

HIMSSCast
HIMSS Media
HIMSSCast is a podcast produced by the HIMSS Media editorial team behind Healthcare IT News, MobiHealthNews, and Healthcare Finance News. In each episode, our editors are joined by special guests from around the health tech industry to discuss major news stories or trends in the space. The aim of the show is to add depth, analysis and color to our ongoing coverage of the digital health, health tech and healthcare finance realms, as well as to facilitate lively conversations about hot health tech topics.
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Apr 25, 2025 • 10min
HIMSSCast: The big AI findings in Accenture's TechVision 2025 report
Accenture's Global Health Technology Lead Andy Truscott discusses integrating data and AI to improve decision making and patient experiences, training staff to lead AI adoption, creating trustworthy AI, and much more.

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Apr 18, 2025 • 27min
HIMSSCast: Should all healthcare organizations have an AI plan?
A recent WSJ journal op-ed made the case that not all businesses need to be embracing AI – in fact, some shouldn't. Does the same hold true for healthcare? A look at the pros and cons of artificial intelligence adoption from a biz school academic's perspective.

Apr 11, 2025 • 12min
HIMSSCast: The key to patient engagement is personalization
Upfront Healthcare worked with Hartford Healthcare to hyper-personalize digital outreach, closing gaps in care.

Apr 4, 2025 • 18min
HIMSSCast: The top priorities of the combined ATA Action and DTA
Kyle Zebley, head of ATA Action, and Andy Molnar, head of digital health at ATA Action, dig into four of their top concerns after ATA Action recently acquired the former Digital Therapeutics Alliance.

Mar 28, 2025 • 16min
HIMSSCast: How health systems can find AI's opportunity and promise
Tom Kiesau, Chief Innovation Officer at Chartis, explores how AI can revolutionize healthcare in response to the aging population and financial pressures. He discusses advancements in operational AI for revenue cycles and supply chains, while noting challenges with clinical AI's complexity. Kiesau emphasizes the necessity for tailored governance frameworks to address data bias and regulatory compliance. He also advocates for health systems to move from pilot projects to large-scale AI implementation for greater efficiency and impact.

Mar 21, 2025 • 12min
HIMSSCast: A consultant expert on improving the patient experience and practitioner workflows
Chris Whelchel, Founder and CEO of HealthTok, shares his insights on enhancing healthcare efficiency and patient experiences. He delves into the transformative role of AI in streamlining workflows, allowing more time for patient care. Whelchel addresses the significant barriers healthcare organizations face, including resistance to change and interoperability challenges. He also highlights the power of technology in humanizing healthcare, showcasing how innovations like ambient technology can improve doctor-patient interactions and minimize distractions.

Mar 14, 2025 • 17min
HIMSSCast: The innovations and barriers of genomics
The cost versus the clinical insights

Mar 7, 2025 • 32min
HIMSSCast: Lessons from UNC, Part 3 - How data governance paves way for AI success
In the third episode of our three-part series, UNC analytics director Greg Kuhnen is joined by his colleague Ram Rimal for a discussion about artificial intelligence must-haves.

Feb 28, 2025 • 21min
HIMSSCast: Lessons from UNC, Part 2 - Governance as a Strategic Force
Greg Kuhnen, system director for analytical solutions at UNC Health Care, shares his expertise on data governance and analytics. He discusses the evolution of analytics programs and how effective data governance acts as a strategic asset. Kuhnen emphasizes the importance of real-world impacts on patient care through collaboration and accountability. He elaborates on building a foundation for responsible AI in healthcare, addressing its challenges and the need for transparency in implementation. His insights showcase how data strategy can enhance decision-making and healthcare outcomes.

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Feb 21, 2025 • 20min
HIMSSCast: Lessons from UNC, Part 1 - Data Governance Fundamentals
Greg Kuhnen, the system director for analytical solutions at UNC Health Care, is a pro in healthcare data governance. He discusses the evolution of data governance at UNC, emphasizing the importance of terminology that reflects its value. Kuhnen highlights the collaboration needed between executives and teams to ensure data security. He also explores a hybrid governance model that balances centralized and decentralized analytics. Overall, he advocates for a human-centric approach, stressing the role of people, processes, and effective communication in maximizing data utility.


