4 episodes in 1! Join our first-ever Health System Celebration Series as we recognize the accomplishments of 4 leaders in digital engagement and consumer experience – Northwestern’s Kali Arduine Ihde, URMC’s Michael Hasselberg, MultiCare’s Jeremy Harrison, and Ballad Health’s Taylor Hamilton.  All that, plus the Flava of the Week about Forward Health shutting down. What led to their sudden demise, and what can we learn about the appeal of tech-first, subscription-based health?  This show is produced by Shift Forward Health, the consumer experience advisory firm for health systems. (#371) 

This bonus episode is part of the Greatest Hits collection — episodes from the past 6 years that are just as relevant today. It was episode #160 and originally aired in May 2021.  On this one, Jill McCormick shared some provocative thinking about solving what she refers to as digital health’s “passionate problems.” When we use human-centered design and then tie that work to digital transformation, we start solving the problems that really need to be solved to move our businesses – and healthcare – forward.  This show is produced by Shift Forward Health, the consumer experience advisory firm for health systems. (#370) 

We compare notes on two recent events they attended: Jared at HLTH, and Zain at Sanford Health’s Future of Rural Health event. All that, plus the Flava of the Week about more new research on consumers’ healthcare perceptions, this time from PWC. As we add this newest research to volumes of data over the years, and that data confirms trends that we’ve known all along, what will be the compelling event to convince health systems to do something about it?  This show is produced by Shift Forward Health, the consumer experience advisory firm for health systems. (#369) 

This bonus episode is part of the Greatest Hits collection — episodes from the past 6 years that are just as relevant today. It was episode #154 and it originally aired in March 2021.  Katie Karatzas, Paul Caldera, and Drake Pusey join Jared and Zain for a rousing discussion about the magic that can happen when healthcare brand engagement meets human-centered design principles. In this episode, you’ll learn the shortcomings of competing on quality, the dangers of focusing on your competition, and how some brand strategies are like trying to win a soccer game with just a goalie. This show is produced by Shift Forward Health, the consumer experience advisory firm for health systems. (#368) 

In the second episode recorded live at HLTH in Las Vegas, Jared speaks with Dr. Noura Abul-Husn, VP of Genomic Health at 23andMe. Noura shares an impressive list of ways that genetic profiles can lead consumers to a more preventive state of health, including many that you might not be aware of.  All that, plus the Flava of the Week about the changing dynamics between physicians and patients. How should we process new research from YouGov about doctor-patient relationships, and how can those insights inform the way we design and build consumer experiences?  This show is produced by Shift Forward Health, the consumer experience advisory firm for health systems. (#367) 

This bonus episode is part of the Greatest Hits collection — episodes from the past 6 years that are just as relevant today. It was episode #227 and it originally aired in August 2022.  Dr. Thomas Cornwell, the National Medical Director of Village Medical at Home, joins hosts Jared Johnson and Zain Ismail to share why home-based healthcare has such a bright future ahead. Learn VillageMD’s vision for healthcare at home and the major role they see it playing in their primary care strategy.  This show is produced by Shift Forward Health, the consumer experience advisory firm for health systems. (#366) 

In the first episode of their special series recorded live at HLTH 2024 in Las Vegas, Jared speaks with NOOM CEO Geoff Cook, their Chief Commercial Officer Cody Fair, and David Schwartz, Vice President of Strategic Alliances and Business Development at ASU Health. Both organizations are committed to consumer-driven innovation and have a vision for a healthier society.  All that, plus the Flava of the Week about the evolution of direct-to-consumer health offerings. What household brands were new at HLTH this year, and how can their presence influence consumer health innovation?  This show is produced by Shift Forward Health, the consumer experience advisory firm for health systems. (#365) 

Jared and Zain share some provocative thinking about Product-Market Fit and describe a couple of tools to put in your new toolset that will help you better understand how to design products, service lines, and experiences with the healthcare consumer at the center. Learn how to use a value proposition canvas, an important tool for building the Healthcare of Tomorrow. This bonus episode is part of the Greatest Hits collection — episodes from the past 6 years that are just as relevant today. It was episode #176 and it originally aired in August 2021.  This show is produced by Shift Forward Health, the consumer experience advisory firm for health systems. (#364) 

Imagine the difference if we can change our product environment so that it creates health, not disease. The impact can be enormous if we make our everyday environment healthy by design, rather than letting life be unhealthy and then challenging people to overcome it with health behaviors and interventions. Join Steve Downs, Co-Founder at Building H, and host Ann Somers Hogg, as they discuss the need to align innovation to our values and the design challenge of  optimizing for community building. 

Irina Pelphrey, VP of Health and Managed Care for Albertsons, discusses how grocery retail can become a health and wellness destination. If you thought you knew what grocery retailers were capable of when it comes to health and wellness, you’re going to get a lot out of this conversation as Irina connects the dots between food as medicine, prevention, medication adherence, behavior change, and ultimately lifestyle modification.  All that, plus the Flava of the Week about Amazon Pharmacy expanding same-day delivery of medications. What can we learn from their expansion, and how can we double down on simple consumer insights in other areas of health and wellness journeys?  This show is produced by Shift Forward Health, the consumer experience advisory firm for health systems. (#363) 

Jared and Zain share some provocative thinking about what might happen if hospitals don’t ultimately change course in the midst of their unsustainable trajectory. Hospitals aren’t ever going away. But the ways that they operate, engage with consumers, and market themselves could look very different in the near future. This bonus episode is part of the Greatest Hits collection — episodes from the past 6 years that are just as relevant today. It was episode #202, and it originally aired in February 2022.  This show is produced by Shift Forward Health, the consumer experience advisory firm for health systems. (#362) 

Jared welcomes Jason Wolf, Founder of the Beryl Institute, a luminary in the patient experience field, and recent author of Transforming the Future of Healthcare. Pay attention to what Jason has to say about the current and future state of the patient experience, and the aspects of consumer experience that have been instrumental in pushing the industry forward as he looks back at 15 years of the Beryl Institute.  All that, plus the Flava of the Week about four major health systems forming Longitude Health. Is it like a rock supergroup, a Power 4 conference, or neither, and what can we deduce from the limited information available so far? This show is produced by Shift Forward Health, the consumer experience advisory firm for health systems. (#361)

This bonus episode is part of the Greatest Hits collection — episodes from the past 6 years that are just as relevant today. It was episode #183, and it originally aired in October 2021.  Jared and Zain share some provocative thinking about why it has been so hard historically to create consumer-first healthcare services and experiences. They dive deep into the patriarchal origins of traditional medicine, how to create an internal culture of innovation, and how to gain consensus for new ideas. This show is produced by Shift Forward Health, the consumer experience advisory firm for health systems. (#360)

It’s an AVIA party! Jared and Zain welcome Jen Melby and Sara Samson from AVIA to discuss their newest benchmarking report and some of the surprises that came up along the way. Spoiler alert: there’s a lot of innovation going on when it comes to addressing consumers’ needs, but health systems overall aren’t quite as sophisticated in their approaches as some might expect at this point.  All that, plus the Flava of the Week about recent movement by Congress to extend coverage for telehealth and health at home. Does this give us more hope for more convenience, and how could it affect innovation efforts for these important aspects of consumer-focused care?  This show is produced by Shift Forward Health, the consumer experience advisory firm for health systems. (#359) 

This bonus episode is part of the Greatest Hits collection — episodes from the past 6 years that are just as relevant today. It was episode #232, and it originally aired in September 2022.  Dr. Gordon Chen, who at the time served as Chief Medical Officer at ChenMed, discusses the company's vision of transformative care and disruptive physician leadership. A key to transformative healthcare is equipping primary care providers to lead the charge, and that requires training them to lead clinically, lead emotionally, and lead the business. This was interesting after hearing from Dr. Sanjay Shetty earlier this week about senior-focused care. Take a listen for the similarities in their approaches towards value-based care for our aging population, as well as the outcomes! This show is produced by Shift Forward Health, the consumer experience advisory firm for health systems. (#358) 

Dr. Sanjay Shetty, President of CenterWell at Humana, covers a lot of ground, from the little things that make a big difference in patient engagement, to the big announcement about Centerwell leasing space in former Walmart Health clinics. All that, plus the Flava of the Week about Humana’s new research on senior-focused primary care. What does the study tell us about the benefits of senior-focused care, and how can it inspire us as we design consumer-centered healthcare services? This show is produced by Shift Forward Health, the consumer advisory firm that helps providers operationalize consumer-centered healthcare services. (#357) 

This bonus episode is part of the Greatest Hits collection — episodes from the past 6 years that are just as relevant today. It was episode #174, and it originally aired in August 2021.  Jared and Zain discuss how hard it is to maintain a relationship with consumers in between episodes of care. So why not align with brands that have an ongoing relationship, such as their Peloton bike or your neighborhood gym? They share some provocative thinking about how hospitals, health systems, and providers can get in on the connected fitness game to benefit their patient relationships and ultimately be part of the solution for living more healthy lives.  This is an interesting take after hearing from the team at Oura and their vision for connected fitness in episode #355.  This show is produced by Shift Forward Health, the consumer experience advisory firm for health systems. (#356) 

This bonus episode is part of the Greatest Hits collection — episodes from the past 6 years that are just as relevant today. It was episode #252, and it originally aired in February 2023.  Michael Hasselberg, Chief Digital Health Officer at University of Rochester Medical Center, gives insights into the ecosystem where digital health startups, consumers, and academic medicine intersect for the good of a population. Join him as he discusses using technology to increase access to care and how he gave up his clinical practice in pursuit of building new innovative care delivery models. This show is produced by Shift Forward Health, the consumer experience advisory firm for health systems. (#354) 

It's a jam-packed conversation with the Oura team! Holly Shelton, Chief Product Officer, and Jason Oberfest, VP of Health Partnerships, dive into the design process behind the Oura Ring’s newest heart health features. By the time you finish hearing from Holly and Jason, you’ll have a whole new sense of what’s possible with next-generation wearables and health data.  All that, plus the Flava of the Week about the FDA authorizing Apple’s Hearing Aid Feature as the first over-the-counter hearing aid software device. Now that AirPods Pro can assist in treating a common ailment for millions of people, how should we keep their announcement in mind as we design and build consumer-centered services?  This show is produced by Shift Forward Health, the consumer advisory firm that helps providers operationalize consumer-centered healthcare services. (#355) 

Ryan McPherson from Cedar helps us benchmark the patient financial experience. If you feel like your well-being has been negatively impacted by a medical bill, you’re not alone – you’ll hear all about that and other metrics from Cedar’s new PFX benchmark report. All that, plus the Flava of the Week about Pfizer’s new online direct to consumer play. What did our test drive of PfizerForAll teach us, and what does the platform’s launch tell us about digital health partnerships?  This show is produced by Shift Forward Health, the consumer advisory firm that helps providers operationalize consumer-centered healthcare services. (#353) 

This bonus episode is part of the Greatest Hits collection — episodes from the past 6 years that are just as relevant today. It was episode #249, and it originally aired in January 2023.  Victor Reiss sheds light on being a Vice President of Consumerism for a major health system. Victor knows that if it was easy to undergo a Consumer Transformation, more organizations would be further along that journey, so it’s important to acknowledge the challenges in going down this path. He describes what led to UNC Health recognizing the need for this role, how the role is structured, and how he measures success. Hint: it’s a team effort. Take a listen and let us know your thoughts about retail-inspired healthcare leadership today! This show is produced by Shift Forward Health, the consumer experience advisory firm for health systems. (#352) 

Darren Sabo, CEO of Primefocus Health, gives an inside look at the company’s launch in partnership with LG. He covers a lot of ground about health at home and educating consumers on this quickly evolving space.  All that, plus the Flava of the Week about what Rock Health is saying about wearables. What can we learn from their data about wearable usage, and how should we remember mature technologies as we design and build consumer-centered services?  This show is produced by Shift Forward Health, the consumer advisory firm that helps providers operationalize consumer-first health. (#351) 

This bonus episode is part of the Greatest Hits collection — episodes from the past 6 years that are just as relevant today. It was episode #237, and it originally aired in October 2022.  Eric Steinberger, Chief Marketing Officer at Atlantic Health, shared his thoughts as a retail-inspired marketing leader. He was the former CMO at Bed Bath & Beyond, so his retail experience is especially relevant as he shares how his team is organized, how they set priorities to meet consumers’ needs, and how they focus on access, affordability, and quality. Take a listen and let us know your thoughts about retail-inspired healthcare leadership today!  This show is produced by Shift Forward Health, the consumer experience advisory firm for health systems. (#350) 

When we think about how to best leverage AI in support of making health outcomes better, we should think about how to support humans, not replace them.  Join Blake Madden, Founder of Hospitalogy, and host Ann Somers Hogg as they explore how generative AI supports or hinders human health and some of the promising offerings that serve humans' desires for relationships, accountability, and community. 

Ryan Thurlwell, the VA Health and Benefits Mobile App Design Lead, recognizes a milestone: the app has been downloaded more than 2 million times, ranking it among the most popular digital health apps. Ryan shares the app's most popular features, insights about connecting digital aspects of a Veteran’s healthcare experience, and what it all tells us about digital engagement.  All that, plus the Flava of the Week about Rock Health’s new research about consumers and weight care. What opportunities does the research show for virtual coaching, and what other insights does it highlight about what consumers want?  This show is produced by Shift Forward Health, the consumer advisory firm that helps providers operationalize consumer-first health. (#349) 

This bonus episode is part of the Greatest Hits collection — episodes from the past 6 years that are just as relevant today. It originally aired in May 2022.  Craig Kartchner shares some provocative thinking about the challenges of reaching consumers in legacy health systems. It’s fair to say that a majority of consumers don’t understand the complexity of the healthcare industry, and they don’t really care. They just want it to be easier. Craig shares how health systems can level up to provide that higher level of customer experience.  It’s easy to see why Craig is one of our most invited guests!  This show is produced by Shift Forward Health, the consumer experience advisory firm for health systems. (#348) 

Craig Kartchner, Chief Marketing and Customer Engagement Officer at HonorHealth, returns to share how more marketers are taking on consumer experience responsibilities, yet widespread progress is still slow. He shares why at some point, the industry will have to have a paradigm shift, why companies that excel at consumer experience seem to flounder when they wade into healthcare, and how health systems will never differentiate on an EHR-first strategy.  All that, plus the Flava of the Week about the stunning price tag of having a seat at the table. You’ll want to hold on tight for this one! A lot of revolutionary ideas are stuck behind pay walls, membership tiers, and walled gardens. So what are we going to do about it?  This show is produced by Shift Forward Health, the consumer advisory firm that helps providers operationalize consumer-first health. (#347) 

This bonus episode is part of the Greatest Hits collection — episodes from the past 6 years that are just as relevant today. It originally aired in September 2021.  Dr. Paul Thomas is in the house to share some provocative thinking about how direct primary care is revolutionizing the patient experience. Learn how the DPC movement is making it possible for consumers to have control of their care and for providers to work outside of the system. When there’s more face time, less charting, and lower costs, healthcare is a better experience for patients and providers. It’s a double dose of DPC after Dr. Thomas appeared in episode #345!  This show is produced by Shift Forward Health, the consumer experience advisory firm for health systems. (#346) 

Dr. Paul Thomas returns to highlight the momentum behind the Direct Primary Care movement and the revolutionary opportunities to break out of the insurance-based primary care model.  All that, plus the Flava of the Week about CVS Health’s new plans to locate Oak Street Health centers side-by-side with pharmacies. Does this latest announcement by a payvider signal that there is a new opportunity for profitable, consumer-first care, and how could it impact the rest of the ecosystem along the way?  This show is produced by Shift Forward Health, the consumer advisory firm that helps providers operationalize consumer-first health. (#345) 

This bonus episode is part of the Greatest Hits collection — episodes from the past 6 years that are just as relevant today. It originally aired in May 2023.  Deborah Di Sanzo, President of Best Buy Health, detailed the three components of Best Buy’s vision for enabling care at home, the extra training that Geek Squad members undergo to set up health tech in your home, and the value proposition to provider organization partners and consumers. After speaking with Best Buy’s Chief Medical Officer Dr. Z on our most recent episode, it’s an interesting tandem to hear this one again and see how their vision has expanded in the last 18 months. This show is produced by Shift Forward Health, the consumer experience advisory firm for health systems. (#344) 

Dr. Ben Zaniello, chief medical officer at Best Buy Health, gives an update about health at home from the consumer’s point of view and dives into some of Best Buy’s highlights in healthcare this year.  All that, plus the Flava of the Week about CenterWell leasing clinical space and opening senior-focused primary care centers at Walmart Supercenters. What will this next chapter of retail health look like, and have we been missing the boat by not including payviders more prominently in the discussion?  This show is produced by Shift Forward Health, the consumer advisory firm that helps providers operationalize consumer-first health. (#343) 

This bonus episode is part of the Greatest Hits collection — episodes from the past 6 years that are just as relevant today. It originally aired in November 2022.  Jared and guest co-host James Gardner spoke with Tim Barry, CEO and Chair of VillageMD, shortly after they announced their $9 billion acquisition of Summit Health. Tim shared how he expect the acquisition would accelerate VillageMD’s vision for improving the consumer experience and clinician experience. It’s fascinating now to revisit this episode following Walgreens' markdown of VillageMD and the scaling back of their investment in the primary care clinics.  This show is produced by Shift Forward Health, the consumer experience advisory firm for health systems. (#342) 

Privia Health is on an upward trajectory, and Dr. Bartley Bryt and Mark Foulke discuss some of the reasons why — including how they are engaging modern health consumers and reducing the administrative burdens of value-based care. All that, plus the Flava of the Week about The Vitamin Shoppe offering weight management services through a telehealth partnership. What do we need to know about nontraditional players in the wellness space, and how are they making fast inroads with digital health services?  This show is produced by Shift Forward Health, the consumer advisory firm that helps providers operationalize consumer-first health. (#341) 

This bonus episode is part of the Greatest Hits collection — episodes from the past 6 years that are just as relevant today. It originally aired in June 2023.  Jared and guest co-host James Gardner spoke with Dr. Chinni Pulluru, who at the time was Chief Clinical Executive and Vice President of Clinical Operations for Walmart Health Omnichannel Care. Dr. Pulluru dove deep into Walmart Health’s vision, goals, and day to day operations, as well as her perspective on the role that retail health plays in creating a healthier society. It’s fascinating now to revisit this episode given the shutdown of their health clinics earlier this year, and it’s quite interesting to look back at her response when asked what she would say to people who are skeptical about retail’s place in providing quality care.  This show is produced by Shift Forward Health, the consumer experience advisory firm for health systems. (#340) 

As longevity care soars in popularity, health consumers still have to connect the dots across various market offerings to gain benefits.  Join host Ann Somers Hogg and Max Marchione, co-founder of Superpower, as they explore how Jobs To Be Done Theory can be leveraged to make preventive, longevity-focused medicine accessible to millions of people.  Resources:  Are Forward’s Carepods “competing against luck”? Forward’s Secret Masterplan (and will CarePods work)

Ryan Kilgallon, Director of Digital at Overit, shares how putting CX first means putting UX first. There’s still a lot of work that goes into making a website the core of consumer experiences, so Ryan goes back to the basics as he walks us through how his team prioritized engagement and what we can all learn from that process. All that, plus the Flava of the Week about Kroger’s new weight management program. How are Kroger and other out of the box brands innovating in the space, and how is weight loss continuing to blur the lines between health and wellness? This show is produced by Shift Forward Health, the consumer advisory firm that helps providers operationalize consumer-first health. (#339) 

This bonus episode is part of the Greatest Hits collection — episodes from the past 6 years that are just as relevant today. It originally aired in January 2021.  Jared and Zain talked about health systems taking the lead in helping people stay healthier. Then they went deep on why now is the time to move beyond sick care models and explore wellness and functional medicine offerings.  This show is produced by Shift Forward Health, the consumer advisory firm that partners with you to operationalize consumer-first health. (#338)

YY from SignalFire dives deep on what the health tech landscape looks like from the venture capital world, including the current and future road map for using tech to improve legacy consumer experiences.  All that, plus the Flava of the Week about Accenture’s recent report on patient loyalty. How does their latest research strengthen the business case for digital engagement, and why should we get better at explaining its value?  This show is produced by Shift Forward Health, the consumer advisory firm that partners with you to operationalize consumer-first health. (#337) 

This bonus episode is part of the Greatest Hits collection — episodes from the past 6 years that are just as relevant today. It originally aired in January 2021.  Jared and Zain talked about whether it’s possible to deliver healthcare in a way that's good for the patient and for business. Then they went deep on knowing where business value comes from, how marketing can get on the same page, and how service design changes when we don’t accept high cost of care as a constant in the equation. This show is produced by Shift Forward Health, the consumer advisory firm that partners with you to operationalize consumer-first health. (#336) 

Come for weight loss, stay for care. Michael Botta, President and Co-Founder of Sesame, discusses Sesame’s partnership with Costco, some details about their recently announced weight loss program, and what it all tells us about how consumers view their health and wellness as well as where digital health fits in.  All that, plus the Flava of the Week about Walgreens scaling back its investment in VillageMD and healthcare. Will the future of retail health trend towards partnerships, and will scaling up quickly makes sense for anyone after their latest earnings call?  This show is produced by Shift Forward Health, the consumer advisory firm that partners with you to operationalize consumer-first health. (#335) 

This bonus episode is part of the Greatest Hits collection — episodes from the past 6 years that are just as relevant today. It originally aired in January 2021.  Jared and Zain discussed about how it’s challenging to design effective customer experiences when no one owns the process. Then they went deep on why digital teams have struggled to adopt service design standards and how to evolve, and dropped knowledge about having a garage full of Ferraris, the three concentric circles of service design, and managing results rather than platforms.  This show is produced by Shift Forward Health, the consumer advisory firm that partners with you to operationalize consumer-first health. (#334) 

Michelle Davey, founder and CEO of Wheel, shares how Wheel is trying to change engagement behaviors, and how they take a partnership approach to reinventing how virtual care is delivered.  All that, plus the Flava of the Week about Equinox’s new longevity-based gym membership. What does it say about opportunities for fitness and healthcare to meet, and how can concierge-level services connect parts of the health and wellness journey?  This show is produced by Shift Forward Health, the consumer advisory firm that partners with you to operationalize consumer-first health. (#333) 

This bonus episode is part of the Greatest Hits collection — episodes from the past 6 years that are just as relevant today. It originally aired in January 2021.  This was Zain’s first episode to co-host, and he and Jared embarked on a quest to discover whether it’s possible for healthcare organizations to provide the experiences that consumers demand. They talk about how culture and organizational structures keep getting in the way, the effects of hierarchical silos, and the benefits of widening our aperture to see more opportunities.  This show is produced by Shift Forward Health, the consumer advisory firm that partners with you to operationalize consumer-first health. (#332) 

Season 11 kicks off with GoodRx Co-Founder Doug Hirsch. Doug is candid about the intentional and unintentional effects of rising drug costs, the downstream effects when consumers don’t fill their prescriptions, and how GoodRx simplifies decisions by reducing the amount of information that’s presented.  All that, plus the Flava of the Week about Season 11’s theme of engaging the modern health consumer. How do we make the total healthcare experience what it was always meant to be, and what’s our destination as we redefine what engagement means?  This show is produced by Shift Forward Health, the consumer advisory firm that partners with you to operationalize consumer-first health. (#331) 

This bonus episode highlights trends in the physician relations space and the digital tools that are being used to modernize providers’ business growth. It’s a “greatest hits” collection from Season 2 of the Actionable Insights Podcast hosted by Doctivity Health. Providers have to address the bottom line before they can prioritize things like consumer experience, so these are important conversations that you’ll want to hear.  This episode features interviews with five senior marketing and physician liaison leaders who voice the health system’s perspective: Jean Hitchcock, Melissa Fors Shackleford, Molly Luton, Chris Pace, and Amy Comeau. Interviews were recorded at HMPS 2024 with guest host James Gardner.  This show is produced by Shift Forward Health, the consumer advisory firm that partners with you to operationalize consumer-first health. (#330)  

We wrap up Season 10 with Ted Moser, Senior Partner at Prophet and author of Winning With Platforms. Ted gives a clinic about the quickly-evolving Platform Era and how healthcare organizations should and shouldn’t leverage platforms to grow their influence and improve consumer experiences.  All that, plus the Flava of the Week about Peleton’s most recent consumer health report. What do attitudes about fitness reveal about healthcare behaviors, and what’s the value in bringing connected fitness and other preventive aspects of health and wellness into the forefront of the consumer experience discussion?  This show is produced by Shift Forward Health, the consumer advisory firm that partners with you to operationalize consumer-first health. (#329) 

For the fourth episode in their mini-series about the future of healthcare marketing, Jared and guest co-host Paul Schrimpf welcome Dave Hook, Executive Director of Marketing and Consumer Experience at John Muir Health. Dave shares how evolutions in martech, staffing, and digital capabilities are driving their approach to consumer-led healthcare.  All that, plus the Flava of the Week about Costco’s new weight loss program. How is Costco’s partnership with Sesame fueling this new offering, and what does it signal to us about the next pivot in consumer-led retail health services?  This show is produced by Shift Forward Health, the consumer advisory firm that partners with you to operationalize consumer-first health. (#328) 

In his work at KLAS, Adam Cherrington speaks with a lot of digital health companies as well as the provider organizations that they serve and partner with. Adam shares his point of view on trends that he’s seeing when it comes to patient experience and consumer engagement, as well as the categories of digital health solutions that are out there addressing these priorities.  All that, plus the Flava of the Week about Oura Rings’ new heart health features. Where do smart rings and other wearables fit in the modern consumer’s health and wellness conversation today, and what they do tell us about making holistic health more accessible?  Highlights: 11:22 – Health systems see the need to move from point solutions to platforms 20:31 – Categorizing the patient engagement ecosystem is challenging 24:41 – Care redesign and tech stack consolidation is the right time to ask patients what they want in their experience 28:32 – Adam hopes we'll see more personalized communication in the future This show is produced by Shift Forward Health, the consumer advisory firm that partners with you to operationalize consumer-first health. (#327) 

Geoffrey Roche is challenging healthcare organizations to think differently about workforce development. He connects the dots between medical training, clinical leadership, and the great need to develop the incoming non-clinical workforce that has different needs and skill sets.  All that, plus the Flava of the Week about Best Buy’s Q1 performance. What are the latest accomplishments with their slow-and-steady approach to innovation, and what does it tell us about consumer products when we consider their enterprise quarterly earnings?  This show is produced by Shift Forward Health, the consumer advisory firm that partners with you to operationalize consumer-first health. (#326) 

Acute stressors aren't what makes us sick; it's the constant, modern-day "lions" that are creating chronic stress, and thus the short-term and long-term health issues that stress creates. Join Dr. Molly Dickens and host Ann Somers Hogg as they discuss how child care in the U.S. is a big modern-day "lion" for parents — especially mothers — and how fixing the child care crisis will help diminish the mental health crisis. Resources: Publication: If health is wealth, America’s working mothers are living in extreme poverty: A framework for proper diagnosis and effective treatment Article: What the Child Care Crisis Does to Parents The Maternal Stress Project