Sg2 Perspectives

In this episode of Sg2 Perspectives, host Trevor DaRin is joined by Sg2 Senior Principal Bill Woodson to explore the “tailwinds” shaping health care in 2026. From financial stability and operational discipline to bold transformation strategies, Bill shares reasons for measured optimism across the industry. The conversation covers workforce innovation, ambient scribing, artificial intelligence (AI) adoption and health system “systemness” in action. Tune in to hear how health care leaders are tackling cost pressures while investing in scalable, tech-enabled solutions.   Sg2 Perspectives Listener Feedback Survey: We would love to hear from you - Please click here   We are always excited to get ideas and feedback from our listeners. You can reach us at sg2perspectives@sg2.com, or visit the Sg2 company page on LinkedIn.

In this episode of Sg2 Perspectives, host Trevor DaRin is joined by Sg2 experts Tori Richie and Karyl Kopaskie, PhD, to unpack the 2026 Insurance Coverage Forecast and major shifts expected across Medicaid, the ACA exchanges, commercial coverage and Medicare Advantage. They also discuss how this data informs Sg2’s Impact of Change® forecast and supports scenario planning for demand and utilization. This conversation delivers timely insights for health system leaders preparing for shifting payer dynamics.   Sg2 Perspectives Listener Feedback Survey: We would love to hear from you - Please click here   We are always excited to get ideas and feedback from our listeners. You can reach us at sg2perspectives@sg2.com, or visit the Sg2 company page on LinkedIn.

This episode continues The Wider View, an Sg2 Perspectives podcast series focused on topics that are important to all types of organizations across health care. Host Jayme Zage, PhD, is joined by Vizient Spend Management leaders Brooke Beltran and Allen Passarello, as well as Sg2 Senior Director Anthony Guth, to explore the operational, financial and supply chain considerations that are essential for leaders in developing a successful and sustainable ASC strategy.   Sg2 Perspectives Listener Feedback Survey: We would love to hear from you - Please click here   We are always excited to get ideas and feedback from our listeners. You can reach us at sg2perspectives@sg2.com, or visit the Sg2 company page on LinkedIn.

As health systems step into 2026, many are reassessing priorities and building on the lessons learned in 2025. In this episode of Sg2 Perspectives, host Trevor DaRin is joined by Sg2 expert Rebecca Limestall to reflect on last year’s strategic surprises and preview what’s ahead. They discuss policy pressure points, shifting definitions of systemness, and the renewed focus on long-term financial and strategic resilience. Drawing on conversations with members and boards, they share insights to help guide health care leaders into the year ahead.   Sg2 Perspectives Listener Feedback Survey: We would love to hear from you - Please click here   We are always excited to get ideas and feedback from our listeners. You can reach us at sg2perspectives@sg2.com, or visit the Sg2 company page on LinkedIn.

In this episode of Sg2 Perspectives, host Trevor DaRin is joined by Sg2 experts Karyl Kopaskie, PhD, and Danni Park to unpack the art and science behind Sg2’s 10-year demand forecast, the Impact of Change®. They explore the expert-driven process, how the forecast has evolved over 25 years, and the “why” behind the numbers that help members make strategic decisions. Using real-world examples—from post-acute care to women’s health—they highlight how clinical insights, technology trends and policy signals shape Sg2’s trusted projections. Whether you're new to forecasting or a long-time user, this episode offers a behind-the-scenes look at what makes the forecast such a powerful strategic tool.   Sg2 Perspectives Listener Feedback Survey: We would love to hear from you - Please click here   We are always excited to get ideas and feedback from our listeners. You can reach us at sg2perspectives@sg2.com, or visit the Sg2 company page on LinkedIn.

In this episode of Sg2 Perspectives, guest host Kara Marlatt, PhD, joins host Jayme Zage, PhD, for a timely discussion on how demographic shifts, rising demand, and capacity constraints are reshaping clinical service lines. Sg2 experts Setu Shah, Chad Giese, Dionne Dela Cruz, and Rachael Zirkelbach also join the conversation to share how organizations are rethinking care delivery across cardiovascular, cancer, women’s health, and surgery. From lifespan-based segmentation to cross-specialty collaboration and strategic partnerships, this conversation highlights innovative strategies to meet demand and drive growth.   Sg2 Perspectives Listener Feedback Survey: We would love to hear from you - Please click here   We are always excited to get ideas and feedback from our listeners. You can reach us at sg2perspectives@sg2.com, or visit the Sg2 company page on LinkedIn.

In this episode of Sg2 Perspectives, host Jayme Zage, PhD is joined by Sg2 experts Emily Fitt and Rhae Ana Gamber to discuss evolving diabetes care trends through both clinical and strategic lens. They explore key differences in managing pediatric vs adult populations and type 1 vs type 2 diabetes, along with emerging innovations such as GLP-1 medications, continuous glucose monitors and automated insulin delivery systems. The conversation also highlights the importance of personalized care, social determinants of health, and systemwide planning to meet rising demand and improve outcomes.   Sg2 Perspectives Listener Feedback Survey: We would love to hear from you - Please click here   We are always excited to get ideas and feedback from our listeners. You can reach us at sg2perspectives@sg2.com, or visit the Sg2 company page on LinkedIn.

In this episode of Sg2 Perspectives, host Jayme Zage, PhD, is joined by Sg2 experts Jen Goff, Emily Fitt, Kara Marlatt, PhD, Donnelle Jageman and Kate Zentner to explore the most impactful clinical innovations reshaping care delivery and how health care organizations are adapting in real time. From GLP-1s and AI-driven behavioral health tools to site of care shifts and interdisciplinary care models, they discuss strategies to meet rising demand, scale innovation and safeguard margins across different service lines.   Sg2 Perspectives Listener Feedback Survey: We would love to hear from you - Please click here   We are always excited to get ideas and feedback from our listeners. You can reach us at sg2perspectives@sg2.com, or visit the Sg2 company page on LinkedIn.

In this episode of Sg2 Perspectives, host Trevor DaRin is joined by Sg2 expert Mahaya Walker to unpack surprising insights from a recent Strategy Exchange focused on the evolving role of strategy teams in physician alignment. They explore why strategy leaders are often underutilized in alignment efforts, how generational shifts are shaping physician employment models, and where gaps exist between short-term activities and long-term goals like Value-Based Care. Tune in for fresh perspectives on how academic medical centers and community hospitals are navigating this complex terrain.   Sg2 Perspectives Listener Feedback Survey: We would love to hear from you - Please click here   We are always excited to get ideas and feedback from our listeners. You can reach us at sg2perspectives@sg2.com, or visit the Sg2 company page on LinkedIn.

As workforce shortages persist, health systems must think beyond traditional staffing models. This week on Sg2 Perspectives, host Trevor DaRin and Sg2 expert Janelle Kwan discuss the Human + Workforce: an emerging model where people and technology collaborate to meet care demands more efficiently. They explore real-world applications in specialties like endocrinology and colorectal cancer, address equity and physician engagement, and outline what it takes to scale this model system-wide.   Sg2 Perspectives Listener Feedback Survey: We would love to hear from you - Please click here   We are always excited to get ideas and feedback from our listeners. You can reach us at sg2perspectives@sg2.com, or visit the Sg2 company page on LinkedIn.

In this Sg2 Perspectives episode, host Trevor DaRin is joined by Sg2 experts Sushma Narra and Ryota Terada to unpack the newly released Sg2 Economic Index 3.0. They explore what’s new in the latest version, how it enables more granular, forward-looking market analysis, and how health systems and industry partners are using it to guide strategic decisions. From market-specific insights to climate risk and competition, this tool helps leaders anticipate future challenges before they hit the balance sheet.   Sg2 Perspectives Listener Feedback Survey: We would love to hear from you - Please click here   We are always excited to get ideas and feedback from our listeners. You can reach us at sg2perspectives@sg2.com, or visit the Sg2 company page on LinkedIn.

Precision medicine is no longer a futuristic concept—it’s shaping care today. Sg2 experts Justin Cassidy, PhD, Kara Marlatt, PhD, and Andrew Rebhan join host Trevor DaRin to explore how data, artificial intelligence (AI) and genetics are transforming treatment from “one size fits all” to personalized care. They discuss where health systems are leading, where challenges remain and how organizations can strategically invest in this evolving landscape.   Sg2 Perspectives Listener Feedback Survey: We would love to hear from you - Please click here   We are always excited to get ideas and feedback from our listeners. You can reach us at sg2perspectives@sg2.com, or visit the Sg2 company page on LinkedIn.

Uncertainty is the new normal in health care, but strategic leaders don’t have to guess what’s ahead. In this episode, Sg2 experts Janelle Kwan and Anthony Guth join host Jayme Zage, PhD, to explore environmental scenario planning—a strategic approach that helps health systems proactively prepare for a range of external futures. They introduce the EDICT framework (External, Distinct, Impactful, Credible, Timely), which guides organizations in identifying which potential scenarios are most critical to address.   Sg2 Perspectives Listener Feedback Survey: We would love to hear from you - Please click here   We are always excited to get ideas and feedback from our listeners. You can reach us at sg2perspectives@sg2.com, or visit the Sg2 company page on LinkedIn.

Behavioral health patients continue to face long emergency department (ED) stays and access challenges—particularly those with government insurance. In this episode, Sg2 expert Jen Goff joins host Jayme Zage, PhD to explore how ED utilization trends are evolving and to highlight innovative crisis care models gaining traction across the country. From mobile response teams to empath units, learn how hospitals and community partners are collaborating to deliver more effective, efficient crisis services. Jen also shares practical guidance for organizations working to strengthen their behavioral health strategies.    Sg2 Perspectives Listener Feedback Survey: We would love to hear from you - Please click here   We are always excited to get ideas and feedback from our listeners. You can reach us at sg2perspectives@sg2.com, or visit the Sg2 company page on LinkedIn.

As health systems face increasing pressure to improve access and efficiency, orthopedic urgent care is an emerging focus area. In this Sg2 Perspectives episode, Sg2 experts Donnelle Jageman and Megan LaRose join host Tori Richie to explore how health systems are leveraging walk-in ortho clinics to reduce ED burden, drive downstream revenue, and capture new patients. They share real-world insights from Virtua Health’s successful Ortho Express model and discuss considerations like staffing, co-location, and billing. Tune in for actionable strategies to launch and scale orthopedic urgent care.    Sg2 Perspectives Listener Feedback Survey: We would love to hear from you - Please click here   We are always excited to get ideas and feedback from our listeners. You can reach us at sg2perspectives@sg2.com, or visit the Sg2 company page on LinkedIn.

Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is climbing the priority list for health systems, driven by rising prevalence, an aging population and new therapeutic innovations. In this episode, Sg2 expert Emily Fitt joins host Trevor DaRin to explore why COPD demands renewed focus, highlight successful care models—from academic medical centers to rural programs—and discuss the role of specialty pharmacy, telemedicine, and care redesign. Listeners will gain insight into how proactive strategies can improve outcomes, reduce hospitalizations and create real value for patients and providers alike.   Sg2 Perspectives Listener Feedback Survey: We would love to hear from you - Please click here   We are always excited to get ideas and feedback from our listeners. You can reach us at sg2perspectives@sg2.com, or visit the Sg2 company page on LinkedIn.  

In this episode of Sg2 Perspectives, host Trevor DaRin is joined by Sg2 Senior Director Andrew Rebhan to share insights from his ongoing Q&A blog series with digital health leaders across the US. Together, they explore how health systems are approaching disciplined innovation, aligning IT and operations, and weighing real opportunities against hype in the AI era. Andrew also highlights surprising bright spots in rural and Midwest markets, where leaders are advancing initiatives like virtual nursing, 3D imaging and holographic visits while finding creative ways to fund and scale digital transformation. For more insights, visit the Sg2 blog to read the full series.   Sg2 Perspectives Listener Feedback Survey: We would love to hear from you - Please click here   We are always excited to get ideas and feedback from our listeners. You can reach us at sg2perspectives@sg2.com, or visit the Sg2 company page on LinkedIn.  

In this episode of Sg2 Perspectives, host Tori Richie is joined by Sg2 experts Anthony Guth and Rachael Zirkelbach to explore the Sg2 System of CARE™, one of the impact factors of the 2025 Impact of Change® forecast. Together, they discuss how partnerships across the continuum—post-acute, home and ambulatory—enable smarter growth, throughput, and better care coordination.   Sg2 Perspectives Listener Feedback Survey: We would love to hear from you - Please click here   We are always excited to get ideas and feedback from our listeners. You can reach us at sg2perspectives@sg2.com, or visit the Sg2 company page on LinkedIn.

In this episode of Sg2 Perspectives, host Tori Richie is joined by Sg2 experts Setu Shah, Kara Marlatt, PhD and Gurmeet Bawa to explore the Innovation and Technology Impact Factor from the 2025 Impact of Change® forecast. The conversation spans transformative advancements in spine, cancer, and dementia care, including the role of AI, gene therapy, and mobile imaging in shifting care closer to home. The team also unpacks the real-world barriers to adoption, from imaging capacity to change management. Tune in for a multidimensional view of how innovation will reshape health care delivery across the System of CARE™.   Sg2 Perspectives Listener Feedback Survey: We would love to hear from you - Please click here   We are always excited to get ideas and feedback from our listeners. You can reach us at sg2perspectives@sg2.com, or visit the Sg2 company page on LinkedIn.  

In this episode of Sg2 Perspectives, host Tori Richie is joined by Sg2 experts Rhae Ana Gamber and Dionne Dela Cruz to explore key insights from the 2025 Impact of Change® forecast for pediatric care. They discuss the shift of pediatric volumes from community hospitals to children’s hospitals, the growing demand for behavioral health services, and capacity constraints driven by innovation and workforce challenges. Learn how emerging therapeutics, gene therapies and new care models are reshaping inpatient and outpatient pediatric strategies.   Sg2 Perspectives Listener Feedback Survey: We would love to hear from you - Please click here   We are always excited to get ideas and feedback from our listeners. You can reach us at sg2perspectives@sg2.com, or visit the Sg2 company page on LinkedIn.