This episode of The Vurge features Chuck Christian, VP of Technology and CTO at Franciscan Health, in conversation with Divurgent Principal Pete Wiley. The discussion centers on the rapid pace of technological change in healthcare, comparing it to other industries and exploring whether healthcare is keeping up or lagging behind. Chuck shares insights from his extensive career, highlighting the challenges of balancing innovation with patient safety and the need for cautious adoption of new tec...
This episode of the Vurge podcast features Nasim Eftekhari, Chief AI and Analytics Officer at City of Hope, discussing her journey from computer science into healthcare and her leadership in AI-driven innovation within oncology. Eftekhari shares how her team developed predictive models for clinical decision support, including sepsis prediction for bone marrow transplant patients and models for surgical complications and mortality, all fully integrated with their EHR. She details the evolution...
Join host Wendy Hoffman, President & COO at Divurgent, as she sits down with Colin Konschak, the company's Founder and CEO, to celebrate Divurgent's 18th anniversary. In this episode, they discuss Divurgent’s journey, the evolving challenges in healthcare IT, and how innovation and culture drive lasting impact. Discover how Divurgent supports clients through digital transformation, talent solutions, and managed services, all while staying true to their core values. Learn more ...
In this episode, we're joined by Rick Schooler, the CIO of Florida-based Lee Health. Rick shares his journey from aspiring college athlete to healthcare IT leader, highlighting his extensive career in the industry. He discusses the significant transformations in healthcare IT, emphasizing the importance of governance and executive sponsorship for successful IT projects. Rick also addresses leadership challenges, such as maintaining team culture amidst constant changes and the shift in perform...
We talk with Oliver Galicki of Memorial Hermann Health System, who transformed a football injury into a thriving career in healthcare IT. Listen as Oliver reveals how the leadership skills he developed on the field are now essential in guiding Memorial Hermann's Epic implementation. He shares the importance of teamwork, communication, and maintaining focus as Memorial Hermann approaches a critical Go Live milestone. Oliver shares the strategies that helped overcome resistance and manag...
Venture with us into the heart of Renown Health's IT transformation, where CIO Chuck Podesta's financial savvy led to slashing IT overhead while safeguarding jobs and boosting staff morale. Discover the ingenious strategies that not only reduced spending from 7% to a lean 4%, but also enhanced operational efficiency and fostered employee engagement. Chuck's commitment to maintaining a human-centric approach amid fiscal challenges is a roadmap for any leader looking to navigate the rough water...
On this episode of The Vurge, we welcome Debi Smith and Lily Farris to the show to unravel the tapestry of organizational change management (OCM). The duo tap into their rich experience in healthcare OCM to share how understanding the human side of transitions can lead to a successful transformation, especially when integrating intricate systems like Epic. Their stories reveal the delicate dance between developing strategic communication and nurturing leadership to guide teams through the ebb...
Imagine an environment where technology whispers timely advice, enabling care that’s as unique as our own fingerprints. On this episode of The Vurge, Rebecca sits down with Claus Torp Jensen. Claus is a passionate c-suite leader with two decades of transformation and technology experience. He is dedicated to building, leading, and inspiring diverse teams that propel both patient care and team spirit forward. Tune in for an episode that sketches a future where healthcare transcends traditional...
Embarking on a career pivot can feel like a leap into the unknown, but for Marissa , it was a leap that led to the birth of Proda Technology. The co-founder and CEO of Proda Technology joins us to recount the serendipitous moment she traded her legal aspirations for the tech world. Join us as we celebrate the brilliance, resilience, and leadership of women in technology for an episode about building lives that we can look back on with no regrets. Follow us on LinkedIn, Twitter, Instagr...
On this episode of The Vurge, Rebecca welcomes Alvin Haygan, Jr. to continue the conversation on organizational change management. Together they peel back the layers of fear and resistance that often shroud transitions in healthcare IT, revealing the human heart of innovation. Discover how Alvin navigates these delicate shifts, turning apprehension into active participation and skepticism into collaboration. Small victories and personal acknowledgments—whether a handwritten note or a shared c...
On this episode of The Vurge, Rebecca welcomes Maggie Rigaux, Chief Growth Officer at Credivera. Her story is a testament to adaptability and foresight, from crunching numbers to shaping the future of credential verification. Maggie isn't just about tech; she's a beacon for harnessing its power to put us in the driver's seat of our personal data. Her passion for breaking barriers extends beyond the digital realm. An advocate for female empowerment and the necessity of women lifting eac...
On this episode of The Vurge, Rebecca sits down with Melissa Giampietri, Consulting for Human Services, to talk mental health. Together, they dig into the nuanced distinctions that set behavioral health apart from physical healthcare systems – from the complex web of regulatory and billing challenges to the intricacies of crafting effective treatment plans. Follow us on LinkedIn, Twitter, Instagram, Facebook and be sure to subscribe to The Vurge for the latest episodes and more. ...
On this episode of The Vurge, Rebecca connects with Joel Benware, an innovative healthcare technology leader and mentor. Tune in as they dig into the importance of education and life-long learning, remote culture, and Joel's journey from CIO to President of Acmeware. Follow us on LinkedIn, Twitter, Instagram, Facebook and be sure to subscribe to The Vurge for the latest episodes and more. Interested in being a guest on the show? Click here to learn more.
Welcome to the first episode of 2024! Join Rebecca as she welcomes Amy Horner, CPA, MBA, founder of True Nine. Horner is a change enthusiast, keynote speaker and strategy consultant with a personal goal to complete 50 races in 50 states before her 50th birthday. Tune in for an invigorating conversation that intertwines motivation, embracing change, and the transformative impact of technology within healthcare and beyond. Follow us on LinkedIn, Twitter, Instagram, Facebook and be sure to subsc...
Imagine being at the helm of a massive project, managing hundreds of people, and dealing with high-stress situations - all while keeping a composed poker face. On this episode of The Vurge, Rebecca is joined by two of the best Divurgent road warriors, Nicole Boose and Nikita Brown to discuss the significance of thorough pre-planning, robust documentation, and the use of communication tools to help keep teams on track. But it's not all serious work - we also share our experiences of the...
On this episode of The Vurge, Rebecca Woods is joined by Robyn Ewers, President of WiCys Healthcare. A partnership & alliances expert, Robyn talks about creating partnerships that deliver mutually beneficial outcomes. Passionate about the impact consistent and intrinsic cultures of communication can have across the organization, she shares her thoughts on servant leadership, partnership principals, and so much more! Highlights include: Handshakes instead of rollupsCollaboration inst...
On this episode of The Vurge, Rebecca is joined by Rachini Moosavi, Chief Analytics Officer at UNC Health. Together they dig into all things data & analytics, unraveling the magic of data and its transformative impact on the healthcare industry. Join Rachini as she elaborates on the community analytics model adopted by UNC Health, an innovative approach that arms clinicians and practitioners with data insights to enhance their efficiency, thus revolutionizing patient care. Additionally, s...
On this episode of The Vurge, Rebecca sits down with Gretchen Britt, Vice President, Information Technology at Liberty Health. She talks about her journey from the NICU to HIT leadership, her fervor for giving back to the community by volunteering for the hospital foundation and her initiatives in empowering women in healthcare, using her superpower of empathy in fostering connections. Follow us on LinkedIn, Twitter, Instagram, Facebook and be sure to subscribe to The Vurge...
On this episode of The Vurge, get to know Divurgent's EVP of Delivery, Joe Grinstead. Joe's vast experience and expertise bring insight to the interplay between the business side of healthcare and the IT industry. He shares his career journey, spotlighting the evolution of the CIO role and the impact of technology in bridging the gaps between infrastructure and end-users. Joe also unpacks the value of managed services offerings, elucidating the strategic benefits of vendor partnerships in han...
On this episode of The Vurge, Rebecca sits down with Zahid Ali, the Chief Digital and Information Officer & Founder of TECHMEDO. Offering a unique perspective on leveraging technology to make healthcare more accessible, Zahid shares his vision of cultivating a culture of innovation and the transformative potential of AI and robotic process automation. Join us to discover the evolving landscape of healthcare and the pivotal role innovation will play in its future. As a leading Healthcare ...