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The Vurge
The Vurge Podcast brings together trailblazers, experts, and industry disrupters to explore the future of tech and innovation in the healthcare industry. Whether you’re a seasoned executive or have just begun your career, this podcast will bring you thought-provoking ideas and opinions sure to bring value to all who listen. Join us in our latest episodes to stay up to date on the innovative changes that are transforming healthcare as we know it.
Episodes
45 episodes
Lee Health CIO Rick Schooler on IT Governance, Collaboration, and Managing Change
In this episode, we're joined by Rick Schooler, the CIO of Florida-based Lee Health. Rick shares his journey from aspiring college athlete to healthcare IT leader, highlighting his extensive career in the industry. He discusses the significant ...
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34:15
Go-Live Leadership Lessons with Oliver Galicki
We talk with Oliver Galicki of Memorial Hermann Health System, who transformed a football injury into a thriving career in healthcare IT. Listen as Oliver reveals how the leadership skills ...
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27:35
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Aspire to Inspire: Chuck Podesta's Journey of Healthcare IT Leadership and Reinvention
Venture with us into the heart of Renown Health's IT transformation, where CIO Chuck Podesta's financial savvy led to slashing IT overhead while safeguarding jobs and boosting staff morale. Discover the ingenious strategies that not only reduce...
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Navigating Organizational Change in Healthcare: Insights from Divurgent
On this episode of The Vurge, we welcome Debi Smith and Lily Farris to the show to unravel the tapestry of organizational change management (OCM). The duo tap into their rich experience in healthcare OCM to share how understanding the human sid...
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Advancing Healthcare with AI and Personalized Solutions (ft. Claus Torp Jensen)
Imagine an environment where technology whispers timely advice, enabling care that’s as unique as our own fingerprints. On this episode of The Vurge, Rebecca sits down with Claus Torp Jense...
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36:00
Celebrating Women in Technology: A Story of Accidental Entrepreneurship featuring Marissa Maldonado
Embarking on a career pivot can feel like a leap into the unknown, but for Marissa , it was a leap that led to the birth of Proda Technology. The co-founder and CEO of Proda Technology joins us to recount the serendipitous moment she traded her...
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43:58
A Culture of Change: Celebrating the Wins
On this episode of The Vurge, Rebecca welcomes Alvin Haygan, Jr. to continue the conversation on organizational change management. Together they peel back the layers of fear and resistance that often shroud transitions in healthcare IT, reveali...
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24:35
Innovating Digital Identities
On this episode of The Vurge, Rebecca welcomes Maggie Rigaux, Chief Growth Officer at Credivera. Her story is a testament to adaptability and foresight, from crunching numbers to shaping the future of credential verification. Maggie isn't just ...
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22:56
The Digital Landscape of Mental Health
On this episode of The Vurge, Rebecca sits down with Melissa Giampietri, Consulting for Human Services, to talk mental health. Together, they dig into the nuanced ...
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30:52
Running the Distance in Health Tech Leadership: From CIO to President (ft. Joel Benware)
On this episode of The Vurge, Rebecca connects with Joel Benware, an innovative healthcare technology leader and mentor. Tune in as they dig into the importance of education and l...
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40:50
Change Champions with Amy Horner: Strategies, Leadership, and Personal Growth
Welcome to the first episode of 2024! Join Rebecca as she welcomes Amy Horner, CPA, MBA, founder of True Nine. Horner is a change ...
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30:10
Tales from the Road: The high-pressure world of large-scale project management (ft. Nicole Boose & Nikita Brown)
Imagine being at the helm of a massive project, managing hundreds of people, and dealing with high-stress situations - all while keeping a composed poker face. On this episode of The Vurge, Rebecca is joined by two of the best Divu...
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Coming Together for Women in HIT and Cybersecurity (ft. Robyn Ewers)
On this episode of The Vurge, Rebecca Woods is joined by Robyn Ewers, President of WiCys Healthcare. A partnership & alliances expert, Robyn talks about creating partnerships that del...
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36:53
Exploring the Power of Data and Analytics in Healthcare (ft. Rachini Moosavi)
On this episode of The Vurge, Rebecca is joined by Rachini Moosavi, Chief Analytics Officer at UNC Health. Together they dig into all things data & analytics, unraveling the magic of data and its transformative impact on the healthcare indu...
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22:35
On the Vurge (ft. Gretchen Britt)
On this episode of The Vurge, Rebecca sits down with Gretchen Britt, Vice President, Information Technology at Liberty Health. She talks about her journey from the NICU &n...
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26:53
From Operations to IT: An Inside Look (ft. Joe Grinstead)
On this episode of The Vurge, get to know Divurgent's EVP of Delivery, Joe Grinstead. Joe's vast experience and expertise bring insight to the interplay between the business side of health...
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32:33
Digital Innovation Insights (ft. Zahid Ali)
On this episode of The Vurge, Rebecca sits down with Zahid Ali, the Chief Digital and Information Officer & Founder of TECHMEDO. Offering a unique perspective on leveraging technology to m...
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37:47
Innovative Leaps in Healthcare IT (ft. Nishtha Jain)
On this episode of The Vurge, Rebecca welcomes Nishtha Jain, Head of Innovation and Digital Technology at Takeda. Together they cover her journey to biotech engineering from India...
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28:46
Bridging the Gap Between Operations & Technology (ft. Dave Wattling)
Buckle up as we plunge into a riveting conversation with seasoned health tech entrepreneur, Dave Wattling. Strap in for a deep dive into the challenging yet exciting world of healthcare IT, spanning across Canada, Britain, and the U.S. Expect t...
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33:56
Empowering Women and Transforming Home Health (ft. Stacy Olinger)
On this episode of The Vurge, Rebecca is joined by Stacy Olinger, Vice President Home Care at BJC Healthcare. Olinger is a seasoned healthcare executive and nurse, who's been on a fascinating voyage from the organic chemistry lab to the echelon...
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22:08
From Office Spaces to Open Roads: Thriving in Remote Work Environments (ft. Wendy Hoffman)
Ever thought about the true impact of nonverbal communication in a remote work setup? Our conversation with Wendy Hoffman, Chief People Officer at Divurgent, reveals why the little camera on ...
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23:35
Bridging Healthcare Disparities through Technology (ft. Maia Carter)
Ever wondered how virtual care can revolutionize healthcare? Today, we chat with Maia Carter, a dedicated primary care physician and virtual care pioneer. Carrying a ...
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31:07
Mastering Epic's Hyperdrive Migration: Strategies for Successful Organizational Transition (ft. Adam Tallinger & Dana Locke)
Ready to navigate the complexities of the Epic Hyperdrive migration process? Join us, as we sit down with Divurgent Team Members, Adam Tallinger, the Executive Vice President of Client Service, and Dana Locke, the Vice President of Delivery, wh...
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