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CareTalk: Healthcare. Unfiltered.

CareTalk: Healthcare. Unfiltered.

CareTalk: Healthcare. Unfiltered. is a weekly podcast that provides an incisive, no B.S. view of the US healthcare industry. Join co-hosts John Driscoll (President U.S. Healthcare and EVP, Walgreens Boots Alliance) and David Williams (President, Health Business Group) as they debate the latest in US healthcare news, business and policy. Visit us at www.CareTalkPodcast.com

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6:47

Improving Health System Access and Capacity w/...

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2025/01/01

Send us a textHealth systems are constantly struggling with capacity constraints.But what if they already had all the capacity they needed and just needed to tap into it? In this episode of HealthBiz Briefs, Derek Streat, Co-Founder and CEO of DexCare, shares how health leaders can unlock hidden capacity by using data from patients, providers, and health systems to deliver care more efficiently.This episode is brought to you by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at https://betterhelp.com/caretalk

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26:31

2025 Healthcare Policy Predictions

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2024/12/27

Send us a text2024 shook up the healthcare world, and 2025 is gearing up to be just as transformative.With big changes coming from the new Administration, the AI boom taking healthcare by storm, and the rapid rise of GLP-1s, next year is shaping up to be a wild ride.Join David E. Williams and John Driscoll on CareTalk as they dust off their crystal ball and explore what’s in store for healthcare in 2025!This episode is brought to you by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at

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5:57

Overcoming Challenges in Speech with AAC w/ Smartbox...

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2024/12/26

Send us a textSpeech is something many of us take for granted, but for millions in the disability community, it can be a daily source of struggle and frustration.Augmentative and alternative communication (AAC) tools, such as sign language, are essential for those with speech disabilities to communicate. What if technology could help give a voice to those in need?In this episode of HealthBiz Briefs, Dougal Hawes, CEO of Smartbox Assistive Technology, explores how their AAC technology is empowering

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27:50

Closing the Healthcare Admin Gap with AI w/ Abdel...

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2024/12/20

Send us a textAdministrative hassles and mountains of paperwork remain some of the biggest challenges in healthcare today.Every day, critical time and resources are diverted from doctors, nurses, and other medical staff to navigate inefficient prior authorizations and overwhelming paperwork. Isn't it time we find a better solution?In this episode of CareTalk, David E. Williams and John Driscoll sit down with Anterior Founder and CEO Abdel Mahmoud to explore the burden of administrative tasks on

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5:35

Promoting Superior Patient-Centered Hernia Care

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2024/12/18

Send us a textHernia surgery is one of the most common procedures, but the quality of care and post-op treatment can vary widely.What’s behind these variations, and how can we ensure better care for patients?In this episode of HealthBiz Briefs, Dr. Michael Reinhorn and Dr. Nora Fullington dive into the challenges of hernia surgery and explain how Boston Hernia is raising the bar with patient-centered care and improved outcomes.This episode is brought to you by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try

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26:40

The Path to Building Stronger Primary Care w/ Kate...

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2024/12/13

Send us a textPrimary care is the foundation of a strong healthcare system, but it faces mounting challenges, from workforce shortages to reimbursement struggles. Is advanced primary care the solution and what would that model look like?In this episode of CareTalk, David E. Williams and John Driscoll sit down with Dr. Kate Goodrich, Chief Medical Officer of Humana, to explore the critical role of primary care and how it must evolve to meet the growing demands of patients, providers, and the

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6:51

Transforming Health Data into Health Improvement w/...

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2024/12/11

Send us a textWe’re living in an era where health data is more accessible than ever.From lab results to wearable devices like the Apple Watch, there is an overwhelming amount of health information available. However, the real challenge lies in unlocking the potential of this data to drive transformative health improvements for both patients and providers.In this episode of HealthBiz Briefs, guest Richard Kedziora, Co-Founder and COO of Estenda, discusses how they are leveraging health data to

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24:46

The Cost Crisis of Weight Loss Drugs

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2024/12/06

Send us a textGLP-1 medications like Novo Nordisk's Wegovy and Ozempic are taking the market by storm.With demand soaring, many patients are realizing these medications are either not being covered or simply too expensive.Is this all due to provider greed or is the issue more complicated?In this episode of CareTalk, David E. Williams and John Driscoll discuss how the growing demand for weight-loss drugs is creating a conundrum for providers, forcing them to decide between avoiding the costs a...

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6:05

Empowering Patient Access with Self-Scheduling w/...

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2024/12/04

Send us a textEver tried to schedule a doctor’s appointment, only to be stuck on hold for what feels like forever?You’re not alone. A lot of Americans feel the same frustration.Could there be a better way to take control of scheduling?In this episode of HealthBiz Briefs, Relatient CEO Jeff Gartland explains why self-scheduling is still a novel concept in medicine and how its implementation can improve patient access while increasing appointment volumes for providers.This episode is brought to you by

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18:02

Unlocking Personalized Medicine Through AI Data w/...

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2024/11/29

Send us a textWhat if you could get personalized medical solutions tailored exactly to your needs, diagnosis, and even genetics?Personalized medicine may have sounded like a pipe dream a few years ago, but it’s fast becoming a major sector of the industry.In this episode of CareTalk, David Williams and John Driscoll sit down with Bradley Bostic, Founder and CEO of hc1 and managing director at Health Cloud Capital, to explore how diagnostics and AI are transforming personalized healthcare through

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5:57

Improving Advanced Care Planning with Video w/ MIDEO...

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2024/11/27

Send us a textMany patients want to have a say in their medical care, especially when it comes to end-of-life decisions.Despite this, only a third of U.S. adults have completed any form of advance care directive.Even for those who do plan ahead, traditional paper-based advance directives often face challenges like misinterpretation or even being ignored altogether.Could video-recorded directives be the answer?In this episode of HealthBiz Briefs, MIDEO CEO Dr. Ferdinando Mirarchi sheds light on the

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25:14

Improving Employee Access to Better Healthcare w/...

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2024/11/22

Send us a textWord-of-mouth recommendations are great for picking a restaurant or movie, but are they the best way to find a doctor?What if there was a better way to use data to find the right doctor every time?In this episode of CareTalk, David Williams talks with Nick Reber, Founder and CEO of Garner Health, about how they’re leveraging detailed data, including physician history and patient outcomes, to match patients with high-quality doctors.This episode is brought to you by BetterHelp. Give

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7:03

Turning Fragmented Cancer Data into Actionable...

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2024/11/20

Send us a textCancer moves fast. Patients and their medical teams need to move faster.A study by Q-Centrix revealed that many hospitals face an unacceptable year-long data backlog in oncology.When crucial data about diagnosis, staging, and treatments gets held up, it can cost patients valuable time, resources, and treatment opportunities.In the latest episode of HealthBiz Briefs, guest Karen Schmidt, VP Oncology Market Lead at Q-Centrix, discusses why accurate and timely data is critical in cancer

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12:34

How Will We Make America Healthy Again?

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2024/11/15

Send us a textWith the election decided and over, Americans are looking at Republicans to make good on their campaign promises.One important promise to voters was to make America healthy again.But what does this agenda entail?And what impacts can we expect to see in healthcare?In this episode of CareTalk, David E. Williams and John Driscoll discuss the framework of Make America Healthy Again, covering what they have right, what they have wrong, and how it is set to change healthcare.This episode is

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Transforming Diagnostic Labs Into Strategic Assets w/...

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2024/11/13

Send us a textThere’s no shortage of data in healthcare.But when it comes to deeper insights into patients’ futures and provider costs, the industry is sorely lacking.Is it possible to unlock this data and create both better patient outcomes and more profits for providers?In this episode of HealthBiz Briefs, guest Brad Bostic, chairman and CEO of hc1, dives into the role of diagnostic testing labs and the ability to turn them into strategic assets by identifying risks before they become dangerous

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26:17

Rare Disease Parenting and The Power of Community w/...

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2024/11/08

Send us a textReceiving a rare genetic disease diagnosis for yourself or a loved one is devastating news, especially when the diagnosed is a child.For families, navigating the challenges of these diagnoses requires more than just medical care, it takes a strong, compassionate support system.In this episode of CareTalk, David E. Williams and John Driscoll sit down with Effie Parks to dive into the critical role of community during a rare disease diagnosis and the strong support system that has

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5:38

Streamlining Clinical Compliance with AI w/ Guardoc...

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2024/11/06

Send us a textNurses' primary job is to care for their patients, but often that valuable time is taken away with administrative tasks. Charting and other nonpatient activities stretch limited working hours and frequently pull nurses away from patients’ bedside.The result, is worse care, declining patient safety, and error-ridden-charts.In this week’s episode of HealthBiz Briefs, guest Hadassah Backman, CEO of Guardoc Health, shares how they’re reducing nursing errors by streamlining tasks like

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24:34

Medical Gaslighting and the Power of Self-Advocacy w/...

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2024/11/01

Send us a textMedical gaslighting is when a provider shirks a patient’s concerns and leaves them without a diagnosis or treatment plan.Unfortunately, this experience is all too common for patients, especially women.So, how can patients tackle the problem and get the care they need?In this episode of CareTalk, David E. Williams and John Driscoll meet with guest Ilana Jacqueline, patient advocate and author of “Medical Gaslighting,” to discuss why medical gaslighting occurs and what patients can do to

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Safeguarding Patient Health Data with AI Solutions w/...

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2024/10/30

Send us a textTheoretically, having a full view of a patient’s medical records could lead to more personalized treatment, stronger data security, and new research breakthroughs.But in practice? That’s a tall order.Could AI be the solution?In this episode of HealthBiz Briefs, Bo Holland, Founder and CEO of All Clear ID, talks about the risks patients face with medical record security and the critical task of helping patients easily navigate and control their health data.This episode is brought to you

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25:51

Is the AI Bubble Ready to Burst? w/ Ed Zitron

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2024/10/25

Send us a textAs AI becomes more integrated into our lives, many believe it will revolutionize nearly every industry, with healthcare being one of them. Ed Zitron is not one of those people.In this episode of CareTalk, David Williams speaks with Ed Zitron, CEO of EZPR, on why he believes AI is a bubble ready to burst and the ramifications of AI on everything from patient care to climate change.This episode is brought to you by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at https://betterhelp.com/caretalk

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