Core Conversations - Episode 8 - Heather Lallo

In this episode of Core Conversations with Natalie Baggio, we sit down with Heather Lallo, Senior Vice President and Corporate Controller at Corewell Health in Southwest Michigan, to explore the powerful connection between finance and patient care. With more than 14 years at Corewell Health and leadership experience across Michigan, Heather shares how financial decisions directly impact access to care, technology investments, and the long-term sustainability of health care in Southwest Michigan. She highlights a $15 million renovation of the inpatient behavioral health unit in St. Joseph, Michigan, offering insight into how strategic investments improve patient outcomes and keep essential services close to home. Together, Natalie and Heather discuss the challenges facing today’s health care landscape and how thoughtful financial stewardship ensures Corewell Health can continue reinvesting in its people, facilities, and services for years to come.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.