Medvale Radio

What do a rural hospital, the U.S. Army, and a small Idaho town have in common? For Jim Trounson, they’re all part of the path that led to Medvale. In this episode of MEGAPHONE, he reflects on the people, ideas, and moments that shaped the way forward—from early lessons in leadership to pioneering physician group management, and eventually designing a healthcare community rooted in trust and connection. More than a retrospective, this is the backstory of how a lifetime of work turned into a little town called Medvale.

How do you build stronger teams in a high-pressure healthcare system? In this episode of MEGAPHONE, Medvalista Jeff Stewart, MD—physician, mediator, and co-founder of Resolved Conflict—shares why conflict is one of the most avoided topics in healthcare, and what happens when we start teaching physicians how to manage it. He talks about the cultural patterns of avoidance, the impact of early leadership experiences, and how conflict competence can improve collaboration, trust, and wellbeing. Drawing on decades of clinical and administrative leadership, Jeff makes the case for bringing these skills into the heart of healthcare training. For more about Medvale, visit www.medvale.com

How do you stand out in a noisy healthcare landscape? In this episode of Megaphone, Saul Marquez—founder and CEO of Outcomes Rocket—shares how intentional marketing, AI strategy, and real human connection can drive meaningful growth in healthcare. He talks about how his podcast became a business, why brand clarity matters, and how Outcomes Rocket supports large organizations through innovation, acceleration, growth, and what he calls “super connection.” With 2,000 interviews behind him, Saul also reflects on the power of showing up—and what it really takes to scale with purpose.

Missed follow-ups can cost lives, yet many systems still rely on manual processes. In this episode of Megaphone, Angela Adams, CEO of Inflo Health, explains how her team is helping health systems automate follow-up workflows to close care gaps, improve safety, and reduce liability—without adding staff. Drawing on her background in critical care, legal medicine, and startups, she shares why scalable systems matter and what sets Inflo apart. With a goal of reaching 2.8 million lives in five years, Angela offers a clear vision of what it takes to protect patients at scale.

Integrated care is reshaping healthcare, yet many systems remain fragmented. In this episode of Megaphone, Dr. Edward McEachern, Chief Medical Officer at St. Luke’s Health System, examines how better coordination between providers, improved data-sharing, and aligned incentives can drive efficiency and enhance patient outcomes. He breaks down the key barriers to integration, from siloed electronic health records to outdated payment models, and explores solutions that make care more connected. With deep experience in health system leadership, Dr. McEachern shares insights on what it takes to build a seamless, patient-centered healthcare ecosystem.