U.S. Healthcare in 2026: What's Next for System Reform, HealthTech Innovation & Care Coordination

In this episode of The Care We Need podcast, Tenay Benes shares how her background in military intelligence and consulting informs innovative approaches to healthcare, wellness, and human services systems. Professionals will gain actionable insights on applying a “system of systems” perspective to complex care coordination, leveraging AI tools for more effective outcomes, and fostering collaborative recovery communities.Key Takeaways:Applying military intelligence frameworks to healthcare strategyAI-driven solutions for care coordination and provider matchingBuilding sustainable, cross-disciplinary healing communitiesShifting focus from symptom management to root cause resolutionThis discussion highlights practical strategies and technological innovations that healthcare leaders can use to improve patient outcomes, streamline coordination, and strengthen organizational impact.DONATIONS: To support our cause to end the complex illness epidemic in the U.S. or pay it forward to support our next podcast, donate $10 here: https://buy.stripe.com/dRm3cvflvfiE14UdbmaR200RESOURCES:KEYNOTE SPEECHES: Tenay is offering two dynamic keynote speeches:'Winning The War On Complex Illness' geared to help health, wellness, and human services organizations ask the right questions to optimize their teams' cohesion and clients' health outcomes.'Heal or Die' geared to empower complex illness sufferers with the mindset and lessons Tenay used to go from bedridden to thriving in family and business.GO TO: tenaybenes.com/speaker to learn more or book Tenay for your next event.CONSULTING: Consulting Services to help health, wellness, and human services organizations, corporations, and practices optimize their systems to improve client and team outcomes without spending a ton of money or rebuilding from scratch.GO TO: BenesCompanies.com to learn more and submit your request for proposals.HEALTH-TECH LAUNCH: The Care We Need is new platform designed to streamline the matching and intake process for clients and providers alike. Think "Thumbtack for Healthcare"GO TO: BenesCompanies.com to sign up for our newsletter, be the first to know about user testing opportunities, product launch, patient and provider signups, and investment opportunities. BOOKS: We offer several health and wellness education books, including "Heal or Die" by Tenay Benes, for sale on our Amazon storefront here: [https://amzn.to/4bH7vHH]CONTACT:Tenay Benes on LinkedIn or at: [email protected] Benes on LinkedIn or at: [email protected]: We receive a small kickback if you use these links to purchase these products. The opinions expressed by guests on this podcast do not necessarily reflect the opinions of the host or of Benes Companies and does not constitute personalized health advice. To obtain personalized health advice, consult a professional directly.