In this episode, Doug King, Senior VP & CIO at Northwestern Medicine, delves into the transformative role of technology in healthcare. As healthcare systems increasingly integrate cutting-edge technology, how will clinicians adapt? Can AI truly be a reliable "team member" in patient care? As the borders between clinical and consumer data blur, what ethical considerations should be taken into account? Doug argues that the influx of data, while invaluable, also presents the challenge of discerning "signal" from "noise." How should healthcare institutions prepare for this exponential increase in data, and what strategies can help in filtering valuable information? Lastly, when it comes to forming valuable partnerships with vendors, Doug emphasizes the importance of shared mission and culture. Listen in to explore these questions and more.

Key Points:
- Ethical Considerations in AI & data
- Data-driven decisions
- Digital nurses
- Patient digital experience
- Valuable vendor partnerships

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Today on TownHall we are taking another look back at an episode from last year. In this episode, Brett Oliver, CMIO at Baptist Health, spoke with Steven Lane, Practicing Primary Care Physician & Clinical Informaticist of Sutter Health concerning interoperability and his journey into the world of informatics and what started him on that path. How does he see TEFCA and Carequality working together in the future? What does he see as ways to solve data duplication and corrections to errors? How did his introduction to a world of informatics create a hunger for becoming a better physician? Finally, what we all want to know, what is his funny story about decorating his first office?

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Today on TownHall we are looking back at another TownHall episode from last year. In this episode, Jake Lancaster, Chief Medical Information Officer at Baptist Memorial Health Care interviewed Mark Zhang, Associate CMIO at Brigham and Women's Hospital and Medical Director at Brigham Digital Innovation Hub. Launched in 2013, the Hub matchmakes market solutions with internal challenges, accelerates the development, use and commercialization of Brigham-developed solutions, and fosters a culture of digital innovation and collaboration. What does it take to build successful programs and products within an academic medical center? What challenges come up with building things internally? How do you get funding?

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Bob Klein, CEO of Digital Scientists joins Bill for the news. They explore the complexities and advancements of AI in the field of healthcare. How might the landscape of medical services change as AI becomes integrated into daily operations? How will AI make waves in areas as significant as clinical decision support systems? Is AI an aid or a hindrance, a tool for efficiency, or a risk to job security as argued by nurses? Klein grapples with these questions and more, providing a thought-provoking look at where healthcare stands in the wild waters of AI development.

Key Points:
- AI Integration Challenges
- AI in Healthcare Services
- Clinical Decision Support Systems
- Nurse's Perception of AI
- Data Privacy Issues
-The Potential of Personalized Care
- Digital Scientists - https://digitalscientists.com/

News articles:
- Artificial Intelligence May Influence Whether You Can Get Pain Medication
https://kffhealthnews.org/news/article/artificial-intelligence-pain-medication-narx-score/
- Leveraging the power of digital transformation to enhance patient care and healthcare providers’ performance
https://www.healthcareitnews.com/news/leveraging-power-digital-transformation-enhance-patient-care-and-healthcare-providers
- Nurses join striking writers, actors to voice AI concerns
https://www.beckershospitalreview.com/healthcare-information-technology/nurses-join-striking-writers-actors-to-voice-ai-concerns.html

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CIO BJ Moore dives into the innovative strategies undertaken by Providence. How is this leading healthcare organization leveraging external resources, such as their team in India, to enhance 24/7 coverage and agility? How has the move towards single-instance systems like Oracle Cloud and Epic simplified operations? Listen in as Moore unpacks the significance of software engineering muscles in the healthcare space, the continuous journey of data governance, and the transformation brought about by cloud technology and AI in modern healthcare. Can simplification and modernization strategies significantly help healthcare organizations remain agile and patient-centric today?

Key Points:
- Outsourcing in India
- ERP and EHR consolidation
- Need for software engineering
- Cloud technology benefits
- Data governance journey
- Utilizing generative AI

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Today on TownHall we are taking another look back at an episode from last fall. In this episode Sue Schade, Principal at StarBridge Advisors talked with Lisa Stump, SVP, Chief Information & Digital Transformation Officer at Yale New Haven Health System. What are some of her team's current initiatives and how have things changed since the height of the pandemic? What are some of the challenges in dealing with two different constituencies in the university environment and the health system environment? What are some of her key takeaways and successes regarding her involvement with an important leadership development program?

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Today on TownHall, we dive deep into the fascinating story of the Guthrie Clinic's revolutionary Pulse Center. In this episode, Reid Stephan, VP and CIO at St. Lukes speaks with Terri Couts, SVP and Chief Digital Officer at The Guthrie Clinic. In the realm of virtual healthcare delivery, the Pulse Center is breaking barriers in providing patient care across 9,000 square miles. Terri's tale begins from the conceptualization of this center to its rapid materialization and its current success. As a technologist with a nursing background, how did Terri approach the challenge of virtualizing healthcare in a rural setting? How has adopting flexible, scalable technology solutions played into Guthrie Clinic's edge in tackling competition and warding off workforce challenges? Is the rapid transformation of the Pulse Center a reflection of an evolving paradigm in healthcare or a response to the unique demands of the times?

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Jon Kimerle, Global Strategic Healthcare Alliances with Pure Storage joins Bill for the news. They delve into a myriad of topics orbiting around the current tech evolution in healthcare. This ostensible exchange elucidates Jon's evolution from a faith-based healing ministry to becoming a high-ranking technology officer. We also tap into the riveting dialogue on Epic's plans boasted by Judy Faulkner and how those insights sync with Kimerle's own experience with Epic in healthcare. Moreover, we delve into the significance of generative AI in healthcare, and yet the lack of a specific strategy for its adoption in most healthcare facilities. All these discussions spearhead some dynamic reflections: How can technology companies such as Pure Storage concomitantly bolster healthcare? What's the potential of generative AI in an industry that often seems resistant to swift change? Is there a juxtaposition between the demand for AI and the aptitude to implement it for healthcare outcomes?

Key Points:
- Pure Storage Evolution
- Epic's New Plans
- Generative AI
- Healthcare Technology
- Fintech Potential
- Strategic Alliances
- Pure Storage - https://www.purestorage.com/

News articles:
- “We’re in the 1999 of the internet era’: a16z’s Julie Yoo on fintech’s potential and the digital health market”
https://www.healthcaredive.com/news/julie-yoo-andreessen-horowitz-fintech-digital-healthcare/692341/
- Judy Faulkner touts new plans for Epic - (Innovator's Dilemma, Clay Christenson)
https://www.beckershospitalreview.com/ehrs/judy-faulkner-touts-new-plans-for-epic.html?utm_campaign=bhr&utm_source=website&utm_content=readers
- Top 12 things healthcare organizations want in IT vendors, per KLAS
https://www.beckershospitalreview.com/healthcare-information-technology/top-12-things-healthcare-organizations-want-in-it-vendors-per-klas.html?utm_campaign=bhr&utm_source=website&utm_content=most-read
- Health system execs bullish on generative AI, but still lack strategy
https://www.healthcareitnews.com/news/health-system-execs-bullish-generative-ai-still-lack-strategy
- Is artificial intelligence a cybersecurity ally or menace?
https://www.healthcareitnews.com/news/artificial-intelligence-cybersecurity-ally-or-menace

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In this enlightening episode, Bill talks to Scott MacLean, CIO for MedStar Health about the intricacies, challenges, and opportunities presented by AI technology. Scott reflects on the balance between personal and professional life, sharing his own wellness journey as an empty nester and marathon runner. How does Scott's focus on personal health translate into effective leadership in healthcare? What challenges arise when adopting generative AI, especially on the clinical side where issues like PHI and accuracy must be considered? The conversation also delves into Scott's role on the policy steering committee of Chime, an organization evolving with the role of the CIO. How is Chime helping to shape policy in D.C., particularly around issues like unique patient identifiers and rural broadband? Lastly, the discussion pivots to vendor relationships, offering valuable insights for any vendor aiming to work with CIOs.

Key Points:
- AI in Healthcare
- Work-life Balance
- Policy Advocacy
- Vendor Relationships
- Rural Healthcare Challenges

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Today on TownHall Karla Arzola, Chief Information Officer at Rocky Mountain Human Services speaks with Linda Williams, Clinical Manager - Ambulatory Care at Kingman Regional Medical Center. Given the geographical vastness of their rural setting, why did KRMC decide to develop a program specifically for Hepatitis C? How did MEDITECH support KRMC as they developed their program? What are the critical considerations when identifying the need for specialized healthcare programs in a community such as Hepatitis C? How did they promote awareness for the program to make sure patients were getting treatment? What outcomes have they seen after having the program in place for three years? How are they looking to expand into similar approaches?

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