Meeting of the Minds

“Robot vs Therapist,” conversations distract from the real ways clinicians use AI.Dr. Angela Skrynzski, Virtua Health’s lead physician for tele-health, changes the conversation to, “What support can we offer in a comprehensive care plan?”She talks about their experience with Woebot, but the full conversation is about clinician experience, excitement, and concerns with AI.We believe in a future where tech and clinicians collaborate ...

In this episode of Woebot Health’s Meeting of the Minds Podcast, Sara Vaezy, Chief Strategy and Digital Officer at Providence, discusses the critical need for healthcare interoperability and transparency to enhance patient experience. 

Vaezy highlights the importance of collaboration and strategic partnerships in addressing the challenges of a fragmented healthcare system, emphasizing the need to prioritize patient needs and levera...

Dr. Micky Tripathi, National Coordinator for Health IT at the Department of Health and Human Services, discusses the importance of leveraging technology to serve patients in healthcare.  He emphasizes the need for an open, interoperable, and patient-centered ecosystem in healthcare technology, where innovation can thrive. 

He also highlights the critical role of data sharing, patient-provider relationships, and policy incentives to...

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In this next episode of Meeting of the Minds, our host Chris Hemphill speaks with Manish Sapra, Executive Director of Behavioral Health and Psychiatry at Northwell Health, about the importance of measurement-based care (MBC) in mental health. 

The discussion covers how MBC improves clinical practice, enhances patient outcomes, and helps identify where care adjustments are needed. 

Key Takeaways:

1. Why measurement-based...

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Dr. Nancy Byatt, Professor of Psychiatry at UMass Chan Medical School, alongside Chris Hemphill and Dr. Athena Robinson, discuss the critical gaps in perinatal care, the social and political determinants that exacerbate these issues, and the importance of integrating mental health care into perinatal care. 

Key Takeaways:

1. Inequities driven by social and political determinants, hinder access to care, particularly for...

Dawn Zieger, VP of Psychiatry and Behavioral Health at Geisinger Health, and our host, Chris Hemphill discuss the critical importance of improving behavioral health access in rural communities.

Key Takeaways:

• Expanding virtual behavioral health services has been pivotal in delivering care to rural areas where other options are limited.
• Identifying and addressing gaps in care to ensure that services are tailored to meet ...

Join our host Chris Hemphill and guest Oleg Tarkovsky, CEO at Carelon Behavioral Health in Maryland, as they discuss various topics in mental health such as:

1. The importance of recognizing personal limitations and embracing the idea of quitting 

2. The quadruple aim's impact on your business and outcomes necessitates innovative solutions to address business challenges

3. Rather than relying solely on big data, organizations...

In this podcast discussion, our host, Chris Hemphill speaks with Suzanne Kunis, President and CEO of NovaWell. They explore the innovations NovaWell is bringing to the behavioral health space, emphasizing the importance of integrated care that treats individuals holistically rather than isolating physical and mental health issues. 

Suzanne shares her journey in developing a strategy that incorporates community mental health princip...

Dr. Jessica Jackson, clinical strategy lead for Modern Health and chair of the Mental Health Technology Advisory Committee for the American Psychological Association, shares her expertise on innovating for health equity in mental healthcare. From navigating the complexities of reimbursement structures to reimagining care delivery models, Dr. Jackson offers valuable insights into breaking down barriers and driving meaningful change ...

Leticia Reyes-Nash from Health Management Associates says it best - Health equity is not a side project. It’s your core business strategy. 

In this insightful conversation, Leticia brings over 20 years of experience enacting systems and programs outlined in the White House’s Social Determinants of Health Playbook, from this past November.

Learn more about the necessity of building infrastructure, the importance of trust and transpa...

Alicia Berkemeyer, Chief Health Management Officer at Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arkansas, sees the challenges a predominantly rural population in Arkansas faces around access to Behavioral Healthcare. 

She elaborates on the establishment of dedicated behavioral health units, the integration of primary care and behavioral health, and the crucial role of data in shaping effective solutions.

This conversation calls for a shift in mind...

Tracy Rico, the Director of Virtual Care Services at Superior Centene, is on a journey to transform health tech in Medicaid. 

A fierce patient advocate with firsthand Medicaid experience, Tracy discusses the challenges and myths implementing innovative solutions for Medicaid members.

With an emphasis on the need for collaborative, mission-driven approaches, she highlights the unique healthcare needs of Medicaid populations.

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Motivated by his own recovery journey and frustration with inefficient care models, Dr. Sam Nordberg started his work in mental health care to fix a broken system. With a background in finance, clinical psychology, and a sprinkle of AI and machine learning, as Chief Behavioral Health officer at Reliant Health, Dr. Nordberg aims to build precision, data-driven approaches that optimize and personalize treatment at scale.

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As a practicing clinician and leader at Kaiser Permanente, Dr. Maria Koshy, Chair of Chiefs of Psychiatry, has a unique perspective being at the center of care delivery with the ability to effect real change. 

Learn how a value-based model of care can improve outcomes, doctor and patient experiences and how the part clinicians play is essential. 

Key takeaways:

• How investing resources upstream can make a huge difference in pa...

Thomas lnsel, MD, a psychiatrist, neuroscientist, entrepreneur and author, is a national leader in mental health research, policy, and technology. For 13 years, Dr. Insel served as Director of the National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH). He has also co-founded numerous startups, including Mindstrong Health and Humanest Care, and sits on the board of Steinberg Institute, Fountain House, Foundation for NIH, among others. 

This con...

The value-based care model puts the patient and provider at the center of care delivery. It’s shown to improve patient and clinician experiences while reducing costs. So why are health systems hesitant to make the shift? 

David Weathington, Elevance Health’s VP of Network and Value Based Solutions, joins us to talk about his expertise with this model of care. 

• What it takes to make value-based care the path forward for health...

Jahmal Miller, Chief Administrative Officer of Mercy Medical Group, has been a decades-long champion for health equity and an outspoken force for change in California, and beyond. In this unabridged talk, he outlines the high costs of inequity and bias in healthcare, and he highlights the unsung heroes that inspire him.

Key takeaways: 

• We must acknowledge the historical trauma and cumulative impact of systemic racism on our m...

Antwan D. Williams is COO of Orlando Health's Seminole Hospital and co-founder of Advancement League, a membership organization for young healthcare leaders interested in change. He joined host Chris Hemphill to lay out a plan of action for transitioning to value-based care.

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