Patient Journey Pioneers

Ever wondered about the story behind Petunia, the unicorn gracing HLTH's promotional content?
Dive into this episode of Patient Journey Pioneers to meet some of the masterminds of this industry event — HLTH's Head of Content, Amanda Ciccatelli, HLTH's Head of Marketing, Allen Yesilevich, and HLTH's Creative Director, Mike Hoefler. They and their teams are working endlessly behind the scenes towards one of the most awaited healthcare events taking place this October in Las Vegas. Hear about the exciting 2023 additions, from the innovative media village to show-stopping live acts and unforgettable, insta-worthy photo ops being bult as we speak. With appearances by icons such as Petunia, Fat Joe, and Ashanti, this episode is essential listening for HLTH attendees aiming to be in-the-know.
Show notes:

• Learn more about HLTH Conference
• Follow Amanda on LI
• Follow Allen on LI
• Follow Michael on LI

In this episode, we bring you an insightful conversation with Gretchen Britt, Vice President Information Technology at Liberty Hospital. Join us as we delve into Liberty Hospital’s unwavering commitment to patient-centered care. Gretchen shares her remarkable journey from a certified nurse aide to an IT leader, highlighting the importance of understanding end-user needs and providing meaningful training within the healthcare organization for a seamless workflow. Discover how Liberty Hospital empowers their clinicians by relieving administrative burdens and embracing the latest technology trends. Get a glimpse into the future of healthcare technology, where automation, AI, and machine learning play a pivotal role in enabling clinicians to focus on delivering exceptional patient care.
Learn more:

• Follow Gretchen on Linkedin
• Learn more about Liberty Hospital

In this thought-provoking episode, we sit down with Omkar Kulkarni, Vice President, Chief Transformation Officer, and Chief Digital Officer at CHLA. We delve into the challenges faced in pediatric healthcare innovation and how to address them effectively, the importance of prioritizing practical impact, and finding solutions that improve the patient journey as they are doing in their recent projects, KidsX and Digital Health Lab.
Explore the potential of staff optimization and automation in healthcare, and soak in valuable advice all healthcare executives should consider. Looking toward the future, this conversation unveils exciting possibilities for pediatric healthcare and the role of innovation in providing value-oriented care.
Show notes:

• Follow Omkar on Linkedin
• Learn more about CHLA

In this episode, we sit down with Professor Sam Shah, a renowned expert in digital health. Sam discusses the pressing issue of access to healthcare and the need for digital solutions to empower patients. He shares insights on the challenges of obesity and weight loss, highlighting the importance of a holistic approach that combines medicine, diet, exercise, and digital health interventions, while also touching on the concept of digital coaching for weight loss and how it can effectively support individuals on their behavior change journey.
Sam emphasizes the need for personalized experiences and the integration of rewards and positive reinforcement to motivate individuals to achieve their goals. We address the issue of digital accessibility and why health system leaders should prioritize measuring digital penetration and patient-reported outcome measures. Sam also advocates for adopting user-centered design principles from other industries to improve healthcare services and make them more engaging and user-friendly. Join the journey as we explore the intersection of digital health and patient empowerment.
Show notes:

• Follow Sam on Linkedin
• Learn more about Numan

In this episode of Patient Journey Pioneers, we welcome Sarah Richardson, President of the 229 Executive Development Community. Sarah shares her extensive journey in healthcare IT, her experiences in various leadership roles, and her passion for manifesting career dreams. She discusses the evolving role of the CIO, the importance of human-centered design in healthcare, and key digital health initiatives she spearheaded as former CIO of Tivity Health. The conversation also delves into cybersecurity, AI in healthcare, and the significance of patient-centered solutions.