Healthcare Trailblazers
Mendel Erlenwein, CEO at Previva Health Group sits down for a deep dive conversation with some of our nation's most accomplished and interesting leaders in Healthcare. The conversation will focus on the journey to building successful Healthcare organizations, as well as lessons and tips that they picked up along the way for you to implement at your practice or healthcare org.
Episodes
106 episodes
Former Medicare Director Dr. Meena Seshamani on Healthcare Innovation, Policy, and Value-Based Care
In this insightful episode, we sit down with Dr. Meena Seshamani, who recently completed her tenure as Director of Medicare at CMS, for a candid conversation about the future of healthcare in America. Drawing from her extensive experience as bo...
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How SeamlessMD Turned 90% Rejection Into Long-Term Success
This episode is sponsored by CareCo. In an industry desperate for efficiency, we're helping care teams manage 40% more patients while cutting costs by 28%. The math works. Learn more: careco.aiIn this episode of the Healthcare Trailblaz...
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The $5 Mailer Debate: Are We Wasting Money in Healthcare?
In this episode of The Healthcare Trailblazers Podcast, we dive into the world of healthcare engagement with Dan Fox, Managing Director of Healthcare at Drips. Dan shares how his team is transforming patient communication by integrating proven ...
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Medicare Advantage: Helping or Hurting Patients?
Explore the groundbreaking insights into value-based care, chronic care management, and care coordination in this episode of The Healthcare Trailblazers Podcast. Our guest shares their firsthand experience building a successful care management ...
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Inside the World’s Biggest Healthcare Conference
In this episode of The Healthcare Trailblazers, we dive into the upcoming HIMSS 2025 Global Health Conference with Joanne Klinedinst, VP of Content and Programming. Joanne shares what makes this year’s event special, from cutting-edge programmi...
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Why AI Alone Won’t Solve Physician Burnout!
In this episode of Healthcare Trailblazers, we dive into the complexities of modern healthcare with Dr. Anwar Jebran, Medical Director of Health Informatics at Oak Street Health. We discuss the balance between innovation and practicali...
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How a Simple Mat Could Drastically Reduce Amputations
In this episode of the Healthcare Trailblazers podcast, we dive into the groundbreaking technology behind Podimetrics' SmartMat, a device designed to prevent diabetic foot ulcers and ultimately save limbs. Join us as we talk with Gary Rothenber...
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Why 'Pivoting' Could Kill Your Startup's Future!
In this episode of Healthcare Trailblazers, we sit down with Pavani Munjuluri, CEO of Cognitive Health Technologies, to explore the challenges and hidden pitfalls of the AI-driven revenue cycle management (RCM) space. Pavani shares her...
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Hospital Costs Exposed: Can CINs Save Healthcare?
In today’s episode, we dive deep into the world of value-based care with Dr. TJ Reddington, founder and CEO of the Reddington Group. Known for his expertise in clinically integrated networks (CINs), Dr. Reddington shares insights into how healt...
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The Costly Mistakes Hospitals Make with Primary Care Patients!
Welcome to another episode of The Healthcare Trailblazers podcast! In this episode, recorded in beautiful Orlando, Florida, we sit down with David Banks, Group CEO of AdventHealth, to discuss the transformative vision Advent...
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Genetic Testing: Diagnosing Diseases Before Birth?
In this episode of The Healthcare Trailblazers, we delve into the world of genetic testing and the breakthroughs reshaping our approach to rare diseases, led by GeneDx’s innovative CEO. From diagnosing genetic conditions in newborns to leveragi...
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Your medical data isn’t as private as you think!
Komissarchik, CEO and co-founder of Glendor. Julia shares her insights on how AI is transforming healthcare, the challenges of de-identifying sensitive patient data, and the future of AI-driven solutions in the medical field. We explore the rol...
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This Hospital Aims to Be the Nike of Healthcare
In this episode of the Healthcare Trailblazers Podcast, we dive into the future of healthcare transformation with a special guest who’s leading the charge in central Indiana. As the Chief Transformation Officer at a large healthcare network, ou...
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The truth about food, fast food, and healthcare
In this deeply moving episode of the Healthcare Trailblazers Podcast, we sit down with Dr. Arti Masturzo, Chief Medical Officer at CCS, to explore her powerful journey of overcoming breast cancer and how it transformed her life, both personally...
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Why healthcare needs more tech-driven MDs!
In this insightful episode, we sit down with Dr. Adam Carewe, aka NerdMD, to explore his journey from Kaiser Permanente to launching a new chapter in healthcare innovation. Adam shares his thoughts on value-based care, electronic health records...
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Humanizing healthcare: Why technology alone isn’t enough!
In this episode, we welcome back an inspiring healthcare leader to discuss the future of healthcare transformation. We dive into the concept of humanistic healthcare, the importance of purpose-driven leadership, and how business model innovatio...
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3 marketing secrets every healthcare founder NEEDS to know!
In this episode, we explore the challenges and opportunities in healthcare marketing, diving into actionable strategies for B2B success. Our guest shares insights on transitioning from corporate to entrepreneurship, how to build trust through o...
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Why Doctors Are Refusing to Join Big Health Systems!
In this compelling episode of the Healthcare Trailblazers podcast, we sit down with Eric Lisle, CEO of Southeast Primary Care Partners, to discuss the critical challenges facing independent doctors in today’s healthcare landscape. From his mili...
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Rural America’s Mental Health Crisis: Are We Failing Our Most Vulnerable?
In this eye-opening episode of the Healthcare Trailblazers podcast, we dive into the incredible journey of a doctor who left behind a lucrative career on Wall Street to serve the underserved in rural Montana. We explore the unique challenges of...
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Healthcare's AI Gamble: Are We Betting on the Wrong Horse?
In this episode of the Healthcare Trailblazers Podcast, we dive deep into the world of healthcare innovation with Yair Lewi, the Chief Medical Officer at Navina. Yair shares his journey from practicing emergency medicine to leading AI-driven in...
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How a $6 Billion Sale Paved the Way for a Healthcare Revolution
In this episode, we sit down with Hal Rosenbluth, a visionary entrepreneur who transformed a small family travel agency into a $6 billion global enterprise, only to pivot into healthcare with groundbreaking innovations. From revolutionizing cor...
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Musculoskeletal Care: Is the System Rigged Against You?
In this episode of the Healthcare Trailblazers Podcast, we sit down with John Petito, an executive at TailorCare, to explore his journey from healthcare policy and consulting to leading innovation in value-based care. John shares his insights o...
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Why Digital Health Adoption is Slower Than You Think!
I'm excited to be sitting with Dr. Spencer Dorn, a leading voice in digital health and AI. Spencer shares his unique insights on the current state of digital health, the realistic potential of AI in healthcare, and the critical gap between pati...
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The TRUTH about Job Loyalty & Workplace Relationships!
I'm thrilled to be joined by Jenn Kerfoot, the Chief Strategy Officer at Duos. Jenn is an incredibly fascinating individual with unique insights on workplace relationships, strategic growth, and effective communication. In this episode, we expl...
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Why Healthcare Startups Won't Survive Without This Strategy!
In this episode, I'm excited to chat with Andrew Schwab, CEO and founder of Platform Government Strategies. Andrew shares his journey from Oak Street Health to starting his own firm, offering deep insights into the world of government affairs a...
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