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Podcasts Hosted by Bill Russell, Sarah Richardson, and Drex DeFord
In-depth interviews with healthcare CIOs, CISOs, and technology leaders. Bill Russell explores the decisions, strategies, and innovations shaping healthcare transformation.
Feb 26, 2024·Newsday
February 26, 2024: Drex DeFord , President of Cyber and Risk Community at This Week Health , joins Bill for the news. They explore the impact of cybersecurity on healthcare, illustrated by the shutdown of LockBit ransomware operations, and the implications for the industry. How does the arrest of cyber criminals and the seizure of decryption keys alter the landscape of health IT security, and what does it signify for future cybersecurity strategies? The conversation shifts to the nuances of heal
Feb 23, 2024·The 229 Podcast
February 23, 2024: Christian Carmody , CTO & SVP at UPMC , delves into the profound transformation of analytics and data use within healthcare, tracing the journey from the late 1990s to the present day. How has the advent of cloud technology redefined the way healthcare data is processed, and what does this mean for patient care? They explore the significant shift from traditional, time-consuming data aggregation methods to the rapid, cloud-enabled processes that now support predictive mode
Feb 22, 2024·The 229 Podcast
February 22, 2024: Amid ongoing growth and technological advancements, CEO of SureTest , Laura O'Toole , discusses the company's significant progress over the past year, including strategic partnerships and client successes with automation in healthcare testing. SureTest, known for its innovative EHR testing platform, has expanded its library and improved its services to save healthcare systems countless hours and resources. The solution, designed to streamline EHR and third-party application te
Feb 21, 2024·The 229 Podcast
February 21, 2024: In this stirring episode, they delve into the extraordinary life and legacy of Alex Scott, who at the tender age of four, chose to combat childhood cancer with a lemonade stand. We welcome Liz Scott, her mother and Co-Executive Director of the foundation born from Alex's dream, Alex's Lemonade Stand Foundation. This one-of-a-kind charity continues Alex's mission of raising funds for cancer research. Throughout our conversation with Liz, we raise pertinent questions, exploring
Feb 19, 2024·Newsday
February 19, 2024: Lindsey Jarrell , CEO at Healthlink Advisors , joins Bill for the news. How can healthcare organizations better prepare for and defend against sophisticated cyber attacks, like the one involving a deepfake CFO that led to a significant financial loss? What strategies should health IT leaders adopt to ensure their operations remain robust and responsive to the ever-evolving demands of healthcare delivery? With the financial landscape of healthcare institutions showing signs of
Feb 16, 2024·The 229 Podcast
February 16, 2024: In this keynote episode of This Week Health, Seth Hain , SVP of R&D at Epic , delves into the transformative power of ambient technologies in healthcare and the profound impact of artificial intelligence on patient care and clinician experience. They explore the nuances of integrating AI into healthcare workflows, from the reduction of menial tasks to the enhancement of patient-physician interactions. How does AI already contribute to healthcare efficiency, and what does t
Feb 12, 2024·Newsday
February 12, 2024: Wes Wright , Chief Healthcare Officer at Ordr , joins Bill for the news. As we tread the path of progress, how far have we come since the introduction of meaningful use in healthcare? Has healthcare effectively capitalized on the digital wave set in motion by the electronic health records (EHR)? These questions form the crux of our conversations as they discuss the origin, trajectory, and the potential future of healthcare security. The advent of AI has undoubtedly catapulted
Feb 9, 2024·The 229 Podcast
February 9th, 2024: In this episode of This Week Health Dr. Kevin Maloy , Assistant Professor of Emergency Medicine at Georgetown University School of Medicine . As they explore the innovative applications of OpenAI API in medical projects, questions arise about the potential of conversational technologies to redefine patient engagement and the traditional call center model. How can the integration of AI in call centers shift the focus towards patient-oriented outcomes? With the advent of GPT an
Feb 5, 2024·Newsday
February 5th, 2024: Samuel Hill , Head of Marketing at This Week Health , joins Bill for the news. They discuss the commoditization of IT roles and the critical need for strategic connectivity in healthcare systems. How can IT departments transition from being seen as commodity services to strategic partners in healthcare? The conversation then shifts to the importance of cybersecurity in patient safety and healthcare availability, introducing Drex DeFord's new role in leading the cybersecurity
Feb 1, 2024·The 229 Podcast
February 2, 2024: In this special keynote of This Week Health , Bill Russell converses with Drex DeFord , the newly appointed president of the 229 Project, Risk and Security. They delve into Drex’s new role at This Week Health and the evolving landscape of cybersecurity in healthcare, discussing its challenges and innovative solutions. The conversation pivots to the importance of community and collaboration in the field, underscoring the critical role of shared knowledge and experience in advanc
Jan 29, 2024·Newsday
January 29, 2024: Laura O’Toole , CEO at SureTest joins Bill for the news. They discuss the challenging landscape for startups, emphasizing the shift from rapid growth to profitability and its impact on venture capital and business sustainability. How are companies like SureTest navigating these changes while maintaining growth and profitability? What does the future hold for healthcare IT in terms of investment, client expectations, and the evolving role of technology in healthcare delivery? Th
Jan 26, 2024·The 229 Podcast
January 26, 2024: Hal Baker , CIO of Wellspan Health , joins Bill to explore the dynamic interplay between technology and patient care, focusing on the integration of electronic health records, ambient listening technologies, and AI advancements. How is Wellspan Health harnessing these technologies to enhance patient experience and clinical efficiency? What insights can Dr. Baker provide from his extensive career in healthcare? The discussion also navigates the challenges and opportunities of im
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