On this episode Fred goes solo to discuss Parkinson's Disease, the Michael J Fox Foundation, his father's story of living with Lewy Body dementia. his participation in the MJFF ground breaking Parkinson's Progression Markers initiative, their discovery of a biomarker and how you can help. *On this episode Fred used the term Lewy Body Dementia, this term describes both Dementia with Lewy Bodies and Parkinson's Disease with Dementia. He used this term incorrectly in stating that in Lewy Body Dementia cognitive decline begins within one year of diagnosis. It is Dementia with Lewy Bodies in which the cognitive decline begins within one year of diagnosis and Parkinson's Disease Dementia in which the cognitive decline appears later. To stream our Station live 24/7 visit www.HealthcareNOWRadio.com or ask your Smart Device to “….Play Healthcare NOW Radio”. Find all of our network podcasts on your favorite podcast platforms and be sure to subscribe and like us. Learn more at www.healthcarenowradio.com/listen

On this episode Justin records live at GAHIMSS in Atlanta. Stay tuned for the next few weeks to hear all his guests. This week Justin talks to Ovie Mughelli, Founder and CEO of The Ovie Mughelli Foundation and Jeff Buda, VP Operations & CIO for Atrium Health Floyd. To stream our Station live 24/7 visit www.HealthcareNOWRadio.com or ask your Smart Device to “….Play Healthcare NOW Radio”. Find all of our network podcasts on your favorite podcast platforms and be sure to subscribe and like us. Learn more at www.healthcarenowradio.com/listen

Hosts Colin Hung and John Lynn discuss Contradictions in Healthcare. To stream our Station live 24/7 visit www.HealthcareNOWRadio.com or ask your Smart Device to “….Play Healthcare NOW Radio”. Find all of our network podcasts on your favorite podcast platforms and be sure to subscribe and like us. Learn more at www.healthcarenowradio.com/listen

On this episode host Tom Testa invites Lesley Berkeyheiser a Senior Director of Accreditation Strategy and Development at DirectTrust to discuss cyber resilience in healthcare during Cybersecurity Awareness Month. Lesley shares insights on trust and cybersecurity along with valuable resources for health systems to use in their cyber strategies. To stream our Station live 24/7 visit www.HealthcareNOWRadio.com or ask your Smart Device to “….Play Healthcare NOW Radio”. Find all of our network podcasts on your favorite podcast platforms and be sure to subscribe and like us. Learn more at www.healthcarenowradio.com/listen

From Biomedical to Bedside: How Academic Health Systems Are Leading the AI Revolution in Patient Care Join us for an in-depth conversation with Dr. Ryan Sadeghian, System CMIO at University of Toledo Health, as he shares his unique journey from healthcare consultant to practicing pediatrician to AI implementation leader. In this episode, we explore how academic health systems are uniquely positioned to drive healthcare AI innovation, balancing the dual mission of education and patient care while building practical AI solutions that solve real workflow challenges. Dr. Sadeghian discusses his organization's approach to developing internal AI capabilities, managing vendor relationships, and creating sustainable change management strategies that ensure successful AI adoption across clinical and administrative teams. Find all of our network podcasts on your favorite podcast platforms and be sure to subscribe and like us. Learn more at www.healthcarenowradio.com/listen/

On this episode, host Adam Russo welcomes Gene Rodgers, COO for 90 Degree Benefits, a company that is humanizing healthcare by providing plans that increase savings without sacrificing high-quality care. Gene shares insights on how members become consumers of healthcare by providing tools and information to make informed decisions about their care. To stream our Station live 24/7 visit www.HealthcareNOWRadio.com or ask your Smart Device to “….Play Healthcare NOW Radio”. Find all of our network podcasts on your favorite podcast platforms and be sure to subscribe and like us. Learn more at www.healthcarenowradio.com/listen

Reverification season creates a tsunami of eligibility checks and payor changes. In this live demo, we showed how automation in EVB reduces bottlenecks, cuts denials, and supports staff during the busiest time of year. Find all of our network podcasts on your favorite podcast platforms and be sure to subscribe and like us. Learn more at www.healthcarenowradio.com/listen/

Episode 139 - Evolving Anesthesia Care Models: Leveraging CRNAs for Sustainable Coverage Across the U.S., hospitals and surgical centers are facing a growing provider shortage—particularly among anesthesiologists. At the same time, demand for surgical and procedural services continues to rise, especially in ambulatory surgery centers (ASCs). This imbalance has forced many healthcare organizations to rethink their anesthesia coverage models. On this episode Dan sits down with Dr. Thomas Pallaria, Assistant Professor and Director of the Nurse Anesthesiology Program at Rutgers School of Nursing, to discuss the evolving role of Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetists (CRNAs). Together, they explore the growing reliance on CRNAs to meet demand, the benefits and challenges of integrating them into care models, and the implications for hospitals, anesthesiologists, and patient outcomes. To stream our Station live 24/7 visit www.HealthcareNOWRadio.com or ask your Smart Device to “….Play Healthcare NOW Radio”. Find all of our network podcasts on your favorite podcast platforms and be sure to subscribe and like us. Learn more at www.healthcarenowradio.com/listen

On this episode Gil Bashe and Gregg Masters sit with Joseph Dustin, founder and principal of Dauntless E-Clinical Strategies and former Medidata executive. Dustin recounts his two-decade journey transforming clinical trials—from the dawn of electronic data capture to the age of AI-driven design—and reflects on lessons learned from the late Medidata co-founder Glenn de Vries. They explore how empathy, creativity, and human connection drive innovation in clinical research—especially as artificial intelligence reshapes trial design, digital biomarkers, and decentralized models. Dustin argues that technology succeeds only when it amplifies human insight rather than replaces it. Recorded ahead of the CNS Summit 2025, the conversation highlights community, mentorship, and the “game-on” mindset that propels the next generation of biotech and mid-market innovators. To stream our Station live 24/7 visit www.HealthcareNOWRadio.com or ask your Smart Device to “….Play Healthcare NOW Radio”. Find all of our network podcasts on your favorite podcast platforms and be sure to subscribe and like us. Learn more at www.healthcarenowradio.com/listen

On this episode Justin records live at GAHIMSS in Atlanta. Stay tuned for the next few weeks to hear all his guests. This week Justin talks to Mike Mosquito, global thought leader and business influencer, and Matt Ethington, Co-Founder & CEO of ChronicCareIQ. To stream our Station live 24/7 visit www.HealthcareNOWRadio.com or ask your Smart Device to “….Play Healthcare NOW Radio”. Find all of our network podcasts on your favorite podcast platforms and be sure to subscribe and like us. Learn more at www.healthcarenowradio.com/listen

Beyond the Hype: How Ambient AI is Transforming Clinical Care with Dr. Tom Kelly of Heidi Health Join Megan Antonelli and Dr. Tom Kelly, co-founder of Heidi Health, as he brings a unique perspective to healthcare AI. He's a vascular surgery trainee turned founder who experienced firsthand the crushing administrative burden that keeps clinicians from truly connecting with their patients. With Heidi Health now serving over 500,000 clinicians and processing more than 2 million patient visits per week, Tom shares the fascinating journey from frustrated doctor to AI innovator. We dive deep into the reality versus the hype of ambient AI adoption, why clinician-first design trumps seamless integration, and the critical difference between tools that doctors tolerate and tools they actually love. From the nuances of personalization at the sentence level to envisioning an AI care partner that handles follow-ups and coordinates care, this conversation reveals what it truly takes to build healthcare technology that makes medicine more human—not less. Find all of our network podcasts on your favorite podcast platforms and be sure to subscribe and like us. Learn more at www.healthcarenowradio.com/listen/

Host Matt Fisher talks to Angela Adams, CEO, Inflo Health, about background on scope of missed follow ups and procedural issues why; development of technology to support follow up process and engage all interested parties; effective means to drive deployment and adoption; understanding interconnected layers of issues within healthcare. To stream our Station live 24/7 visit www.HealthcareNOWRadio.com or ask your Smart Device to “….Play Healthcare NOW Radio”. Find all of our network podcasts on your favorite podcast platforms and be sure to subscribe and like us. Learn more at www.healthcarenowradio.com/listen

S1E3: The AI Trust Paradox: Enabling Innovation Without Exposing Patients Hosts Tamer Baker and Steven Hajny dive into the critical intersection of AI, healthcare, and security. From battling prompt injection attacks to fostering trust between clinical and security teams, learn how informed governance and advanced architecture build a safer future for AI in healthcare. And a nod to October and Cybersecurity Awareness Month. Key Takeaways: 1. Visibility is Crucial for AI Security 2. Balance Technology with Culture 3. Inline Security is the Gold Standard To stream our Station live 24/7 visit www.HealthcareNOWRadio.com or ask your Smart Device to “….Play Healthcare NOW Radio”. Find all of our network podcasts on your favorite podcast platforms and be sure to subscribe and like us. Learn more at www.healthcarenowradio.com/listen

On this episode of Voices of Self-Funding, host Ramesh Kumar welcomes Arun Santhebennur, Co-founder and CEO of Voicegain, to explore how voice AI is reshaping healthcare operations for TPAs, payers, and health plans. They tackle the tough truth that 95% of AI pilots fail, unpacking why — from hype and skill gaps to the “build vs. buy” dilemma and change management challenges. More importantly, they share where AI is already succeeding: automating claims status calls, streamlining utilization management, and making complex health plan information accessible to members. Listeners will hear a roadmap for launching successful AI pilots — starting with proven use cases, aligning incentives, and using AI to augment (not replace) people. It’s a forward-looking conversation on turning AI from a risky experiment into a real value driver. This episode was sponsored by WLT Software. For more information, visit HCAA.org. Find all of our network podcasts on your favorite podcast platforms and be sure to subscribe and like us. Learn more at www.healthcarenowradio.com/listen/

Smart PT Reverification Lessons From Mary Free Bed On this episode, hear from Mary Free Bed’s Daniel Heemstra on overcoming PT reverification challenges, supported by intelligent automation and Epic integration that simplify the process and reduce the burden on staff. Find all of our network podcasts on your favorite podcast platforms and be sure to subscribe and like us. Learn more at www.healthcarenowradio.com/listen/

S3E12: What's Trending NOW is "how healthcare organizations are evolving their data security strategies in the age of AI without compromising innovation. On this episode Shahid is joined by Dr. Mark Boxer, Board Chair for P-n-T Data Corp., a company that delivers secure, scalable, and intelligent data sharing solutions that help healthcare organizations solve today’s most complex information challenges. Mark shares insights on the logistical innovation of “data in motion” vs. “data at rest,” enabling secure, real-time AI processing without long-term storage. Also best practices for vendor trust frameworks, including transparency, real-time risk scoring, and alignment with zero-retention strategies. To stream our Station live 24/7 visit www.HealthcareNOWRadio.com or ask your Smart Device to “….Play Healthcare NOW Radio”. Find all of our network podcasts on your favorite podcast platforms and be sure to subscribe and like us. Learn more at www.healthcarenowradio.com/listen

On this episode Justin records live at GAHIMSS in Atlanta. Stay tuned for the next few weeks to hear all his guests. This week Justin Barnes talks to Chris Paravate, CIO, Northeast Georgia Health System and Geoffrey Brown, CIO of Piedmont Healthcare (Retired). To stream our Station live 24/7 visit www.HealthcareNOWRadio.com or ask your Smart Device to “….Play Healthcare NOW Radio”. Find all of our network podcasts on your favorite podcast platforms and be sure to subscribe and like us. Learn more at www.healthcarenowradio.com/listen

Meet Chris Caramanico the CEO of Elligint Health, a company formed by the merger of Health EC and Virtual Health. Host Fred Goldstein discusses with Chris bringing together VirtualHealth’s award-winning medical management platform, HELIOS®, with HealthEC’s industry-leading population health analytics, Elligint Health delivers precision-driven, integrated solutions that simplify complexity, enable actionable interventions, and empower healthcare organizations to thrive in value-based care models. Chris provides insights on the rapidly changing data needs and system requirements for regional payers and ACOs to gain insights into the care they are providing and how best to imrpove quality while controlling costs as the US healthcare system moves to Value Based Care. To stream our Station live 24/7 visit www.HealthcareNOWRadio.com or ask your Smart Device to “….Play Healthcare NOW Radio”. Find all of our network podcasts on your favorite podcast platforms and be sure to subscribe and like us. Learn more at www.healthcarenowradio.com/listen

CIO Report: Clinical Data Migration Challenges and Best Practice Advice On this episode, host Beth Friedman sits down with Darin Ryder, Senior Vice President at e4health and former IT executive at UF Health, Brookmeade Healthcare, and several national consulting firms. Recorded live at the Georgia HIMSS Annual Conference, their conversation centers on a recent CIO survey and roundtable led by e4health. They discuss beyond the buzzwords, tackling the realities of clinical data migrations during EHR implementations and IT consolidations. Ryder shares insights on what’s changed in migration strategies, how to preserve clinical data integrity long-term, and why ignoring legacy systems is a CIO’s ticking time bomb. If you’re navigating EHR transitions, consolidations, or the never-ending headache of legacy data, this episode offers practical takeaways to keep your systems, and your sanity intact. Find all of our network podcasts on your favorite podcast platforms and be sure to subscribe and like us. Learn more at www.healthcarenowradio.com/listen/

Hosts Colin Hung and John Lynn discuss Healthcare Startups and Founders. To stream our Station live 24/7 visit www.HealthcareNOWRadio.com or ask your Smart Device to “….Play Healthcare NOW Radio”. Find all of our network podcasts on your favorite podcast platforms and be sure to subscribe and like us. Learn more at www.healthcarenowradio.com/listen