Becker’s Women’s Leadership

In this episode, Sylvia Hastanan, founder and CEO of Greater Good Health, discusses how her organization is addressing the growing physician shortage by empowering nurse practitioners. She shares insights on improving senior care, expanding access, and the future of value-based primary care.

In this episode of the Becker’s Healthcare Podcast, host Erika Spicer Mason sits down with Helen Figge, Chief Strategy Officer at MedicaSoft, to explore the evolving role of AI in healthcare. They discuss common misconceptions, the importance of responsible AI implementation, and the growing presence of AI-focused leadership roles in health systems. Helen also shares insights on the unique contributions of women in healthcare tech and offers advice for those looking to make an impact in the field. This episode is sponsored by MedicaSoft [https://www.medicasoft.com/].

In this episode, Regina Foley, EVP, Chief Nurse Executive, and Chief Clinical Transformation Officer at Hackensack Meridian Health, shares insights from her 37-year career within the organization, highlighting key workforce initiatives, leadership development, retention strategies, and innovations like virtual nursing to enhance patient care and reduce administrative burdens for nurses.

In this episode, Marie Foley Danecker, DNP, RN, CCRN, NE-BC, Vice President and Chief Nursing Officer at Hackensack Meridian Health Ocean University Medical Center, discusses innovative strategies for nurse retention, workforce stabilization, and supporting novice nurses through mentorship and resource programs.

In this episode, Kim Baich, Chief Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Officer at the PAN Foundation, joins the podcast to discuss the critical importance of diversity in clinical trials. She highlights how addressing social determinants of health, building community trust, and fostering inclusive research are essential to achieving equitable healthcare outcomes for all populations.