Healthcare Innovation: A Conversation with Rebekah Swain || EP. 171

Laurie McGraw is speaking with Inspiring Woman Rebekah Swain, Vice President of Managed Health Strategy, Planning, and Membership Performance at Advocate Health. Rebekah began her career in healthcare early, an original candy striper volunteer as a teenager and progressing through various roles in healthcare management. Her passion for healthcare stems from witnessing firsthand the impact hospitals have on their communities. Today Rebekah oversees a complex portfolio involving over 600 managed care contracts across six states and a vast network of care delivery sites. Her role focuses on optimizing payer contracts and enhancing membership engagement strategies. She discusses Advocate Health’s initiatives in virtual primary care, hospital-at-home programs, and leveraging AI to improve decision-making and patient outcomes. Rebekah also shares insights on the evolving landscape of healthcare, emphasizing the need for simplicity amidst complexity. She highlights the role of innovation, digital health solutions, and AI in driving better patient engagement and care delivery. Her leadership philosophy centers on empowering women in healthcare leadership roles and advocating for diverse perspectives in decision-making. Advice for others? Continuous learning, embracing challenges, seeking mentorship, and advocating for diversity in shaping a successful career in healthcare management. Rebekah’s insights serve as a guide for aspiring healthcare professionals looking to make a meaningful impact in the industry.