children”.
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March 24, 2025
Hillsdale Hospital is excited to introduce Rural Health Today! This is the new chapter of our show, Rural Health Rising. On this podcast, we’ll connect you, our listeners, to what really matters in rural health.
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March 24, 2025
March 24, 2025: Heather Costa, Director of Technology Resilience at Mayo Clinic, shares her journey of rebranding her team from "disaster recovery operations" to "technology resilience operations," emphasizing that cyber incidents require a fundamentally different approach than physical disruptions. The conversation delves into the challenges of communicating technical needs with clinical staff, with Heather explaining her philosophy of "meeting people where they are" and focusing on their work rather than the technology. As cyber threats continue to evolve, Heather offers insights into building resilient systems that minimize disruption to patient care.Key Points:03:43 Heather's Role at Mayo Clinic04:29 The Evolution of Disaster Recovery07:10 Engaging Frontline Operators 17:44 Building Blocks of Resilience20:52 Lightning RoundX: This Week HealthLinkedIn: This Week HealthDonate: Alex’s Lemonade Stand: Foundation for Childhood Cancer
March 24, 2025
March 21, 2025: MEDITECH leaders Christopher Policano, VP of Sales, and Rachel Wilkes, Director of Marketing, sit down at HIMSS 2025 in Las Vegas. They explore how healthcare interoperability is evolving through their newly launched Traverse Exchange platform. How are these real-time data exchanges transforming clinical workflows beyond traditional fragmented files? The discussion reveals a company culture deeply invested in sustainable healthcare innovation while making advanced capabilities accessible to community hospitals.Key Points:01:51 Introducing Traverse Exchange05:36 AI Enhancing the EHR08:02 MEDITECH's Culture and MissionSubscribe: This Week HealthTwitter: This Week HealthLinkedIn: This Week HealthDonate: Alex’s Lemonade Stand: Foundation for Childhood Cancer
March 21, 2025
2022-03-18 Host Craig Lipset was joined by Irfan Khan (Circuit Clinical), Kelly McKee (Evinova), and Kerry Hicks (HW Investment Partners) for a conversation around the application of patient experience in clinical research, health ratings for providers, and more.You can join TGIF-DTRA Sessions live on LinkedIn Live on Friday's at 12:00 PM ET by checking out our LinkedIn. Follow the Decentralized Trials & Research Alliance (DTRA) on LinkedIn and X. Learn more about Membership options and our work at www.dtra.org.
March 21, 2025
Editor’s Summary by JAMA Deputy Editors Linda Brubaker, MD, and Preeti Malani, MD, MSJ, for articles published from March 15-21, 2025.
March 21, 2025
Rapid response nurses don’t just handle codes — they help prevent them from happening. Contrary to popular belief, Rapid Response Nursing is not just sprinting from code blue the next and neither is ER nursing. While there are a lot of similarities between these two specialties in Nursing, there are a lot of differences too. In this episode, Aidan RN shares what it was like to transition from the fast-paced ER to the world of rapid response.We discuss what sets rapid response apart, the mindset shifts that helped him make the switch, and break down cases where their quick action made all the difference — including a subdural hematoma caught just in time, a STEMI with an unusual presentation, and a patient whose only symptom was neck pain.Whether you’re calling rapid response or considering the role yourself, don't miss this conversation on the skills and challenges that define rapid response nursing!Topics discussed in this episode:Why transition from ER to rapid response?Differences between ER and rapid response nursingCase study: discovering a subdural hematomaThe role of intuition in rapid response nursingBest practices to work with rapid response nursesAdvice to nurses considering Rapid Response NursingLearn more about what it’s like to be a Rapid Response Nurse!https://www.aacn.org/blog/exploring-the-world-of-rapid-response-nursesMentioned in this episode:CONNECT

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March 21, 2025
Send us a textIs smarter decision support the key to unlocking value-based success?In this episode of the HealthBiz Podcast, Thaddeus Fulford-Jones, CEO of Radial, joins host David Williams to explore how Radial’s AI-powered decision support software merges cutting-edge data science with clinical best practices to enhance patient outcomes, reduce costs, and optimize value-based provider operations.Thaddeus Fulford-Jones' book recommendation: Reservations for Nine by Dr. George Beauregard


ABOUT HEALTHBIZ PODCASTHealthBiz is a CareTalk podcast that delivers in-depth interviews on healthcare business, technology, and policy with entrepreneurs and CEOs. Host David E. Williams — president of the healthcare strategy consulting boutique Health Business Group — is also a board member, investor in private healthcare companies, and author of the Health Business Blog. Known for his strategic insights and sharp humor, David offers a refreshing break from the usual healthcare industry BS.


ABOUT THADDEUS FULFORD-JONESThaddeus Fulford-Jones is the Co-Founder & CEO of Radial (www.radialcare.com), a healthtech company leveraging AI and machine learning to improve patient outcomes and financial performance in value-based care. Radial develops next-generation decision support tools that help organizations target the right members with the right interventions at the right time. Previously, Thaddeus was the Co-Founder and CEO of Locately, a location analytics firm that pioneered mobile-based consumer insights. He holds a PhD from MIT, where his research focused on complex systems and modeling. Throughout his career, he has been passionate about applying technology to solve critical challenges in healthcare and beyond.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.
March 21, 2025
Charlene talks with Anne Herleth, Vice President of Member Insights at the Health Management Academy, which put out a recent report on the results of a survey on frontline perspectives on safe staffing. It’s a must read for anyone in a nurse management role that needs to contend with the often competing priorities of maintaining staff satisfaction while meeting budgets.
Host:
Charlene Platon, MS, RN, FNP-BC (@charleneplaton)
Guest:
Anne Herleth (https://www.linkedin.com/in/anne-herleth-ba735555)
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March 21, 2025
March 21, 2025: Philipp von Gilsa, CEO of Kontakt.io, explores how next-generation real-time location systems (RTLS) are re-entering the healthcare space and creating rapid growth. Philipp reveals how his company's cloud-based approach is helping health systems drastically reduce equipment costs through enhanced visibility, with some clients seeing benefits in the first month after deployment. Don’t miss this discussion live from the floor of HIMSS.Key Points:03:47 Next Generation RTLS04:39 Implementation and ROI08:19 RTLS with AISubscribe: This Week HealthTwitter: This Week HealthLinkedIn: This Week HealthDonate: Alex’s Lemonade Stand: Foundation for Childhood Cancer
March 21, 2025
AI has been quietly transforming healthcare for years, but the arrival of ChatGPT changed the game. Suddenly, everyone—from patients to investors—could see the real-world impact of AI in making healthcare more efficient and accessible.
One company leading this transformation is Mediktor, a pioneer in AI-powered symptom assessment. Before AI had its cultural moment, Mediktor—a member of the StartUp Health community since 2016—was already using it to help stratify patients and guide them to the right level of care. Now, they’re growing rapidly and shaping the future of AI in healthcare.
In this episode, we chat with Cristian Pascual, CEO & Co-founder of Mediktor, to discuss:
The evolution of AI in healthcare and why it’s accelerating now
How Mediktor’s AI-driven symptom assessment is improving patient care
The challenges of AI in healthcare, including LLMs, "black-box" models, and hallucinations
Why a hybrid AI approach—combining automation with human safeguards—is the future
As AI continues to shape healthcare, companies must balance innovation with accuracy. Pascual shares insights on how to harness AI’s power while ensuring reliability and trust.
Tune in to explore the next wave of AI in healthcare—and what it means for patients, providers, and the industry at large.
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March 20, 2025
Dr. Jessica Gill, Bloomberg Distinguished Professor at the Johns Hopkins School of Nursing, discusses her groundbreaking research on traumatic brain injuries (TBIs). She explores the advances in technology revolutionizing TBI detection and treatment and the unique challenges of treating brain injuries in military personnel and communities.
March 20, 2025
Reimagining Pediatric Care with Imagine Pediatrics
For families of medically complex kids, the healthcare system often feels broken—long hospital stays, insurance battles for basic needs, and constant caregiving without real support. But what if there was a better way?
In this episode, I’m joined by Taylor Beery, co-founder of Imagine Pediatrics, Jody Copp, a full-time rare disease dad of two boys with Combined oxidative phosphorylation deficiency type 13 associated with a mutation in the PNPT1 gene and whose family has experienced firsthand the impact of their care model. Imagine Pediatrics is changing the game by providing 24/7, in-home, virtual-first medical care designed to keep kids safe at home—not in the hospital.
He also has a rad foundation that we will chat about in a future episode: Raising Wheels Foundation
If you are in Texas, Florida, and District of Columbia you have access to Imagine Pediatrics!
We discuss:

The problems with the current healthcare system for medically complex kids

Why "safe days at home" should be the goal of pediatric care

How Imagine Pediatrics partners with families rather than making them fight for care

The economic case for home-based care and why insurance should want this model

Walker’s legacy— how Taylor’s son inspired a movement to improve pediatric healthcare Kids Join the Fight

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March 20, 2025
Host: Christopher L. Camp, M.D.
Guest: Jason Ewoldt, M.S., RDN
There aren’t many words out there than can conjure up emotions, confusion, and frustration quite like the word we are discussing today, and that word is “calories.” However, a discussion on calories doesn’t have to be so complex and loaded with this unnecessary baggage. Today, we are going to bring clarity to the topic by focusing on what you really need to know from both a scientific and practical perspective. In addition to better understanding what they are, we will discuss ways to help you know what your body’s caloric needs are for losing weight or maintaining a healthy weight. Finally, we will discuss practical strategies that help you achieve your fitness and health goals.
The three big questions we will tackle in this episode are:1) What are calories, and why do they matter?
2) Why do people often misunderstand calories, and why is it so hard to get it right?
3) What can I do to figure out my caloric needs and actually stick to them?
To help us answer these questions, my guest today is Jason Ewoldt M.S., RDN, who is a registered and licensed dietician and certified sports specialist dietician at Mayo Clinic.
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March 20, 2025