Talks With Talamini

On this episode of Talks with Talamini, Northwell Chief Data and Informatics Officer Eric Cruzen, MD, MBA, explains the reasons behind the Epic strategic pause and how it will ultimately improve the Epic experience for both physicians and patients. He also discusses the vital role feedback has played in the process and shares insights into his own career path and personal interests.

In this episode of Talks with Talamini, Mark Talamini, MD, speaks with Filippo Filicori, MD, system chief of surgical innovation, about the evolution of video and large language models in surgery. Dr. Filicori discusses how these tools can automate and improve surgical techniques, such as providing real-time feedback during operations.

Mark Talamini, MD, speaks with Kevin Bock, MD, to discuss the transition to Epic and what it means for physicians. Discover how doing chart cleanup now can ensure a smoother experience later and learn about the robust support system ready to assist you on day one. Tune into Talks with Talamini to learn more about the technology that will help us streamline workflows across the health system.  

A. Samer Al-Homsi, MD, MBA, renowned expert in blood and marrow transplantation, has joined Northwell to lead the growth of the Northwell Health Cancer Institute’s existing Blood and Marrow Transplant program. On this episode of Talks with Talamini, he discusses that work and shares his excitement for the future of the field, citing breakthroughs in transplantation for older patients and those with limited donor options.

John Q. Young, MD, MPP, PhD, chair & SVP, behavioral health, joins host Mark Talamini, MD, MBA, to discuss his recent appointment to president of the national psychiatry residency training directors organization and Northwell’s strategy to combat the current behavioral health crisis. He also shares how physicians and their loved ones can take advantage of mental health resources.

Alice Fornari, EdD, FAMEE, RDN, HEC-C, joins host Mark Talamini to discuss enhancements to the medical teaching and learning environment at Northwell. She shares details about the Just in Time app, which houses evidence-based, visual teaching tips, and highlights programs available to clinicians designed to further their professional development.

David Brody, senior vice president, ambulatory service organization, joins host Mark Talamini, MD, MBA, to discuss how Northwell is making it easier for patients to access care throughout the health system. He also details the launch of the Ambulatory Administrative Academy, a new program to provide a consistent experience for all new team members joining its ambulatory environment practices.

Alisha Oropallo, MD, shares how wound care has evolved throughout the years and how collaborative care is an important tool she uses to accelerate healing for her patients.

Mark Talamini, MD, welcomes Parul Shukla, MD, to discuss colorectal surgical care in the Westchester region. Dr. Shukla also shares how working in four different countries has been one of the greatest privileges of his life.

Mark Talamini, MD, welcomes Michael Oppenheim, MD, and Avy Ronay, MD, to discuss how technology will enhance patient care and Northwell's Remote Physiological Monitoring (RPM) services.

Zenobia Brown, MD, discusses value-based care management and how the pursuit of meaningful outcomes is the driving force of these programs.

Michael Erdek, MD, discusses the creation of Northwell’s cancer pain management program in Nassau County and his plans for its growth across the health system.

Gary Stallings, MD, discusses the developments around Northern Westchester Hospital's first internal medicine residency program.