Digital Health Talks - Changemakers Focused on Fixing Healthcare

As Delaware implements the nation's first insurance mandate for early allergen introduction on January 1st, 2026, Meenal Lele, Founder & CEO of Lil Mixins and author of The Baby and the Biome, shares her journey from food allergy parent to medical entrepreneur. With multiple patents, published clinical studies, and an engineering background, Meenal built Hanimune Therapeutics to address a crisis affecting 33 million Americans. She discusses the clinical evidence behind early allergen introduction, navigating insurance coverage, and why state-level policy changes matter for reducing childhood allergies while saving healthcare systems millions. Discover how maternal insight combined with scientific rigor is transforming prevention.<...

Join us as Dr. Andrew M. Davis and Amy Wainwright from University of Chicago Medicine reveals how AI-powered analysis of 37,000+ patients exposed a crisis hiding in plain sight: nearly 30% of hypertensive patients have dangerously uncontrolled blood pressure despite regular primary care visits.

Using cloud-based machine learning across 112 providers, Dr. Davis's team identified critical gaps traditional metrics miss—underutilized medications, missed referrals, and troubling disparities in care. More importantly, they developed interventions that work.

Discover how to leverage advanced analytics for measurable ROI, implement real-time clinical intelligence at scale, and empower providers with data-driven feedback that re...

Join us as we explore a critical question: What if the solution to America's number one killer isn't in the pharmacy, but in the kitchen? Today's guest is Dr. Elizabeth Klodas, a Mayo Clinic and Johns Hopkins-trained cardiologist who founded Step One Foods after realizing that doctors, including herself, weren't addressing the most powerful intervention for heart disease diet.

Elizabeth Klodas, MD, Founder & Chief Medical Officer, Step One Foods

Megan Antonelli, Chief Executive Officer, HealthIMPACT Live

Join us as we meet Margo Jordan, founder and CEO of Enrichly, who's flipping the script on childhood mental health. Instead of treating symptoms, she's building self-esteem from the inside out—reaching over 200,000 students through a gamified platform that kids actually want to use. From brick-and-mortar learning centers to a digital therapeutic that's now partnering with major health systems, Margo shares why self-esteem is the missing piece in mental health care, how she's hiding vegetables in the candy, and what it takes to bridge the pediatric behavioral health gap when 70% of US counties don't have a single child therapist. Th...

Joining us is Kristen Miller, Co-Director of MedStar Health's Center for Diagnostic Systems Safety and Scientific Director of their National Center for Human Factors in Healthcare. As healthcare organizations invest billions in AI technologies, Kristen's research reveals that human factors engineering - the science of how humans interact with complex systems - determines whether AI becomes a safety enhancer or safety hazard, whether patients embrace or resist these tools, and whether healthcare teams achieve promised efficiencies or face new workflow disruptions.

Kristen Miller, Scientific Director, MedStar Health National Center for Human Factors in Healthcare

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Join us for Five Good Things with Janae Sharp and Megan Antonelli: A rapid-fire segment highlighting positive developments in digital health. Janae and Megan share insights on recent innovations, successful implementations, and emerging trends that are driving progress in healthcare technology.

Janae Sharp, Founder & CEO, The Sharp Index

Megan Antonelli, Founder & CEO, HealthIMPACT Live

Join us for a critical discussion on healthcare's most pressing cybersecurity challenge with Nikki Bennett, Healthcare Advisory Identity Strategist at SailPoint. Drawing from five years of frontline IAM experience at ECU Health, Nikki reveals how to transform identity vulnerabilities into strategic advantages, tackling everything from non-human identities and AI agents to cloud migration strategies. She shares breakthrough announcements from SailPoint's Navigate event and delivers actionable insights on why intelligent identity frameworks are becoming the cornerstone of healthcare's cybersecurity future.

Nicki Bennett, Advisory Strategist, Healthcare, SailPoint

Megan Antonelli, Chief Executive Officer, HealthIMPACT Live

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.<...

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...

Join Megan Antonelli as she speaks with Jenice Larmond, RN, BSN, MBA, Clinical Innovation & Excellence Officer at Neteera, about how radar-based ambient monitoring is rewiring clinical culture toward prevention. Discover how FDA-cleared contactless technology continuously monitors heart rate, respiration, and occupancy & motion insights through clothing and bedding—detecting subtle changes before they become crises. Learn why health systems report dramatic reductions in alert fatigue, increased early interventions, and prevention-focused care delivery. If you're building RPM, post-acute care, or aging-in-place programs centered on early detection, this conversation reveals the cultural shift happening now.

Jenice Larmond, Clinical Innovation & Excellence Of...

Join us for a conversation with Dr. Ashley Beecy, Chief AI Officer at Sutter Health, as she shares their journey from targeted AI pilots to enterprise-wide transformation across one of California's largest integrated health systems. We'll explore Sutter's innovative diabetic retinopathy screening program, where AI-enabled cameras deployed across 28 primary care sites detect sight-threatening conditions in under a minute, and their strategic partnership with Aidoc as the premier West Coast hub for clinical AI innovation. Dr. Beecy brings unique insights from her journey as a cardiologist and former AI leader at NewYork-Presbyterian. 

Join us for an insightful conversation about the intersection of technology and healthcare with Pallavi Ranade from Intermountain Health and Janae Sharp. In this episode, we explore how healthcare organizations can effectively measure return on investment while keeping patient-centered outcomes at the forefront. From the hidden costs of technology implementation to the promise of AI and genomics, our guests share practical wisdom on navigating innovation challenges, allocating resources strategically, and ensuring that technological advances truly benefit both patients and clinicians. Whether you're a healthcare leader weighing your next tech investment or simply curious about the future of healthcare delivery...

Healthcare cybersecurity stands at an inflection point. Traditional compliance frameworks are proving inadequate in the face of sophisticated threats targeting patient data, clinical operations, and connected medical devices. Robert Eikel, CISO at P-n-T Data Corp., brings unique expertise from government service, financial services, and pediatric healthcare to discuss how leading organizations are evolving beyond checklist security. We'll explore the new frontlines of healthcare cyber defense—identity, integrity, and interoperability—while examining how emerging technologies like AI and quantum computing are reshaping the threat landscape.

Join Dr. Christine Gall from Colette Health as she explores how virtual care platforms are transforming acute care delivery in hospitals and health systems. Starting with virtual observation as the entry point for falls prevention and patient safety, Dr. Gall will discuss how Colette Health's comprehensive virtual care solution expands into virtual nursing for admissions, discharges, transfers, and clinical support. Discover how hospitals are leveraging virtual care technology to enhance patient safety, optimize nursing workflows, and address staffing challenges while maintaining high-quality care standards in acute care environments.
 

Christine Gall, DrPH, MS, BSN, Chief Nursing Officer, C...

Join Megan Antonelli as she interviews Deb Muro, Chief Information Officer at El Camino Health, Silicon Valley's first Magnet-designated hospital system. With over 25 years combining nursing expertise and healthcare technology leadership, Deb has transformed patient experiences through strategic AI implementations, virtual nursing initiatives, and innovative workforce solutions. From reducing nurse turnover to implementing predictive analytics that prevent adverse patient outcomes, discover how this pioneering CIO is leveraging cutting-edge technology to address healthcare's most pressing challenges. Learn about El Camino's journey from reactive to predictive care, their approach to AI-powered clinical decision support, and how they're redefining the future of...

Join Megan Antonelli and Steffany Whiting from iMethods as we explore what's driving real healthcare transformation beyond buzzwords. In this Digital Health Talks episode, we dive into healthcare transformation from pilots to system-wide impact. You'll hear insights on technology investments delivering results and how cybersecurity reshapes transformation timelines.

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Join us for this episode of Digital Health Talks' "Five Good Things" where hosts Megan Antonelli and Janae Sharp discuss Samsung's acquisition of Xealth, Hartford Healthcare's first-in-US airport telehealth kiosk at Bradley International, and Rock Health's report showing $6.4 billion in healthcare investments with 62% going to AI startups. They also highlight nursing innovation awards, recognize Microsoft's Chief Nursing Officer Kathy McGrath, and announce their partnership with Emerge Americas for a major healthcare trade show in Miami, showcasing the continued momentum in digital health innovation and consumer-focused healthcare solutions.

Janae Sharp, Founder & CEO, The Sharp Index

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Welcome to today's episode where we have the distinct privilege of speaking with Lisa Suennen, Managing Partner of American Heart Association Ventures, who was just featured in Forbes 50 Over 50 and we couldn't be more thrilled to congratulate her on this well-deserved recognition! This honor celebrates Lisa's extraordinary impact as a true powerhouse in healthcare innovation and venture capital. With over 35 years of experience at the intersection of healthcare, technology, and investment, Lisa brings an unparalleled perspective on how we can transform healthcare delivery and outcomes. At American Heart Association Ventures, she leads a multi-fund platform that's investing in the...

In this HealthImpact Live Podcast episode, Michael Rogozinski, healthcare leader and executive at Vital.io, joins Janae Sharp for a timely conversation about transforming patient experience in real-time. They’ll discuss how Vital’s platform leverages live EHR data and healthcare AI to guide millions of patients through hospital, emergency, and urgent care visits—simplifying complex medical interactions and making care more transparent.

Join us for an empowering conversation with Rachel Weissberg, a trailblazing woman in healthcare IT who has shattered glass ceilings while driving double-digit growth for Fortune 1000 companies. As Head of Healthcare Provider Strategy at Neteera and influential leader at HIMSS and CHIME, Rachel shares her journey from psychology graduate to C-suite advisor, revealing how women can leverage their unique strengths to build authentic partnerships in a male-dominated industry. Discover her Southern California approach to relationship building, why she champions partnerships over traditional selling, and practical strategies for women advancing in healthcare IT leadership. This episode offers invaluable insights for...

Join host Megan Antonelli as she sits down with Melissa Medina, Co-Founder & CEO of eMerge Americas, to discuss the landmark partnership that's reshaping healthcare innovation. From transforming Miami into a global tech hub to launching the most dynamic health platform in the Americas, Melissa shares insights on cross-sector collaboration, venture capital trends, and why Florida is becoming the epicenter for breakthrough healthcare solutions. Discover how eMerge HEALTH 2026 will unite payers, providers, policymakers, and innovators to drive real-world impact across AI, precision health, and health equity initiatives.

Melissa Medina, Co-Founder and CEO, eMerge Americas
Megan Antonelli, Founder...

Join us for this episode of Digital Health Talks' "Five Good Things" where hosts Megan Antonelli and Janae Sharp discuss Samsung's acquisition of Xealth, Hartford Healthcare's first-in-US airport telehealth kiosk at Bradley International, and Rock Health's report showing $6.4 billion in healthcare investments with 62% going to AI startups. They also highlight nursing innovation awards, recognize Microsoft's Chief Nursing Officer Kathy McGrath, and announce their partnership with Emerge Americas for a major healthcare trade show in Miami, showcasing the continued momentum in digital health innovation and consumer-focused healthcare solutions.

Janae Sharp, Founder & CEO, The Sharp Index

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Join Dr. Deepti Pandita, VP of Clinical Informatics and CMIO at UCI Health, as she reveals how academic medical centers can successfully deploy AI-driven solutions while addressing digital disparities. Dr. Pandita will share tactical insights from implementing ambient documentation, streamlined patient messaging, and administrative workflow automation at Orange County's only safety net academic medical center. Learn how her evidence-based approach to digital health equity has reduced hospital stays, improved operational efficiency, and influenced national policy through her co-authored American College of Physicians position paper on AI in healthcare.

Dr. Deepti Pandita, VP of Clinical Informatics and CMIO...

As healthcare technology leaders navigate an increasingly crowded digital landscape, the temptation to leverage influencer marketing for B2B reach is growing. However, healthcare's unique regulatory environment and trust requirements demand a fundamentally different approach. Join Megan Antonelli as she reconnects with fellow Vassar alumna Danielle Wiley, founder and CEO of Sway Group, to explore why most sponsored content fails healthcare organizations and how to build authentic, compliant influencer partnerships that drive real clinical adoption and stakeholder trust in our post-platform world.

A fireside chat with Dr. Aletha Maybank, pioneering physician-advocate and former Chief Health Equity Officer at the American Medical Association

In an era of deepfakes and health misinformation, how do we build patient trust and foster meaningful behavioral change? Dr. Maybank discusses how art, culture, and innovative community-based engagement strategies can transform healthcare delivery where traditional approaches fall short. Drawing from her groundbreaking equity work and current focus on narrative arts in health, Dr. Maybank offers hospital leaders a bold vision: healthcare that meets patients where they are—culturally, emotionally, and digitally—creating connections that transcend clinical sett...

Join Megan Antonelli and Carly Marino-Healy, founder of Marino Wellness, as they reveal how a precision approach to wellness is revolutionizing corporate culture. Discover why leading digital health companies like Headspace and Talkspace choose Carly's marketplace model over traditional wellness vendors, and learn the strategic framework that transforms employee wellbeing from cost center to profit driver. As healthcare costs rise and talent retention becomes critical, workplace wellness technology is shifting from nice-to-have perk to essential business infrastructure. Learn how to position your organization ahead of this transformation.

Healthcare expert Lorren Pettit shares insights on how hospitals are transforming from basic digital systems to AI-powered smart healthcare environments, covering real-world applications and implementation challenges.

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Tom Lawry, Microsoft's former Director for AI in Health and Life Sciences and author of the new book Health Care Nation, joins us to discuss moving beyond healthcare fatalism toward actionable reform. Named one of 20 people transforming healthcare through practical AI applications, Lawry reveals how leaders can escape the industry's design flaws through strategic technology deployment and "micro-dosing hope." Essential listening for executives ready to move from critique to implementation.

Tom Lawry, Microsoft's former Director for AI in Health and Life Sciences

Megan Antonelli, Founder and CEO, HealthIMPACT Live

Five Good Things with Janae Sharp and Megan Antonelli: A rapid-fire segment highlighting positive developments in digital health. Janae and Megan share insights on recent innovations, successful implementations, and emerging trends that are driving progress in healthcare technology.

Megan Antonelli, Chief Executive Officer, HealthIMPACT Live

Janae Sharp, , Founder, The Sharp Index

Join us for an insightful conversation with Anna Turman, MHA, CHCIO, FACHE, as she shares her unique 20+ year journey from leading a rural Nebraska hospital as CEO to driving technology transformation at one of the nation's largest health systems. Currently serving as AVP IT Customer Success at Radiology Partners, Anna brings a rare triple perspective—having served as CIO, COO, and CEO—to discuss how technology leadership must adapt across different organizational scales, the critical importance of sponsorship over mentorship in career advancement, and her proven leadership strategies including intentional rounding and situational awareness. As both a healthcare executive and...

In this impactful episode, Gene Bowen shares how Road Recovery uses music and mentorship to help teens overcome addiction and mental health challenges. Learn about their innovative peer-support model that pairs music industry professionals with vulnerable youth, the measurable outcomes they're achieving, and how healthcare leaders can support and replicate this evidence-based approach despite ongoing funding challenges.

Gene Bowen, Founder & President, Road Recovery

Jack Bookbinder, Co-Founder & Vice President, Road Recovery

Megan Antonelli, Chief Executive Officer, HealthIMPACT Live

Join us as Joanna Strober, CEO of Midi Health, reveals how virtual care platforms are addressing the significant gap in women's midlife healthcare. Discover how treating menopause symptoms properly reduces long-term health complications, lowers healthcare utilization costs, and improves workplace productivity. Hear firsthand how this digital health pioneer is partnering with major health systems and employers to deliver measurable clinical outcomes that benefit patients, providers, and payers alike.

Joanna Strober, CEO, Midi Health

Megan Antonelli, Chief Executive Officer, HealthIMPACT

Five Good Things with Janae Sharp and Megan Antonelli: A rapid-fire segment highlighting positive developments in digital health. Janae and Megan share insights on recent innovations, successful implementations, and emerging trends that are driving progress in healthcare technology.

Megan Antonelli, Chief Executive Officer, HealthIMPACT Live

Janae Sharp, , Founder, The Sharp Index

The traditional hospital model is struggling to meet growing healthcare demands and evolving patient expectations. Healthcare everywhere—a paradigm shift towards distributed care, hospital-at-home programs, and innovative delivery models—offers a solution to these challenges. This keynote will explore how forward-thinking healthcare leaders are reimagining care delivery, breaking down walls, and leveraging technology to extend high-quality care beyond traditional settings, ultimately improving access, outcomes, and patient satisfaction.

  • Implement strategies to transform your organization into a "borderless hospital," expanding your reach and impact

  • Leverage emerging technologies to create seamless, patient-centric care experiences across diverse settings

  • Deve...

Gary Forbes shares his extraordinary journey from NBA player to founder of Sole Survivors, discussing how living with Type 1 diabetes shaped his mission to empower others with chronic conditions. Learn how his basketball career insights now fuel his advocacy work and innovative approach to healthcare challenges through storytelling, representation, and community building.

Join us as we explore how Raju Joshi, CCO and Co-founder of Cogensus, is leveraging digital innovation to address loneliness as a critical social determinant of health. Raju brings 30+ years of healthcare expertise to discuss how AI-powered conversations capture patient sentiments, provide valuable clinical context, and preserve personal legacies. This session examines the intersection of technology, social health, and the Surgeon General's focus on loneliness as a public health priority.

Join Dr. Olga Kagan, founder of the Food Allergy Nursing Association (FANA), as she shares insights on revolutionizing food allergy care through nursing innovation, technology, and evidence-based practice. Learn how FANA is empowering nurses to lead transformative change in this critical healthcare subspecialty while improving patient outcomes and quality of life.

Olga Kagan, PhD, RN, CIMI, FHIMS, Founder, Food Allergy Nursing...

Five Good Things with Janae Sharp and Megan Antonelli: A rapid-fire segment highlighting positive developments in digital health. Janae and Megan share insights on recent innovations, successful implementations, and emerging trends that are driving progress in healthcare technology.

Megan Antonelli, Chief Executive Officer, HealthIMPACT Live

Janae Sharp, , Founder, The Sharp Index

In this insightful conversation, Shahid Shah interviews Holly Miller, CEO of Colette Health, about their award-winning virtual care platform. Miller discusses how Colette Health's virtual observation and nursing solutions help hospitals address critical staffing shortages while improving patient safety and clinical outcomes. As the inaugural winner of KLAS's "Best in Class for Virtual Sitting and Nursing," Colette Health demonstrates how technology can amplify rather than replace the human connection in healthcare delivery. It is followed by a thought-provoking conversation with Dr. Chris Gibbons, founder of Graystone Group, about meaningful healthcare innovation. Drawing from his 15 years leading digital health transformation...

Dr. Yaa Kumah-Crystal shares her pioneering work integrating voice assistant technology and AI into healthcare systems at Vanderbilt University Medical Center. This discussion explores practical applications of voice interfaces in clinical documentation, the evolution of hybrid care models, and responsible AI implementation strategies that enhance both provider experience and patient outcomes. Drawing from her dual expertise as a practicing endocrinologist and biomedical informaticist, Dr. Kumah-Crystal offers actionable insights for healthcare leaders navigating technological transformation.

  • Voice-first EHR design reduces documentation burden while maintaining clinical accuracy

  • Essential governance frameworks ensure responsible AI deployment in clinical settings

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Join Kiran Mysore, Chief Data & Analytics Officer at Sutter Health, as he shares insights on scaling AI adoption, building sustainable innovation infrastructure, and transforming healthcare delivery through data-driven approaches. Learn how one of the nation's largest health systems is successfully integrating advanced analytics and AI into clinical practice while maintaining governance and ethical standards.

Kiran Mysore, Chief Data & Analytics Officer at Sutter Health

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Join Patty Hayward as she reveals how AI-enabled contact centers are revolutionizing healthcare access and patient engagement. Learn how Talkdesk's technology is bridging critical communication gaps between patients and providers, while delivering more personalized care experiences through intelligent automation.

Patty Hayward, GM of Healthcare and Life Sciences, Talkdesk

Megan Antonelli, CEO, HealthIMPACT Live

Join us for a compelling discussion with Nora LaTorre, who leads Eat Real's mission to revolutionize school food systems through technology and data-driven approaches. As a pioneering force in sustainable food systems, Nora brings extensive experience from agtech (Ganaz), global trade (Fair Trade USA), and retail sustainability (Target Corporation) to address one of healthcare's most pressing challenges: the impact of ultra-processed foods on children's health outcomes.

Under her leadership, Eat Real has achieved significant policy wins, including the 2024 California school food dye bill, while implementing scalable solutions that are reaching over 500,000 students in 10 states and are on...

Explore how AutoCruitment's technology-driven approach is transforming clinical trial recruitment, reducing enrollment timelines by 9 months while achieving a 97% increase in patient randomizations. Learn how their digital patient engagement strategy operates across 37 countries, addressing one of healthcare's most persistent challenges.

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Jill Pellegrino, CEO, AutoCruitment

Megan Antonelli, Chief Executive Officer, HealthIMPACT Live

Five Good Things with Janae Sharp and Megan Antonelli: A rapid-fire segment highlighting positive developments in digital health. Janae and Megan share insights on recent innovations, successful implementations, and emerging trends that are driving progress in healthcare technology.

Join Dr. Stephanie Lahr, Chief Experience Officer at Artisight and recognized healthcare innovator, as she shares insights on transforming healthcare through AI-powered smart hospital solutions. From her journey as a health system CIO to technology innovator, Dr. Lahr discusses how Artisight's platform is addressing critical challenges in healthcare delivery while enhancing both provider and patient experience.

Five Good Things with Janae Sharp and Megan Antonelli: A rapid-fire segment highlighting positive developments in digital health. Janae and Megan share insights on recent innovations, successful implementations, and emerging trends that are driving progress in healthcare technology.

Megan Antonelli, Chief Executive Officer, HealthIMPACT Live

Janae Sharp, Founder, The Sharp Index

Dr. Sejal Hathi, the nation's youngest state health director, discusses Oregon's groundbreaking Medicaid transformation that expands coverage beyond traditional healthcare to include housing, climate health, and nutrition. Learn how this innovative model achieved 97% coverage while addressing social determinants of health and setting new standards for healthcare policy nationwide.

Sejal Hathi, MD, MBA, Director...

Discover how autonomous robots are revolutionizing hospital operations through the lens of groundbreaking innovation leadership. Andrea Thomaz shares insights on scaling AI robotics from concept to daily clinical reality, including lessons learned from deploying Moxi across major hospital systems nationwide.

Rob Sebaugh of SailPoint examines the far-reaching implications of 2024's healthcare cybersecurity crisis, sparked by the Change Healthcare breach. Discover how identity-first security and robust contingency planning can protect healthcare operations while maintaining clinical efficiency in an era of unprecedented cyber threats.

Ray Lowe, CIO of AltaMed, discusses how healthcare organizations can leverage technology strategically to bridge health equity gaps while serving diverse, multilingual communities. Learn how AltaMed's digital transformation initiatives create more accessible, culturally competent care delivery models that other healthcare organizations can adopt.

Ray Lowe, CIO, AltaMed

Megan Antonelli, Chief Executive Officer, HealthIMPACT Live

Healthcare leaders face mounting challenges: rising costs, staff burnout, and pressure to improve patient outcomes. Traditional solutions often fall short. However, groundbreaking WHO research reveals a powerful, evidence-based approach through arts integration. When strategically implemented, arts programs reduce hospital stays by up to one day, decrease medication needs, and improve staff retention. NYC Health + Hospitals' 7,000-piece collection and global initiatives like the HoME study demonstrate how arts integration delivers measurable ROI while transforming care environments. Discover how arts in medicine programs are transforming healthcare through evidence-based interventions. Joe Desiderio explores the groundbreaking WHO-backed research, strategic partnerships, and measurable clinical...

Join us for a conversation with Dr. Kameron Matthews, Chief Health Officer of Cityblock Health and co-founder of Tour for Diversity in Medicine. Discover how her groundbreaking work combines health equity, technology, and community-based care to transform healthcare delivery for underserved populations while building pathways for the next generation of diverse healthcare leaders.

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Five Good Things with Janae Sharp and Megan Antonelli: A rapid-fire segment highlighting positive developments in digital health. Janae and Megan share insights on recent innovations, successful implementations, and emerging trends that are driving progress in healthcare technology.

Megan Antonelli, Chief Executive Officer, HealthIMPACT

Janae Sharp, Founder, The Sharp Index

Join Megan Antonelli, the host of Digital Health Talks, and Bill Snyder, CEO of Cylinder Health, for a discussion of how digestive health impacts workplace productivity and healthcare costs. Learn how digital health solutions are transforming GI care delivery, improving health equity, and supporting return-to-office transitions while addressing the $136B annual burden of GI-related healthcare expenses.

Explore how VitalCaring is pioneering AI-driven cognitive care to meet the growing challenges of Alzheimer’s, dementia, and other cognitive impairments. By integrating advanced technology with a patient-centered approach, VitalCaring enhances patient outcomes and empowers clinicians with tools for real-time progress tracking, supporting their role in delivering exceptional care.

Chief Clinical Officer Janice Riggins explains how these solutions not only bolster the patient and caregiver experience but also align with the values-based care standards enabling sustainable, quality care that adapts to the evolving needs of patients. VitalCaring’s initiative prioritizes measurable outcomes through data-backed cognitive therapy and expa...

Eric Smith shares how Memorial Hermann Health System is revolutionizing healthcare delivery through responsible AI implementation. Learn how their pioneering governance model ensures technology enhances rather than replaces human connection, while improving operational efficiency and patient outcomes across one of Texas' largest health systems.

Eric Smith, Chief Digital Officer, Memorial Hermann

Megan Antonelli, Chief Executive Officer, HealthIMPACT Live<...

Join Megan Antonelli as she explores how Primetime Partners is reshaping the future of aging through strategic investments in digital health and AgeTech solutions. This forward-looking conversation with Abby Levy examines the intersection of AI, home-based care, and social determinants of health in transforming care delivery for the rapidly growing senior population. Learn how innovative technology companies are addressing critical challenges in elder care while creating scalable, profitable solutions in this high-growth market.

Join us for an enlightening conversation with Dr. Robert Groves, Executive Vice President and Chief Medical Officer at Banner|Aetna. We'll explore their innovative partnership with Virta Health, which has led to remarkable outcomes in Type 2 diabetes reversal and sustainable weight loss. Dr. Groves will share insights on how this personalized, nutrition-first approach is transforming lives, reducing medication dependence, and setting new standards in diabetes care.

Robert Groves, MD, CMO EVP, Banner Aetna

Megan Antonelli, Chief Executive Officer, HealthIMPACT

Join us as Michelle Davey, CEO of Wheel, discusses revolutionizing virtual care. Learn how Wheel's consumer-centric approach and innovative platform are reshaping healthcare delivery, empowering clinicians, and improving patient outcomes.

Michelle Davey, Co-Founder & CEO, Wheel

Megan Antonelli, Chief Executive Officer, HealthIMPACT Live

Five Good Things with Janae Sharp and Megan Antonelli: A rapid-fire segment highlighting positive developments in digital health. Janae and Megan share insights on recent innovations, successful implementations, and emerging trends that are driving progress in healthcare technology.

Megan Antonelli, Chief Executive Officer, HealthIMPACT

Janae Sharp, Founder The Sharp Index

Explore proven strategies to navigate the complex $600B employer healthcare market. Learn how to overcome challenges like vendor saturation, low engagement rates, and shifting employer preferences to accelerate revenue growth and build lasting partnerships with Fortune 1000 companies.

Lindsey Kratzer, Founder, Spark Health Advisors

Megan Antonelli, Chief Executive Officer, HealthIMPACT Live
 

Memora Health is pioneering intelligent care through text-based conversational AI, enabling healthcare providers to maintain continuous, personalized patient engagement post-procedure or office visits. By focusing on understanding patient intent and context, Memora's technology bridges communication gaps, enhances care plan adherence, and improves overall patient outcomes across various medical specialties.

Divya Bhat, Chief Product Officer, Memora Health

In this episode of HealthIMPACT Live Digital Health Talks, we spotlight Kristin Nuckols, OTD, MOT, OTR, a pioneering female founder in digital health. As the Co-Founder and Chief Clinical Officer of Imago Rehab, Kristin shares her journey from traditional occupational therapy to developing cutting-edge telerehabilitation solutions for stroke survivors. Learn how Imago Rehab is leveraging telehealth and soft robotic technology to achieve unprecedented outcomes in neurological rehabilitation.

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Join us for an exclusive interview with Toby (Walter) Eadelman, Chief Technology Officer at AvaSure, as we unpack key takeaways from the 2024 AvaSure Symposium. 

This session will delve into the transformative impact of AI-powered virtual care platforms over the past 15 years and explore future trends in healthcare technology.

Join us for an insightful conversation with Pam Saechow, Founder and CEO of Ellit Groups. With over 20 years of experience in healthcare IT and a unique background rooted in integrated medicine, Pam shares her vision for patient-centric technological solutions. We'll explore recent industry developments, strategic partnerships, and the future of healthcare IT.
 

Pam Saechow, CEO, Ellit Groups

Megan Antonelli, Chief Executive Officer, HealthIMPACT Live

Five Good Things with Janae Sharp and Megan Antonelli: A rapid-fire segment highlighting positive developments in digital health. Janae and Megan share insights on recent innovations, successful implementations, and emerging trends that are driving progress in healthcare technology.

Megan Antonelli, Chief Executive Officer, HealthIMPACT

Janae Sharp, Founder, The Sharp Index

Sameer Sethi, SVP and Chief Data Analytics Officer at Hackensack Meridian Health, discusses pioneering efforts in healthcare data modernization, cloud migration, and AI implementation. Learn how these innovations enhance patient care, drive operational efficiencies, and shape healthcare delivery's future.

Sameer Sethi, SVP and Chief Data Analytics Officer, Hackensack Meridian Health

Megan Antonelli, Chief Executive Officer, HealthIMPACT Live

Rare diseases present daunting challenges for researchers and clinicians. With limited data and resources available, developing effective treatments can feel like trying to solve a complex puzzle with missing pieces. However, Shweta Maniar, Director of Global Healthcare & Life Sciences Industry Strategy at Google Cloud, believes there is hope - and it comes in the form of Generative AI.  Listeners will come away with a deeper understanding of how this transformative technology can crack the code of rare diseases and unlock a future of better outcomes for patients in critical need. Copy

Dr. Yair Saperstein, CEO of Avo, discusses how winning the American Heart Association's Health Tech Competition catapulted their AI-powered clinical decision support tool into the spotlight. Learn how Avo is revolutionizing cardiac care and beyond, leveraging their AHA recognition to drive innovation in healthcare technology.
 

Dr. Yair Saperstein, CEO, Avo

Megan Antonelli, CEO, HealthIMPACT

In this interview, John Beadle explores how venture studios can create synergies between health systems and tech innovators. He discusses strategies for identifying critical healthcare challenges, developing win-win partnerships, and scaling solutions that improve patient outcomes while addressing hospitals' operational and financial needs.

John Beadle, Co-Founder & Managing Partner, Aegis Ventures

Megan Antonelli, Chief...

Tivity Health is at the forefront of empowering seniors to age in place through innovative programs like SilverSneakers, Prime Fitness, and WholeHealth Living. These initiatives not only improve physical health but also enhance overall well-being, allowing older adults to maintain independence and vitality in the comfort of their homes. Seniors can boost mobility and strength with customized fitness programs and engage in virtual wellness activities to stay connected and active from home.

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In this episode, we sit down with Scott Arnold, the visionary leader behind Tampa General Hospital's digital transformation. Scott reveals his strategies for walking the tightrope between groundbreaking innovation and maintaining operational stability in healthcare technology. We explore how he manages the delicate balance of pushing boundaries with ventures and AI while ensuring robust cybersecurity and seamless daily operations. Scott shares insights on optimizing patient and provider experiences without compromising system integrity. Learn how this healthcare tech pioneer harmonizes the excitement of innovation with the critical need to provide an optimal patient and team member experience in one of...

Five Good Things with Janae Sharp and Megan Antonelli: A rapid-fire segment highlighting positive developments in digital health. Janae and Megan share insights on recent innovations, successful implementations, and emerging trends that are driving progress in healthcare technology.

Megan Antonelli, Chief Executive Officer, HealthIMPACT

Janae Sharp, Founder, The Sharp Index

Today, we sit down with Robin McIntosh, the visionary founder of Workit Health. Founded in 2015 by Robin and her co-founder Lisa McLaughlin, both women in long-term recovery from addiction, Workit Health has emerged as a trailblazer in the field of addiction treatment. Driven by their firsthand experiences with America's fractured treatment system, Robin and Lisa set out to create a more effective and accessible approach to care.

At the heart of Workit Health's mission lies a commitment to measurement-based care, ensuring that their innovative strategies translate into improved outcomes for individuals battling addiction. The company's research team...

Explore the transformative impact of AI-powered automation in healthcare. This session delves into how intelligent automation is revolutionizing the industry by streamlining operations, enhancing patient care, and empowering healthcare professionals. Learn about innovative applications beyond direct care delivery, including revenue cycle management, collections, and data unification. Discover how these advancements are simultaneously improving efficiency, reducing costs, and reimagining the human element in healthcare

Join us for an insightful interview with Dr. Amy Boutwell, a leading expert in healthcare delivery transformation. As a practicing physician with deep experience in public policy, process improvement, and serving vulnerable populations, Dr. Boutwell has dedicated her career to designing and implementing innovative care models that reduce avoidable hospitalizations and emergency department visits.

In this session, Dr. Boutwell will share her groundbreaking work developing practical, effective strategies used nationally, including:

She'll...

Discover how innovative contactless remote patient monitoring (RPM) platforms are transforming healthcare delivery. These cutting-edge, FDA-cleared medical devices accurately monitor vital signs such as heart rate, respiratory rate, and patient behavior without the need for physical contact, providing a seamless and stress-free experience for both patients and medical staff.

Discover the transformative journey of Rheumission's Founder and Chief Patient Officer as they delve into the motivations behind transitioning from autoimmune patient advocacy to pioneering a virtual Integrative Rheumatology clinic. Gain insights into Rheumission's innovative approach to personalized autoimmune care, driven by data-driven research and development, and learn how holistic support encompassing nutrition, sleep, exercise, and mental health services is poised to revolutionize the landscape of autoimmune care. Explore the role of integrative medicine within rheumatology and how Rheumission aims to seamlessly integrate traditional treatments with complementary approaches, while addressing the anticipated challenges of delivering virtual healthcare and ensuring...

Join us for a conversation with Jeffrey Sturman, SVP & Chief Digital Officer at Memorial Healthcare System.  Learn about the dynamic journey of Memorial Healthcare System as it harnesses cutting-edge technologies to revolutionize patient care. Faced with the challenge of evolving healthcare landscapes, Memorial Healthcare System seized the opportunity to integrate innovative solutions, enhancing operational efficiency and patient outcomes. Through strategic implementation of advanced technologies, Memorial Healthcare System is paving the way for smarter, more efficient healthcare delivery, ensuring optimal care for all patients.

In this interview, Emily Zhen will discuss how diversity is transforming the digital health investment landscape. She'll explore the impact of DEI initiatives on investment strategies, the rise of female and BIPOC founders in healthcare, and the unique perspectives diverse investors bring to identifying and nurturing groundbreaking healthcare solutions.

• Discover how to leverage diversity for better investment outcomes in digital health
• Learn strategies for identifying and supporting underrepresented founders in healthcare
• Gain insights on bridging the funding gap for women's health innovations
• Understand the role of diverse investors in driving healthcare equity and access

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Join Mike Mosquito, HealthIMPACT's 2024 Changemaker of the Year, as he shares his vision for an AI-driven healthcare landscape. Discover innovative strategies to leverage emerging technologies, foster cross-sector collaboration, and drive meaningful transformation in patient care, clinical decision-making, and healthcare accessibility.

Mike Mosquito, Emerging Technology & Innovation...

As the Head of US Digital Health & Innovation Strategy at Novo Nordisk, Amy West is on a mission to leverage transformative data and technology to make quality healthcare more accessible and equitable for underserved communities. In this insightful session, Amy will share how Novo Nordisk is pioneering innovative digital health solutions to empower clinicians, emancipate marginalized patients, and eradicate systemic disparities. Listeners will come away with a roadmap for:

Originally Published: Jul 2, 2024

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In this insightful interview, Ashlee Wisdom, the founder of "Health in Her HUE," discusses her groundbreaking digital platform that connects Black women and women of color to culturally competent healthcare providers. Born out of Ashlee's personal experiences and the need for a resource that addresses the unique challenges faced by Black women in accessing quality healthcare, "Health in Her HUE" aims to reduce racial health disparities and empower women to make informed health choices.
 

Ashlee explains how the platform le...

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Transforming Obesity Care in the Digital Age 

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As a highly accomplished physician executive with over 20 years of experience as a GI and bariatric surgeon, Dr. Aggarwal is uniquely positioned to discuss the intersection of medicine, surgery, and digital health in tackling the growing obesity crisis. During our discussion, we will explore how twenty30 health is leveraging technology, human health coaches, and complex data analysis to create personalized patient care journeys that drive high-value outcomes. Dr. Agga...

While there is an abundance of hype surrounding the transformative potential of AI there is no doubt that it has the power to accelerate healthcare's transition to value-based care. Dr. Groves explores how AI can support healthcare organizations in achieving better patient outcomes while managing costs, and discusses the role of AI in alleviating administrative burdens for primary care physicians. We will discuss the potential of AI in addressing healthcare workforce shortages, sharing real-world examples of AI-driven interventions from his experience at Banner Health and Aetna. Dr. Groves emphasizes the importance of responsible and ethical AI use, outlining necessary...

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Join us as we discuss virtual nursing and the integration of artificial intelligence (AI) in healthcare. We’ll discuss how AI-powered tools and virtual nursing are revolutionizing patient care, remote monitoring, and support. We discuss the benefits of virtual nursing, including alleviating workload, improving patient satisfaction, and providing opportunities for experienced nurses to continue their careers in less physically demanding roles. We will also address the challenges and concerns surrounding the im...

Digital health has become an integral part of the patient care experience, evolving how we receive necessary data to equip physicians and care teams in their mission to improve patient health outcomes. With ongoing advancements in digital health, the ultimate goal is to enhance the quality of care while easing the burden on providers and creating accessible and equitable care for diverse patient populations. To achieve true scalable and sustainable success in digital health across business models such as value-based care and health equity, we must assess physicians' readiness for digital health innovation, the accessibility of these solutions, and...

We will explore the key insights and strategies from her groundbreaking book, Rebel Health: A Field Guide to the Patient-Led Revolution in Medical Care. Throughout the interview, Susannah will share her expertise and insights on how listeners can become active participants in the patient-led revolution, whether they are patients, caregivers, or healthcare professionals. Listeners will come away with a renewed sense of empowerment and a clear roadmap for driving meaningful change in healthcare.

In this episode of 'Five Good Things,' hosts Megan Antonelli and Janae Sharp discuss a range of optimistic updates in healthcare. Highlights include updates on nutritional standards in schools, advances in hormone therapy research, the expansion of telehealth services, innovative efforts at Geisinger Health, and new funding opportunities for AI in behavioral health. The hosts also touch on the importance of recognizing mental health as a crucial component of overall health and celebrate upcoming awards aimed at honoring exceptional contributions in the healthcare field.

Megan Antonelli, Chief Executive Officer, HealthIMPACT 

Janae Sharp, Fo...

In this thought-provoking session, we will delve into the recent surge of attention and investment in women's health. From President Biden's groundbreaking Executive Order to the ambitious ARPA-H Sprint, and even celebrity advocacy, the landscape of women's health is undergoing a significant transformation. Join us for an insightful discussion as we navigate the evolving landscape of women's health. We explore how health IT leaders can capitalize on this unprecedented attention to drive meaningful advancements in care delivery, research, and innovation. Together, we will assess whether women's health is finally receiving the attention and investment it deserves and chart a...

Join us on this exciting episode of Health Impact Live, where our host Shahid Shah engages in a compelling conversation with BJ Moore, the digital transformation visionary from Providence. With a rich background from his 27 years at Microsoft, culminating as the Vice President of Engineering for Azure, BJ brings a wealth of tech experience to the healthcare industry. He discusses his transition to Providence and how his journey has propelled forward the use of cutting-edge technologies in healthcare environments that traditionally lag behind other industries.

In this session, we dive deep into how Providence has embraced digital...

Join Megan Antonelli and Janae Sharp as they discuss the latest Five Good Things in healthcare.

Megan Antonelli, Chief Executive Officer, HealthIMPACT 

Janae Sharp, Founder, The Sharp Index

Join Dr. Komal Bajaj, a renowned expert in healthcare performance enhancement, for a deep dive into the transformative role of simulation in healthcare. This session, titled "Integrating Simulation and Safety," will explore the pivotal connections between advanced simulation techniques, quality metrics, the environmental impacts of healthcare practices, and the safety of healthcare workers. Participants will gain insights into how simulation can be leveraged to improve healthcare outcomes while addressing critical safety and environmental challenges. Dr. Bajaj's expertise in medical simulation and her innovative approaches to integrating educational strategies with health policy development make this a must-attend event for healthcare...

Join us on this enlightening episode of "Future of Care," where we dive deep into the transformative world of healthcare with two renowned experts, Eric Alper and Shahid Shah. This episode, originally recorded at HIMSS 2024 is focused on the innovative "Hospital at Home" model, exploring its integration with Epic's Electronic Health Records (EHR) system to enhance patient experience and care delivery.

Eric Alper, MD, VP/Chief Quality Officer, Chief Clinical Informatics Officer at UMass Memorial Health, shares his insights on how "Hospital at Home" is reshaping patient interactions and the role of technology in making healthcare more...

In this engaging discussion, we'll delve into the findings of a national survey conducted by Dr. Rosner and his team, exploring the experiences of digital health companies integrating their tools with Electronic Health Records (EHRs). Driven by the increasing importance of interoperability in healthcare, this research sheds light on key challenges and opportunities in the field.

Discuss the motivations behind the research, the collaborators involved, and the study's design Understand the implications of the survey results 

Address the hurdles digital health companies face in adopting standard APIs, including high fees, difficulty accessing EHR testing environments, a...

Ed Marx's insights from "Diagnosed" provide invaluable guidance for navigating the complexities of the healthcare system, empowering patients, caregivers, and healthcare leaders to drive meaningful change and improve the overall patient experience.

Edward Marx,  Author, Diagnosed: An Insider's Guide For Your Healthcare Journey, Chief Executive Officer, Marx Advisory

Megan Antonelli, Chief Executive Officer, HealthIMPACT

Mayo Clinic CIO Cris Ross delves into the transformative evolution of healthcare, from the pioneering days of Minute Clinic to the forefront of digital innovation at Mayo. With keen insights drawn from personal experience as a cancer survivor and healthcare leader, Ross explores the imperative shift from process-centric to patient-centric care delivery. He reveals groundbreaking advancements in AI technology, highlighting Mayo's collaborations with industry giants like Google to revolutionize patient-clinician interactions. Ross's vision for the future of healthcare promises a paradigm shift towards seamless integration, personalized care, and empowered patient experiences.

Cris Ross, CI...

Dive into the dynamic world of health tech marketing with Christine Slocumb, seasoned industry expert and author of "Stop Starvation Marketing." Explore recent effective strategies from HIMSS and VIVE events, while confronting industry challenges like prioritizing patient outcomes and overcoming healthcare's marketing stigma. Learn practical approaches to balancing marketing investment with product development and embrace the roller-coaster nature of B2B marketing. Discover key priorities for resource allocation and growth, alongside actionable tips for fostering lasting customer relationships and building a strong brand identity. Gain insights into overcoming common challenges faced by startups and Fortune 50 firms alike, paving the...

In this episode of 'Digital Health Talks' from Health Impact, hosts Megan Antonelli and Janae Sharp discuss key highlights from the HIMSS conference. They focus on the 'five good things' segment, detailing advancements in women's health research, the positive impact of digital transformation in healthcare, the role of artificial intelligence (AI) and automation, the trend of hospital-at-home, and the potency of data analytics in improving patient care. Highlights include an executive order advancing women's health research with a significant funding commitment, testimonials on how technology enhances patient safety and quality, discussions on AI's potential in healthcare automation without replacing...