Transforming Healthcare with Dr. Wael Barsoum

Transforming Healthcare with Dr. Wael Barsoum

Looking for a place to go deeper into the business, innovation, and future of healthcare? Welcome to Transforming Healthcare with Dr. Wael Barsoum. Presented in partnership with HOPCO - the recognized leader in MSK care - this podcast will raise questions and provide answers that will inform, educate, and enhance the perspective of health care leaders and specialists. Whether it's industry insiders, health system providers, public sector leaders, or the leading specialists; each episode features the voices, personalities, and viewpoints of some of the most prominent care providers.

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October 28, 2025 35 mins

On Today's episode of Transforming Healthcare with Dr. Wael Barsoum, we have special guests Dr. Jason Sansone and Benjamin Jarvis.

Dr. Jason Sansone, MD, is a board-certified, fellowship-trained orthopedic surgeon and the President of Orthopedic & Spine Centers of Wisconsin. He specializes in spine surgery and orthopedic traumatology. A Wisconsin native, Dr. Sansone earned his Doctor of Medicine from the University of Wisconsin Sch...

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On Today's Episode of Transforming Healthcare with Dr. Wael Barsoum, we're joined by an inspiring healthcare leader who has dedicated his career to driving innovation and excellence in patient care. Don E. King serves as the Senior Vice President at Ascension and CEO of Ascension Florida, overseeing the clinical, operational, strategic, and financial aspects of the Florida Ministry Market. His leadership ...

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On Today's episode of Transforming Healthcare with Dr. Wael Barsoum, we're honored to have Dr. Mira Albert, DDS, MBA, MS, who is a dynamic pediatric dentist, entrepreneur, and community leader with over two decades of experience in advancing oral health care. As the founder and CEO of Brush Pediatric Dentistry in Hinsdale, Illinois, Mira has built a thriving private practice that serves over 7,000 active patients and employs a team...

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On Today's episode of Transforming Healthcare with Dr. Wael Barsoum, we're honored to have Paul Krakovitz, MD,  who is a visionary healthcare executive, physician, and innovator with over 20 years of experience shaping the future of medical operations and strategy. From leading high-impact hospital expansions to pioneering innovations in healthcare delivery, Paul's career is marked by transformative leadership and a relentless driv...

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Welcome to today's episode of Transforming Healthcare with Dr. Wael Barsoum, where we're thrilled to introduce our distinguished guest, Dr. David J. Jacofsky, MD. Dr. Jacofsky is a leading authority in healthcare reform and an international speaker whose expertise in strategy spans across payors, providers, and health systems, making him an influential figure in the evolving healthcare landscape.

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On Today's episode of Transforming Healthcare with Dr. Wael Barsoum, we're honored to have Dr. R. Michael Meneghini, the CEO and founder of the Indiana Joint Replacement Institute (IJRI) and the newly named Chief Market Development Officer at Healthcare Outcomes Performance Co. (HOPCo). With over 19 years of experience, Dr. Meneghini is a nationally and internationally recognized expert in joint replacement. His expertise spans pri...

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On today's episode of Transforming Healthcare with Dr. Wael Barsoum, we're honored to have Dr. Nicolas Piuzzi with us, a distinguished orthopedic surgeon specializing in adult joint reconstruction at Cleveland Clinic. Dr. Piuzzi serves as the Director of the Cleveland Clinic center for Adult Joint Reconstruction Research (CCARR), where he seamlessly translates his expertise in primary and revision hip and knee procedur...

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Dr. Javad Parvizi, MD, FRCS, the newly appointed Professor of Orthopedic Surgery at Acibadem University in Istanbul. With a career spanning over 25 years, Dr. Parvizi has performed more than 10,000 surgical procedures, including over 1,000 hip joint preservation surgeries. He is globally renowned for his pioneering work in managing periprosthetic joint infection and venous thromboembolism.

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Dr. Adrienne Boissy, MD, MA, is a pioneering executive in healthcare innovation, currently serving as the Chief Medical Officer of Qualtrics, an experience management company. She is also a staff neurologist at the Cleveland Clinic and is the former Chief Experience Officer there. During her tenure, she led transformative global initiatives to enhance the experience of humans who touch healthcare, introducing evidence-based communi...

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Dr. Romeo is a global expert in surgical management for shoulder and elbow issues, with a patient-focused approach to reduce pain, restore function, and enhance quality of life. With over 450 publications and 2000 lectures, Dr. Romeo has significantly advanced the treatment of shoulder arthritis, rotator cuff tears, and more, showcasing his commitment to innovation on a global scale. As a double board-certified surgeon in Orthopedi...

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Dr. Joseph Iannotti is a prominent figure in the field of orthopedic surgery. As he continues to make significant strides in his illustrious career, he has recently assumed the role of Chief Research and Academic Officer at Cleveland Clinic Florida. His dedication to advancing healthcare is further emphasized by his tenure as the Chief of Staff at Cleveland Clinic Florida for the past five years, where he has played a pivotal role ...

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Dr. Adam Myers is a distinguished figure with a comprehensive understanding of the healthcare delivery system. Dr. Myers brings a wealth of knowledge gained from his multifaceted experience across various realms of the health sector, including payors, healthcare delivery, and physician provider networks. Currently serving as an advisor and board ...

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February 13, 2024 31 mins

Mike Seyfer is the CEO of both Hailey Sault, the digital performance marketing firm for health and wellness brands, and The Institute for Healthcare Excellence, creating performance driven cultures with enhanced well-being, greater stability, and new capacities for growth. He is also the co-founder of the Believe in Better Project, an annual work...

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January 9, 2024 26 mins

Dr. Jan Carney is the MPH Program Director, Associate Dean for Public Health and Health Policy and Professor of Medicine at the Learner College of Medicine at the University of Vermont. Dr. Carney earned her BA from Middlebury college, her medical degree from the University of Cincinnati College of Medicine, and Master of Public Health (MPH) from...

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October 3, 2023 33 mins

Spencer Stiles is the Group President of Orthopaedics and Spine at Stryker Corporation, an American multinational medical technology corporation .  Spencer joined Stryker in 1999 and has been in a progression of leadership roles for the past 24 years.  In 2019, Spencer was named Group President, Orthopaedics and Spine and oversees Global Joint Replacement, Trauma & Extremities and Global Spine Division.  Under Spencer's leadership,...

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July 28, 2023 35 mins
Abanob Farag is the Founder & CEO of MomentMD which was founded in 2018. He is responsible for setting the overall direction and product strategy for the company. Abanob earned a degree in biology and built a patient-driven decentralized healthcare ecosystem.  The MomentMD app offers affordable, quality, and around-the-clock care from local healthcare professionals to the whole family and even pets.
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October 24, 2022 24 mins

Dr. Douglas Johnston is the Chief of Cardiac Surgery, Northwestern Medicine and Professor of Surgery, Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine. Prior to that he was Vice Chairman of the Department of Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery, Program Director of the Thoracic Surgery Residency and Advanced Cardiothoracic Fellowships, Surgical Director of the Aortic Valve Center, and staff cardiac surgeon in the Sydell and Arnol...

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October 10, 2022 39 mins

David Floyd is a global medical technology leader serving as a corporate director and advisor, following a 32-year career as a medical device industry executive. He has substantial Board experience in both public and private companies, with a focus on governance, strategy development, commercialization, and M&A.  Join us as we discuss innovation, leadership and accountability in healthcare. 

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September 26, 2022 32 mins

Dr. Scott Tromanhauser is a board-certified Orthopaedic Spine Surgeon and is the Chief Specialty Care Officer at ChenMed. He earned his medical degree from Albany Medical College and prior to joining ChenMed was the Chief Medical Officer, Chief of Spine Surgery, Director of Research Administration and a member of the Board of Trustees of The New England Baptist Hospital in Boston.  Join us as we discuss value-based care, how techno...

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September 12, 2022 29 mins

Dr. Marc Harrison is the former President & CEO of Intermountain Healthcare, a pediatric critical care physician, and has been placed on Fortune's Top 50 World's Greatest Leaders. Prior to joining Intermountain Healthcare, Dr. Harrison served as CEO of Cleveland Clinic Abu Dhabi, Chief of International Business Development at Cleveland Clinic, and Chief Medical Operations Officer at Cleveland Clinic. Join me and my co-host, Ashley ...

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