Healthcare Market Matrix
Healthcare Market Matrix is a Ratio Marketing podcast series providing an in-depth exploration of the challenges healthcare organization leaders face that technology has the chance to help them solve. We aim to create a comprehensive, referenceable resource healthcare technology companies can use to develop and bring products to market ready to address their customers' unique needs.
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Ben Reigle & Trish Rivard — Market Implications of the Change Healthcare Breach
04/09/2024
Ben Reigle & Trish Rivard — Market Implications of the Change Healthcare Breach
On this episode of Healthcare Market Matrix, host John Farkas is joined by Trish Rivard, CEO of Eliciting Insights, a healthcare technology market research and strategy company, and Ben Reigle, CEO of Tarpon Health, a community of providers that are building their own internal automation. Trish is an accomplished ROI-driven leader and consultant specializing in healthcare technology companies, and boasts an impressive fifteen year record of success. Her expertise lies in steering EBIDTA improvement and fostering market share growth within the healthcare and payment industries. Trish is widely trusted for her exceptional consultative skills, which she employs to prioritize IT projects, enforce ROI accountability, and streamline resource allocation to meet ambitious timelines. Drawing upon her extensive experience as a Healthcare Revenue Cycle Executive, Trish excels in helping companies position themselves for growth, and at guiding them through the process of clarifying their vision, validating market receptiveness for their goals, charting a strategic roadmap, and optimizing resources for optimal outcomes in the ever-evolving healthcare marketplace. Additionally, Ben has dedicated the majority of his career to the healthcare sector, with a significant focus on revenue cycle management over the last decade. Observing that the revenue cycle had remained unchanged for years, he embarked on a mission to challenge the conventional approach by initiating two groundbreaking projects. In November 2017, Ben launched the RCM Leaders Forum, an exclusive event designed to gather leaders in healthcare revenue cycle management for focused discussions without distractions. Furthermore, Ben has fostered a sense of community through his video podcast “My Good Friends,” which features interviews with event participants and professionals from various fields. Throughout the episode, Ben and Trish expand on the recent Change Healthcare cyber data breach, how the implications of the breach will impact the industry, and how the healthcare ecosystem as a whole will need to proceed going forward. Show Notes (0:41) Introducing Trish Rivard and Ben Reigle (5:34) Analyzing the Recent Cyber Breach (16:18) About Change Healthcare (24:59) Impacts of the Cyber Breach (34:41) What Healthcare Marketers Need to Know about Data (38:43) Revenue Implications of the Cyber Breach (43:54) Closing Thoughts
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Introducing Ratio's [Buyer Matrix Series]
03/05/2024
Introducing Ratio's [Buyer Matrix Series]
Welcome to the debut episode of our exciting new monthly series on the Buyer Matrix, brought to you by ! In this episode, we unveil our innovative approach to understanding and engaging with key players in the healthcare technology sector through our newly launched Buyer Directory. Join us as we delve into the intricacies of the Buyer Matrix methodology, designed to provide invaluable insights into some of the most sought-after healthcare technology buyers. Whether you're a seasoned industry professional or just starting out, this series promises to offer enlightening discussions and actionable strategies for engaging with the healthcare market. Hosted by John Farkas, alongside Jess Head, we'll explore how the Buyer Matrix℠ empowers companies to navigate the market with precision, empathy, and trust. Show Notes (0:42) Introducing the New Monthly Series (4:54) Defining the Buyer Matrix (15:07) Effective Marketing Communication for Teams (23:49) Highlighting the Core Challenges CIOs Face (26:49) Closing Thoughts
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Mark Donnigan — The Critical Nature of Leading with Value
01/16/2024
Mark Donnigan — The Critical Nature of Leading with Value
On this episode of Healthcare Market Matrix, host John Farkas is joined by Mark Donnigan, virtual CMO and go-to-market consultant at , a company that builds sustainable marketing strategies while executing go-to-market plans that yield real business results by being rooted in first principles thinking. Mark has extensive experience working alongside sales, product, operations, and finance to ensure his client’s objectives are always exceeded. As an accomplished storyteller and expert content marketer, Mark believes the modern marketing function is built on the foundation of content publishing with category design, ABM, SEO, conversion rate optimization, email outreach, and paid advertising tactics. Throughout the episode, Mark shares his vast knowledge around the importance of leading with value during go-to-market efforts and analyzes a recent product launch that failed to effectively and easily convey its value proposition to its buyers, ultimately leading to its downfall. Show Notes (1:47) Introducing Mark Donnigan and Growth Stage Marketing (10:12) Understanding Where to Start from the Nature of Go-to-Market (18:21) Leading with Value in a Constrained Healthcare Climate (31:19) Analyzing Humane AI’s Recent Launch Failure (45:15) Asking Hard Questions during Go-to-Market Efforts (56:34) Closing Thoughts
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Christopher McCord — The State of Healthtech Funding: Considerations for 2024
12/19/2023
Christopher McCord — The State of Healthtech Funding: Considerations for 2024
On this episode of Healthcare Market Matrix, host John Farkas is joined by Christopher McCord, Managing Director at Healthcare Growth Partners (HGP), an investment banking and strategic advisory firm exclusively focused on transformational Health IT. HGP combats breakdowns between stakeholders in the traditional banking model and our healthcare system by aligning with its clients through engagement design, client transparency, and its fundamental desire to do right by those who put their trust in them. Additionally, Healthcare Growth Partners’ passion for healthcare inspires them to generate broad, overarching improvements to the functionality and sustainability of health by delivering customized guidance to select clients looking to execute high value health IT, health information services, and digital health transactions. Throughout the episode, Christopher expands on the culture of investment banking and engages in a discussion on the current healthcare market and what one can expect from it in the future. Show Notes (1:17) Introducing Christopher McCord and Healthcare Growth Partners (18:36) Healthcare Growth Partners’ Approach to Partnerships (34:44) An Analysis of the Current Market and Its Horizon (51:55) The Future of Healthcare Sectors (1:07:36) The Culture and Expectations of Investment Banking (1:13:31) Closing Thoughts
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Mac Davis & Dr. Ramon Jacobs-Shaw — Blending Compassion and Tech: Elevating the Clinical Perspective in Healthtech
12/12/2023
Mac Davis & Dr. Ramon Jacobs-Shaw — Blending Compassion and Tech: Elevating the Clinical Perspective in Healthtech
On this episode of Healthcare Market Matrix, host John Farkas sits down with Mac Davis and Dr. Ramon Jacobs-Shaw from Belong Health where Mac serves as the VP of Digital Product and Data and Dr. Jacobs-Shaw is the Chief Clinical Officer. Belong Health delivers a more compassionate, straightforward insurance experience for Medicare-eligible individuals by partnering with regional health plans to help them launch or grow market-leading Medicare Advantage and Special Needs Plans. Additionally, Belong Health believes high-quality health care should be accessible to all, and local, regional health plans are best positioned to serve their communities as their trusted health insurance partners.Throughout the episode, Mac and Dr. Jacobs-Shaw expands on how Belong Health is doing a phenomenal job at addressing and finding solutions for care gaps in the healthtech industry. Show Notes (1:21) Introducing Mac Davis and Dr. Ramon Jacobs-Shaw (13:01) How the Culture of Healthcare Systems Impact Consumer Transformation (22:21) Leveraging Technology to Address Care Gaps for Underserved Populations (36:48) Frustrations and Shortcomings within the HealthTech Sector (45:46) Closing Thoughts
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Mitch Holdwick — From Disparate to Actionable Data — The Anatomy of Consumer Engagement
12/05/2023
Mitch Holdwick — From Disparate to Actionable Data — The Anatomy of Consumer Engagement
On this episode of Healthcare Market Matrix, host John Farkas sits down with Mitch Holdwick, Director of Consumer Transformation at Innovaccer, the number one platform for value-based care that unifies patient data across systems and care settings, and empowers healthcare organizations with scalable, modern applications that improve clinical, financial, operational, and experimental outcomes. With over fourteen years of experience with a healthcare marketing focus, Mitch has an honest approach to consumer engagement strategies and has successfully led teams working to drive volume with business and service line priorities. Throughout the episode, John and Mitch discuss how Innovaccer is unifying patient records and patient data and how Innovaccer is marketing in the health systems. Show Notes (1:12) Introducing Mitch Holdwick and Innovaccer (8:30) The Unification of Patient Records and Patient Data (16:21) Rediscovering the Joy of Medicine (18:18) How Innovaccer is Marketing in the Health Systems (23:02) Delineating between Target Markets (31:33) Measuring Success with Proactive Engagement Strategies (37:21) Customer Relationships and Engagement Initiatives (50:15) Innovaccer’s Newer Products and Offerings (54:06) Closing Thoughts
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[Encore Episode] Bill Russell — The CIO Journey: From Information to Innovation in Modern Healthcare
11/28/2023
[Encore Episode] Bill Russell — The CIO Journey: From Information to Innovation in Modern Healthcare
There is a clear distinction between individuals who seek to promote themselves by advancing technology in healthcare and those that seek to move healthcare forward by advancing meaningful technology. is undoubtedly the latter. Formerly the CIO for St. Joseph’s Health, Bill oversaw a $6.5 billion healthcare system with sixteen hospitals, and he has contributed to IT advancements such as agile cloud development in healthcare. On this episode of Healthcare Market Matrix, Bill joins host to discuss the unique challenges CIOs face, adopting healthtech solutions, AI’s impact on healthcare, and much more. Show Notes (1:11) Introducing Bill Russell (3:29) The Unique Challenges of the CIO Role (7:29) Tips for Pitching to CIOs (13:53) What Problems Are CIOs Solving Today? (17:29) Finding New Tech Solutions through Other Health Systems (21:48) Bill on Failed Implementations (26:35) Partnering with Health Systems (28:22) Bill’s Expectations for AI’s Impact on Healthcare (34:22) The Need for AI Policies in Healthcare (42:24) AI’s Impact on Other Industries (45:32) Bill on Why Healthcare Needs to Integrate Quickly (48:06) Bill’s Favorite Transformative Ideas in Healthcare (52:14) The Importance of Quality Leadership (57:44) Closing Thoughts Read a transcript of this episode: https://goratio.com/podcast/the-cio-journey-from-information-to-innovation-in-modern-healthcare Subscribe to Ratio's Insights Squared newsletter: Links & Resources
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B. Anderson (Andy) Flatt — Exploring the Tech Roadmap for Eldercare Facilities
11/21/2023
B. Anderson (Andy) Flatt — Exploring the Tech Roadmap for Eldercare Facilities
On this episode of Healthcare Market Matrix, host John Farkas sits down with Andy Flatt, Senior Vice President and CIO of National HealthCare Corporation, or NHC, which is the oldest and among the largest publicly traded, long-term healthcare companies in the nation. Andy has 40+ of experience in a combination of public and private healthcare organizations, including more than twenty years as a CIO. Throughout the episode, John and Andy discuss the scope of NHC, Andy’s leadership approach working in a high-pressure environment, and the role Andy sees technology playing in the future of NHC. Show Notes (1:25) Introducing Andy Flatt and National HealthCare Corporation (7:32) A Look into Andy’s Position at NHC (11:45) Critical Concerns in the Eldercare Space (22:56) Challenges with Implementing New Technology (26:20) Partnering with Solution Providers (34:59) What NHC If Looking For with Solution Providers (44:56) Anticipating NHC’s Future Development (51:25) Closing Thoughts Subscribe to Ratio's Insights Squared newsletter: https://goratio.com/newsletter
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Aaron Hillman — Empowering a Consultative Approach to Marketing
11/14/2023
Aaron Hillman — Empowering a Consultative Approach to Marketing
On this episode of Healthcare Market Matrix, John Farkas is joined by Aaron Hillman, advisory board member at Ratio, to discuss the intricacies of marketing products and solutions to healthcare enterprises, specifically with a consultative approach. Throughout the episode, John and Aaron emphasize the importance of getting out into the field to gather intelligence in order to effectively meet the market’s unmet needs. And with almost twenty years in the industry, Aaron shares his thoughts on how to assert value propositions through strategic and targeted content. Show Notes (0:20) Introducing Aaron Hillman (2:39) Unifying Growth Efforts with a Consultative Marketing Approach (8:00) Stewardship as a Consultative Marketer (13:04) Critical Interactions in the Translation Layer (25:13)The Importance of Intelligence Gathering (32:34) Meeting the Needs of the Market (40:56) Asserting Value Propositions through Content (52:28) Closing Thoughts
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[Applied Theory Series] Kyle Numann — Building Digital Platforms Designed for Growth
11/07/2023
[Applied Theory Series] Kyle Numann — Building Digital Platforms Designed for Growth
On this episode of Healthcare Market Matrix, host Jessica Head is back for another episode in her Applied Learning series. Jessica is joined by Kyle Numann, design and development director at Ratio, for a conversation about how marketers and their teams can build digital platforms designed for growth and scale. Together, Jessica and Kyle cover the importance of making data-driven solutions when introducing a brand, the power of the buyer matrix, and designing for diverse populations. Show Notes (1:18) Introducing Kyle Numann (3:16) Making Data-Driven Solutions When Introducing a Brand Digitally (6:27) The Buyer Matrix (9:38) Designing for Diverse Populations (12:41) Closing Thoughts Subscribe to Ratio's Insights Squared newsletter: https://goratio.com/newsletter
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Reed Smith — Building a Consumer-Centric Patient Experience
10/31/2023
Reed Smith — Building a Consumer-Centric Patient Experience
On this episode of Healthcare Market Matrix, host sits down with Chief Consumer Officer at , for a conversation about Reed’s role with Ardent and his thoughts on the state of the healthcare marketing industry. Reed has spent twenty years in healthcare marketing, serving in prominent positions for the Texas Hospital associations and working with the world’s largest healthcare brands and providers as a strategist. Throughout the episode, John and Reed discuss Ardent’s approach to AI, the importance of a clear value proposition, and what Reed looks for in providers. Show Notes (1:04) Introducing Reed Smith and Ardent Health (7:08) Reed’s Role at Ardent (15:17) Ardent’s Main Partnerships (22:41) Engaging with Different Consumer Segments (27:42) Ardent’s Approach to AI (30:49) Reed’s Three-Year Outlook with Ardent (36:47) The Importance of a Clear Value Proposition (42:38) Looking for Innovation at Conferences (45:34) What Reed Looks For on Provider’s Websites (48:54) Closing Thoughts
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[Ratio Insights] Unlocking Healthcare's Horizon in 2024: The Critical Nature of Understanding Your Value Equation
10/24/2023
[Ratio Insights] Unlocking Healthcare's Horizon in 2024: The Critical Nature of Understanding Your Value Equation
On this episode of Healthcare Market Matrix, John Farkas is joined by Taylor Underwood, Content Director at Ratio, to discuss the top three problems the healthcare industry faces today. Having completed the fall healthcare conference season, John considers the industry’s goals and priorities for 2024. How is healthcare addressing the clinician shortage? How can we improve payment processing and payer-provider relations to create less friction? How can we enhance the patient experience? Show Notes (1:16) Introducing Taylor Underwood (2:36) John’s Takeaways from the Fall Conference Season (8:47) The Healthcare Industry’s Near-Term Priorities (16:58) Artisight, a Transformative Tool (20:58) How Technology Is Solving the Clinician Shortage (25:20) Payer-Provider Relations and Payment Processing (29:53) Improving Patient Experience (37:42) The Challenges of Point Solutions (40:14) Closing Thoughts Subscribe to Ratio's Insights Squared newsletter: https://goratio.com/newsletter
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Tod Fetherling — The Horizon of Data and Analytics
10/17/2023
Tod Fetherling — The Horizon of Data and Analytics
On this episode of Healthcare Market Matrix, host John Farkas is joined by Tod Fetherling for an astute conversation about the growing role of data and analytics in healthcare. Tod is Huron's managing director of data and analytics and global products, and he has spent over three decades building a comprehensive understanding of the importance of the smart use of data in healthcare. Throughout the episode, John and Tod discuss healthcare's changing approach to data, the importance of data literacy in healthcare today, and several of the emerging trends in healthcare data analytics. Show Notes (1:14) Tod’s Healthcare Journey (8:16) Healthcare’s Changing Approach to Data (13:25) Taking Data-Informed Action (18:33) Educating the Target Market on the Practical Benefits of Data (23:06) The Importance of Data Literacy and Security (30:54) Emerging Trends in Data Analytics (37:27) An Overview of Huron (39:31) Upcoming Healthcare Trends (49:02) Closing Thoughts
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Haden McWhorter — The Premise Health Playbook: What does it mean to be Enterprise-ready?
10/10/2023
Haden McWhorter — The Premise Health Playbook: What does it mean to be Enterprise-ready?
On this episode of Healthcare Market Matrix, host sits down with for an insightful conversation about and the future of direct healthcare. Haden is the chief information officer at Premise and has spent the better part of a decade driving meaningful change as a leader in the healthcare ecosystem. Throughout the episode, John and Haden discuss the importance of member engagement, Haden’s unique value equation, BFF program, and much more. Show Notes (1:42) Haden’s Accidental Journey to Healthcare (11:02) An Overview of Premise Health (17:22) Haden’s Role with Premise Health (22:36) Promoting Member Engagement (27:15) Haden’s Value Equation (35:34) Using Data to Improve Engagement (42:16) Epic’s BFF Program and Other Premise Health Partners (51:42) Haden’s View on AI (54:55) Closing Questions Read a transcript of this episode: Subscribe to Ratio's Insights Squared newsletter: https://goratio.com/newsletter
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[Encore Episode] Stephanie Lahr, MD — Bringing the Joy Back to Medicine
10/03/2023
[Encore Episode] Stephanie Lahr, MD — Bringing the Joy Back to Medicine
Our healthcare systems will never experience the transformational changes they need unless we consider the system-level solutions that are capable of leading to widespread change. Luckily, Stephanie Lahr and Artisight are on the frontlines of this industry-wide battle. Stephanie began her career as an internal medicine physician, but she was always fascinated by the intersection of health IT and care delivery. Now, several years later, Stephanie has leveraged her experience as a physician to uniquely excel in multiple administrative roles that are not commonly occupied by physicians. Her unique experience and background lay the groundwork for the fascinating conversation she had with host John Farkas, in which they discussed several best practices for creating systematic change in healthcare. Show Notes (1:46) Avoiding Traditional Career Paths and Looking To Solve Problems (7:28) Joining Artisight and Creating Transformation in Healthcare (11:06) How Hurricane Ike Led Stephanie to a Career in Medical Informatics (16:11) Bridging the Gap Between Clinicians and IT (18:32) Why CMIOs Are Impactful Strategic Leaders (23:09) Stephanie’s Experience Transitioning from CMIO to CIO (30:25) The Do’s and Don’t’s of Pitching to a CIO (39:38) Utilizing Empathetic Authority to Solve Problems (43:05) Prioritizing Solving over Selling (45:30) Systematic Issues That CMIOs and CIOs Face (51:18) Closing Thoughts
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[Applied Theory Series] Peter Smith — Crafting RevOps Funnels and Building High-Performing Teams
09/26/2023
[Applied Theory Series] Peter Smith — Crafting RevOps Funnels and Building High-Performing Teams
On this episode of Healthcare Market Matrix’s Applied Theory Series, host is joined by , co-founder and President of Ratio, for an insightful conversation about RevOps, customer success, and how those two elements inform . Peter is the master of operational and financial functions at Ratio and has worked with countless clients over the last twelve years, helping to craft KPIs and corresponding budgets to meet marketing goals. Throughout the episode, Jessica and Peter discuss building a team equipped for marketing success, recommendations for marketing executives building a 90-day plan, and Peter’s favorite tools for mapping KPIs. Show Notes (1:09) Peter Smith on Cofounding Ratio (5:09) Peter on the Struggle of Properly Appreciating Marketing Efforts (12:43) Building a Team Equipped for Marketing Success (19:43) Peter’s Recommendations for a Marketing Executive’s 90-Day Plan (27:01) Favorite Tools for Mapping KPIs (31:06) Resources for Those Evaluating RevOps and Closing Thoughts Read a transcript of this episode: https://goratio.com/podcast/applied-theory-series-crafting-revops-funnels-and-building-high-performing-teams Subscribe to Ratio's Insights Squared newsletter: https://goratio.com/newsletter
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Laura O'Toole — Shortening the Sales Cycle with Value-Driven Solutions
09/19/2023
Laura O'Toole — Shortening the Sales Cycle with Value-Driven Solutions
On this episode of Healthcare Market Matrix, host sits down with , Advisory Board Member and CEO of , for an enlightening conversation about her thirty-plus years of experience in healthcare enterprise IT implementation. After spending much of her career strategically designing, developing, and implementing transformational projects as a global consulting professional, Laura transitioned to the provider space with SureTest, where she and her team create intelligent healthcare IT automation solutions that save clients thousands of hours of work. Throughout the episode, John and Laura discuss value-driven solutions, selling to CIOs and becoming enterprise-ready. Show Notes (1:49) Introducing Laura O’Toole and Her Healthcare Journey (5:57) SureTest (8:58) Laura on Providing Value-Driven Solutions (14:38) Inspiring Confidence in Your Solution (24:24) Advice on Selling to CIOs (30:01) Trends, Solutions, and Technologies That Impress Laura (35:11) Becoming Enterprise-Ready (47:33) Ethical Considerations with Generative AI (53:31) Closing Thoughts Read a transcript of this episode: Subscribe to Ratio's Insights Squared newsletter: https://goratio.com/newsletter
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Trish Rivard — Exploring Health System Finance and Revenue Cycle Purchase Plans
09/12/2023
Trish Rivard — Exploring Health System Finance and Revenue Cycle Purchase Plans
On this episode of Healthcare Market Matrix, host is joined by for an insightful conversation about the 2023 report. Trish is a healthcare technology and revenue cycle expert, and she has a real passion for translating market feedback into actionable strategies and investments. With a decade of experience with the Federal Reserve, as well as stints with R1 and TriZetto Provider Solutions, Trish founded Eliciting Insights, a marketing research group that provides quality market feedback to healthcare companies and investors. Throughout the episode, John and Trish discuss the recent HFMA report, common frustrations with prior authorizations, why Trish created , and more. Show Notes (1:14) Introducing Trish Rivard (4:35) The HFMA Health System Purchase Plans 2023 Report (11:56) Merging and Consolidating Health Systems (17:38) Common Frustrations with Prior Authorizations (23:17) Patient Self-Service, Coding Automation, and CDI Solutions (27:02) How Automation Will Affect the Revenue Cycle (29:50) The Pros and Cons of Full Outsourcing (33:43) Why Trish Created Eliciting Insights (42:03) Closing Thoughts Read a transcript of this episode: Subscribe to Ratio's Insights Squared newsletter: https://goratio.com/newsletter
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Justin Mooneyhan — Inside AMSURG: Navigating Healthcare Innovation, Challenges, and the Future of Surgery Tech
09/05/2023
Justin Mooneyhan — Inside AMSURG: Navigating Healthcare Innovation, Challenges, and the Future of Surgery Tech
On this episode of Healthcare Market Matrix, host, is joined by , Senior Director of Strategy, Solutions, and Innovation at , with over a decade of expertise in healthcare, technology, strategy, process improvement, and project and portfolio management. He has led all efforts related to IT strategy, technology solution design, architecture, and efforts to drive innovation and technology enablement/modernization across enterprise-level organizations. Tune in as John and Justin delve into the exciting prospects of AMSURG, exploring the challenges associated with integrating cutting-edge technologies within Ambulatory Surgical Centers (ASCs). Show Notes (1:28) Introducing Justin Mooneyhan and His Healthcare Background (12:31) Prioritizing Physician Partners (16:24) Justin’s Role at AMSURG (18:55) How Justin Stays Up-to-Date with New Innovations (21:49) AMSURG’s Innovation Blueprint (27:30) Difficulties with Deploying New Technologies (32:44) What Justin Looks for in Healthtech Solution Providers (38:46) Justin’s Favorite Healthtech Events and Conferences (40:49) Efficiency Driven Solutions (44:24) Creating a Consumer-Centric Digital Experience (47:28) The Importance of a Strong Operating Capability Read a transcript of this episode: https://goratio.com/podcast/health-tech-horizons-navigating-nursing-challenges-innovations Subscribe to Ratio's Insights Squared newsletter: https://goratio.com/newsletter
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Kelly Aldrich — Health Tech Horizons: Navigating Nursing Challenges & Innovations
08/29/2023
Kelly Aldrich — Health Tech Horizons: Navigating Nursing Challenges & Innovations
With over 35 years of experience in clinical, academic, and leadership roles across nursing and healthcare, is a tremendous HIT strategist, innovator, and thought leader who has consistently demonstrated a strong commitment to leveraging advanced technology to improve nurses' lives and patient outcomes. Kelly joins host on this Healthcare Market Matrix episode to discuss her healthcare experience, building solutions for nurses, and the importance of patient-centered care. Show Notes (1:20) Introducing Dave Brooks and His Healthcare Journey (7:31) How Dave and People.Health Improved Healthcare Systems during the Pandemic (14:06) Pitching Technology Solutions to Government Entities (21:12) De-Risking Technology Solutions (25:23) The Importance of Value Equations and Avoiding Over-Complexity (36:07) A CEO’s Perspective on Selling to a CEO (47:39) Addressing Workforce Issues (51:19) Closing Thoughts Read a transcript of this episode: https://goratio.com/podcast/health-tech-horizons-navigating-nursing-challenges-innovations Subscribe to Ratio's Insights Squared newsletter: Resources & Links
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[Applied Theory Series] Bennett Farkas — Credibility by Design
08/22/2023
[Applied Theory Series] Bennett Farkas — Credibility by Design
In this special Applied Theory Series feature episode, we reveal how our agency leverages design to build credibility among healthcare providers for the tech companies we serve. Cofounder Bennett Farkas shares real-life examples highlighting the impact of effective design in creating a strong pipeline. Together, we explore the world of design in enterprise health tech, uncovering the challenges, triumphs, and brand movements championed by our team for leading tech companies today. Show Notes (1:14) Introducing Bennett Farkas and His History with Design (4:55) Designing for Experience and Activation (12:23) Building Credibility among the Provider Ecosystem (15:19) Approaching Brand Guidelines and Overall Brand Direction (19:43) Bennett’s Favorite Tools for Design Exploration (23:08) Closing Thoughts Read a transcript of this episode: https://goratio.com/podcast/credibility-by-design-applied-theory-series-feature Subscribe to Ratio's Insights Squared newsletter: https://goratio.com/newsletter
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'Golden Spiral' Rebrands to 'Ratio'
08/15/2023
'Golden Spiral' Rebrands to 'Ratio'
We are excited to share that, as of today, Golden Spiral will now be known as Ratio! Our agency’s mission and passion have always been to help transformative technologies gain the visibility they deserve, and we look forward to continuing in this pursuit. This new chapter launches with a healthcare advisory board to deliver mentor-backed and data-driven marketing solutions to the technology companies that we serve, and it’s certainly an exciting moment that our team has been looking forward to. Learn more about the rebrand by visiting our new website, ! Read a transcript of this episode: https://goratio.com/podcast/golden-spiral-goes-ratio Subscribe to Ratio's Insights Squared newsletter: https://goratio.com/newsletter
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Harvey Castro, MD — Unleashing the Power of AI in Healthcare
08/08/2023
Harvey Castro, MD — Unleashing the Power of AI in Healthcare
With the recent surge in the public usage of AI tools such as ChatGPT, the healthcare industry must consider how these tools can impact and improve patient care across the spectrum. As with the implementation of any new technology, there are early success stories and cautionary tales alike, and it can be difficult to predict how your healthcare system can most effectively implement AI and technology solutions to heighten efficiency and effectiveness. , a ChatGPT healthcare advisor, joins host on this episode of Healthcare Market Matrix to discuss the challenges the healthcare industry faces with AI adoption, how ChatGPT applications can change healthcare forever, and the ethical considerations surrounding AI solutions in healthcare. Show Notes (1:04) Introducing Harvey Castro (4:25) Harvey’s Innovative Nature (10:13) Harvey’s Interest in AI (17:04) Challenges the Healthcare System Faces with AI Adoption (22:20) ChatGPT Applications That Can Change Healthcare (28:27) Harvey’s Advice to Healthtech Companies Developing Healthcare Solutions (35:34) Ethical Considerations Surrounding AI Solutions in Healthcare (39:19) Using Technology to Bring the Hospital to the Home (43:22) Why Healthtech Companies Must Be Able to Pivot (53:03) Closing Thoughts Check out Harvey's book ChatGPT and Healthcare: Unlocking the Potential of Patient Empowerment: Read a transcript of this episode: https://goratio.com/podcast/unleashing-the-power-of-ai-in-healthcare Subscribe to Ratio's Insights Squared newsletter: https://goratio.com/newsletter
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Nicole Tremblett — Empowering Care: HCA's Journey to Quality Care through Tech Partnerships
08/01/2023
Nicole Tremblett — Empowering Care: HCA's Journey to Quality Care through Tech Partnerships
Summary While many in the healthcare industry knew a nursing shortage was on the horizon, the pandemic expedited the crisis in a way few saw coming. Now more than ever, it’s imperative that healthcare creates an environment that allows nurses to focus less on administrative tasks and more on what they love to do: caring for patients. is the VP of the Information Technology Group, responsible for nursing, HR technologies, and identity and access at , and she joins host on this episode of Healthcare Market Matrix to discuss how she’s addressing this crisis in her role at HCA. Throughout the episode, John and Nicole examine the nursing crisis, HR’s important role in bringing stability, HCA’s approach to implementing technology solutions, and much more. Show Notes (1:15) Introducing Nicole Tremblett (3:36) Healthcare’s Nursing Crisis (7:35) Recommendations for Selling to Large Healthcare Organizations (12:14) Healthtech Solutions that Nicole Is Considering (15:32) HR’s Impact on the Nursing Crisis (18:56) Identity, Access, and Data (22:18) How Nicole and HCA Stay Up to Date with Healthcare Solutions (26:03) HCA’s Approach to Implementing New Technologies (34:44) Nicole’s Magic Wand Solutions (38:15) Closing Questions Read a transcript of this episode: https://goratio.com/podcast/empowering-care-hcas-journey-to-quality-care-through-tech-partnerships Subscribe to Ratio's Insights Squared newsletter: https://goratio.com/newsletter
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Dave Brooks — From Crisis to Progress: Population Health in the New Normal
07/25/2023
Dave Brooks — From Crisis to Progress: Population Health in the New Normal
Few healthcare executives have as much experience in the industry as — currently the Chief Strategy Officer with , Dave became the CEO and VP of Physician Services for Christus Medical Group in 1996 before becoming the EVP and COO for Central DuPage Health in 2002. He has also served as CEO of Providence Health and Services, president of Ascension St. John Hospital and SVP of their East Region, President of St Joseph Mercy Health in Ann Arbor and Livingston, and the Director of Wayne County Health in Detroit, Michigan. On this episode of Healthcare Market Matrix, Dave joins host, to talk about his healthcare career, the path to de-risking technology solutions, and offers valuable insights into population health and its impact on the future of healthcare. Show Notes (1:20) Introducing Dave Brooks and His Healthcare Journey (7:31) How Dave and People.Health Improved Healthcare Systems during the Pandemic (14:06) Pitching Technology Solutions to Government Entities (21:12) De-Risking Technology Solutions (25:23) The Importance of Value Equations and Avoiding Over-Complexity (36:07) A CEO’s Perspective on Selling to a CEO (47:39) Addressing Workforce Issues (51:19) Closing Thoughts Read a transcript of this episode: https://goratio.com/podcast/from-crisis-to-progress-population-health-in-the-new-normal Subscribe to Ratio's Insights Squared newsletter: https://goratio.com/newsletter
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Bill Russell — The CIO Journey: From Information to Innovation in Modern Healthcare
07/18/2023
Bill Russell — The CIO Journey: From Information to Innovation in Modern Healthcare
There is a clear distinction between individuals who seek to promote themselves by advancing technology in healthcare and those that seek to move healthcare forward by advancing meaningful technology. is undoubtedly the latter. Formerly the CIO for St. Joseph’s Health, Bill oversaw a $6.5 billion healthcare system with sixteen hospitals, and he has contributed to IT advancements such as agile cloud development in healthcare. On this episode of Healthcare Market Matrix, Bill joins host to discuss the unique challenges CIOs face, adopting healthtech solutions, AI’s impact on healthcare, and much more. Show Notes (1:11) Introducing Bill Russell (3:29) The Unique Challenges of the CIO Role (7:29) Tips for Pitching to CIOs (13:53) What Problems Are CIOs Solving Today? (17:29) Finding New Tech Solutions through Other Health Systems (21:48) Bill on Failed Implementations (26:35) Partnering with Health Systems (28:22) Bill’s Expectations for AI’s Impact on Healthcare (34:22) The Need for AI Policies in Healthcare (42:24) AI’s Impact on Other Industries (45:32) Bill on Why Healthcare Needs to Integrate Quickly (48:06) Bill’s Favorite Transformative Ideas in Healthcare (52:14) The Importance of Quality Leadership (57:44) Closing Thoughts Read a transcript of this episode: https://goratio.com/podcast/the-cio-journey-from-information-to-innovation-in-modern-healthcare Subscribe to Ratio's Insights Squared newsletter: Links & Resources
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Tom Mitchell — Mastering Your Value Equation in a Loud and Crowded Market
07/11/2023
Tom Mitchell — Mastering Your Value Equation in a Loud and Crowded Market
The CMO role is typically the shortest-tenured position in health tech C-suites, but is the exception to the rule. As a seasoned healthcare professional, Tom has over thirty years of experience in and around the healthcare universe, as well as a strong background in leading marketing operations for multiple high-growth healthcare and technology firms. On this episode of Healthcare Market Matrix, Tom and host discuss sticking with long-term multi-channel marketing strategies, setting realistic expectations, creating true and lasting relationships with industry associations, and marketing series partnership with the chapter. Show Notes (1:18) Introducing Tom Mitchell (2:30) Tom’s Background in Healthcare (5:38) Measuring the Success of Marketing Efforts in Healthcare (9:24) Tom’s Experience Targeting the C-Suite (17:36) Committing to a Long-Term Multi-Channel Strategy (22:59) The Importance of Your Value Equation (29:04) Setting Realistic Expectations for Your Marketing Strategy (35:24) Tom on Creating True, Lasting Relationships (39:06) The Convergence of Sales, Marketing, and Product (45:34) Tom’s Advice to Healthcare Marketing Professionals (46:36) The Tennessee HIMSS Marketing Seminar (50:13) Closing Thoughts Read a transcript of this episode: https://goratio.com/podcast/mastering-your-value-equation-in-a-loud-and-crowded-market Subscribe to Ratio's Insights Squared newsletter: https://goratio.com/newsletter
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Eric Thrailkill — AMSURG to Investor: Pioneering Nashville's Healthcare Future
07/04/2023
Eric Thrailkill — AMSURG to Investor: Pioneering Nashville's Healthcare Future
With the current tech adoption rate, CIOs are tasked with the impossible: staying up-to-date and ahead of the curve with new products and systems that help increase value across their business. , former CIO at and current investor, knows this struggle first-hand. In this episode of Healthcare Market Matrix, Eric joins host , CEO of , to discuss the challenges healthtech companies encounter when striving to meet the ever-evolving needs of large healthcare systems. Show Notes (1:14) Introducing Eric Thrailkill and His Journey to the CIO Role (7:59) Creating an Environment for Learning and Growth (13:22) Eric’s Thoughts on Pitching to CIOs (17:51) Utilizing Vendor Partnerships to Stay Current on Rapid Technology Development (20:45) Challenges Healthcare Companies Face Today and Their Solutions (28:22) Optimizing Telehealth Solutions for True Hybrid Care (32:32) Starting Conversations with Telehealth Academy (36:09) Understanding the Value of Collaboration and Partnerships across Healthcare (43:21) Three Areas of Healthcare that Eric Is Excited About (47:51) Eric’s Favorite Sources for Continued Learning and Problem Solving (53:42) Closing Thoughts Read a transcript of this episode: https://goratio.com/podcast/amsurg-to-investor-pioneering-nashvilles-healthcare-future Subscribe to Ratio's Insights Squared newsletter: https://goratio.com/newsletter
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Stephanie Lahr — Bringing the Joy Back to Medicine
06/27/2023
Stephanie Lahr — Bringing the Joy Back to Medicine
Our healthcare systems will never experience the transformational changes they need unless we consider the system-level solutions capable of leading to widespread change. Luckily, and are on the frontlines of this industry-wide battle. Stephanie began her career as an internal medicine physician, but she was always fascinated by the intersection of health IT and care delivery. Now, several years later, Stephanie has leveraged her experience as a physician to uniquely excel in multiple administrative roles that are not commonly occupied by physicians. Her unique experience and background lay the groundwork for her fascinating conversation with host , CEO of , in which they discuss several best practices for creating systematic change in healthcare. Show Notes (0:58) Avoiding Traditional Career Paths and Looking To Solve Problems (6:10) Joining Artisight and Creating Transformation in Healthcare (9:48) How Hurricane Ike Led Stephanie to a Career in Medical Informatics (14:53) Bridging the Gap Between Clinicians and IT (17:04) Why CMIOs Are Impactful Strategic Leaders (21:51) Stephanie’s Experience Transitioning from CMIO to CIO (29:07) The Do’s and Don’t’s of Pitching to a CIO (38:21) Utilizing Empathetic Authority to Solve Problems (41:47) Prioritizing Solving over Selling (44:12) Systematic Issues That CMIOs and CIOs Face (50:00) Closing Thoughts Read a transcript of this episode: https://goratio.com/podcast/bringing-the-joy-back-to-medicine Subscribe to Ratio's Insights Squared newsletter: https://goratio.com/newsletter
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Introducing: Healthcare Market Matrix Podcast
06/20/2023
Introducing: Healthcare Market Matrix Podcast
Introducing Healthcare Market Matrix, an all-new podcast series presented by Golden Spiral. Healthcare Market Matrix is a podcast series providing an in-depth exploration of the challenges healthcare organization leaders face that technology has the chance to help them solve. We aim to create a comprehensive, referenceable resource health tech companies can use to develop and bring products to market ready to address their customers' unique needs. Through our captivating conversations, we aim to weave together a tapestry of diverse voices united in their commitment to enhancing the accessibility and quality of healthcare for all people. New episodes drop every Tuesday at 12 pm CT. Subscribe on the platform of your choice, and tune in next week for our first full episode!
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