Excellence In Healthcare Podcast
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Welcome to the "Excellence In Healthcare Podcast," your go-to resource for healthcare business executives who want to accomplish impactful results for the communities they serve. This podcast, hosted by Jarvis T. Gray, is intended to provide healthcare professionals with proven solutions for aligning people, processes, and priorities to generate business success.
Join Jarvis and industry experts as they discuss the current trends and best practices affecting the healthcare business. This podcast covers everything from launching and developing successful healthcare enterprises to establishing effective quality management processes.
Learn about creative techniques to navigate the intricacies of the healthcare sector, as well as how top healthcare professionals solve issues and capitalize on chances for development. Learn key ideas, real-world examples, and expert perspectives to help elevate your leadership and promote dramatic change in the healthcare business.
The "Excellence In Healthcare Podcast" provides actionable guidance and thought-provoking topics to help you achieve excellence, innovation, and revolutionary leadership in healthcare. Tune in to discover the secrets of success and propel your organization to new heights.
This show will provide answers to questions like:
1. How can healthcare business executives launch and/or build profitable companies in healthcare?
2. What are the most successful tactics used by healthcare executives to boost organizational performance and results?
3. How do successful healthcare business executives negotiate the complexity of a constantly evolving healthcare landscape?
4. What are the essential components of a successful quality management program, and how can they be customized to unique organizational requirements?
5. How can healthcare executives foster a healthy work environment while effectively leading their teams to improve performance and engagement?
6. Why is strategic planning so important in the healthcare industry, and what criteria should executives consider when creating plans?
7. How can healthcare professionals keep current on new trends, advocate for industry standards, and drive constructive change in healthcare?
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Send us a text Host: Jarvis T. Gray, The Quality Coaching Co. Guest: Chris Perry, Fractional CFO & Healthcare Financial Leader Ready to future-proof your healthcare organization? In this can’t-miss episode of Excellence in Healthcare, host Jarvis T. Gray sits down with seasoned CFO and entrepreneur Chris Perry for a powerhouse conversation tailor-made for healthcare leaders and executives. Get insider perspectives as Chris Perry shares his inspiring leadership philosophy, career-defining ...
Send us a text Host: Jarvis T. Gray, The Quality Coaching Co. Guest: Whitney Mbipeh, MHA, VP Operations, Thomas Jefferson University Hospitals Ready to future-proof your leadership in healthcare? In this episode of Excellence In Healthcare, host Jarvis T. Gray welcomes dynamic guest Whitney Mbipeh, Vice President of Operations at Thomas Jefferson University Hospitals, for an insightful deep dive into what it takes to excel as a healthcare leader today. From her inspiring journey—UNC grad to e...
Send us a text Host: Jarvis T. Gray, The Quality Coaching Co. Guest: Sharyn Combs CEO, The EchoSystem In this energizing episode, Jarvis T. Gray welcomes distinguished leadership coach and entrepreneur Sharyn Combs to the Excellence In Healthcare podcast. Together, they dissect key leadership trends, the power of coaching, strategies for thriving as a healthcare entrepreneur, and the importance of humility and resilience in leadership. Sharyn Combs brings insightful stories from her journey, ...
Send us a text Host: Jarvis T. Gray, The Quality Coaching Co. Guest: Justin Ayars, Founder & CEO, EqualityMD In this inspiring episode, Jarvis T. Gray sits down with healthcare entrepreneur and founder of EqualityMD, Justin Ayars (he/him). From Star Trek leadership wisdom to the realities of healthcare entrepreneurship, they discuss how diversity, data, and disruption are shaping the future of healthcare. Key Topics & Highlights 1. Leadership Wisdom and Mindset Justin shares his guidi...
Send us a text Host: Jarvis T. Gray, The Quality Coaching Co. Guest: Jessica Savage, Founder & CEO of Savvy Healthcare LLC In this insightful episode of Excellence In Healthcare, Jarvis T. Gray sits down with Jessica Savage, a healthcare industry leader and founder of Savvy Healthcare LLC. Jessica shares her journey from clinical operations in radiation oncology to overseeing value-based care initiatives across health systems, payers, and IPAs. The discussion dives into leadership mindset...
Send us a text Host: Jarvis T. Gray, The Quality Coaching Co. Guest: Dr. Tracey Schwartz, VP of Operations, Ascension Medical Group Texas How do you lead with empathy, navigate change, and unlock the full potential of your healthcare team? On this episode of Excellence in Healthcare, host Jarvis T. Gray sits down with Dr. Tracey Schwartz, Vice President of Operations for a major Central Texas health system, to explore the essential mindsets and strategies behind exceptional healthcare leaders...
Send us a text Guest: Pedro Sanchez de Lozada, Founder, Canid Host: Jarvis T. Gray, The Quality Coaching Co. In this inspiring episode, Jarvis sits down with Pedro Sanchez de Lozada, founder of Canid, a pediatric vaccine management platform. They dive into Pedro’s journey from building tech solutions for small businesses to solving critical problems in healthcare, focusing on pediatric vaccine management. The conversation explores leadership philosophies, startup challenges, navigating the co...
Send us a text Host: Jarvis T. Gray, The Quality Coaching Co. Guest: Maria Nikol, CEO, Revelar Analytics Episode Overview: In this episode, Jarvis T. Gray welcomes Maria Nikol, Founder of Revelar Analytics, to discuss the evolving landscape of price transparency in healthcare, value-based care, and the journey of healthcare entrepreneurship. Maria Nikol shares insights from her 15+ year career, spanning consulting, working with payers, health tech startups, and building a company dedicated to...
Send us a text Host: Jarvis T. Gray, The Quality Coaching Co. Guest: Scott Jacobson, Healthcare Strategist Professional Journey Scott candidly discusses his unconventional path into healthcare, initially deterred by chemistry but later driven by personal family experience (his father’s illness).Transitioned from a business background and restaurant management into nursing, then successfully bridged business and clinical roles throughout his career.Key Roles & Ventures Highlights include:I...
Send us a text Host: Jarvis T. Gray, The Quality Coaching Co. Guest: Paul Wilder, Executive Director at CommonWell Health Alliance In this insightful episode, Jarvis T. Gray sits down with Paul Wilder, an expert in health IT and interoperability, to dive deep into the challenges and opportunities facing healthcare leaders today. The conversation covers leadership philosophies, the evolution of patient data access, risk-taking in career decisions, and the crucial importance of data accuracy in...
Send us a text Guest: Jeffrey Simms, Associate Chair for Alumni and External Affairs & Assistant Professor, UNC Host: Jarvis T. Gray, The Quality Coaching Co. In this impactful conversation, Jarvis T. Gray sits down with Jeffrey Simms, a “rock star” in healthcare leadership and education, whose journey from North Carolina tobacco fields to academia is both inspiring and deeply insightful. Jeffrey Simms shares his guiding leadership mindset: always strive to leave every interaction better ...
Send us a text Guest: Dr. Jeff Doucette, SVP & Chief Nursing Officer at Press Ganey Welcome back to Excellence In Healthcare! In this inspiring episode, Jarvis sits down with Dr. Jeff Doucette for a deeply authentic conversation about leadership, resilience, and driving excellence in healthcare. Together, they dive into Dr. Doucette’s unique career journey, the critical importance of humility, and real-life stories of growth, challenge, and transformation in healthcare leadership. Key Top...
Send us a text Host: Jarvis T. Gray Guest: Ellen Smalley, Owner of Creekside Health Coaching Episode Summary: Jarvis T. Gray sits down with Ellen Smalley of Creekside Health Coaching to explore best practices for growing a mission-driven health coaching business. Ellen shares her journey from exercise physiology and cardiac rehab to becoming a national board certified health coach. The conversation covers the unique value of health coaching, actionable strategies for business growth, and Elle...
Send us a text In this inspiring episode, host Jarvis T. Gray sits down with Alyssia Crews, a healthcare executive with a rich background in healthcare operations and oncology leadership. Alyssia opens up about her personal journey into healthcare, lessons learned from mentors, overcoming adversity, and the role of emerging technologies like AI in modern leadership. Key Topics & Highlights Alyssia’s Leadership Philosophy: Alyssia shares her go-to Maya Angelou quote and how making others f...
Send us a text Host: Jarvis T. Gray Guest: Shlomit Liberty, Founder & Owner, Patient Path NYC Episode Summary In this engaging episode of the Excellence In Healthcare podcast, host Jarvis T. Gray spotlights small business innovation in healthcare by interviewing Shlomit Liberty, founder of Patient Path NYC—a unique independent patient advocacy service in New York City. Shlomit delves into her journey from clinical healthcare roles at leading hospitals to building her company focused on he...
Send us a text In this episode, host Jarvis T. Gray welcomes Dr. Daija Smith for a lively and insightful conversation about leadership, career growth, and the future of healthcare. Dr. Smith shares her unique journey—from an accidental start in healthcare to becoming the first doctor in her family—and discusses the leadership philosophies that guide her work and life. Together, they explore current trends like artificial intelligence, the importance of mentorship, maintaining boundaries, and ...
Send us a text Hosts: Jarvis T. Gray, The Quality Coaching Co. Guest: Soulara Sevier, Founder & CEO, Soul Reiki Health Beauty and Wellness Ready to elevate your approach to leadership and wellness in healthcare? In this inspiring episode of the Excellence in Healthcare podcast, hosts Jarvis T. Gray and Soulara spotlight the transformative journey of Soulara Severe—nurse-turned-entrepreneur and founder/CEO of Soul Reiki Health Beauty & Wellness. Soulara shares how her experiences with ...
Send us a text Host: Jarvis T. Gray, The Quality Coaching Co. Guest: Dr. Robert Pearl, Physician Leader, Author In this transformative episode of the Excellence in Healthcare podcast, host Jarvis T. Gray sits down with renowned physician leader and author Dr. Robert Pearl for a candid and inspiring conversation about leadership, innovation, and the future of healthcare. Dr. Pearl takes us on a journey through his storied career—from aspiring academic to his pivotal roles at Kaiser Permanente,...
Send us a text Host: Jarvis T. Gray, The Quality Coaching Co. Guest: Shayla Higginbotham, Founder & Managing Partner, System Partners Welcome back to the Excellence in Healthcare podcast! In this insightful episode, host Jarvis T. Gray sits down with Shayla Higginbotham—a dynamic healthcare leader, entrepreneur, and founder of System Partners—to unpack lessons in leadership, the evolving landscape of healthcare, and the power of strategic partnership. Key Topics & Takeaways: The Three...
Send us a text Guest: Dr. Maxwell Muehleip (Founder, Maximal Wellness Clinic) Host: Jarvis T. Gray, The Quality Coaching Co. Episode Overview: This inspiring Small Business Spotlight features Dr. Maxwell Muehleip, founder of Maximal Wellness Clinic in Tigard, Oregon. Dr. Max shares his journey from growing up with chiropractic care, to becoming a multifaceted practitioner with a focus on chiropractic, nutrition, and holistic wellness. Host Jarvis T. Gray and Dr. Max dive deep into healt...
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