Straight Outta Health IT

00:42:59

Authentic AF: Leading Without the Filter

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2025/09/02

Authentic leadership is about alignment, not performance.In this episode of Straight Outta Health IT, Dawn Whitney, Founder and CEO of ElevateX Leadership Collective, shares how her 30 years of entrepreneurial and executive experience led her to create a coaching model rooted in intentionality, transformation, and mental health. She explains why many leaders wear masks of relevance and self-worth, and how ElevateX helps them break free from limiting beliefs.Dawn highlights the difference between

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00:35:42

From White Coat to Webcam: The Rise of the Virtualist...

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2025/08/26

The rise of the “virtualist” is reshaping how healthcare is delivered.In this episode of Straight Out of Health IT, Dr. Lyle Berkowitz, Founder and CEO of KeyCare, shares how his platform is building a future for physicians who choose to practice primarily in telehealth. He explains how flexibility, reduced bureaucracy, and expanded insurance coverage have fueled this trend, especially for working parents, frequent travelers, and semi-retired doctors. While some critics point to limits in physical

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00:52:30

Trigger Points: Predicting and Preventing Firearm...

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2025/08/19

Firearm-related suicides are a hidden public health emergency driven by social despair and systemic inequities.In this episode of Straight Out of Health IT, WellLink’s Brian Lane, President and CEO, and Dr. Kim Byas, Vice President of Community Engagement and Impact, share how the Center for Health Affairs in Cleveland partnered with AWS to launch a groundbreaking Social Determinants of Health Innovation Hub. Using clean, harmonized data and predictive modeling, their team has uncovered powerful

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00:47:51

The Fiscal Futurist: How CFIOs Are Driving Smarter...

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2025/08/12

A crucial aspect of alleviating suffering in healthcare involves addressing systemic inefficiencies that make a clinician’s job harder than it needs to be. In this episode, Dr. Carla Haack, a surgeon turned Chief Financial Informatics Officer, shares her unique journey and explains how her role connects clinical excellence, data, and financial strategy. She illustrates how resolving technological and financial pain points can directly reduce burnout and improve care. Dr. Haack also explores the

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00:55:24

Disruptors and Innovators - Interviews from TX HIMSS...

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2025/07/29

The future of healthcare will be shaped not just by technology, but by the courage to lead through uncertainty, reimagine outdated systems, and humanize innovation from the inside out.In this special episode from the Texas HIMSS Regional Conference, host Christopher Kunney is joined by three dynamic guests. Marcos Bosche shares how scaling healthcare companies can break free from fragmented systems with customized AI architecture. Dr. Justin Collier reflects on his personal journey from clinical

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00:38:53

Creating Tech That Cares: A Conversation with Dr....

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2025/06/30

As our population ages, are we designing technology that truly meets their needs, or just what we think they need?In this episode of Straight Out of Health IT, Dr. Jennifer Boger, Chief Scientific Officer at ESGai Technologies, shares how her love for problem-solving and a personal connection to dementia led her into engineering and health technology. She underscores the flaws in current healthcare systems, particularly their focus on acute care over prevention and quality of life, and calls for a

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00:37:57

“People Worth Caring About: The Truth About Long-Term...

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2025/06/16

What does the way we treat our elders and caregivers say about us as a society?In this episode of Straight Out of Health IT, Peter Murphy Lewis, filmmaker and healthcare advocate, explores the urgent challenges facing long-term care in the U.S., including underfunded facilities, a shrinking workforce, low caregiver wages, and a rapidly aging population. Long-term care is a reflection of how society values its elders and caregivers, emphasizing the growing need for reform as millions more Americans

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00:36:31

The Final Chapter: Gil Bashe on Love, Loss, and...

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2025/05/19

Humanity, empathy, and respecting patient wishes are paramount when navigating the complexities of end-of-life care. In this episode of Straight Outta Health IT, Gil Bashe, Chair of Global Health and Purpose for FINN Partners, delves into these sensitive topics. Drawing from his unique background as a combat medic, ordained clergy member, and health innovation advocate, Gil discusses the crucial, yet often misunderstood, differences between palliative care, hospice care, and end-of-life planning. He

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00:37:54

Unfiltered: Kat McDavitt & Lisa Bari on What’s Broken...

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2025/05/06

What does it really take to lead in healthcare policy and data innovation as a woman, and how do we navigate the power, pitfalls, and politics that come with it?In this episode of Straight Out of Health IT, Kat McDavitt, President of Insenna, and Lisa Bari, former CEO of Civitas Networks for Health, reflected on their personal experiences as young women in executive roles, highlighting gender-based challenges in the workplace. Kat described her transition from a female-dominated PR consultancy to a

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00:41:20

“INTEROPERABILITY” Still a Dirty Word in Healthcare?...

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2025/04/14

Is FHIR the key to seamless healthcare interoperability? Let’s discuss its impact on AI, security, and patient care.In this episode, Dr. Ambreén Zaman-Riaz, a physician, healthcare innovator, and leadership expert, as well as the co-founder of Uppshot Lifesciences and host of the Leadership in Medicine Podcast, and our host, Christopher Kunney, a distinguished healthcare technology strategist, serving as Managing Partner and Digital Transformation Strategist at IOTECH Consulting and host of the

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00:25:11

Alex Mihailidis - Canada's Agetech Rockstar

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2025/04/07

As our global population ages at an unprecedented rate, the question isn’t just how we care for older adults; it’s how technology can help them live independently and with dignity.In this episode of Straight Out of Health IT, Dr. Alex Mihailidis, Vice-Chair of Research at the AGE-WELL Board of Directors, discusses the global challenge of an aging population and the role of technology in addressing healthcare and daily living needs. Dr. Mihailidis highlights key issues such as rising healthcare

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00:18:24

Interview from VIVE 2025 Conference - Christopher...

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2025/03/31

Access to quality healthcare shouldn't depend on your zip code, yet for many underserved communities, barriers remain.In this episode of Straight Out of Health IT, Christopher Kunney interviewed Christopher Cruttenden, CEO of Safety Net Connect (SNC), a company providing digital healthcare tools like eConsult to improve access to specialty care for underserved populations. SNC connects medical, behavioral, and social service providers to enhance equitable healthcare access. Cruttenden

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00:36:49

Crossing the Digital Divide - Addressing the Digital...

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2025/03/18

In a world where technology has the power to transform healthcare, the digital divide continues to leave millions behind, how can we bridge the gap to ensure equitable access for all?In this episode of Straight Out of Health IT, Dr. Patty Mechael, co-founder and CEO of health.enabled, explores the digital divide in healthcare, emphasizing the challenges posed by digital determinants of health. Dr. Mechael highlights key barriers such as inadequate connectivity, limited access to devices, and

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00:27:09

"Clear as Mud" - The State price transparency in the...

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2025/02/18

Price transparency in healthcare is essential for providing patients with clear, upfront costs of medical services, empowering them to make informed financial decisions.In this episode of Straight Out of Health IT, Dr. Jonathan Kaplan, founder and CEO of BuildMyHealth, explains how their new platform DrWell addresses this challenge by offering real-time cash-pay price transparency, connecting patients directly with providers to ensure both affordability and continuity of care. Historically,

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00:21:58

Money, Motivation, and Medicine: A New Approach to...

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2025/02/10

Imagine a healthcare solution that not only motivates patients to take charge of their health but also tackles the toughest challenges faced by our most vulnerable communities.In this episode of Straight Out of Health IT, Matthew Swanson, co-founder and CEO of Reciprocity Health, Incorporated, shares insights into how his company is transforming healthcare by combining behavioral health economics and digital tools. Founded in 2020, Reciprocity Health focuses on improving patient activation in

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00:34:24

Navigating the Complexities of Government Funded...

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2025/01/21

Addressing the complex challenges within Medicaid and Medicare requires a holistic approach focused on data-driven solutions, workforce diversity, and an integrated system of care that prioritizes individual needs and promotes health equity. In this episode, Ashley Gray, Vice President at Sirona Strategies, discusses the future of Medicaid, Medicare, and other government healthcare programs. She explores the sustainability of Medicaid, given rising healthcare costs and an aging population,

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00:43:57

Highlights from envisAGE 2024 Forum

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2025/01/14

As Canada faces the realities of a rapidly aging population, groundbreaking collaborations like MEDTEQ+, AGE-WELL, and the envisAGE program are revolutionizing how we support older adults and caregivers through innovative health technologies.In this episode of Straight Out of Health IT, host Christopher Kunney highlights conversations he had at the envisAGE 2024 forum, addressing the challenges of Canada’s aging population through innovation, collaboration, and equitable access to

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00:35:00

Understanding Clinician Burnout - Maiysha Clairborne

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2024/12/16

Burnout among healthcare professionals isn’t just a buzzword.In this episode of Straight Out of Health IT, Dr. Maiysha Clairborne, a physician and transformational coach, shares her personal experience with burnout early in her career, which led her to shift from clinical medicine to helping healthcare professionals prevent and recover from burnout. She highlights burnout’s key characteristics: physical, mental, and emotional exhaustion, depersonalization, and a sense of futility, where clinicians

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00:35:20

The ABC's of Leadership with Nora Osman

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2024/12/10

What does it take to inspire trust, lead boldly through challenges, and foster genuine connections in a rapidly evolving world?In this episode of Straight Out of Health IT, Nora Osman, CEO of Norvana, shares her leadership journey, highlighting her focus on empowering others and delivering exceptional customer experiences. She emphasizes the importance of integrating people, processes, and technology, assigning 50% of success to people, 30% to processes, and 20% to technology. Her leadership

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00:28:17

Resilience in the Face of Adversity: A Conversation...

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2024/12/02

Resiliency is built through open-mindedness, reflection, and learning from the experiences and feedback of others. In this episode, Terry Healey, a motivational speaker, author, and fibrosarcoma cancer survivor, discusses his challenging journey navigating a rare and aggressive cancer diagnosis in his early twenties. He shares the physical and emotional toll of his treatment, including the removal of parts of his face and the subsequent reconstruction surgeries. Terry emphasizes the importance of

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