Meeting of
the Minds
A discussion series with industry leaders to spark debate, share ideas, and keep us moving toward our common goal of quality healthcare for all.
AI in Mental Health Workflows: Virtua Physician's Perspectives
Dr. Angela Skrynzski, Virtua Health’s lead physician for tele-health, changes the conversation to, “What support can we offer in a comprehensive care plan?”
Providence’s Guide to Healthcare Interoperability
Sara Vaezy, Chief Strategy and Digital Officer at Providence, discusses the critical need for healthcare interoperability and transparency to enhance patient experience.
US Health IT Chief on the Future of Interoperability
Dr. Micky Tripathy, National Coordinator for Health IT at the Department of Health and Human Services, discusses the importance of leveraging technology to serve patients in healthcare.
Leading Psychiatrist: How to Measure Mental Health
In this next episode of Meeting of the Minds, Manish Sapra, Executive Director of Behavioral Health and Psychiatry at Northwell Health, discusses the importance of measurement-based care in mental health.
Mental Health’s Surprising Role in Maternal Deaths
Dr. Nancy Byatt, Professor of Psychiatry at UMass Chan Medical School, discusses the critical importance of providing mental health care as part of perinatal care for women and birthing people
How Geisinger is Transforming Rural Mental Health
Dawn Zieger, VP of Psychiatry and Behavioral Health at Geisinger Health, discusses the importance of improving behavioral health access in rural communities.
Mental Health, Data Analytics, and The Pursuit of Happiness
Oleg Tarkovsky, CEO of Carelon Behavioral Health in Maryland, discusses the challenges in addressing health equity gaps, the need for meaningful data and more in this Meeting of the Minds discussion
Healthcare CEO Transforms Care for the Underserved
Suzanne Kunis, President and CEO of NovaWell, emphasizes the importance of integrated care that treats individuals holistically, in this Meeting of the Minds discussion
Hold Healthtech Accountable on Race, Sex, and Equity
Dr. Jessica Jackson, Chair of the Mental Health Technology Advisory Committee for the American Psychological Association, offers valuable insights into breaking down barriers and driving meaningful change in the quest for equitable mental healthcare.
The White House’s NEW Playbook for SDoH
Leticia Reyes-Nash from Health Management Associates discusses systems and programs outlined in the White House’s Social Determinants of Health Playbook
A Journey Towards Behavioral Health Integration
Alicia Berkemeyer, Chief Health Management Officer at Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arkansas, discusses the importance of integrating physical and mental health
Why is Health Tech SLEEPING on Medicaid?
Tracy Rico, MHA, RN, Director of Virtual Care Services at Superior Centene, aims to transform health tech in Medicaid
The Biggest Threat to Mental Health Wait Times
As Chief Behavioral Health officer at Reliant Health, Dr. Nordberg aims to build precision, data-driven approaches
Mental Health's Missing Voice in Value Based Care
Dr. Maria Koshy, Chair of Chiefs of Psychiatry at Kaiser Permanente, has a unique perspective being at the center of care delivery
Beyond the Status Quo: Improving Mental Healthcare for All
Thomas Insel, MD, joins us for an in-depth discussion with Woebot Health's Alison Darcy, PhD, on the future of mental healthcare
Is Value-Based Care Living Up To Its Promise?
David Weathington, Elevance Health’s VP of Network and Value Based Solutions, joins us to talk about his expertise with a value-based care model.
What Does Racism Cost Our Healthcare System?
Jahmal Miller, Chief Administrative Officer of Mercy Medical Group, outlines the high costs of inequity and bias in healthcare
Unraveling the Complexities of Measurement-Based Care
Melissa Reilly, Evernorth Behavioral Health Service's Chief Strategy Officer, joins us to discuss their measurement based care approach
Reimagining the Value of Innovation in a Post-pandemic Era
JD Friedland, the managing director of Cleveland Clinic's venture arm, discusses the shifting landscape of digital health investments
Truths and Limitations of Using Social Determinants of Health Data
Dr. Roshni Koli of Meadows Mental Health Policy Institute, on taking a more holistic approach to understanding SDOH
Home Health is Happening - Now How Do We Make it Work?
Julia Crist of Inbound Health explains how hospital-at-home programs can improve outcomes and lower costs while making care more accessible
Integrating Behavioral Health into Specialty Care Settings
Dr. David Covall on how addressing depression and anxiety before and after surgery leads to better outcomes
What We Lose By Leaving Nurses Out of Tech Decisions
Heather Hudnall of NTT Data discusses the critical importance of including nurses in leadership
Strategies to Reduce Stigma in Healthcare
Healthcare Marketing Executive Melissa Fors Shackelford provides insights on the importance of language, education, and open conversation
Advancing Behavioral Health Tech By Building Community
A special episode recorded at Future of Mental Healthcare East: Solome Tibebu of Going Digital Behavioral Health Tech
Creating A Flexible Framework for Innovation
A special episode recorded at the Young Health Leader Summit: Emily Fry, VP of Innovation Operations at Geisinger
The Anatomy of a Digital Strategy That Drives Growth
Sara Vaezy of Providence lays out the critical role that digital strategy plays in driving sustainable growth
8 Building Blocks of Health Equity Strategy
A special episode recorded at FoMH East: Tracy Parris-Benjamin, health equity strategist, formerly with BCBS New Jersey
Measurement-Based Care: Highly Effective, But Few Practice It
A special episode recorded at FoMH East: Dylan Ross, Ph.D.,Vice Chair, Measurement-Based Care, American Psychological Association
Is Your Strategy Really Data Driven?
Dr. Sanjula Jain of Trilliant Health on how to get the most valuable insights out of your organization's data
How to Recognize a True Platform Solution
A special Meeting of the Minds recorded at ViVE: Ben Maisano, SVP, Head of Strategy for Tendo
Want to Know How To Improve Healthcare? These 2 Groups Can Help
Author and healthcare leader Dr. Z Colette Edwards, MBA, on why leaders need to listen to patients and staffers
A.I. in Healthcare: An Interview with Dr. Eric Topol, Part 2
Founder & President Alison Darcy, PhD, interviews Dr. Eric Topol, author of Deep Medicine, on how A.I. is transforming healthcare
The Three Cs of Implementing Value-Based Care
A special Meeting of the Minds recorded at ViVE: Antwan D. Williams of Henry Ford Health and the Advancement League
A.I. & Healthcare: An Interview with Dr. Eric Topol, Part 1
Founder & President Alison Darcy, PhD, interviews Dr. Eric Topol, author of Deep Medicine, on how A.I. is transforming healthcare
Improving Care for People on Medicaid Can Improve Care for All
A special episode of Meeting of the Minds recorded at ViVE 2023: Mary Walter of HMA Health Management Associates
Evaluating the Science Behind Health Tech: 10 Must-Ask Questions
Quyen Ngo, PhD, of Hazelden Betty Ford, explains how to interrogate the science behind digital health solutions
Arkansas Blue Cross & Blue Shield's Equity Action Plan
Health equity leader Dr. Creshelle Nash shares her framework for infusing equity throughout her organization
Anatomy of a Successful Digital Transformation
A special Meeting of the Minds episode recorded at HLTH: Dr. Tarun Kapoor, Chief Digital Transformation Officer, Virtua Health
AI in Mental Health Workflows: Virtua Physician's Perspectives
Dr. Angela Skrynzski, Virtua Health’s lead physician for tele-health, changes the conversation to, “What support can we offer in a comprehensive care plan?”
Providence’s Guide to Healthcare Interoperability
Sara Vaezy, Chief Strategy and Digital Officer at Providence, discusses the critical need for healthcare interoperability and transparency to enhance patient experience.
US Health IT Chief on the Future of Interoperability
Dr. Micky Tripathy, National Coordinator for Health IT at the Department of Health and Human Services, discusses the importance of leveraging technology to serve patients in healthcare.
Leading Psychiatrist: How to Measure Mental Health
In this next episode of Meeting of the Minds, Manish Sapra, Executive Director of Behavioral Health and Psychiatry at Northwell Health, discusses the importance of measurement-based care in mental health.
Mental Health’s Surprising Role in Maternal Deaths
Dr. Nancy Byatt, Professor of Psychiatry at UMass Chan Medical School, discusses the critical importance of providing mental health care as part of perinatal care for women and birthing people
How Geisinger is Transforming Rural Mental Health
Dawn Zieger, VP of Psychiatry and Behavioral Health at Geisinger Health, discusses the importance of improving behavioral health access in rural communities.
Mental Health, Data Analytics, and The Pursuit of Happiness
Oleg Tarkovsky, CEO of Carelon Behavioral Health in Maryland, discusses the challenges in addressing health equity gaps, the need for meaningful data and more in this Meeting of the Minds discussion
Healthcare CEO Transforms Care for the Underserved
Suzanne Kunis, President and CEO of NovaWell, emphasizes the importance of integrated care that treats individuals holistically, in this Meeting of the Minds discussion
Hold Healthtech Accountable on Race, Sex, and Equity
Dr. Jessica Jackson, Chair of the Mental Health Technology Advisory Committee for the American Psychological Association, offers valuable insights into breaking down barriers and driving meaningful change in the quest for equitable mental healthcare.
The White House’s NEW Playbook for SDoH
Leticia Reyes-Nash from Health Management Associates discusses systems and programs outlined in the White House’s Social Determinants of Health Playbook
A Journey Towards Behavioral Health Integration
Alicia Berkemeyer, Chief Health Management Officer at Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arkansas, discusses the importance of integrating physical and mental health
Why is Health Tech SLEEPING on Medicaid?
Tracy Rico, MHA, RN, Director of Virtual Care Services at Superior Centene, aims to transform health tech in Medicaid
The Biggest Threat to Mental Health Wait Times
As Chief Behavioral Health officer at Reliant Health, Dr. Nordberg aims to build precision, data-driven approaches
Mental Health's Missing Voice in Value Based Care
Dr. Maria Koshy, Chair of Chiefs of Psychiatry at Kaiser Permanente, has a unique perspective being at the center of care delivery
Beyond the Status Quo: Improving Mental Healthcare for All
Thomas Insel, MD, joins us for an in-depth discussion with Woebot Health's Alison Darcy, PhD, on the future of mental healthcare
Is Value-Based Care Living Up To Its Promise?
David Weathington, Elevance Health’s VP of Network and Value Based Solutions, joins us to talk about his expertise with a value-based care model.
What Does Racism Cost Our Healthcare System?
Jahmal Miller, Chief Administrative Officer of Mercy Medical Group, outlines the high costs of inequity and bias in healthcare
Unraveling the Complexities of Measurement-Based Care
Melissa Reilly, Evernorth Behavioral Health Service's Chief Strategy Officer, joins us to discuss their measurement based care approach
Reimagining the Value of Innovation in a Post-pandemic Era
JD Friedland, the managing director of Cleveland Clinic's venture arm, discusses the shifting landscape of digital health investments
Truths and Limitations of Using Social Determinants of Health Data
Dr. Roshni Koli of Meadows Mental Health Policy Institute, on taking a more holistic approach to understanding SDOH
Home Health is Happening - Now How Do We Make it Work?
Julia Crist of Inbound Health explains how hospital-at-home programs can improve outcomes and lower costs while making care more accessible
Integrating Behavioral Health into Specialty Care Settings
Dr. David Covall on how addressing depression and anxiety before and after surgery leads to better outcomes
What We Lose By Leaving Nurses Out of Tech Decisions
Heather Hudnall of NTT Data discusses the critical importance of including nurses in leadership
Strategies to Reduce Stigma in Healthcare
Healthcare Marketing Executive Melissa Fors Shackelford provides insights on the importance of language, education, and open conversation
Advancing Behavioral Health Tech By Building Community
A special episode recorded at Future of Mental Healthcare East: Solome Tibebu of Going Digital Behavioral Health Tech
Creating A Flexible Framework for Innovation
A special episode recorded at the Young Health Leader Summit: Emily Fry, VP of Innovation Operations at Geisinger
The Anatomy of a Digital Strategy That Drives Growth
Sara Vaezy of Providence lays out the critical role that digital strategy plays in driving sustainable growth
8 Building Blocks of Health Equity Strategy
A special episode recorded at FoMH East: Tracy Parris-Benjamin, health equity strategist, formerly with BCBS New Jersey
Measurement-Based Care: Highly Effective, But Few Practice It
A special episode recorded at FoMH East: Dylan Ross, Ph.D.,Vice Chair, Measurement-Based Care, American Psychological Association
Is Your Strategy Really Data Driven?
Dr. Sanjula Jain of Trilliant Health on how to get the most valuable insights out of your organization's data
How to Recognize a True Platform Solution
A special Meeting of the Minds recorded at ViVE: Ben Maisano, SVP, Head of Strategy for Tendo
Want to Know How To Improve Healthcare? These 2 Groups Can Help
Author and healthcare leader Dr. Z Colette Edwards, MBA, on why leaders need to listen to patients and staffers
A.I. in Healthcare: An Interview with Dr. Eric Topol, Part 2
Founder & President Alison Darcy, PhD, interviews Dr. Eric Topol, author of Deep Medicine, on how A.I. is transforming healthcare
The Three Cs of Implementing Value-Based Care
A special Meeting of the Minds recorded at ViVE: Antwan D. Williams of Henry Ford Health and the Advancement League
A.I. & Healthcare: An Interview with Dr. Eric Topol, Part 1
Founder & President Alison Darcy, PhD, interviews Dr. Eric Topol, author of Deep Medicine, on how A.I. is transforming healthcare
Improving Care for People on Medicaid Can Improve Care for All
A special episode of Meeting of the Minds recorded at ViVE 2023: Mary Walter of HMA Health Management Associates
Evaluating the Science Behind Health Tech: 10 Must-Ask Questions
Quyen Ngo, PhD, of Hazelden Betty Ford, explains how to interrogate the science behind digital health solutions
Arkansas Blue Cross & Blue Shield's Equity Action Plan
Health equity leader Dr. Creshelle Nash shares her framework for infusing equity throughout her organization
Anatomy of a Successful Digital Transformation
A special Meeting of the Minds episode recorded at HLTH: Dr. Tarun Kapoor, Chief Digital Transformation Officer, Virtua Health
AI in Mental Health Workflows: Virtua Physician's Perspectives
Dr. Angela Skrynzski, Virtua Health’s lead physician for tele-health, changes the conversation to, “What support can we offer in a comprehensive care plan?”
Providence’s Guide to Healthcare Interoperability
Sara Vaezy, Chief Strategy and Digital Officer at Providence, discusses the critical need for healthcare interoperability and transparency to enhance patient experience.
US Health IT Chief on the Future of Interoperability
Dr. Micky Tripathy, National Coordinator for Health IT at the Department of Health and Human Services, discusses the importance of leveraging technology to serve patients in healthcare.
Leading Psychiatrist: How to Measure Mental Health
In this next episode of Meeting of the Minds, Manish Sapra, Executive Director of Behavioral Health and Psychiatry at Northwell Health, discusses the importance of measurement-based care in mental health.
Mental Health’s Surprising Role in Maternal Deaths
Dr. Nancy Byatt, Professor of Psychiatry at UMass Chan Medical School, discusses the critical importance of providing mental health care as part of perinatal care for women and birthing people
How Geisinger is Transforming Rural Mental Health
Dawn Zieger, VP of Psychiatry and Behavioral Health at Geisinger Health, discusses the importance of improving behavioral health access in rural communities.
Mental Health, Data Analytics, and The Pursuit of Happiness
Oleg Tarkovsky, CEO of Carelon Behavioral Health in Maryland, discusses the challenges in addressing health equity gaps, the need for meaningful data and more in this Meeting of the Minds discussion
Healthcare CEO Transforms Care for the Underserved
Suzanne Kunis, President and CEO of NovaWell, emphasizes the importance of integrated care that treats individuals holistically, in this Meeting of the Minds discussion
Hold Healthtech Accountable on Race, Sex, and Equity
Dr. Jessica Jackson, Chair of the Mental Health Technology Advisory Committee for the American Psychological Association, offers valuable insights into breaking down barriers and driving meaningful change in the quest for equitable mental healthcare.
The White House’s NEW Playbook for SDoH
Leticia Reyes-Nash from Health Management Associates discusses systems and programs outlined in the White House’s Social Determinants of Health Playbook
A Journey Towards Behavioral Health Integration
Alicia Berkemeyer, Chief Health Management Officer at Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arkansas, discusses the importance of integrating physical and mental health
Why is Health Tech SLEEPING on Medicaid?
Tracy Rico, MHA, RN, Director of Virtual Care Services at Superior Centene, aims to transform health tech in Medicaid
The Biggest Threat to Mental Health Wait Times
As Chief Behavioral Health officer at Reliant Health, Dr. Nordberg aims to build precision, data-driven approaches
Mental Health's Missing Voice in Value Based Care
Dr. Maria Koshy, Chair of Chiefs of Psychiatry at Kaiser Permanente, has a unique perspective being at the center of care delivery
Beyond the Status Quo: Improving Mental Healthcare for All
Thomas Insel, MD, joins us for an in-depth discussion with Woebot Health's Alison Darcy, PhD, on the future of mental healthcare
Is Value-Based Care Living Up To Its Promise?
David Weathington, Elevance Health’s VP of Network and Value Based Solutions, joins us to talk about his expertise with a value-based care model.
What Does Racism Cost Our Healthcare System?
Jahmal Miller, Chief Administrative Officer of Mercy Medical Group, outlines the high costs of inequity and bias in healthcare
Unraveling the Complexities of Measurement-Based Care
Melissa Reilly, Evernorth Behavioral Health Service's Chief Strategy Officer, joins us to discuss their measurement based care approach
Reimagining the Value of Innovation in a Post-pandemic Era
JD Friedland, the managing director of Cleveland Clinic's venture arm, discusses the shifting landscape of digital health investments
Truths and Limitations of Using Social Determinants of Health Data
Dr. Roshni Koli of Meadows Mental Health Policy Institute, on taking a more holistic approach to understanding SDOH
Home Health is Happening - Now How Do We Make it Work?
Julia Crist of Inbound Health explains how hospital-at-home programs can improve outcomes and lower costs while making care more accessible
Integrating Behavioral Health into Specialty Care Settings
Dr. David Covall on how addressing depression and anxiety before and after surgery leads to better outcomes
What We Lose By Leaving Nurses Out of Tech Decisions
Heather Hudnall of NTT Data discusses the critical importance of including nurses in leadership
Strategies to Reduce Stigma in Healthcare
Healthcare Marketing Executive Melissa Fors Shackelford provides insights on the importance of language, education, and open conversation
Advancing Behavioral Health Tech By Building Community
A special episode recorded at Future of Mental Healthcare East: Solome Tibebu of Going Digital Behavioral Health Tech
Creating A Flexible Framework for Innovation
A special episode recorded at the Young Health Leader Summit: Emily Fry, VP of Innovation Operations at Geisinger
The Anatomy of a Digital Strategy That Drives Growth
Sara Vaezy of Providence lays out the critical role that digital strategy plays in driving sustainable growth
8 Building Blocks of Health Equity Strategy
A special episode recorded at FoMH East: Tracy Parris-Benjamin, health equity strategist, formerly with BCBS New Jersey
Measurement-Based Care: Highly Effective, But Few Practice It
A special episode recorded at FoMH East: Dylan Ross, Ph.D.,Vice Chair, Measurement-Based Care, American Psychological Association
Is Your Strategy Really Data Driven?
Dr. Sanjula Jain of Trilliant Health on how to get the most valuable insights out of your organization's data
How to Recognize a True Platform Solution
A special Meeting of the Minds recorded at ViVE: Ben Maisano, SVP, Head of Strategy for Tendo
Want to Know How To Improve Healthcare? These 2 Groups Can Help
Author and healthcare leader Dr. Z Colette Edwards, MBA, on why leaders need to listen to patients and staffers
A.I. in Healthcare: An Interview with Dr. Eric Topol, Part 2
Founder & President Alison Darcy, PhD, interviews Dr. Eric Topol, author of Deep Medicine, on how A.I. is transforming healthcare
The Three Cs of Implementing Value-Based Care
A special Meeting of the Minds recorded at ViVE: Antwan D. Williams of Henry Ford Health and the Advancement League
A.I. & Healthcare: An Interview with Dr. Eric Topol, Part 1
Founder & President Alison Darcy, PhD, interviews Dr. Eric Topol, author of Deep Medicine, on how A.I. is transforming healthcare
Improving Care for People on Medicaid Can Improve Care for All
A special episode of Meeting of the Minds recorded at ViVE 2023: Mary Walter of HMA Health Management Associates
Evaluating the Science Behind Health Tech: 10 Must-Ask Questions
Quyen Ngo, PhD, of Hazelden Betty Ford, explains how to interrogate the science behind digital health solutions
Arkansas Blue Cross & Blue Shield's Equity Action Plan
Health equity leader Dr. Creshelle Nash shares her framework for infusing equity throughout her organization
Anatomy of a Successful Digital Transformation
A special Meeting of the Minds episode recorded at HLTH: Dr. Tarun Kapoor, Chief Digital Transformation Officer, Virtua Health

Host
Chris Hemphill
AI Strategy & Data Science in Healthcare
At Woebot Health, Chris Hemphill (they/them) is responsible for advising healthcare leaders on data science and AI strategy. Chris’s career has focused on healthcare strategy, data science, and AI for 10+ years. Chris is also a fellow of the New York University’s McSilver Institute for leading work using AI to reduce racial bias in healthcare outreach.
Outside of this, Chris enjoys trail runs, cooking, and composing experimental music with synthesizers.

