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Mari Savickis with CHIME

CHIME

Mari Savickis, VP of Public Policy for CHIME, joins Panda Perspectives live from the VIVE show floor to break down how shifting federal priorities and political uncertainty are impacting digital health progress. As a longtime healthcare policy expert, Mari offers a behind-the-scenes look at how providers are reacting to rapid changes in Washington, highlighting how…

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Charlotte Piper with Ochsner Health

Charlotte Piper, Assistant Vice President of Ochsner Ventures, joins Panda Perspectives to explore how Ochsner Health is leveraging innovation, strategic investment, and deep collaboration to drive real change in healthcare. With a mission to create new value—financial and operational—for the health system, Charlotte shares how her team works across partnerships, internal ventures, and digital transformation…

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Sam Shields with Dartmouth Health

Sam Shields, System VP of Strategy and Regional Operations at Dartmouth Health, joins Panda Perspectives to discuss how the academic health system is navigating digital transformation in a rural setting. With a recently completed strategic plan, Dartmouth is focused on enhancing care for its aging population through innovative models, AI governance, and robust telehealth infrastructure….

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David Clayton

In this Panda Perspectives episode, Duke Health’s David Claxton shares insights on measuring digital health ROI, drawing from his experience in both health systems and as a former digital health vendor. He discusses challenges in validating ROI claims, the importance of realistic vendor partnerships, and the surprising under-prioritization of clinic time savings. David highlights Duke’s…

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Healthcare
Digital Health ROI Report

In this episode of Panda Perspectives, Panda Health’s Amy Oliver and David Jastrow dive into their newly released digital health ROI report, discussing surprising findings and key takeaways. They explore how hospital leaders prioritize patient outcomes, experience, and quality over cost savings, while also addressing skepticism around vendors’ ROI claims.

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Healthcare
This Week Health Discussion

In this episode of Panda Perspectives, Jason Taylor sits down with Sarah and Drex from This Week Health to reflect on the key takeaways from the recent 229 city tour dinners. They explore the unique challenges healthcare leaders are facing, the importance of fostering connections in local communities, and the powerful role vulnerability plays in…

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Hot Takes on Rural Healthcare: Lessons from the Frontlines of a System in Decline
October 21, 2025

Across America, rural hospitals are facing an existential crisis. From physician burnout and recruitment struggles to malpractice insurance woes and shrinking OB units, the challenges facing small health systems are multiplying. According to the National Rural Health Association, roughly 190 rural hospitals have closed down or discontinued inpatient care since 2010 — and many more…

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Protecting Private Schools and Faith-Based Communities
October 21, 2025

School Safety Today podcast, presented by Raptor Technologies. In this episode of School Safety Today, host Dr. Amy Grosso speaks with Adam Coughran, founder of Safe Kids, Inc., about how private and faith-based schools can strengthen safety practices despite limited resources. KEY POINTS: Physical systems, community engagement, and knowledge must work together for effective…

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How McDonald’s and Skilltrade Are Transforming Workforce Education for America’s Frontline Employees
October 21, 2025

Work is changing fast. Automation and artificial intelligence aren’t just reshaping how we work—they’re redefining who gets access to opportunity in the first place. With frontline workers making up a significant share of the American workforce—and one in eight Americans having worked at McDonald’s—the discussion about education, skills, and upward mobility feels more urgent…

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Build As You Grow: Lessons in Career, Connection, and Confidence
October 21, 2025

Growth isn’t just about climbing the career ladder — it’s about becoming the kind of person who can lead with empathy, curiosity, and authenticity. In a world that often celebrates titles and achievements, the real work lies in learning to communicate clearly, connect genuinely, and turn moments of uncertainty into opportunities for growth. In this…

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