The American Journal of Healthcare Strategy

From the flight deck to the exam room—Robert G. Darling, MD, has seen it all. With nearly four decades in medicine, a 25-year career in U.S. Navy medicine, and a role as the first emergency physician on The White House detail, his journey is one of resilience, adaptability, and ethical leadership. Dr. Darling’s insights into patient care, technological advancements, and the evolving medical landscape are invaluable for clinicians and healthcare leaders alike. Whether navigating high-pressure environments or upholding the human touch in a world increasingly driven by AI, his story is a powerful reminder of what truly defines excellent medical practice. Read more about his incredible journey and the lessons he shares on leadership, integrity, and innovation in healthcare. ?? #HealthcareLeadership #MedicalInnovation #HealthcareEthics #Resilience #AIinHealthcare #Leadership #Medicine #HealthcareProfessionals #NavyMedicine #WhiteHousePhysician #PhysicianLeadership

In an era where healthcare innovation moves fast, Healthmap Solutions has emerged as a leader in kidney population health management. We had the chance to sit down with Tom Gaffney, Chief Growth Officer at Healthmap Solutions, to discuss how the company’s patient-first approach, early intervention strategies, and cutting-edge technology are reshaping the way we think about chronic kidney disease (CKD) management. From strategic market expansion to the recent acquisition of Carium, Healthmap’s journey is a case study in sustainable growth, value-based care, and the power of AI-driven insights. ???? #HealthcareStrategy #PopulationHealth #ValueBasedCare #ChronicKidneyDisease #CKDManagement #HealthTech #HealthcareInnovation #AIinHealthcare #DigitalHealth #HealthcareLeadership #MedicareAdvantage #RiskBasedContracts #PatientCenteredCare #HealthcareGrowth #HealthmapSolutions #HealthcarePodcast #CareManagement

HIMSS25 was all about AI's transformative role in healthcare—and the insights from industry leaders were nothing short of groundbreaking. From agentic AI to voice automation, revenue cycle transformation, and cybersecurity, the future of healthcare is being reshaped in real-time. ?? Hear from top executives, including: ?? Philipp von Gilsa – AI’s role in simplifying healthcare operations ?? Anurag Mehta – AI-powered revenue cycle innovation ?? Scott Mattila – AI security & regulatory concerns ?? Colin Banas – The rise of ambient listening tech ?? John Welch – AI & ChatGPT in clinical decision-making ?? Greg Miller – AI’s pragmatic, real-world applications ?? Karie Ryan, – Nursing automation to reduce burnout ?? Ben Scharfe – The impact of AI legislation & QHINs ?? Patty Hayward – AI in patient access & revenue cycle ?? Kent Dicks – AI-driven remote patient monitoring ?? John Orosco – Distinguishing real AI from the hype ?? Sandy Saggar – Networking to solve industry challenges ?? Mike Esworthy – Proving ROI for healthcare #HIMSS25 #HealthcareAI #DigitalHealth #HealthTech #FutureOfHealthcare

The Future of Cardiac Care is Here – AI & Predictive Analytics are Leading the Way Rick Moreland of Modality Global Advisors & Sonal Chandra, MD of GE HealthCare share incredible new technologies, methodologies, and unique insights in the increasingly advanced cardiac care space. While this article heavily focuses on advancements to Cardiac care, the techniques could be just as easily applied to other Specialties, making this article a must read. #Cardiology #Healthcare #Medicine #Health #HealthAdmin #Cardiac #MedEd #HealthcareStrategy #HealthAdmin #PublicHealth

A little over 5 years ago, Abhishek began working as a Mortgage specialist after graduating from Texas A&M University with his BBA. Now, he's an administrative fellow at one of the nation's leading children's hospitals. Abhishek Gurnani, MHA shares his incredible story of transformation, personal and professional growth, and tips for emerging leaders in this incredible episode with Vrushangi Shah, MHA featuring Cincinnati Children's. #Healthcare #Health #AdministrativeFellowship #AdminFellow #HealthAdmin #AdminResident #Internship #MedEd #MHA #MBA Houston Methodist Texas A&M University Cincinnati Children's #Mentorship

So, you've found a solution that could really help your community. This is great! -but there's one problem. How do you scale it? Tyler Smith, MS, CSCS, the Director of Community health at Bon Secours Mercy Health in Lima, Ohio, shares how his department has scaled initiatives such as Food, Housing, and Newcomer assistance to over 11 counties - with a mix of Rural, Urban, and Suburban populations. Don't miss this inspiring episode and conversation. #HealthcareAdministration #Healthcare #PublicHealth #PopulationHealth #ValueBasedCare #CommunityHealth #Ohio #Health #MedEd #SDoH

Erin Ballentine, PharmD, MBA, MS, BCPS, inpatient operations manager at Johns Hopkins Hospital, sits down with Zachary McConnell, MHA, PA-S2 to discuss the importance of Pharmacy Administration, Navigating the potential pitfalls of being a Young Leader, and a firsthand look into Dr. Ballentine's unique career pathway. This is a great episode for those looking to gain insights into Johns Hopkins innovative and collaborative management models, learn about the importance of pharmacy in healthcare administration, or emerging leaders looking for critical advice. #Healthcare #HealthAdmin #HealthcareAdmin #HealthcareAdministration #Pharmacy #Pharmacist #PharmD #MBA #MHA #Fellowship #Residency #ClinicianLeader #Pharmacy

Launching a healthcare startup comes with challenges—regulations, finances, staffing, and operations. But you don’t have to navigate it alone. HealthCare Administration Unlimited (HAU) provides expert support to help you: ? Stay compliant with regulations ? Build a strong financial foundation ? Hire & credential top talent ? Optimize operations for success Ready to launch with confidence? Read our latest article to see how HAU can guide your startup. #HealthcareStartups #HealthTech #MedicalPractice #HealthcareInnovation #RegulatoryCompliance #HealthcareBusiness #Telehealth #EHR #MedicalSoftware #HealthcareLeadership #HealthCareIndustry #StartupSupport #HealthcareFinance #HealthcareOperations

The Medical University of South Carolina (Medical University of South Carolina) is proving that technological innovation isn’t limited to Silicon Valley. Under the leadership of Crystal Broj, CPDHTS, Chief Digital Transformation Officer, MUSC has implemented AI-driven solutions that are reducing no-show rates, improving patient satisfaction, and streamlining clinical workflows. ?? Automated patient check-ins lowered no-show rates by 4% and saved 500+ staff hours per month ?? Ambient scribing tech reduced provider documentation time by 33% ?? Prior authorization automation cut processing time from 30 minutes to 1 MUSC is pioneering AI and automation to improve healthcare operations while keeping the human element at the core. Read our latest feature to see how they’re making it happen. #HealthcareInnovation #DigitalHealth #AIinHealthcare #HealthTech #Automation #PatientExperience #MUSC #MedicalTechnology #Telehealth #HealthcareLeadership

In today’s evolving healthcare landscape, leadership isn’t just about strategy—it’s about impact. Clinician-leaders bring a unique frontline perspective, ensuring that policy decisions translate into meaningful improvements in patient care and physician well-being. In our latest feature, Dr. Julia Flax, Chief Population Health Officer at CoxHealth, shares how her journey from the exam room to the boardroom shaped her approach to population health, leadership, and wellness. ? How physician-leaders drive innovation and better patient outcomes ? The role of community collaboration in advancing health equity ? Strategies for improving physician well-being and reducing burnout Dr. Flax’s insights reveal why leadership, and wellness must go hand in hand—and how empowering physicians can transform the entire healthcare system. #HealthcareLeadership #PopulationHealth #PhysicianWellness #ValueBasedCare Julia F. CoxHealth University of Missouri-Columbia Stanford University American Board of Family Medicine American Academy of Family Physicians #MedEd #Medicine #DO #MD #Healthcare