I Don't Care
Candid healthcare leadership conversations with Kevin Stevenson
I Don't Care with Dr. Kevin Stevenson, FACHE, is a healthcare leadership podcast that addresses the most pressing trends, challenges, and debates in the healthcare industry. Dr. Stevenson brings a candid, executive-level perspective to topics ranging from revenue cycle management to nursing workforce issues, speaking with practitioners and leaders across the sector. The show is produced by MarketScale and serves healthcare professionals seeking unfiltered industry insight.
Healthcare Leaders Must Act Fast or Lose Control
The I Don't Care channel argues that healthcare's biggest costs come from slow decisions, misaligned incentives, and leaders who avoid hard choices. The proof is in names, numbers, and candid admissions from physicians and executives inside the system.
I Don't Care argues that healthcare's core problems are not technical or informational, but behavioral and structural: leaders move slowly, physicians lack voice, and organizations default to consensus rather than deliberate speed. The channel proves this through interviews with practicing clinicians, health system executives, and entrepreneurs who describe the cost of inaction in real operational terms, from readmission rates to physician burnout to million-dollar EMR implementations that fail on adoption.
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“Have you ever met any company CIO or CEO who says their data is 100% clean?”
Deepak Mittal, founder and CEO of NextGen Invent
By the numbers
86,000
projected U.S. physician shortage by 2036
$100M+
typical U.S. hospital spend on single EMR implementation
1,100 vs 400
urology positions open versus new specialists trained annually
<1%
Pakistan public health spending as share of GDP
What the channel argues
What you'll learn
What to do about it
Who and what shows up
Kenda Dalrymple
Healthcare attorney, managing partner of Dalrymple
Argues that defending a professional license requires attorney expertise in process and documentation; the first moves count most and premature responses can make situations worse.
Deepak Mittal
Founder and CEO of NextGen Invent
Advocates starting healthcare AI pilots with defined problems and suitable data subsets rather than waiting for perfect organization-wide data cleanup.
Mark Van Sumeren
Healthcare strategist with 45-year career in health systems, consulting, supply chain, and private equity
Identifies 'decision pace is capacity' as the core problem; healthcare organizations move slowly due to consensus governance and unclear authority, unlike other industries.
Dr. Krishna Vedala
Practicing internist, obesity medicine specialist
Argues that physicians lack meaningful voice in organizational decisions and that primary care is managed with procedural-specialty productivity expectations, driving burnout.
Dr. Joe Pazona
Board-certified urologist, founder and CEO of VirtuCare
Demonstrates how specialty care shortages (1,100 urology openings, 400 new trainees annually) are reshaping delivery; VirtuCare has grown to 16 partnerships across eight states.
Questions this channel answers
Why do healthcare organizations move slower than peers in other industries?
Healthcare defaults to consensus-driven governance, unclear decision authority, misaligned incentives, and reluctance to accept failure. Van Sumeren calls this 'decision pace is capacity,' meaning slow decisions directly drain operational capacity.
How Targeted Patient Education Improves Outcomes - Steph… →What is the real barrier to healthcare AI adoption?
Waiting for perfectly clean, organization-wide data before starting pilots. Mittal argues this delays projects indefinitely; instead, start with a defined problem, suitable data subset, and early governance structures like NIST's framework.
BedConnect’s Lindsey Joseph on matching post-acute care … →Why are physicians disengaged from healthcare organizations?
Physicians lack meaningful participation in organizational decisions despite being closest to patients. The alignment problem stems from structural decision-making issues, not communication failures; it requires genuine partnership and trust-building through listening and follow-through.
Julia Rehman on who owns healthcare AI decisions →How should you respond to a licensing board complaint?
Never respond alone before an attorney reviews it. The first 24 hours matter most. Licensing boards evaluate complaints on documentation and evidence, not emotional rebuttals; unguided answers create new legal problems without solving the original complaint.
Healthcare staff judge leadership values by decisions, n… →What is driving the specialty care shortage?
Demand far exceeds supply: urology alone has roughly 1,100 open positions but only about 400 new specialists trained annually. Traditional care delivery models are being pushed to their limits as physician burnout rises and clinicians seek autonomy and flexibility.
The Art of Recovery: Where Music and Medicine Meet in Pa… →Best place to start
The Cost of Waiting: Why Healthcare Can't Afford Slow Decisions with Mark Van SumerenCrystallizes the channel's core thesis that healthcare moves slower than other industries and pays a real operational cost for consensus-driven governance and unclear authority.
Who's Really Running Healthcare? (When Physicians No Longer Have a Voice) - Dr. Krishna VedalaNames the structural alignment problem between physicians and administrators and explains why physician disengagement stems from decision-making failures, not communication gaps.Industry context
Healthcare organizations face competing pressures: patients demand speed and accessibility, yet industry leaders report AI adoption is advancing fastest through operational and diagnostic improvements rather than clinical autonomy expansion.
Episodes
Answering a licensing board complaint without a lawyer can make it worse
Don’t rush to answer a licensing board complaint yourself. Learn what to do first and how a careful response can keep things from getting worse.
BedConnect’s Lindsey Joseph on matching post-acute care to patient needs
BedConnect’s founder discusses clinical fit, payer coverage and bed availability. CMS guidance adds patient preferences and quality data to the discharge-planning picture.
NextGen Invent’s Deepak Mittal argues for scoped healthcare AI pilots with early governance
NextGen Invent’s Deepak Mittal argues that healthcare AI pilots can begin with a reliable data subset and early governance. His performance figures are vendor claims, not independently verified results.
Julia Rehman on who owns healthcare AI decisions
Learn how healthcare leaders can integrate AI effectively with governance, human judgment, and frontline staff engagement.
Who's Really Running Healthcare? (When Physicians No Longer Have a Voice) - Dr. Krishna Vedala
Explore why physicians feel disengaged from healthcare organizations, how primary care mismanagement drives burnout, and AI's role in returning time to…
How Targeted Patient Education Improves Outcomes - Stephen Page, SmarterHealth.AI
Learn how targeted patient and provider education with AI can reduce preventable readmissions, improve health equity, and drive measurable clinical and…
The Cost of Waiting: Why Healthcare Can't Afford Slow Decisions with Mark Van Sumeren
Healthcare strategist Mark Van Sumeren explains why delayed decisions drain capacity and how leaders can balance deliberation with speed in a…
Why Childcare is a CEO Problem - Nicole Riehl, EPIC
Childcare is a workforce strategy Access to high-quality, affordable childcare is often viewed as a family issue.
A Physician Entrepreneur's Journey in Specialty Care Expansion - Dr. Joe Pazona, CEO of VirtuCare
Dr. Joe Pazona shares insights into his journey as a physician entrepreneur focusing on specialty care expansion. He highlights the challenges and strategies involved in growing a healthcare business. The discussion offers valuable lessons for other healthcare professionals looking to innovate and expand in their practices.
"Biotech in the Balance" - Dr. Jeremy Levin, Chairperson of Ovid Therapeutics
Dr. Jeremy Levin on restoring biotech industry trust through transparency, navigating drug pricing complexity, and competing with China's biotech priorities.
Leading with Purpose: Dr. David Foster on Building Physician-Administrator Collaboration
Healthcare alignment requires genuine partnership between clinicians and administrators.
Rebuilding Medicine Around Presence: The Future of Physician House Calls with Dr. Yevhen Pavelko, Founder of Inviah Health
Dr. Pavelko's Inviah Health uses mobile technology to enable in-person physician visits, addressing wait times and burnout while strengthening care.
From Chaos to Control: Dr. Mo Canellas on AI, Emergency Medicine & Why Most “AI Companies” Fake It
Dr. Maureen "Mo" Canellas wears a lot of hats. She is the associate chief medical officer at UMass Memorial Medical Center, a researcher in machine learning and health care operations, a faculty collaborator at MIT, and a longtime contributor to the Emergency Department Benchmarking Alliance. But th
Food as Medicine: Can What You Eat Replace the Medicine Bottle? - Adam Devito, Monj, and Maggie Biscarr, Food-as-Medicine SME
The concept of food as medicine explores whether dietary choices can serve as an effective substitute for traditional medication. Experts are evaluating the potential of food to support health and manage illnesses. This approach aligns with a growing trend towards holistic health practices.
The Future of Healthcare Is Already Here: Dr. Geoffrey Rutledge on Virtual Care, AI, and Access
Dr. Geoffrey Rutledge explains how virtual primary care solves access barriers beyond rural areas, and the right role for AI as a clinical reference tool, not…
How Lived Experience Drives One's Clinical Practice Leadership - Patrick Makarewich, UTSouthwestern
Lived experiences significantly influence one's leadership approach in clinical practice. Patrick Makarewich of UTSouthwestern shares insights into how personal experiences shape decision-making and patient care methodologies. Emphasizing empathy and understanding, these experiences drive innovation and effectiveness in healthcare leadership.
EMR Strategy, Consulting, and Career Pivots with MedSys Co-Founder Mark Embry
Electronic medical records (EMRs) have moved from a back-office upgrade to a frontline determinant of care quality, clinician burnout, and hospital economics. With U.S. hospitals often spending tens to hundreds of millions—sometimes exceeding $100 million—on EMR implementations, the stakes have never been higher for getting both the technology and the human adoption right. As…
From Institutional Excellence to Population-Level Access: How Pakistan Can Bridge Its Healthcare Divide
Healthcare systems are under pressure almost everywhere, but the strain is especially visible in lower-resource settings where demand is rising faster than infrastructure. In Pakistan, that pressure is playing out across a system that has to serve more than 250 million people with limited public investment. Public health spending remains below 1% of GDP,…
When Geography Meets Purpose: How One Move Reshaped a Vascular Surgeon’s Career
Medicine isn’t what it used to be—not for the people practicing it. Independent physicians are becoming the exception, not the norm, as more doctors move into hospital systems, corporate groups, and academic networks. At the same time, the pipeline of specialists isn’t keeping pace with growing patient needs, particularly in complex fields like vascular…
From the C-Suite to the Classroom: A Healthcare Leader’s Bet on the Next Generation
Healthcare isn’t short on strategy right now—it’s short on people, access, and experienced leadership where it matters most. In Texas alone, more rural hospitals have closed than in any other state over the past decade, leaving entire communities with limited access to care. At the same time, many health systems are realizing they haven’t…
At the Center of Care: How Specialty Pharmacy Aligns Patients, Providers, and Payers
As healthcare costs continue to rise, more patients are finding themselves navigating not just illness, but the growing complexity of paying for treatment. Specialty pharmacy sits right at the center of that challenge—often out of sight, but increasingly essential to how modern care actually works. These high-cost, high-touch therapies now make up more than…
The Healthcare Talent Fix: Build Pipelines Early, Use Data, and Get the Experience Right
There’s a growing tension inside healthcare right now—between the people leaving the workforce and the patients still arriving every day. It’s a dynamic that leaders can no longer afford to ignore. The numbers make that clear: the Association of American Medical Colleges estimates that the U.S. could be short of as many as 86,000 physicians…
The Art of Recovery: Where Music and Medicine Meet in Patient Care
Healthcare today can feel overwhelming—not just for patients, but for the teams caring for them. After a major illness or injury, recovery isn’t handled by one doctor alone; it often involves a whole network of specialists, from physical therapists to nurses to social workers, all trying to help someone regain their independence and quality…
A Physician Entrepreneur’s Playbook for Fixing America’s Specialty Care Gap
The U.S. healthcare system is facing a quiet but accelerating crisis: a widening gap between where specialists are needed and where they actually practice. In urology alone, there are roughly 1,100 open positions but only about 400 new specialists trained each year—a mismatch that’s only getting worse. As physician burnout rises and more clinicians…
The Best Healthcare Platforms Are Built on Clear Communication, AI-Human Collaboration, and a Deep Understanding of the “Why”
Healthcare is being pushed to modernize faster than ever, as AI tools, virtual care, and digital patient experiences shift from innovation to expectation. Recent survey data from McKinsey & Company indicates that about half of U.S. healthcare leaders say their organizations have
Policy, Patients, and the Future of Healthcare: How Texas Plans to Fix a Strained System
The U.S. healthcare system is under real strain—and it’s something both patients and physicians are feeling in everyday care. In Texas, those pressures are even more visible, where rapid population growth, rural access challenges, and regulatory complexity are making it harder for patients to get timely care and for doctors to focus on medicine…
Called to Lead: Joel Allison on Faith, Risk, and the Future of Healthcare Leadership
Healthcare leadership is being redefined in real time. With the rise of AI, mounting financial pressures, and workforce burnout, executives today are operating in an environment of continuous disruption and uncertainty. In fact, industry leaders now rank workforce shortages and digital transformation among their top concerns—forcing a new kind of leadership that blends decisiveness…
From Classroom to Clinic: Pre-Clinical Talent Steps Into Healthcare’s Hard-to-Fill Roles
Healthcare systems are facing a workforce crisis that’s no longer temporary—it’s structural. Even before COVID-19, staffing shortages across nursing, technical, and administrative roles were already straining capacity; today, those gaps are wider, costlier, and directly impacting patient access. With labor shortages persisting and burnout rising, health systems are being forced to rethink not just…
Healthcare’s 2026 Reality: Growing Workforce Gaps, Tiered Access, and the Rise of AI Support
Healthcare systems are entering 2026 under mounting pressure. A growing, aging population and rising disease burden are colliding with persistent workforce shortages—highlighted by projections that new cancer diagnoses in the U.S. will surpass two million this year alone. The stakes are no longer theoretical: delays in care, limited specialist access, and widening disparities are…
Policy, AI, and New Funding Models Are Reshaping Mental Health Care Delivery
Mental health care isn’t a new problem—but it’s finally being treated like an urgent one. After years of being sidelined, the cracks in the system are becoming impossible to ignore: overstretched clinicians, long wait times, and entire communities without consistent access to care. In the U.S., the scale is striking—more than one in five…
The Early-Stage Playbook for Healthcare Founders: Credibility, Founder Mindset, and Real Market Fit
Healthcare innovation is having a moment. With over 500 startups applying annually to leading accelerators like Health Wildcatters, the sector is seeing a surge of founders eager to tackle inefficiencies in care delivery, diagnostics, and patient experience. At the same time, digital health is regaining momentum—after a period of market correction, funding went up…
Diagnosing Your Capital Asset Health: Why Asset Visibility Is the New Financial Imperative in Healthcare
Hospitals and surgery centers own millions of dollars in equipment — but owning assets and having actionable visibility into them are two different things. Most systems maintain inventories, yet many struggle with outdated records, fragmented tracking, and limited insight into useful life or service contracts. With nearly half of U.S. hospitals reporting negative operating…
Exploring the Intersection of Board Governance, Community Engagement and Creativity with Ann Margolin
Behind every city vote, hospital budget or zoning decision is a leader navigating tough, often conflicting priorities. Right now, public leaders are operating in an environment of rising healthcare costs, workforce shortages and heightened community expectations—especially within safety-net systems that collectively provide billions in uncompensated care each year. The stakes are real—they affect patients…
How Predictive AI Is Helping Hospitals Anticipate Admissions and Optimize Emergency Department Throughput
Emergency departments across the U.S. are under unprecedented strain, with overcrowding, staffing shortages, and inpatient bed constraints converging into a throughput crisis. The American Hospital Association reports that hospital capacity and workforce growth have lagged, intensifying delays from arrival to disposition. At the same time, advances in artificial intelligence are moving from experimental to operational—raising…
Bridging the Gap Between Hospital Discharge and Daily Life: How In-Home Senior Care Improves Outcomes and Reduces Readmissions
As hospitals across the U.S. shorten length of stay and push more recovery into the home, families are increasingly left to manage complex care needs without formal training or support. Roughly one in five patients with chronic conditions like COPD or congestive heart failure is readmitted within 30 days—a cycle that costs the healthcare…
How Simulation-Based Education Is Transforming Healthcare Leadership and Decision-Making Worldwide
As healthcare systems worldwide face rising costs, workforce shortages, and increasing pressure to balance quality with financial sustainability, traditional classroom-based management education is struggling to keep pace. According to the World Economic Forum, healthcare spending now accounts for nearly 10% of global GDP, making leadership decision-making more consequential—and more complex—than ever. At the same…
Technology Is Transforming Cardiovascular Care But Can Access Keep Up?
Cardiovascular care is entering one of its most transformative periods in decades. Advances in AI imaging and minimally invasive procedures are transforming the diagnosis and treatment of heart disease. According to the World Health Organization, an estimated 19.8 million people died from cardiovascular diseases in 2022, representing approximately 32% of all global deaths. This…
Hot Takes on Rural Healthcare: Lessons from the Frontlines of a System in Decline
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…
Smarter, Faster, Kinder: How AI Can Help Hospitals Deliver Better Care, All While Keeping Care Human
Artificial intelligence (AI) is no longer just a buzzword in healthcare — it’s becoming a real partner in how providers care for patients and improve everyday experiences. With rising patient expectations, limited resources, and mounting administrative complexity, hospitals and insurers alike are turning to AI to improve efficiency, communication, and satisfaction. In fact, Citi research…
Dr. Kevin Stevenson Gives His Thoughts on the Evolution of Healthcare Over the Past Decades
As healthcare continues to transform faster than ever — shaped by post-pandemic burnout, staffing shortages, and the rise of AI — leaders are being forced to rethink what it truly means to deliver both value and compassion in medicine. With the U.S. expected to face a shortage of 64,000 nurses in 2030, healthcare leaders are…
The Future of Sleep Apnea Treatment: Vivos’ Oral Appliance Technology Offers an Alternative to CPAP
Obstructive sleep apnea affects a whopping 30 million Americans, yet millions remain undiagnosed or abandon CPAP therapy due to its discomfort and inconvenience. Recent innovations in oral appliance therapy, however, are opening up new possibilities for patients seeking safe, effective, and lasting solutions. With sleep apnea linked to virtually every chronic disease—from heart disease to…
Transforming the ICU Through Technology: Advances in Critical Care Telehealth Delivering Gold-Standard Care Anywhere
Critical care in the United States faces a mounting crisis. With a shortage of board-certified intensivists and younger, less experienced nurses filling ICUs, hospitals often struggle to provide timely, gold-standard care. Studies show that hospitals with board-certified intensivists in their ICUs see a 30% reduction in patient mortality, yet thousands of facilities still lack…
Transforming Healthcare Workforce Development: Sustainable Solutions Through Early Engagement, Access, and Leadership
Healthcare systems continue to face intense workforce challenges, with nursing at the center of concern. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, employment of registered nurses is expected to grow 5% between 2024 and 2034—faster than the average growth across all jobs in the U.S. economy. While this growth reflects rising demand for…
The Future of Employer Benefits: Balancing Rising Healthcare Costs with Creative, Employee-Centered Perks
The landscape of employee benefits has undergone a seismic shift in the last decade. From the rise of telemedicine to the introduction of lifestyle spending accounts and stipends for services like DoorDash and HelloFresh, employers are reimagining how they support workers in a post-pandemic, inflation-conscious world. With healthcare costs rising and talent competition intensifying,…
Improving Employee Engagement Through CAREmunication — A Conversation with Burl Stamp
With the healthcare landscape seeing many evolving changes, employee engagement is no longer just a buzzword — it’s now a business imperative. Amid rising turnover and persistent staffing shortages, organizations are under pressure to build resilient, engaged teams. According to Gallup, 70% of the variance in team engagement is tied to one factor: the…
How THA Strengthens Texas Healthcare Through Policy, Workforce Solutions, and Community Collaboration
As healthcare continues to evolve in response to post-pandemic challenges, workforce shortages, and an ongoing mental health crisis, the institutions that support the backbone of healthcare—hospitals—are under immense pressure. In Texas, where geographic and demographic diversity create unique complexities, the role of hospital associations in steering policy and support services is more vital than…
From Missed Diagnoses to Life-Saving Alerts: How AI is Helping Doctors Detect Structural Heart Disease Before It Turns Deadly
Artificial intelligence is rapidly transforming healthcare diagnostics, with some of the most promising breakthroughs happening in cardiology. Structural heart disease affects millions and frequently goes undiagnosed in its early stages, leaving patients vulnerable to serious complications. One such condition, severe aortic stenosis, often remains unnoticed until it becomes life-threatening—carrying a two-year mortality rate worse…
SHMS Optimizes Operations for Medicare Advantage Plan Operators in the Healthcare Payer Enterprise
Enrollment in Medicare Advantage plans is projected to reach about 35.7 million, according to a 2025 Senate Finance Committee report. Yet, many startup and midsize organizations face steep technical and regulatory hurdles when launching or scaling operations. As part of the broader healthcare payer enterprise landscape, these plans must manage compliance, claims adjudication, risk adjustment,…
Rewriting the Odds: Leadership Resilience at the Heart of Norberto Orellana’s Rise
Economic mobility is often portrayed as a straight climb. In reality, it’s shaped by adversity, identity, and access to opportunity. As research from the University of Michigan notes, mobility requires not only income, education, and employment, but also more intangible resources such as social inclusion and power—the ability to make choices and exert influence….
AI-Powered Care Navigation Reduces Healthcare Spend and Improves Patient Access
The U.S. healthcare system is strained by rising costs, uneven quality, and fragmented care navigation. Employers are bearing the brunt, spending more without always securing better care for their teams. According to the RAND Corporation, one effective strategy is to “change their network and benefit designs to encourage patients to use lower‑priced, higher‑value providers…
Healthcare Operations Improve with AI That Unites Data, Automation, and Ethics
Generative AI has captured the public imagination, but its most transformative use cases may lie far from flashy consumer tools. In healthcare operations, where complexity, inefficiency, and fragmentation remain persistent challenges, AI is now driving measurable improvements. Research suggests AI-enabled healthcare systems could cut administrative costs by up to $360 billion in the U.S. alone….
2025’s Hottest Healthcare Trends with David Willis, Principal with ECG
Healthcare leaders must navigate workforce shortages and deferred investments while seizing new opportunities in a rapidly shifting industry landscape
Private Equity and Venture Capital Are Transforming Healthcare – But at What Cost?
Billions in healthcare investments fuel innovation while raising concerns about whether profit motives align with patient care
Employer-Built Healthcare Plans: Controlling Costs and Transforming Care
Companies are designing their own healthcare systems to cut costs and improve employee outcomes faster than traditional insurance models allow
Overcoming Behavioral Health Challenges: Iris Telehealth’s Technology-Driven Approach
Virtual care platforms are shortening wait times and reaching underserved populations by connecting patients with behavioral health providers faster than tradit
Market-Based Planning, Specialization and Technology To Shape Healthcare Provider Networks for Tomorrow
Health systems must strategically realign their provider networks to balance community demand with financial viability amid a looming physician shortage
AI-Powered Remote Cardiac Monitoring Improves Care Access, Disease Detection, and Diagnostic Accuracy
Advanced monitoring systems are detecting heart conditions earlier while reducing errors and expanding care reach for underserved populations
Patient Physician Network Provides Financial Integration and Value-Based Care Support to Keep Independent Physicians Viable.
Independent doctors are discovering how financial integration and coordinated care models help them compete against health system consolidation
MedCurate’s Transparent Marketplace is Tackling the Healthcare Staffing Crisis, Backed by Mentorship
A marketplace model is reshaping how hospitals fill staffing gaps while giving clinicians fairer compensation
Authenticx Tackles Healthcare Challenges Using Conversational Intelligence
Healthcare systems are discovering how AI-powered conversation analysis reveals hidden patient insights that drive operational efficiency and care quality
Hospital Supply Chain Management: How to Find Scarce Equipment and Supplies
Healthcare leaders are rethinking procurement strategies to build resilience against ongoing supply disruptions and shortages
The Impact of Healthcare Mentorship on Leadership Development
Mentors shaped one healthcare executive's rise through competing industry sectors and complex market challenges
AI in Healthcare: Dr. Lina Bouayad on Improving Provider Efficiency and Patient Care
Automation tools are helping overwhelmed providers reclaim time for meaningful patient interactions while reducing administrative burden
Lessons Learned from 24-Year-Old Hospital CEO Aidan Hettler
Youth and unconventional paths are reshaping how rural hospitals think about finding and developing their next generation of leaders
Be the Best Part of Their Day: Values-Driven Leadership in Rural Healthcare
Rural healthcare leaders who align their teams around shared values can transform patient outcomes and community loyalty in underserved regions
Rising Cancer Diagnoses in Young Adults: Lifestyle Changes and Early Screenings can Lower Risks
Early interventions and lifestyle adjustments offer young adults a fighting chance against a disease that's striking earlier than ever before
Optimizing Healthcare Spaces: Trane’s Innovative Approach .
Proper ventilation and climate control directly reduce infection rates and improve patient outcomes in medical facilities
Values-Driven Leadership Fosters Excellent Patient Care and Strong Staff Morale
Leaders who prioritize purpose and open dialogue create environments where healthcare workers thrive and patients receive exceptional care
Comprehensive Training, Transparency, and Stronger Laws to Secure Better Patient Care
As clinician shortages loom, healthcare systems must clarify training standards and provider roles to ensure patient safety and quality outcomes
Congressman Adam Smith Advocates for Persistent Care From the Right Providers and Legislative Action in Mental Health Awareness
Despite affecting millions of Americans, mental health care access remains fragmented, prompting lawmakers to champion systemic reforms
Cadence’s RPM Transforms Healthcare Delivery for Patients and Providers
Remote monitoring technology helps healthcare systems manage chronic disease at scale while reducing patient burden
Health Plans are Now Covering New Weight Loss Drugs. This Can Help Fix the Obesity Epidemic
Widespread insurance coverage of breakthrough weight loss medications could redirect billions in healthcare spending from treating obesity-related diseases to p
Revolutionize Your Practice: Dr. David Norris Shares Insights on Financial Management for Physicians
Physicians who master both financial acumen and patient care create thriving practices that outperform their competition
How to Maximize Business Value While Handling Data Privacy in Healthcare: Integral Leads the Way
Healthcare organizations can unlock data's competitive advantage without sacrificing patient privacy or regulatory compliance
Retaining Altruism in Healthcare is the Root of the Leadership in the Field
Purpose-driven leaders are reshaping healthcare organizations by refusing to let operational complexity eclipse the mission that drew them to medicine
School-Based Clinics Are Revolutionizing Healthcare on Campuses, Providing Wider Access to Health Services
Most schools lack mental health services, leaving students without critical support when they need it most
The Responsibilities That Interface Professionals Navigate in Healthcare
Bridge-builders in healthcare balance clinical needs, operational demands, and technological innovation to keep systems running smoothly
Personalized Campaigns in a Digital Marketing World
The rise of generative AI is forcing marketers to rethink whether personalization or automation holds the key to customer engagement
Decoding Healthcare Finance: A Deep Dive with Dr. Cristian Leineck
Hospital leaders confront a financial crisis as mounting pressures from managed care and billing complexities threaten organizational viability
Recreating Disney’s Walk-Through-Fire Customer Loyalty in the Healthcare Sector Makes for a Sensible Approach
Healthcare organizations that build emotional connections with patients can dramatically improve retention and reduce acquisition costs
Selecting and Finding the Best Healthcare Physicians Requires a Roadmap That Leads to Trust and Accessibility
Patients struggle to find trustworthy physicians in an oversaturated market where unnecessary procedures remain rampant
Using Data and Asset-Management Solutions to Create Efficiencies in Healthcare and Eliminate Waste
Healthcare systems unlock significant cost savings by leveraging data-driven inventory strategies to combat equipment waste and operational inefficiency
Efficiency in Healthcare is Needed as the Aging and Chronically Ill Population is Set to Increase
Healthcare providers must dramatically improve operational efficiency to meet surging demand from an aging population with chronic conditions
‘Speerheading’ Inclusive Opportunities and Finding Employment For Individuals With Disabilities
One organization is working to close the employment gap for people with disabilities, which currently sits at just 21.3 percent
Why Rural Hospitals Matter
If one hails from a major city with easy access to healthcare, it can be easy to overlook the need for rural hospitals. But ask anyone in a rural community, and they’ll quickly be able to list why rural healthcare matters. In the face of an ongoing global pandemic, the importance of accessible healthcare…
Much of Today’s Healthcare is Patient Responsibility: Fixing the Pain Points in Radiology
There are many cost-related pain points in radiology, the medical specialty focused on diagnosing and treating diseases using imaging technology. Healthcare costs continue to skyrocket, and the patient’s role has transitioned from passive recipient to active participant. With the advent of advanced imaging technology and a shift towards personalized healthcare, radiology has become a…
Hospitals Aren’t Just Short-Staffed, They Need Strong Leaders. What’s the Prescription to Improve Healthcare Leadership?
In an era where healthcare is under the microscope, the conversation around effective healthcare leadership is more critical than ever. With the industry still grappling with the aftermath of a global pandemic, leaders are being tested on their ability to adapt, innovate, and guide their teams through unprecedented challenges. According to a report by…
How Do We Utilize the Power of Data-Driven Clinical Intelligence to Revolutionize Personalized Healthcare?
In an era where technology and healthcare are increasingly intertwined, the need for personalized, data-driven clinical intelligence is more pressing than ever. The advent of advanced analytics and machine learning has opened up new possibilities for identifying patterns, trends, and potential risks in patient care. One such innovation is CLINT (formerly HealthPals, Inc.), a…
I Don’t Care with Scott Becker
As the evolution of healthcare and its landscape rapidly evolves due to technology, regulatory changes, and the ongoing global pandemic, staying up-to-date with the latest trends and developments is a necessity for industry professionals. With a shortage of doctors and increasing healthcare costs adding to the complexities, conversations around effective healthcare management are gaining prominence….
Validating the Current Demand for Change: The Models of Care Insight Study Results
As the healthcare industry grapples with substantial personnel changes, 85% of nurses are considering a new employer within a year, with nearly half of healthcare workers planning to exit the field within 3 years. How can the industry adapt to these impending changes? Will hospitals need to start recruiting retired nurses to fill the gap?…
One Physician’s View of Why Healthcare is Upside Down
“Healthcare has become an expensive, impersonal system that is not serving the best interest of either the nation or the people it purports to heal.” – Dr. Henry Buchwald. How does one measure good and bad healthcare? A quick look at world health statistics ranks the United States at the highest in total health spending…
Improving Patient Safety Through Non-Invasive Sensing Platforms for Hospitals
Patient safety is one of any healthcare institution’s primary concerns and goals. In a surgical setting, it’s paramount. Training and maintaining a well-trained staff are often challenging in healthcare, and an understaffed hospital could impact patient safety. Despite all precautions and best efforts, preventable medical errors during or after surgery occur at an estimated 4,000…
Hays Waldrop Discusses How The Institute of Healthcare Executives and Suppliers Provides Value Through the Exchange of Industry Knowledge and Experience”
Technology is in a constant state of change, especially with new innovations in healthcare happening every day. But it’s not always easy to know what’s out there, or to get your product to market. In today’s connected world, it has become more important than ever to have a community that you can chat with, learn…
Living a Life on Purpose: A Conversation with Dr. Randy
When people take stock of their lives, do they consider their accomplishments remarkable? Or is the word remarkable reserved only for those with unique talents and wondrous deeds? Maybe remarkable isn’t a word others use to describe a person; perhaps it’s a code to live by. Today, I choose to be Remarkable! Capitalize that…
Healthcare Legend Quint Studer Discusses His New Book, ‘The Calling”
The path of many healthcare workers, such as physicians, is a long one, but filled with much celebration along the way. There are the celebrations of getting into medical school, passing the boards during medical school, graduating, landing a residency, and completing a residency. But the path to becoming a healthcare hero is also…
Fixing Challenges in Patient Access to Care
Eight hundred thousand nurses plan to leave healthcare by 2027. One hundred seventeen thousand doctors left the workforce in 2021. The CHQPR estimates more than 600 rural hospitals are at risk of closing. One in five hospitals in California are at risk of closing. These meaningful signals remain after one filters out the noise and…
I Don’t Care: Building Your Personal Brand Through Social Media
Whether you’re self employed or work for a major company, having a personal brand can be important. But not everyone knows how best to brand themselves, or they’re not comfortable with putting themselves out there in that way. How can someone make their own persona brand and make it work for them? On this episode…
How One Cardiothoracic Surgeon Creates Positive Patient Relationships
As it pertains to doctor-patient relationships, one of the main components of that is confidentiality and professionalism. But another key aspect to successful relationships between a doctor and their patient is also how successful the communication is and whether the doctor is building good rapport with them. What are some fundamentals of positive patient relationships?…
I Don’t Care: Quality and Physician Engagement in High-Functioning Cardiovascular Programs
Cardiovascular disease affects many Americans—in fact, almost one in five deaths was caused by cardiac disease in 2020. So, it’s vital that hospitals and clinics know how to handle it, along with offering the best in cardiac surgery. However, there can sometimes be a disconnect between the cardiac surgery and cardiology departments at a hospital,…
How Can Hospital Bed Design Impact Care?
There’s no doubt about it, patient care is a priority across the healthcare system. And while there are many aspects to patient care, there are some internal features in hospitals that are lacking: beds. We have the technology to improve the patient experience and patient outcomes through improving their beds, but not every hospital…
Waco Go Red Event Raising Awareness for Heart Diseases like HCM
Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM) is a type of heart disease in which the heart muscle thickens without an obvious cause, making it harder for the heart to pump blood. HCM can result in chest pain, breathlessness, and fainting and may increase the chance of sudden cardiac death. But why is this important? With the Waco Go…
A Consultant’s Approach to Improving Patient Experience
A 2020 American Heart Association survey found that patients defined value as communication and trust in healthcare providers and not simply cost and services. Building trust and improving patient experience is something that healthcare organizations learned first-hand over the past three years through an unprecedented health crisis. Stellar customer service is not a choice…
Are Rising Wages Making a Difference in Healthcare Worker Shortages?
Some call it the effects of the pandemic; others call it the great resignation; no matter what label people pin on the U.S. workforce shortage situation, it’s real and healthcare is not immune to these shortages. The healthcare industry is one of the hardest hit, losing 20% of its workforce over the past two…
Bringing Medicines to Market Faster Through Analytics & Machine Learning
Traditional medicine isn’t generally taken very seriously in the United States. However, Dr. Andrea Small-Howard, President and CSO at GB Sciences explained that “65% of the world still use traditional medicine either as their sole medicine or in conjunction with Western medicine.” Depending on the source, traditional plant-based medicine dates back as far as…
Behind the Clinical Trials for Non-Alcohol Fatty Liver Disease that Can Benefit 30% of Americans
The Impact Research Institute (IRI) is Waco, Texas’ resource for extending care options for NAFLD (non-alcohol fatty liver disease.) Nadege Gunn is IRI’s Medical Director and President. She joined Kevin Stevenson on I Don’t Care to discuss her and her team’s mission to treat NAFLD and other related diseases and conditions. Dr. Gunn is…
Providing Real-Time Feedback for Virtual Health
In this new episode of I Don’t Care, host Kevin Stevenson sits down with Mike Telem, the Co-Founder of Kemtai, a groundbreaking computer vision platform, to discuss their unique approach to telemedicine. Founded in 2019, the Israeli-based company has been utilizing technology in healthcare even before the Covid-19 pandemic began. “We’ve developed a computer…
Making a Healthy Difference Through Partnerships with Federally Qualified Health Centers
Federally Qualified Health Centers (FQHC) are community-based healthcare providers that receive funding to offer primary-care services in low-income and underserved communities. On May 18th, 2022, Yuvo Health announced a partnership with four FQHCs. This partnership will enable them to expand these FQHCs reach to even more individuals. Cesar Herrera, CEO & Co-Founder of Yuvo Health,…
Behavioral Health Is Stepping Out of the Shadows of Healthcare
Host Kevin Stevenson of the “I Don’t Care” podcast talked with Stuart Archer, the CEO of Oceans Healthcare, a behavioral health service provider, about the growth and challenges of behavioral health in hospitals. Currently, the healthcare system is buzzing in behavioral health but there are still some improvements to be made. Even with many…
Tearing Down the Barrier of Prior Authorization Through Automation
If you’ve ever had to chase down a prior authorization before getting your medical procedure approved for coverage, you’re not alone. According to a recent white paper by the American Hospital Association, prior authorization has been found to be a barrier to care, restricting access to coverage for many patients. Paul Shorrosh, founder and CEO…
Best-Selling Author Uses Art To To Teach Interpersonal Development
When it comes to improving interpersonal development and character, one doesn’t often think of using art to sharpen their skills. However, attorney and art historian, Amy E. Herman, teaches clients from doctors to FBI agents how to utilize visual intelligence to better problem solve. As an entrepreneur, TED Talks speaker, cancer survivor and author, Herman…
Is It Possible for a Health Plan to Simplify Access and Engage its Customers?
Healthcare plans are easy when one doesn’t need to use them, but navigating a plan to receive needed care can prove challenging. Ryan Coplon, Co-Founder & President of HealthWallet, believes there is a better way to make order out of the healthcare chaos, and that’s through HealthWallet’s smartphone app. He spoke with Kevin Stevenson about…
BioTech Startups Want to Revive Failed Medicines to Create New Lifesaving Treatments
Some Cancer-fighting compounds for kids gather dust on Big Pharma’s lab shelves. Children’s Tumor Foundation President Annette Bakker, Ph.D., won’t stand for that. She shared her efforts to rescue these assets with I Don’t Care’s Kevin Stevenson. In her fight to end neurofibromatosis, an incurable condition that causes tumors to grow on the brain and…
Will Giving Clinicians Purchasing Power Help Bring a Balance to the Healthcare Ecosystem?
Buyers and sellers are avid users of open marketplaces. They can apply to any product or service, including healthcare. I Don’t Care host Kevin Stevenson spoke with Scott Carson, Founder and CEO of Powered by MRP, on the topic. Carson’s backstory includes work as the lead inventor of eBay Healthcare Marketplace. After that venture, he…
How To Navigate the American Healthcare System
This week on I Don’t Care, Host Kevin Stevenson sits down with an author that has made it his mission to teach people how to navigate the healthcare system, arming patients with the proactive education needed to shop around for the best healthcare and insurance options while preventing unnecessary or overly costly treatments. After 28…
85% of Clinical Drug Trials Face Delays. What’s the True Cost?
Clinical trials can save lives and provide new ways to treat disease. The industry estimates that 85% of all clinical trials face delays due to patient enrollment. Understanding that challenge and finding ways to minimize it is the pursuit of Jeeva Informatics. The company’s founder and CEO, Dr. Harsha Rajasimha, joined Kevin Stevenson on I Don’t…
A Heart Attack Detection Unit That Can Reduce Unnecessary ER Visits
When the legend becomes fact, print the legend. In the case of Branislav Vajdic, Ph.D., CEO, and Founder of HeartBeam, this legend truly is fact. Vajdic arrived in the US in the late 1970s and got his Ph.D. in electrical engineering. He then worked for Intel, designing the first flash memory and eventually the design…
The Inspirational Quest to Eradicate Cancer
The world-renowned Thoracic Oncologist, Dr. Gerold Bepler, joined I Don’t Care’s Kevin Stevenson for a conversation that was no less than inspirational. Dr. Bepler, President and CEO of the Karmanos Cancer Institute, has a mission; to eradicate cancer. It’s more than a dream for Dr. Bepler; he believes it will be a reality one day….
Does the Insurance Model of the Future Exclude A Traditional Health Insurance Carrier
U.S. insurance is privatized, which presents a host of challenges. Michelle Zettergren, Chief Sales and Marketing Officer of Brighton Health Plan Solutions and Nick Stefanizzi, CEO of Northwell Direct, spoke with Host Kevin Stevenson about opportunities to eliminate the standard middleman of health insurance. Direct contracting is when employers partner with organizations that provide…
Using Sublingual Allergy Drops To Treat Food Allergies
On this episode of I Don’t Care, Host Kevin Stevenson talked with Dr. Dean Mitchell, a board-certified allergist specializing in food allergies. Mitchell has been in practice for 30 years and became well regarded around the country as one of the first board-certified allergists to embrace sublingual allergy immunotherapy, also called allergy drops. Mitchell did…
How a Side Hustle Evolved Into One of the Largest HSA Providers
Challenges in healthcare impact every player—payers, HSA providers, and patients. What’s the modern-day answer to rising costs and better care? It’s a complex answer, and Steve Neeleman, Founder & Vice Chairman of HealthEquity, spoke with I Don’t Care host Kevin Stevenson on the topic. After working for Southwest Airlines, Neeleman graduated from medical school and served…
The Heart Walk is Back and is a Critical Event to Help the the American Heart Association
The challenges healthcare executives and administrators face are constantly changing. Host Kevin Stevenson talks with the heroes behind the heroes that are enabling hospitals, urgent care centers and telemedicine operators to spend their time tending to patients, while they handle the logistics. It’s Heart Walk season, and I Don’t Care host Kevin Stevenson is the chair…
Transforming How Lower-Middle Market Healthcare Firms are Represented
On this episode of I Don’t Care, Host Kevin Stevenson talked with Mike Moran, Mark Thomas, and Andre Ulloa, Co-Founders, and Partners, M&A Healthcare Advisors, a boutique advisory firm whose focus is on the healthcare industry. They offer consulting and valuation services for those in the lower-middle markets looking to merge or sell their…
The Digital Transformation In Radiology
The challenges healthcare executives and administrators face are constantly changing. Host Kevin Stevenson talks with the heroes behind the heroes that are enabling hospitals, urgent care centers and telemedicine operators to spend their time tending to patients, while they handle the logistics. On this episode of I Don’t Care, Host Kevin Stevenson talked with Dr. Moira…
How NCI-Designated Cancer Centers Are Transforming the Future of Care
The challenges healthcare executives and administrators face are constantly changing. Host Kevin Stevenson talks with the heroes behind the heroes that are enabling hospitals, urgent care centers and telemedicine operators to spend their time tending to patients, while they handle the logistics. Cancer treatment has evolved dramatically in the last decade. With new and innovative ways…
How Does the Future of DNA Testing Tie into Heart Health?
The challenges healthcare executives and administrators face are constantly changing. Host Kevin Stevenson talks with the heroes behind the heroes that are enabling hospitals, urgent care centers and telemedicine operators to spend their time tending to patients, while they handle the logistics. The genetic testing industry is booming. Consumers want to trace their lineage, but there…
Which Innovations Are Set to Transform the Medical Device Market?
The challenges healthcare executives and administrators face are constantly changing. Host Kevin Stevenson talks with the heroes behind the heroes that are enabling hospitals, urgent care centers and telemedicine operators to spend their time tending to patients, while they handle the logistics. On this episode of I Don’t Care, Host Kevin Stevenson talked with Dr. Dan…
Are Cell and Gene Therapy Innovations Ready for Widespread Use?
The challenges healthcare executives and administrators face are constantly changing. Host Kevin Stevenson talks with the heroes behind the heroes that are enabling hospitals, urgent care centers and telemedicine operators to spend their time tending to patients, while they handle the logistics. Treatment of diseases like cancer and HIV is hitting a new frontier with cell-based…
Best Pharma Strategies from the Experts
The challenges healthcare executives and administrators face are constantly changing. Host Kevin Stevenson talks with the heroes behind the heroes that are enabling hospitals, urgent care centers and telemedicine operators to spend their time tending to patients, while they handle the logistics. At one point in his career, I Don’t Care Host Kevin Stevenson spent some…
How Will AI Make Healthcare More Proactive?
The challenges healthcare executives and administrators face are constantly changing. Host Kevin Stevenson talks with the heroes behind the heroes that are enabling hospitals, urgent care centers and telemedicine operators to spend their time tending to patients, while they handle the logistics. On this episode of I Don’t Care, Host Kevin Stevenson talked with Michael Gorton,…
Excellent Care Isn’t Possible without HIPAA Compliance
The challenges healthcare executives and administrators face are constantly changing. Host Kevin Stevenson talks with the heroes behind the heroes that are enabling hospitals, urgent care centers and telemedicine operators to spend their time tending to patients, while they handle the logistics. Healthcare is a complex industry, and its processes often lag behind other sectors for…
What Happens if Healthcare Rejects New Tech like Machine Learning
The challenges healthcare executives and administrators face are constantly changing. Host Kevin Stevenson talks with the heroes behind the heroes that are enabling hospitals, urgent care centers and telemedicine operators to spend their time tending to patients, while they handle the logistics. How is artificial intelligence changing the healthcare industry? Does using AI improve health outcomes…
How to Solve Some of the Most Complex Problems in Healthcare
The challenges healthcare executives and administrators face are constantly changing. Host Kevin Stevenson talks with the heroes behind the heroes that are enabling hospitals, urgent care centers and telemedicine operators to spend their time tending to patients, while they handle the logistics. Technology and healthcare are a marriage made in heaven. As technological advancements evolve, so…
How a Good Coach Can Advance Your Career
The challenges healthcare executives and administrators face are constantly changing. Host Kevin Stevenson talks with the heroes behind the heroes that are enabling hospitals, urgent care centers and telemedicine operators to spend their time tending to patients, while they handle the logistics. On this episode of I Don’t Care, host Kevin Stevenson talked with Steve Loveless,…
Creating Meaningful Healthcare Relationships through Interpersonal Dynamics
The challenges healthcare executives and administrators face are constantly changing. Host Kevin Stevenson talks with the heroes behind the heroes that are enabling hospitals, urgent care centers and telemedicine operators to spend their time tending to patients, while they handle the logistics. Building relationships is essential. Making sure we build strong relationships with our family, friends, and…
How to Make Smarter Appointments through AI
The challenges healthcare executives and administrators face are constantly changing. Host Kevin Stevenson talks with the heroes behind the heroes that are enabling hospitals, urgent care centers and telemedicine operators to spend their time tending to patients, while they handle the logistics. On this episode of I Don’t Care, with Kevin Stevenson, he talked with Kevin…
Empowering Better Communication among Community Healthcare Stakeholders
The challenges healthcare executives and administrators face are constantly changing. Host Kevin Stevenson talks with the heroes behind the heroes that are enabling hospitals, urgent care centers and telemedicine operators to spend their time tending to patients, while they handle the logistics. On this episode of I Don’t Care, host Kevin Stevenson talks with Ted Quinn,…
How Did Rural Hospitals Expand, Even During a Pandemic?
The challenges healthcare executives and administrators face are constantly changing. Host Kevin Stevenson talks with the heroes behind the heroes that are enabling hospitals, urgent care centers and telemedicine operators to spend their time tending to patients, while they handle the logistics. Rural hospitals took a major hit during the pandemic, with many closing or on…
Telehealth Is Here to Stay: But How Do You Find the Right Markets?
The challenges healthcare executives and administrators face are constantly changing. Host Kevin Stevenson talks with the heroes behind the heroes that are enabling hospitals, urgent care centers and telemedicine operators to spend their time tending to patients, while they handle the logistics. There’s no denying the importance of technology in healthcare; in fact, it became even…
Leveraging Technology to Close Healthcare Gaps
The challenges healthcare executives and administrators face are constantly changing. Host Kevin Stevenson talks with the heroes behind the heroes that are enabling hospitals, urgent care centers and telemedicine operators to spend their time tending to patients, while they handle the logistics. Telehealth grew tremendously in the last year, but not all patients have access, especially…
The Innovators Advancing Virtual Care Delivery across North America
The challenges healthcare executives and administrators face are constantly changing. Host Kevin Stevenson talks with the heroes behind the heroes that are enabling hospitals, urgent care centers and telemedicine operators to spend their time tending to patients, while they handle the logistics. Technology has become the true innovator in healthcare, and with great technical and medical…
How Humanization Addresses Medicine’s Toughest Problems
The challenges healthcare executives and administrators face are constantly changing. Host Kevin Stevenson talks with the heroes behind the heroes that are enabling hospitals, urgent care centers and telemedicine operators to spend their time tending to patients, while they handle the logistics. Challenges and barriers in healthcare have been persistent for some time. Many would argue…
How the University of Kansas Health System Went From Rock Bottom to Elite Status
The challenges healthcare executives and administrators face are constantly changing. Host Kevin Stevenson talks with the heroes behind the heroes that are enabling hospitals, urgent care centers and telemedicine operators to spend their time tending to patients, while they handle the logistics. Low-performing hospitals often falter, but some pull through and grow stronger with the right…
Empowering Your Employees in the Face of Modern Workplace Stresses
The challenges healthcare executives and administrators face are constantly changing. Host Kevin Stevenson talks with the heroes behind the heroes that are enabling hospitals, urgent care centers and telemedicine operators to spend their time tending to patients, while they handle the logistics. For an organization to find long-term success, it requires a commitment from all parties….
How Future Remote Medicine Solutions Will Contain Diseases
The challenges healthcare executives and administrators face are constantly changing. Host Kevin Stevenson talks with the heroes behind the heroes that are enabling hospitals, urgent care centers and telemedicine operators to spend their time tending to patients, while they handle the logistics. Almost everyone is familiar with a stethoscope, and it’s the most common medical device…
The Airborne Heroes behind Organ Transplant Procurement
The challenges healthcare executives and administrators face are constantly changing. Host Kevin Stevenson talks with the heroes behind the heroes that are enabling hospitals, urgent care centers and telemedicine operators to spend their time tending to patients, while they handle the logistics. I Don’t Care seeks to bring conversations to the world that touch on many…
Solving the Problem of Verifying Vaccinations
The challenges healthcare executives and administrators face are constantly changing. Host Kevin Stevenson talks with the heroes behind the heroes that are enabling hospitals, urgent care centers and telemedicine operators to spend their time tending to patients, while they handle the logistics. The pandemic has strained healthcare systems beyond compare, but there’s renewed hope for all…
What Telemedicine Trends Will Stick Around After the Vaccine Rollout?
The challenges healthcare executives and administrators face are constantly changing. Host Kevin Stevenson talks with the heroes behind the heroes that are enabling hospitals, urgent care centers and telemedicine operators to spend their time tending to patients, while they handle the logistics. Telemedicine has been a lifeline for healthcare during the pandemic, and its further adoption…
How Does the Weight of New Responsibilities on Nurses Impact Care?
The challenges healthcare executives and administrators face are constantly changing. Host Kevin Stevenson talks with the heroes behind the heroes that are enabling hospitals, urgent care centers and telemedicine operators to spend their time tending to patients, while they handle the logistics. Nurses are an integral part of the healthcare ecosystem. They have been critical to…
Transforming the Patient Journey Post-COVID
The challenges healthcare executives and administrators face are constantly changing. Host Kevin Stevenson talks with the heroes behind the heroes that are enabling hospitals, urgent care centers and telemedicine operators to spend their time tending to patients, while they handle the logistics. The digital consumer experience applies to much more than retail. It’s also…
How Physicians Can Overcome Telemedicine Limitations
The challenges healthcare executives and administrators face are constantly changing. Host Kevin Stevenson talks with the heroes behind the heroes that are enabling hospitals, urgent care centers and telemedicine operators to spend their time tending to patients, while they handle the logistics. While there have been many downsides to the unexpected changes we all…
How to Prevent Employee Burnout in Nursing Fields
The challenges healthcare executives and administrators face are constantly changing. Host Kevin Stevenson talks with the heroes behind the heroes that are enabling hospitals, urgent care centers and telemedicine operators to spend their time tending to patients, while they handle the logistics. While 2020 was a year of change and challenges for many, nurses,…
Top 3 Healthcare Insights of 2020
The challenges healthcare executives and administrators face are constantly changing. Host Kevin Stevenson talks with the heroes behind the heroes that are enabling hospitals, urgent care centers and telemedicine operators to spend their time tending to patients, while they handle the logistics. This week Kevin Stevenson takes a look back at the biggest developments in healthcare…
Supporting Mental Health Through Online Education
The challenges healthcare executives and administrators face are constantly changing. Host Kevin Stevenson talks with the heroes behind the heroes that are enabling hospitals, urgent care centers and telemedicine operators to spend their time tending to patients, while they handle the logistics. Mental health is a topic that was trending well before the pandemic…
What Fast Tracking the COVID-19 Vaccine Means for the Future of Biopharmaceuticals
The challenges healthcare executives and administrators face are constantly changing. Host Kevin Stevenson talks with the heroes behind the heroes that are enabling hospitals, urgent care centers and telemedicine operators to spend their time tending to patients, while they handle the logistics. The world’s largest trade association, Biotechnology Innovation Organization (BIO) represents over 1,000…
A Roadmap for the Healthcare Digital Transformation
The challenges healthcare executives and administrators face are constantly changing. Host Kevin Stevenson talks with the heroes behind the heroes that are enabling hospitals, urgent care centers and telemedicine operators to spend their time tending to patients, while they handle the logistics. Over the past decade or so, the use of digital tools in…
The Race for the COVID Vaccine has Reemphasized the Need for a Robust Cold Supply Chain
The wait for the COVID vaccine is coming to an end as multiple pharmaceutical companies have announced effective treatments in recent weeks. The next challenge is the massive distribution of vaccines that require cold storage at extreme temperatures. Daniel Litwin, Guest Host and the Voice of B2B was joined by Joseph Battoe to discuss…
How Healthcare Will Navigate Virtual Hiring Longterm
Prior to March of 2020, Oliver Esman, Managing Partner, Strawn Arnold & Associates did the vast majority of his recruiting work face to face. Today, Esman reports that 95% of their recruiting work is done virtually. “I spend my life on Teams and Zoom and FaceTime and people are adapting to it. You know,…
Bringing a Technology Driven Approach to Psychiatry
Mental health care is a challenging subset of medicine. There are limited providers, many of whom don’t accept commercial insurance. Then there’s the ongoing stigma that keeps individuals from seeking help, which often leads to treatment in the ER. Technology has helped many industries evolve, and Robert Krayn and Dr. Georgia Gaveras, co-founders of Talkiatry,…
Improving Education for Medical Professionals Through Remote Learning
I Don’t Care host, Kevin Stevenson, was joined by Mary Ellen Beliveau, CEO of Knowledge to Practice (K2P) for an in-depth discussion on education in the healthcare space. Stevenson began by asking about the educational needs of medical professionals and the effectiveness of traditional methods. “Part of their hippocratic oath is to sign on…
What are the Interoperability Challenges our Healthcare System is Facing?
As the culmination of more than two decades in the healthcare industry, NextGate released the industry’s first fully managed Enterprise Master Patient Index, or EMPI, in the cloud. NextGate CTO Dan Cidon joined this episode of I Don’t Care with Kevin Stevenson to talk all things healthcare data. NextGate’s EMPI looks to deliver providers…
Does Telemedicine Present an Accessibility Issue?
On this special segment of MarketScale’s I Don’t Care with Kevin Stevenson, SOC Telemed Chief Medical Officer Jason Hallock dove into the exponential rise in telemedicine and virtual care as a result of the novel coronavirus and the ensuing COVID-19 pandemic. While telemedicine has indeed become an integral part of care during this unprecedented period,…
What Do the Experts Think Will Be the Future of Telemedicine?
In 2020, telemedicine has gone from emerging technology to a solution that has been thrust into the spotlight. But what are the challenges and limitations of the still-new technology? How does telemedicine pose a new threat to patient confidentiality? This week on I Don’t Care with Kevin Stevenson, we decided to do a little…
How Health Agencies Can Enhance Remote Care Communication
This week on I Don’t Care, host Kevin Stevenson sat down with Rajesh Midha, Chief Strategy & Operating Officer of Bottle Rocket, to discuss how the company has personalized digital care through smart navigation that removes the pain points patients experience. Midha detailed how the company started in 2008 on the day after Steve…
How the American Heart Association Focuses on the Entire Cardiovascular System
This week on I Don’t Care with Kevin Stevenson, he sits down with Michelle Stoddard and Dr. Abe DeAnda to discuss how the American Heart Association goes past just cardiac care and how the organization aims to work closely within their local communities. While the heart may be at the well, heart of what…
How Cardiology Advances Help Hospital Operations
This week on the I Don’t Care Podcast, Kevin Stevenson welcomed Cardiovascular specialist Paula Reisdorfer to discuss advancements in Cardiovascular outpatient procedures. Paula started in the medical field volunteering as a candy striper volunteer at a local hospital. In the last 15 years, she has worked in outpatient imaging and surgery, specifically focusing on…
Redesigning the Clinic Experience to Ease Anxiety
It’s no secret that children would prefer to skip necessary trips to the doctors for checkups, vaccinations, and emergency appointments when they aren’t feeling their best. Which is why Dr. Corey Fish, Chief Medical Officer of pediatric clinic Brave Care advocates for the significance of clinic design and utilizing technology to create an experience…
How Effective Communications Gets Wary Patients to Engage in Care
COVID-19 has intensified up the public’s fear of entering hospitals and seeking care. The result? Elective surgeries are falling to the wayside, and those that need care are putting it off. But the truth is, hospitals are experts as handling infectious diseases, explains “I Don’t Care,” host Kevin Stevenson. So amidst widespread fear, how do…
Exploring Innovation and Excellence in Healthcare
The technology industry is most often associated with the term “innovation,” but startups and Silicon Valley execs aren’t the only ones rethinking how we do business. The Healthcare industry is constantly innovating and looking for new ways to be more efficient, safe, and excellent. “I Don’t Care,” talks about how healthcare organizations are making…
Health in A Rock ‘n’ Roll World with Jaret Reddick of Bowling for Soup
It’s the first video episode of “I Don’t Care” and we’re starting strong! Join Kevin as he talks with Jaret Reddick, the founder, lead singer, guitarist and songwriter of Bowling for Soup. Jaret takes Kevin through his long battle with depression, including the struggle of just talking about it out in the open, and the effect it was having on him…
Why Beating Heart Disease is Everybody’s Fight
Heart disease is the #1 killer of Americans. Despite increased awareness, many Americans don’t know this staggering fact. At The American Heart Association (AHA), the goal is to change the public understanding of heart disease and stroke, and fortify Americans with the knowledge to prevent and treat it. At the heart (pun intended) of this…
Health in A Rock ‘n’ Roll World with Jaret Reddick of Bowling for Soup
It’s the first video episode of “I Don’t Care” and we’re starting strong! Join Kevin as he talks with Jaret Reddick, the founder, lead singer, guitarist and songwriter of Bowling for Soup. Jaret takes Kevin through his long battle with depression, including the struggle of just talking about it out in the open, and…
The Biggest Insights from “I Don’t Care” This Year
These days there are a number of avenues for individuals to dive into the healthcare industry. Gone are the days where proficiency in medicine was the only requirement for a career in healthcare. That has certainly been the case for Kevin Stevenson, who has worked with various healthcare organizations for over 30 years with expertise in…
COVID-19 and the Concerns of the Healthcare Professional
On this episode of I Don’t Care with Kevin Stevenson, Stevenson goes big picture, sourcing insights from his vast network of healthcare professionals to determine the industry’s biggest concerns related to COVID-19 and the world’s slow move toward a new normal in the wake of the pandemic. Stevenson condensed those thoughts into five central concerns…
Preparing for an Unexpected Year in High School Athletics: I Don’t Care
On this episode of I Don’t Care, host Kevin Stevenson discusses how high school sports have been and will be affected by COVID with Coach Lonnie Judd, Head Football Coach and Assistant Athletic Director at Moody High School in Moody, TX. Coach Judd, who is entering his first year as head coach at Moody,…
Job Search and Recruitment in the COVID World: I Don’t Care
Diane Goebel, Owner and Managing Partner of Hiring Spectrum, a full service human resources and recruitment firm based in Plano, TX, joins Kevin to offer tips for job seekers in today’s COVID environment. Diane talks interviewing, online presence and how to look good on a Zoom call. She provides insight on developing relationships with recruiters…
COVID and Crisis Management in the World of Chiropractic Colleges: I Don’t Care
This week host Kevin Stevenson was joined by Dan Armstrong, DC, chiropractor and instructor at Parker University, one of America’s largest chiropractic colleges located in Dallas. Dr. Armstrong talks about chiropractic care in the COVID world. We also discuss how Parker used the devastating tornado that hit Dallas last October to refine its crisis…
Judging the Legal Impact of COVID-19: I Don’t Care
On this installment of I Don’t Care, Kevin Stevenson discusses COVID-19 and the court system with the Honorable Judge Jackie G. Miller, Jr., Justice of the Peace for Precinct Two in Ellis County, TX. Judge Miller, who has been on the bench for over 23 years, offers his insights on how COVID-19 has affected his…
The Positive Changes the Healthcare Industry Saw in April: I Don’t Care
Today on ‘I Don’t Care‘, Kevin gives an update on how COVID-19 has affected Central Texas. He talks about how his hospital has dealt with the pandemic, what the County has done and how the community has embraced and supported healthcare workers. Kevin offers a heartfelt message of hope and talks about how our lives…
A Music Educator’s Perspective on COVID-19’s Higher Education Impact: I Don’t Care
Join Kevin Stevenson as he discusses the impact of COVID-19 on higher education with Dr. David Toledo, Director of Worship Studies and Associate Professor of Music at California Baptist University. Dr. Toledo discusses how Cal Baptist has implemented online learning through an existing platform and the challenges of teaching vocalists, instrumentalists and conducting students…
A NICU Nurse’s Perspective of COVID-19 on New Orleans: I Don’t Care
Join Kevin Stevenson and his guest, Allye Crosby, as they discuss how the hospitals in New Orleans have adapted and adjusted to handle the COVID-19 crisis. Giving birth naturally has a lot of emotions attached to it and unfortunately the mothers coming in to the hospital right now have more on their minds than…
The Impact of COVID-19 on the Church: I Don’t Care
To celebrate Good Friday I Don’t Care, host Kevin Stevenson is joined by Reverend Stephen T. Carrell, Pastor of Worship and Music at Park Cities Baptist Church in Dallas, TX, who shares how his church and other churches have been impacted and have responded to the COVID-19 pandemic. Stephen speaks to new avenues of worship,…
Life as a Flight Attendant During COVID-19: I Don’t Care
This week on I Don’t Care, Kevin Stevenson invited a very special guest on to the show to discuss the impact of the COVID-19 crisis on the airline industry. Kevin’s wife, Michelle, is a flight attendant for a major airline and gave some insight into the enhanced cleaning protocols, crew safety and changes in…
COVID-19’s Impact on Elder Care, Families, and Small Businesses: I Don’t Care
This week on I Don’t Care, Kevin Stevenson takes a look at the impact the COVID-19 crisis is having on long term care facilities. Many patients in these facilities are the most susceptible to the most severe effects of the virus as they are older or have weakened immune systems. The healthcare professionals running…
How Public Schools are Mitigating the Impact of COVID-19: I Don’t Care
The global COVID-19 pandemic has initiated ripple effects across every global industry, and education is no exception. Universities and public school districts around the U.S. are being proactive in addressing the impact of this viral outbreak, working to mitigate the impact of COVID-19 on students, faculty and surrounding communities. On this episode of I Don’t…
Telemedicine is Not Science Fiction Anymore: I Don’t Care
The year 2062 maybe 42 years away, but Felixia Colón, Regional Vice President of SCP Health, said some of the technology the Jetsons cartoon predicted are already in practice. Telemedicine may have made its debut in an episode of the Jetsons when Jane Jetson contacts a doctor on a video screen to diagnose her…
Navigating the Complex Web of Healthcare Revenue Cycle Management: I Don’t Care
On this episode of I Don’t Care, host Kevin Stevenson was joined by Christian Torres, owner of EMS Medical Billing, for a discussion about the ins and outs of revenue cycle management, or medical billing, in the healthcare industry. Torres has more than two decades of experience helping healthcare professionals manage this complex aspect…
Nurses Must Make Selfcare a Priority: I Don’t Care
Host Kevin Stevenson cares; he just doesn’t do care. On this episode of I Don’t Care, Stevenson spoke with someone who does do care: Colea Owens, Professional Development Nursing Educator. Owens’ passion is quality healthcare, and she knows the best way for nurses to provide the best care for patients is first to take…
Overcoming Challenges Facing Rural Hospitals: I Don’t Care with Kevin Stevenson
On this episode of I Don’t Care, host Kevin Stevenson is joined by Eastland Memorial Hospital’s Ron Hunt, who brings to the table a lengthy career of experience in rehab and post-acute care, to discuss the ins and outs of rural healthcare.Listen to I Don’t Care LIVE every Friday morning at 9:30AM CST to…
Discussing Consumer Expectations in Healthcare
On this episode of I Don’t Care with Kevin Stevenson, we have a conversation with Mark Olney, Managing Director of Health and Public Service at Accenture. Mark discusses consumer expectations for healthcare and how they differ by generation. How are Millennials and Gen Z approaching healthcare differently than their parents? Can healthcare companies adjust…
Randy Grimes Talks Opioids, Addiction, and Recovery – Part 2
In the second part of his interview with Randy Grimes on I Don’t Care, Kevin Stevenson and the former NFL offensive lineman discuss the road to recovery, his efforts to help other athletes, and the widespread nature of the problem of opioids in sports. If you missed part 1 of the interview, check…
Randy Grimes Talks Opioids, Addiction, and Recovery – Part 1
Randy Grimes joins this episode of I Don’t Care with Kevin Stevenson for the first of a two-part interview discussing his career in the NFL, addiction to opioids, and eventual recovery. As the opioid epidemic continues to rage in the United States, Randy shares his personal story of how he found himself in the…
Healing Environments in Healthcare
The latest episode of I Don’t Care with Kevin Stevenson tackled the topic of building and creating healing environments in healthcare. Special guest Dr. Susan Mazer, President, CEO & Co-Founder of Healing Healthcare Systems, joined the show to share her expertise on the topic. “If the environment is not positive, supportive, comforting, stress reducing, welcoming…then what is…
Navigating the Stress of the Holiday Season: I Don’t Care
The holiday season is a joyous and happy time for many people, but for some it can be an emotionally trying time. Interacting with family, missing family members who have passed away, and the general hustle and bustle of the season can be difficult to deal with. On this episode of I Don’t Care…
Caring For End of Life Patients: I Don’t Care with Kevin Stevenson
On today’s episode of I Don’t Care, MarketScale contributor Kevin Stevenson, MBA FACHE, discusses the end of life process and how families can best prepare for the passing of their loved ones. Joining the show this week is Nathalie Bonafe, PhD, a Certified End-of-Life Doula and Care Consultant, NEDA-Proficient for A Gentler Parting, LLC…
The Differences Between Medicare and Medicare Advantage: I Don’t Care, Episode 3
Have you ever wondered what the differences are between Medicare and Medicare Advantage? Wonder no more! This episode of I Don’t Care with Kevin Stevenson dives into those differences and gets some expert analysis from Johnny Y’Barbo with the Copeland Group. Johnny and Kevin get into the nitty gritty of Medicare to explain these differences…
I Don’t Care: The Sticky Issue of Wasteful Spending
On this episode of I Don’t Care with Kevin Stevenson, he discussed the growing issue of wasteful spending in the healthcare industry. The Department of Health and Human Services and the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services reported that U.S. healthcare spending hit $3.5 trillion in 2017, a 3.9% increase from 2016. While it…
I Don’t Care: Educating Healthcare Consumers
On this episode of I Don’t Care, MarketScale healthcare industry contributor Kevin Stevenson, MBA FACHE, discussed the importance of educating healthcare consumers on the various options they have. “People are becoming a lot more involved in their care and they’re able to access a wide variety of healthcare information,” Stevenson said. The problem for…
The Role of Mentorship and Professional Organizations in Healthcare
These days there are a number of avenues for individuals to dive into the healthcare industry. Gone are the days where proficiency in medicine was the only requirement for a career in healthcare. That has certainly been the case for Kevin Stevenson, who has worked with various healthcare organizations for over 30 years with…
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