The Health/Tech Edge
By Productive Edge
The Health/Tech EdgeJan 20, 2023
Realtime Location Solutions for Healthcare with Nick Adriance
In this episode, we sit down with Nick Adriance, Director of Global Software Product Management at CenTrak, to explore the transformative power of Real-Time Location Solutions (RTLS) in healthcare. Focusing on the broader implications and applications of RTLS technology, we delve into how these systems reshape healthcare facilities' operational dynamics.
Nick shares his insights on the evolution of RTLS and its role in enhancing patient care, streamlining operations, and ensuring the safety of both patients and healthcare professionals. We discuss the challenges of implementing these technologies in complex healthcare environments and the solutions RTLS can offer to overcome them.
Beyond the technical aspects, this conversation highlights the impact of real-time data on decision-making processes, the efficiency of healthcare delivery, and the overall patient experience. By examining case studies and real-world applications, we uncover the significant benefits that RTLS brings to healthcare settings, including improved workflow management, asset tracking, and patient flow.
Tune in to gain a deeper understanding of the future of healthcare through the lens of real-time location technologies and discover how these innovations pave the way for more efficient, safe, and patient-centric care delivery.
Navigating Generative AI in Healthcare: A Deep Dive with Raheel Retiwalla
Join Mike Moore and guest Raheel Retiwalla, Chief Strategy Officer at Productive Edge, as they explore the transformative potential of generative AI in healthcare. This episode delves into the challenges and opportunities of implementing AI solutions, focusing on payer and provider perspectives. Topics include:
- The rise of generative AI and its impact on healthcare
- Addressing HIPAA compliance and data sensitivity
- Real-world use cases: From care management to prior authorization
- Risk assessment and mitigation strategies
- Key metrics for evaluating the success of AI implementations
Tune in to gain valuable insights on how generative AI can revolutionize healthcare workflows, improve patient experience, and contribute to organizational goals.
Sarah Kachur, Executive Director, Population Analytics, Strategy and Solutions, Johns Hopkins
In this episode, we welcome Sarah Kachur PharmD MBA BCACP Executive Director, Population Analytics, Strategy and Solutions at Johns Hopkins Population Health Analytics, to discuss Population Health and the Hopkins ACG System, the world’s leading population health #analytics software.
#healthcare #healthcaretechnology #innovation
S1E9: Nikunj (Nik) Sanghvi, VP of Alliances and Business Development at Caspio
Nikunj (Nik) Sanghvi is the Vice President of Alliances and Business Development at Caspio. This cloud platform enables business developers to rapidly build and deploy applications using low-code and no-code tools. With over 15,000 customers, ranging from Fortune-500 companies like Cisco and Intel to Government agencies such as FAA and EPA, Caspio is a leader in the low-code, no-code platform space as ranked by various analyst firms. Nik will speak about how healthcare organizations use low-code solutions to cut costs, improve patient engagement, and more.
S1E8: Kyle Koltz, Chief Operating Officer at SKYGEN USA
We're thrilled to be joined by Kyle Koltz, the Chief Operating Officer at SKYGEN USA. Kyle is a senior executive with a proven track record of success in achieving business growth objectives within rapid-change environments.
As the COO of SKYGEN USA, Kyle brings his wealth of experience in developing market strategy, expanding sales/distribution channels, and implementing business initiatives to drive cost containment and profitability improvement. His success in achieving business growth objectives within rapid-change environments makes him a valuable asset to any organization.
Join us as we dive deeper into Kyle's expertise and experience in the healthcare industry and learn from his insights on driving operational excellence and delivering on commitments in a rapidly changing environment.
S1E7: Nick McKenzie, the Group Product Manager at Redox
In this episode, we welcome Nick McKenzie, the Group Product Manager at Redox. Nick is an expert in healthcare IT platforms, with a wealth of knowledge representing EHR, device, and population health technology platforms.
Nick has vast experience in healthcare IT product management, requirements definition, overall system configuration, support, and maintenance. He is intimately familiar with SMART/FHIR, HL7 v2, relational database (SQL), and JSON API structures.
Nick's deep interactive experience with development and intellectual property teams sets him apart. This has helped him prioritize needed product capabilities to align with the highest-value market demand.
Join us as we dive deeper into Nick's experience and knowledge in the healthcare IT industry.
S1E6: Eric Daiter, Manager, Market Strategy and New Ventures at Catalyst by Wellstar
Eric Daiter is a seasoned professional with a passion for technology and healthcare. As Manager of Market Strategy and New Ventures at Catalyst by Wellstar, he leverages his expertise in scoping and planning large-scale investments to create new partnerships and drive revenue growth. With a focus on scalable processes, tool design, and relationship building, Eric has a proven track record of enhancing client relationships and successfully onboarding new partnerships. In his free time, he is an MBA student and the President of the Evening program at Goizueta School of Business, where he continues to develop his leadership and strategic skills. Eric's unique blend of technical and business acumen makes him a valuable resource for anyone looking to grow their ventures in technology and healthcare.
S1E5: Safi Mansoor, UMass Memorial Medical Center
In this episode, we sit with Safi Mansoor, MBA, Program Manager of Data and Analytics at UMass Memorial Medical Center. Safi will take us on a journey through a typical day in the life of a healthcare analytics team and how they work with clinical, operations, finance, and other roles to support their day-to-day decision-making. With his extensive experience in the healthcare industry and deep understanding of data and analytics, Safi will share his insights on how data is used to drive better patient outcomes, improve operational efficiencies, and support financial decision-making. He will also discuss the challenges and opportunities faced by healthcare analytics teams and how they work to overcome them. Join us as we explore the exciting world of healthcare analytics and its role in shaping healthcare's future.
S1E4: Dr. Arif Nazir, BrightSpring Health Services
In this episode of our podcast, we had the privilege of speaking with Dr. Arif Nazir, a board-certified geriatrician and the Chief Medical Officer of Primary Care at BrightSpring Health Services. With a wealth of experience in improving post-acute systems for older patients, Dr. Nazir is a leader in senior care. He's also a respected teacher and researcher, with published work on frail patients and healthcare systems care.
S1E3: Amy Berk, MSN, RN - Value-Based Care and Population Health
Amy Berk MSN, RN, is the Director of Population Health at Microsoft, bringing a wealth of experience in #healthcare strategy and operations to the table. Throughout her career, she has managed complex healthcare projects in 9 countries, delivering outstanding results in clinical and operational performance improvement, efficiency and productivity, and cost reduction.
Amy is also a leading healthcare strategist, creating offerings for value-based care and clinical performance improvement, and has extensive experience in health policy with the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) and the Office of the National Coordinator. In addition, Amy's clinical experience is in cardiology, cardiovascular surgery, and ICU environments. As a guest on our podcast, Amy brings valuable insights and expertise to the conversation, and we're thrilled to have her join us.
#healthcaretrends #digitalstrategy #customerexperience
S1E2: Josh Williams - Aging Innovation and the Healthcare Workforce
In this episode, we spoke with Josh Williams, Director of Strategic Initiatives at CEOc (Louisville Healthcare CEO Council), where he spearheads developing and implementing critical programs that address national healthcare challenges and increase the regional economic vibrancy.
S1E1: Opportunities for Healthcare in 2023
On our first episode, host Zoe Jacobs talks with Raheel Retiwalla, the Chief Strategy Officer of Productive Edge, about technology-related opportunities for healthcare organizations in the coming year.