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Becker's Healthcare
The Becker's Digital Health + Health IT Podcast is the definitive podcast for the people, innovations and technology driving healthcare forward. New 15-minute episodes are released daily with the latest breakthroughs, expert interviews and ahead-of-the-curve ideas for and from the people leading healthcare organizations.
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May 10, 2025 • 3min
Optum launches AI-powered RCM platform for hospitals, FDA names inaugural chief AI officer + more
Tune in for today's industry updates.

May 4, 2025 • 17min
Dr. Syl Trepanier, Chief Nursing Officer at Providence
In this episode, Dr. Syl Trepanier, Chief Nursing Officer at Providence, joins Laura Dyrda to share insights on building a mission-driven nursing culture, developing innovative care models like co-caring, and the critical strategies Providence is using to recruit, retain, and empower nurses for the future of healthcare.

Apr 24, 2025 • 16min
Dr. Eric Cheng, Chief Medical Informatics Officer at UCLA Health Sciences
In this episode, Dr. Eric Cheng, Chief Medical Informatics Officer at UCLA Health Sciences, shares his unique journey from neurology to informatics, dives into the intersection of AI and data quality, and explores how UCLA is reimagining growth, regulation, and patient-centered documentation in healthcare.

Apr 18, 2025 • 17min
Dr. Clara Lin, CMIO and VP of Digital Health & Informatics at Seattle Children’s
In this episode, Dr. Clara Lin, CMIO and VP of Digital Health & Informatics at Seattle Children’s, joins Laura Dyrda to discuss driving clinician satisfaction, partnering with Google on innovative AI tools like the “Pathway Assistant,” and preparing the pediatric workforce for the future of healthcare tech.

Apr 13, 2025 • 20min
Dr. Yasir Tarabichi, Chief Medical Informatics Officer at Ovatient and Chief Health AI Officer at MetroHealth
In this episode, Dr. Yasir Tarabichi, Chief Medical Informatics Officer at Ovatient and Chief Health AI Officer at MetroHealth, discusses the latest advancements in AI-driven healthcare and virtual care integration. He shares insights on strategic AI implementations, virtual care collaborations, and the importance of governance in fostering long-term success in healthcare technology.

Apr 11, 2025 • 23min
Praveen Chopra, Chief Digital and Information Officer at Emplify Health
In this episode, Praveen Chopra, Chief Digital and Information Officer at Emplify Health, shares how the organization is empowering staff through responsible AI use, driving innovation with agile teams, and cultivating a “huggable” culture that keeps people at the heart of healthcare transformation.

Apr 10, 2025 • 0sec
Omkar Kulkarni, MPH, Vice President and Chief Transformation & Innovation Officer at Children’s Hospital Los Angeles
Omkar Kulkarni, MPH, Vice President and Chief Transformation & Innovation Officer at Children’s Hospital Los Angeles, shares how the organization is leveraging AI in ways that align with its mission—highlighting what excites him most about the technology and how it's being integrated across the system. He discusses workforce improvements and how they’re preparing for the future, while also addressing challenges such as adapting to rapidly evolving technology and the critical need to rely on strong, core operational processes.

Apr 9, 2025 • 8min
Pamela Landis, Senior Vice President of Digital Engagement at Hackensack Meridian Health
In this episode, Pamela Landis, Senior Vice President of Digital Engagement at Hackensack Meridian Health, shares how her team is improving patient access, enhancing digital experiences, and addressing industry challenges. She also discusses the importance of collaboration, leadership, and navigating uncertainty in healthcare.

Apr 8, 2025 • 4min
Tariffs could drive up AI, cloud prices, Seattle Children's, Google create new clinical decision tool + more
Tune in for today's industry updates.

Apr 6, 2025 • 14min
Dr. Sarah Pletcher, Chief Digital Health Officer at Houston Methodist
In this episode, Dr. Sarah Pletcher, Chief Digital Health Officer at Houston Methodist, shares how cutting-edge digital health innovations—like AI, virtual care, and smart hospital technology—are reshaping patient care. She discusses the challenges of change management, the future of healthcare delivery, and the key strategies driving long-term success.


