Podcast

Newsday

Hosted by Bill Russell, Drex DeFord, Sarah Richardson

A weekly roundup of the biggest healthcare IT news stories. Bill Russell, Drex DeFord, and Sarah Richardson discuss the headlines and what they mean for the industry.

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Episodes (204)

Aug 14, 2024·Newsday

Newsday: Crowdstrike and Delta Responsibility and Growth by Simplification with David Ting

August 14, 2024: David Ting , Founder and CTO at Tausight joins Bill for the news. The discussion revolves around the recent CrowdStrike incident, raising critical questions about the vulnerabilities in kernel-level coding and the rigorous testing needed to prevent such widespread disruptions. How should CIOs balance the need for rapid deployment with the risks of untested releases? The conversation further explores the intricate architecture of healthcare systems, the increasing interdependency

Aug 7, 2024·Newsday

Newsday: AI Leadership Questions, CrowdStrike Impact, and Evolution of the CISO with Laura O’Toole

August 7, 2024: Laura O’Toole , CEO at SureTest joins Bill for the news. How are health systems adapting to the changing demands of RPA, and what strategies are being employed to build centers of excellence around automation? The discussion also touches on the profound impact of recent cybersecurity incidents, including the CrowdStrike breach, prompting a reevaluation of cloud strategies and the essential skills needed for CISOs in the current environment. Additionally, the conversation explores

Jul 26, 2024·Newsday

Newsday: Unified Endpoints, Rising Ransomware, and Human in the Loop with Michael Robinson

July 26, 2024: Michael Robinson , VP of Healthcare Solutions for the Americas at Omnissa , joins Bill for the news. They delve into the current state of cybersecurity in healthcare, emphasizing the rise in ransomware demands and the crucial need for mature security postures in health systems. How can health systems better manage the increasing threat vectors from device proliferation? What role does AI play in enhancing security measures, and how effective is the adoption of zero-trust architect

Jul 22, 2024·Newsday

Newsday: Cloud Integration, Change Management, and Communication with Melissa Pettigrew

July 22, 2024: Melissa Pettigrew , Strategic Engagement Manager at Rackspace , joins Bill for the news. They explore the rise of cloud integration in healthcare and its impact on hosting critical applications like Epic. What role does effective change management play in driving successful digital transformations? How can health systems overcome strategic alignment issues and avoid scope creep? The discussion delves into the communication challenges between technology and business units and the i

Jul 17, 2024·Newsday

Newsday: EPIC’s Global Growth, Ambient Advancements, and Building for the Future with Steven Hendrick

July 17, 2024: Steven Hendrick , SVP of Implementation and Selection at Healthlink Advisors , joins Bill for the news. They explore the growing dominance of EPIC as the leading EHR system worldwide. What will the EHR landscape look like in 10 years, and how will AI and ambient listening technology advancements revolutionize patient care? As they discuss the potential for cameras and microphones in patient rooms, the conversation shifts to ethical and logistical implications of such surveillance.

Jul 8, 2024·Newsday

Newsday: Conversational AI, Patient Portals, and Navigating ROI with Scott D'Entremont

July 8, 2024: Scott D'Entremont , Chief Revenue Officer at Parlance , joins Bill for the news. They explore the persistent preference for voice communication among patients despite advancements in AI chatbots, asking if the healthcare system is ready to embrace generative AI for improving patient experiences. The conversation delves into the challenges of integrating new technologies with existing systems, questioning how healthcare can balance automation and personalization. The discussion also

Jul 1, 2024·Newsday

Newsday: IT Preparedness, Data Breaches, and Apple's Privacy Moves with David Ting

July 1, 2024: David Ting , CTO and Founder of Tausight , joins Bill for the news. They delve into the ramifications of recent data breaches, particularly focusing on the CDK Global breach affecting car dealerships and its parallels to healthcare vulnerabilities. How prepared is healthcare for extended IT outages in critical sectors? David explores the Champion/Challenger model as a proactive strategy, questioning the cost and benefit of maintaining redundant systems. They further discuss the imp

Jun 10, 2024·Newsday

Newsday: Epic's GitHub Move, AI Education, and Productivity in Healthcare with Sarah Richardson

June 10, 2024: Sarah Richardson , President of Exec Development at This Week Health , joins Bill for the news. They discuss Epic's groundbreaking move to release an open-source AI validation tool on GitHub, questioning what this signifies for AI equity and usability in health systems. The conversation delves into the challenges CIOs face in proving ROI for AI investments, prompting us to consider how governance and data quality play pivotal roles in successful AI integration. Sarah's insights on

May 28, 2024·Newsday

Newsday: Retail Retreat from Healthcare, GLP-1 Medications, and Cybersecurity Challenge with Lindsey Jarrell

May 27, 2024: Lindsey Jarrell , CEO of Healthlink Advisors , explores the dynamic intersections of retail giants and healthcare delivery. As companies like Walmart and Walgreens retract from healthcare ventures, what implications does this have for patient care and the industry's structural resilience? They delve into the complexities of healthcare economics, discussing the potential of GLP-1 medications in shifting healthcare paradigms towards chronic disease management. Are these developments

May 20, 2024·Newsday

Newsday: Hybrid Clouds, Vendor Lock-in, and IT Cost Efficiency with PV SubbaRao

May 20, 2024: In today's episode of Keynote, PV SubbaRao , SVP at Rackspace Technology , explores the dynamic shifts in IT outsourcing and cloud security. They delve into the evolution of cloud services, discussing how the interplay of automation, AI, and multi-cloud strategies can optimize healthcare operations. What does doing "more with less" truly mean in the context of current IT frameworks? How can healthcare leaders navigate the delicate balance between best-of-breed approaches and the po

May 13, 2024·Newsday

Newsday: The Progression and Potential of AI with David Ting

May 13, 2024: David Ting , CTO at Tausight joins Bill for the news. Ting dives into the fascinating world of AI, cybersecurity, and healthcare through an engaging discussion that leaves audiences pondering: what untapped potential lies within our vast reservoirs of healthcare data? How can AI catalyze greater advancements in cybersecurity and make our digital world safer? As we navigate the intricate landscape of AI-driven technology in healthcare, what is the future we're heading toward? This c

May 6, 2024·Newsday

Newsday: The EHR Upsides & Pitfalls with Laura O'Toole of SureTest

May 6, 2024: Laura O’Toole , CEO at SureTest joins Bill for the news. She propounds on a myriad of subjects rooted deeply in our current tech-healthcare ecosystem. As they probe into the AI labyrinth, could they be overlooking the persisting inaccuracies? How is the role of AI shaping up in data governance amid the accelerated pace of technology? Is the regulatory burden in healthcare stifling innovation or serving as the checks and balances for it? As they ponder upon these, they also deliberat