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Are you curious about how the healthcare industry is changing?
Look no further than ChalkTalkJim, the podcast that brings together experts from across the healthcare system to discuss their business models and share insights on everything from payer models to life sciences, med-tech, and health IT.
With Chalk Talk Jim, you'll learn about product and service innovation in healthcare and discover how to innovate and thrive in this complex industry. Don't be intimidated anymore – tune in to Chalk Talk Jim today and join the conversation on the future of healthcare.
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Send us a text What happens when people simply cannot afford to use the insurance they technically have? Gary Johnson from Curae unpacks the quiet crisis of patient responsibility, rising deductibles, and expiring ACA subsidies. We explore how this crushes families, destabilizes hospital margins, and forces hard choices about who gets care and when, plus how better financial access models can change the trajectory. See More ChalkTalkJim Episodes
Send us a text Attorney and Phia Group CEO Adam Russo breaks down what it really takes for self-funded employers to “win” at healthcare. He explains how to use claims data as a strategic asset, design more innovative benefit plans, avoid stop-loss landmines, and turn employees into engaged healthcare consumers. Adam also shares practical incentive programs and direct primary care strategies that have delivered free healthcare and 97% retention in his own company. LinkedIn See M...
Send us a text Julio Martinez Clark breaks down how Bio Access helps founders protect their burn rate while getting to first in human data faster. He explains why time to site activation matters more than line item budgets, how to think about patient recruitment in emerging markets, and what inexperienced PhD and physician founders usually overlook when they try to manage overseas trials without an expert clinical operations partner. Podcast LinkedIN See More ChalkTalkJim Episodes
Send us a text Obesity contributes more than $2 trillion to U.S. healthcare costs, but solutions remain fragmented. In this episode, Elina Onitskansky explains how aligning affordability, evidence-based medicine, and precision care can unlock massive value. We dive into her personal story, the systemic coding failures, and the importance of adherence and support. This conversation shows why obesity care is both a moral imperative and a business opportunity. LinkedIn See More ChalkTalkJim Epi...
Send us a text Not all hospital tech is about medical records or patient charts. Allen Cooper takes us inside the world of environmental services, where clean rooms, infection control, and operational efficiency directly affect patient safety. Learn how his mobile platform equips frontline staff, streamlines facility management, and creates measurable quality gains while keeping costs in check. LinkedIN See More ChalkTalkJim Episodes
Send us a text Jolly Nanda, founder of Althea, shares how her personal journey through decades of misdiagnosis inspired a mission to address the issues in healthcare data. From Medicare billing codes to wearable tech, she makes the case for individual health data ownership. She explains how the Acuvia platform is revolutionizing chronic disease care and interoperability by aligning incentives, not just systems. LinkedIn Profile See More ChalkTalkJim Episodes
Send us a text Mark Lee Fox spent nearly two decades engineering NASA’s rocket boosters—now he’s building wellness devices that help the human body heal itself. In this episode, he introduces Pulsed Electromagnetic Field (PEMF) therapy, a cutting-edge technology that uses magnetic energy to stimulate cellular repair, reduce pain, and calm the nervous system. A lifelong skeptic, Mark only believed in it after the science convinced him, thousands of studies, clinical results, and personal brea...
Send us a text Re-Run: A Personal Reflection on Long-Term Care Recently, I lost my beloved Aunt Katie to dementia, following the earlier passing of her husband from Parkinson's disease. Their journey reminded me of the profound importance of quality long-term care and the blessing of having both loving family and the financial means to access it. Not every American family has these advantages. This deeply personal experience brings me back to an essential conversation I had with Samantha Rapu...
Send us a text Atrial fibrillation remains elusive and deadly—Mark Goddard discusses how InfoBionic’s AI-powered tools are closing that diagnostic gap. This episode explores predictive algorithms, smarter reporting for clinicians, and how data is finally working for patients and providers. See More ChalkTalkJim Episodes
Send us a text Physician burnout is rising—but so is a new kind of remedy. Dr. Ben Reinking talks about becoming a coach after nearly 20 years in academic medicine. We discuss identity, career transitions, legacy-building, and how the healthcare system can (and must) evolve to keep its best talent engaged and well. See More ChalkTalkJim Episodes
Send us a text Andy Dé, CMO of Lightbeam Health Solutions, unpacks the sweeping changes AI and analytics are bringing to healthcare. From personalized medicine to predictive population health, Andy draws on a global career across SAP, Tableau, and GE to offer a visionary yet pragmatic view of healthcare transformation. This conversation explores value-based care, automation, medical robotics, and why purpose and foresight matter more than ever in modern leadership. See More ChalkTalkJim Epis...
Send us a text Think you have health insurance? Think again. Frank Lobb, author of "The Big Lie in My Healthcare Bill," reveals how hidden contracts, provider agreements, and Medicare Advantage plans strip patients of real coverage. We discuss why insurance companies can deny payment at will, the dangers of provider agreements, and how to fight back against unfair medical bills. See More ChalkTalkJim Episodes
Send us a text The healthcare industry is drowning in billing errors, compliance challenges, and outdated technology. John Bright, a pioneer in AI-driven medical claims processing, explains how ambient AI, interoperability fixes, and real-time compliance checking can transform medical records. We discuss Medicare regulations, personal health records, and what’s next for healthcare innovation. See More ChalkTalkJim Episodes
Send us a text The role of pharmacies is changing, and Lindsay Dymowski is leading the way. As co-founder of Centennial Pharmacy Services, she’s rethinking how independent pharmacies support patient care, chronic disease management, and value-based healthcare. In this episode, we discuss medication adherence, Medicare changes, and why pharmacies should do more than just dispense pills—they should improve patient outcomes. See More ChalkTalkJim Episodes
Send us a text Healthcare technology is evolving, but data interoperability remains a major challenge. Trip Hofer, CEO of Redox, joins us to discuss how seamless data exchange is transforming population health, mental health services, and value-based care. We explore how AI, machine learning, and regulatory shifts are shaping the industry’s future—and what it takes to overcome healthcare’s biggest data hurdles. See More ChalkTalkJim Episodes
Send us a text Simon Omer, a healthcare technology leader with over 20 years of experience, joins us to discuss the transformation of healthcare through cloud computing, AI, and advanced diagnostics. Discover how Agfa HealthCare is tackling the challenges of legacy systems, driving automation, and integrating data to improve patient care. This episode is packed with insights on the future of healthcare informatics and precision medicine. See More ChalkTalkJim Episodes
Send us a text Join us as Marv Ryan, Chief Solutions Officer at Lilac Software, dives into the future of healthcare. With a career spanning government programs and health tech innovation, Mark reveals how AI, real-time data, and advanced analytics are transforming care management. Discover the secrets to closing care gaps, improving member engagement, and making healthcare truly value-based. See More ChalkTalkJim Episodes
Send us a text Join Kirk Huntsman as he unveils how Vivos Therapeutics is changing the game in sleep apnea treatment. From reshaping airways in children to eliminating the need for lifelong CPAP use in adults, Kirk shares how innovative oral appliances are tackling this billion-person health crisis. Discover how better sleep can improve health, relationships, and quality of life. See More ChalkTalkJim Episodes
Send us a text Vicky Demas, CEO of Identifeye HEALTH, joins us to share how her company is using AI and automation to revolutionize diagnostic imaging. Discover how identifeye HEALTH is tackling workflow inefficiencies, improving access to care, and enabling early detection of chronic diseases like diabetes and cardiovascular conditions. Tune in to explore the future of personalized medicine and patient-centered healthcare. See More ChalkTalkJim Episodes
Send us a text In this episode, Gerard Odafe discusses his journey from aerospace to healthcare, sharing how digital innovation transforms patient care and outcomes. From reengineering healthcare operations at Cleveland Clinic to driving digital strategy at Baxter, Gerard offers insights on value-based care, process improvement, and the future of digital health. Resources:Connect with and follow Gerard Odafe on LinkedIn.Follow Baxter on LinkedIn and visit their website! See More ChalkTalkJim ...
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