MedCity Moves

In the first portion of the episode, I talked about some executive moves and layoffs occurring in November in the healthcare world. During the second portion of the episode, I interviewed Claire Zangerle, who was just appointed as chief nurse executive at the American Hospital Association and CEO of its American Organization for Nursing Leadership.   Episode Resources Connect with Katie Adams https://medcitynews.com/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/katie-adams-450775141 [email protected] Connect with Claire Zangerle https://www.linkedin.com/in/clairezangerle/ 

In the first portion, I gave a rundown of executive moves and layoffs that recently occurred in the healthcare world. In the second portion, I interviewed Amy Abernethy, co-founder of a new startup named Highlander Health.   Episode Resources Connect with Katie Adams https://medcitynews.com/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/katie-adams-450775141 [email protected] Connect with Amy Abernethy https://www.linkedin.com/in/amyabernethy/  

During the first portion of the episode, I gave a rundown of executive appointments, retirements, promotions and layoffs that took place in the healthcare world in September. In the second portion, I interview Dr. Jayne Morgan, who recently became vice president of medical affairs at Hello Heart. Episode Resources Connect with Katie Adams https://medcitynews.com/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/katie-adams-450775141 [email protected] Connect with Dr. Jayne Morgan https://www.linkedin.com/in/jaynemorgan/ 

In the first portion, I gave a rundown of healthcare executive moves and layoffs. In the second portion, I interviewed Graham Barnes, the new CEO of Medically Home. Episode Resources Connect with Katie Adams https://medcitynews.com/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/katie-adams-450775141 [email protected] Connect with Graham Barnes https://www.linkedin.com/in/gbarnes/  

In the first portion, I give a summary of recent executive moves and layoffs in the healthcare sector. In the second portion, I interview Aneesh Chopra, who recently became chief strategy officer at Arcadia. Episode Resources Connect with Katie Adams https://medcitynews.com/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/katie-adams-450775141 [email protected] Connect with Aneesh Chopra https://www.linkedin.com/in/apchopra/  

In the first portion, I go over recent executive hires, promotions, retirements and layoffs in the healthcare world. In the second portion, I interview Rod Hochman, who will be retiring from his role as CEO of Providence at the end of this year. Episode Resources Connect with Katie Adams https://medcitynews.com/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/katie-adams-450775141 [email protected] Connect with Rod Hochman https://www.linkedin.com/in/rodhochman 

During the first portion of the episode, I gave an overview of recent executive hires, promotions, retirements and layoffs in the healthcare industry. During the second portion, I interviewed Courtney Fortner, who recently became CEO of population health company Navvis.   Episode Resources Connect with Katie Adams https://medcitynews.com/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/katie-adams-450775141 [email protected] Connect with Courtney Fortner https://www.navvishealthcare.com/leadership/courtney-fortner/  

In the first portion, I give a rundown of recent executive hires and exits, as well as layoffs, in the healthcare industry. In the second portion, I interviewed Adaeze Enekwechi, who recently became CEO of Cayaba Care.   Highlights Teladoc CEO departure and LA Care Health Plan Retirement. New executive roles and shifts in health organizations. Reshuffling at Unity Point Health Ventures and Optum. Layoffs in various health and tech companies. Introducing Adaeze Enekwechi, CEO of Cayaba Care. Enekwechi's career journey from public to private sector. Anchoring health equity and improving maternal health. Cayaba Care's unique maternal health care approach. The importance of in-person relationships in health services. Goals for growth and operational excellence at Cayaba Care. Episode Resources Connect with Katie Adams https://medcitynews.com/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/katie-adams-450775141 [email protected] Connect with Adaeze Enekwechi https://www.cayabacare.com/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/adaeze-enekwechi-phd  

During the first part of the episode, I give a rundown of recent hires, promotions and layoffs occurring in the healthcare world. During the second part, I interviewed Brian Anderson, who just became CEO of the Coalition for Health AI (CHAI). Highlights Brian's diverse career ranging from being a ski resort physician to a healthcare AI expert The three main goals for Brian Anderson as the CEO of CHI over the next year are stated. The role of CHI certified network of labs in testing healthcare AI models for their effectiveness, safety, and alignment with vendor claims Process for labs to be certified under CHI The potential of creating a geographically diverse network of assurance labs with access to different patient data, maintaining respect for privacy The plan to issue 'report cards' for each model from these federated labs that would shed light on their effectiveness for various patient demographics The three main focuses of CHI Episode Resources Connect with Katie Adams https://medcitynews.com/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/katie-adams-450775141 [email protected] Connect with Brian Anderson https://www.coalitionforhealthai.org/leadership/brian-anderson https://www.linkedin.com/in/bandersmd 

During the first half of the podcast, I give an overview of recent executive hires, retirements, promotions and layoffs in the healthcare world. During the second half of the podcast, I interviewed Dr. Adam Petrich, who recently became Chief Medical Officer at QuantHealth. Highlights Inefficiencies and failures in drug discovery and clinical trials How QuantHealth uses AI to improve drug trial outcomes Why Dr. Adam was drawn to QuantHealth His goals for the company as the Chief Medical Officer   Episode Resources Connect with Katie Adams https://medcitynews.com/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/katie-adams-450775141 [email protected] Connect with Adam Petrich https://health.usnews.com/doctors/adam-petrich-397988 https://www.linkedin.com/in/adam-petrich-md-6019491 

In the first half, I gave an overview of recent executive hires, promotions and layoffs across the healthcare industry. In the second half, I interviewed Kristin Myers, Northwell Health's first ever Chief Digital Officer.   Highlights Kristin Myers's career trajectory leading to her current role at Northwell Health The importance of change management, demonstration of value, and investing in culture Digital transformation goals at Northwell The creation of the Chief Digital Officer role at Northwell and its increasing prevalence in other health systems   Episode Resources Connect with Katie Adams https://medcitynews.com/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/katie-adams-450775141 [email protected] Connect with Kristin Myers https://www.linkedin.com/in/kristin-myers-42673531  

In the first segment, I gave an overview of recent executive hires, promotions, departures and layoffs in the healthcare world. In the second segment, I interviewed Sarah Jones, who recently stepped into the role of chief outcomes officer at B.well Connected Health. Highlights Interview with Sarah Jones discussing her career journey and role at B.Well Connected Health. Sarah Jones explains her approach as Chief Outcomes Officer and her goals for the company. Discussion on Sarah's background and passion for digitally-enabled, consumer-centric healthcare. Sarah's motivation to improve healthcare for underserved individuals and her work at B.Well in unifying healthcare data to improve patient experience.   Episode Resources Connect with Katie Adams https://medcitynews.com/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/katie-adams-450775141 [email protected] Connect with Sarah Jones https://www.linkedin.com/in/sarahjonesmpls  

For the first portion, I discuss recent executive moves and layoffs within the healthcare industry. For the second portion, I conducted a brief interview with Jeff Good, who recently became Northwestern Medicine's first chief sustainability executive.   Highlights Katie introduces Jeff Good, the first ever chief sustainability executive at Northwestern Medicine, as the guest Jeff's journey and experience working with Northwestern Medicine through various executive roles His plans for measuring and reducing Northwestern Medicine's carbon footprint as a part of his sustainability plan The increased likelihood of other health systems adopting sustainability executive roles and why it is necessary Episode Resources Connect with Katie Adams https://medcitynews.com/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/katie-adams-450775141 [email protected] Connect with Jeff Good https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeff-good-74697a12 https://sustainabletechpartner.com/news/northwestern-medicine-chief-sustainability-executive-jeff-good-4-things-to-know/  

In the first portion, I gave a summary of executive appointments, executive departures and layoffs in the healthcare world. In the second portion, I interviewed Jeff Smith, who just became the CEO of Bamboo Health, a healthcare technology company focused on delivering actionable insights about patients' physical, behavioral and social health.   Highlights Jeff Smith's past roles and their contributions towards his current role at Bamboo Health Bamboo Health's new era focusing on whole person care Value-based care in the healthcare industry and the reasons Jeff Smith is passionate about it   Episode Resources Connect with Katie Adams https://medcitynews.com/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/katie-adams-450775141 [email protected] Connect with Jeff Smith https://bamboohealth.com/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeffsmith10x  

In the first half of the podcast, I give a rundown of recent executive moves and layoffs in the healthcare industry. In the second half, I interviewed Chris Allen, who recently became the CFO of Keck Medicine of USC. Highlights How the healthcare industry has changed over Allen's career The challenges of being a CFO of a health system, especially during the pandemic How hospital leaders make decisions regarding technology investments   Episode Resources Connect with Katie Adams https://medcitynews.com/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/katie-adams-450775141 [email protected] Connect with Chris Allen https://www.keckmedicine.org/leadership-team/chris-allen/  

Today we hear from Andrew Trister, Verily's new Chief Scientific Officer.   Highlights Andrew Trister joined Verily as the new Chief Scientific Officer after serving as the Deputy Director of Digital Health and AI at the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation. He discusses his professional journey in healthcare which includes roles in medical practice, digital health, and positions at Apple and the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation. Andrew discusses his new role leading Verily's population health initiatives.   Episode Resources Connect with Katie Adams https://medcitynews.com/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/katie-adams-450775141 [email protected] Connect with Andrew Trister https://verily.com/press/andrew-trister-chief-scientific-officer/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/trister  

Today, we hear from Leslie Orne, who recently became the CEO of Trinity Life Sciences.   Highlights The recent executive moves and layoffs in the healthcare industry Changes in the life sciences industry over the 22 years of Leslie's career Her experience with Trinity's acquisitions and how it will help her as CEO Trinity's response to advancements in generative AI and its integration into their services How Trinity is using General AI to revolutionize the commercial model for their clients Leslie's insights on Gen AI's use in healthcare and life sciences.   Episode Resources Connect with Katie Adams https://medcitynews.com/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/katie-adams-450775141 [email protected] Connect with Leslie Orne https://www.linkedin.com/in/leslie-orne-1676594 https://trinitylifesciences.com/our-experts/leslie-sandberg-orne/  

For the first half, I talk about recent executive leadership changes and layoffs in the healthcare industry. For the second half, I have a brief interview with Danny Sanchez, who recently became the new CEO of EmpiRx, a value-based pharmacy benefit manager. Highlights Marlo Hernandez steps down as CEO of Cano Health, a senior-focused primary care provider, after shareholder meetings and board member disputes Leadership changes in startup and digital health spaces, including Peter Lee as new CEO at Work Health Solutions and Teresa Osma as COO at Solve Damon Smith becomes first Chief Product and Technology Officer at Interwell Health, a kidney care management company; Brian Doaney appointed COO at Lucette Providence Health Plan announces the appointment of Lina Saadzoi as new CFO and Timshel Tarbet as the plan's first Chief Equity Officer Tenet Healthcare's new CFO; Nationwide Children's Hospital names Nelson Weichold as its new CFO; Lifepoint Health names its first-ever Chief Data and Analytics Officer; Novant Health welcomes Dr. Pam Oliver as its new Chief Medical Officer Reports of layoffs in the healthcare industry including Geisinger, Marshfield Clinic Health System, Cityblock Health, CareRev, and Oracle Interview with Danny Sanchez, new CEO of EmpiRx Health, a value-based pharmacy benefit manager (PBM), discussing his previous roles, goals for EmpiRx Health, and thoughts on federal scrutiny and the future of PBMs Episode Resources Connect with Katie Adams https://medcitynews.com/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/katie-adams-450775141 [email protected] Connect with Danny Sanchez https://www.linkedin.com/in/danny-sanchez  

I went over new executive appointments, resignations and layoffs in the healthcare world for a few minutes. Then I interviewed Lara Khouri, Children's Hospital Los Angeles' new COO. Highlights Emory Healthcare announces new CEO, Joon Sup Lee from UPMC, effective July 1st UNC Health welcomes William Bryant as its new CFO CommonSpirit announces Sheri Shapiro as Chief Strategy Officer and the search for a new Bright Health promotes Jay Matushak to the role of CFO Centene names Shannon Susko as the new chief communications officer and announces COO Jim Murray's retirement  AHIP's President and CEO Matt Eyles resigns from his position Athenahealth appoints George Hamilton as its new Chief Corporate Strategy and Development Officer Artera expands its executive team, adding three vice presidents: Karri Alexion-Tiernan, Joanne Chen, and Mark Thomson Telehealth startups Calibrate Health and Brightline Health experience layoffs, cutting 18% and 20% of their workforce QHealth plans to lay off 30% of its workforce, affecting about 326 employees Oracle reportedly lays off 3,000 Cerner employees. Microsoft-owned Nuance and Amazon's Halo wearables division also have layoffs Health systems like Scripps Health, PeaceHealth, Memorial Health System, and Monument Health announce various job cuts and employee layoffs Lara Khouri, COO at Children's Hospital Los Angeles, discusses her passion for pediatric healthcare and her professional journey Episode Resources Connect with Katie Adams https://medcitynews.com/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/katie-adams-450775141 [email protected] Connect with Lara Khouri https://www.chla.org/lara-khouri-mba-mph https://www.linkedin.com/in/lara-khouri-40586b 

For today's episode, Katie gave a rundown of leadership changes and layoffs in the healthcare industry during the intro recording. During the interview recording, she spoke with Dr. Rob Fields, who is Beth Israel Lahey Health's new Chief Clinical Officer. Highlights Oscar Health's new CEO announcement, Mark Bertolini Dr. Sean Martin joining Oscar Health as the new Chief Medical Officer Tia appoints Stacey Irving as COO and Jessica Tomlinson as General Counsel Dr. Janet Choi joins fertility benefits company Progyny as Chief Medical Officer Sue Nallapeta named as Chief Technology Officer at the nurse staffing start up, Trusted Health Pear Therapeutics files for Chapter 11 bankruptcy, lays off 170 employees Workit Health cutting around 100 jobs due to DEA's proposed rules Job cuts and eliminations in executive roles at Novant Health Providence hires Brian Chesebro as first Medical Director of Environmental Stewardship Michelle Riley-Brown appointed CEO at Children's National Hospital, Washington DC Appointment of new CEO at Yale Health Rob Fields, new Chief Clinical Officer at Beth Israel Lahey Health How Rob's move to Beth Israel-Lahi and his focus on health equity improves patient outcomes Episode Resources Connect with Katie Adams https://medcitynews.com/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/katie-adams-450775141 [email protected] Connect with Dr. Rob Fields https://bilh.org/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/robfieldsmd 

For today's episode, I gave a rundown of executive appointments and layoffs in the healthcare industry. Then, I interviewed Tom Richards about his move from Cigna to Transcarent, where he now serves as new Executive Vice President of Business Development. Highlights Executives who are taking in new roles in the healthcare industry Leadership changes in the startup sector, direct to consumer health startups Layoff moves of companies in the healthcare space Who is Tom Richards? Most important lessons that Tom gained during his tenure at Cigna Why he decided to move to Transcarent Upcoming plans of Transcarent to look forward to Episode Resources Connect with Katie Adams https://medcitynews.com/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/katie-adams-450775141 [email protected] Connect with Tom Richards https://transcarent.com/ https://www.linkedin.com/company/transcarent 

Welcome to the first episode of MedCity Moves! For today's episode, I interviewed Dr. Taha Kass-Hout, GE Healthcare's New Chief Technology Officer, about his new role in the company. He also shares GE Healthcare's tech initiatives and digital platforms for improved health outcomes. Highlights Who are the new leaders taking roles at the hospital and health systems across the country? Executive moves and layoffs in the healthcare industry GE Healthcare's precision care strategy and digital transformation GE Healthcare's tech initiatives and digital platforms for improved health outcomes Episode Resources Connect with Katie Adams https://medcitynews.com/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/katie-adams-450775141 [email protected] Connect with Dr. Taha Kass-Hout https://www.linkedin.com/in/tahak https://twitter.com/kasshout