Healthcare Unscripted

Healthcare Unscripted

Welcome to Healthcare Unscripted, the podcast where real conversations meet real innovation. We dive into the ideas, people, and technologies shaping the future of healthcare. Each episode features candid discussions with physicians, founders, and industry leaders who are pushing the boundaries of medical technology, patient care, and healthcare strategy. Presented by Fair Winds Medical, we are bridging the gap between innovative medical device brands and healthcare providers, ensuring that groundbreaking technologies reach the hands of clinicians and patients who need them most. Healthcare Unscripted is proudly sponsored by Fair Winds Medical, the global partner turning breakthrough medical technologies into real patient care. From helping innovative devices navigate regulation to building distribution networks across 74+ global partners, Fair Winds helps bring tomorrow’s healthcare solutions to hospitals today. Visit fairwindsmedical.com to learn more.

  1. 14 Oct

    Work-Life Integration, Not Balance feat. Dr Ryan Halvorson

    The OR is where surgeons get trained. Everything else, they figure out on their own. Dr. Hunter Greene sits down again with Dr. Ryan Halvorson, orthopaedic surgery resident at UCSF, to talk about the lessons that don’t show up in a residency curriculum: who you learn from, what you carry home, and why the pieces might never sit on a scale at all.

  2. 23 Sept

    When Patients Show Up Already Diagnosed

    Patients used to Google their symptoms. Now some feed their MRI report to a chatbot and walk in with a theory. In this episode, Dr. Hunter Greene sits down with Dr. Ryan Halvorson, an orthopaedic surgery resident at UCSF who also works with OpenEvidence, to talk about what happens when AI gets to the exam room before the surgeon does. They cover a UCSF study that used waiting room questionnaires to predict which patients would need surgery, where AI is already taking paperwork and referral triage off doctors' plates, and why the final call on a patient still belongs to the person in the room.

  3. 2 Sept

    Physician Autonomy Is a Team Sport | feat. Dr. Emeka Nwodim

    In this episode of Healthcare Inscripted, Hunter sits down with Dr. Emeka Nwodim, a spine surgeon with the Center for Advanced Orthopedics in Maryland. Dr. Nwodim trained at Temple University for medical school and residency, then completed his spine fellowship at the University of Maryland Shock Trauma. The two get into what it actually takes to build a career in independent and private practice. They talk about preserving physician autonomy, why physicians need to collaborate instead of going it alone, and what it's like moving from the "perfect world" of fellowship into the real business side of medicine. They also cover building a healthy office culture, earning trust with hospital systems as a young surgeon, and why the surgeons who treat their staff well are usually the ones whose reputations (and referrals) keep growing. A great listen for young surgeons and physicians who want to build a successful, sustainable practice without losing sight of why they got into medicine in the first place.

  4. 29 Jul

    What Young Surgeons Can Learn From a Veteran Physical Therapist

    A surgeon sees a patient a handful of times through recovery. The therapist sees them twenty times or more. The partnership between the two is where outcomes are really built. In this latest episode of Healthcare Unscripted is now live, featuring sports physical therapist Dr. Tony Mikla of KIME Human Performance Institute in conversation with Dr. Hunter Greene. Together they explore trust building, honest communication between clinicians, early therapy referrals, and what it takes to guide patients, including young athletes and their families, through recovery.

  5. 24 Jun

    The First 5 Years as an Orthopedic Surgeon (Nobody Prepares You for This)

    Choosing a specialty in orthopedics seems straightforward when you're in training. In reality, it's rarely that simple. In this episode of Healthcare Unscripted, Dr. Hunter Greene steps into his new role as host, sitting down with sports medicine surgeon Dr. Dustin Richter to talk about fellowship training, building a practice, and what life actually looks like once residency is over. The conversation explores how surgeons find their niche, whether subspecialization is always necessary, and why the first few years in practice often look very different from what new graduates expect. Dr. Richter shares how mentorship shaped his career, the realities of building referral networks, and why most young surgeons spend years developing the practice they ultimately want. They also discuss academic versus private practice careers, the growing trend toward fellowship training, and how advances in technology, robotics, and artificial intelligence may influence the future of orthopedic surgery. Perhaps most importantly, the episode focuses on the lessons that aren't taught during training. From managing complications and leaning on mentors to understanding scheduling, referrals, patient selection, and long-term career growth, Dr. Richter offers practical advice for residents, fellows, and early-career surgeons navigating the transition into practice. Whether you're still deciding on a specialty or already building your career, this episode offers an honest look at what comes after training and how to create a practice that's both successful and sustainable.

    The First 5 Years as an Orthopedic Surgeon (Nobody Prepares You for This)

  6. 13 May

    Fixing the Broken Healthcare Implementation Gap: From Concept to Care

    In this episode of Healthcare Unscripted, Dr. Chris Leslie sits down with Dr. Brian Polsky for a candid conversation on the realities of building and operating within modern orthopedic systems. From launching programs in hospitals with little existing infrastructure to navigating the complexities of large, multi-site groups, the discussion highlights what it actually takes to deliver consistent care in environments that are often far from standardized. The conversation also explores the operational challenges that come with scale, including the regulatory friction and internal processes that can slow down the adoption of new technologies, even when there is strong clinical interest. Dr. Polsky shares his perspective on working within a large group setting, the role of physician assistants in improving workflow and patient experience, and why alignment across teams is critical to delivering better outcomes. This episode offers a grounded look at the gap between clinical potential and operational reality, and what it takes to move new ideas from concept to implementation in today’s healthcare environment.

    Fixing the Broken Healthcare Implementation Gap: From Concept to Care

  7. 15 Apr

    Lessons From the OR and Beyond: How Elite Surgeons Build Better Outcomes

    This conversation with Dr. Hunter Greene offers a practical look at how orthopedic care continues to evolve across technique, technology, and training. From being part of the early adoption of hip arthroscopy to refining modern approaches in ACL reconstruction and shoulder arthroplasty, he shares how experience and repetition shape better outcomes over time. The discussion goes beyond procedures and into the realities of clinical practice. Dr. Greene breaks down how he approaches patient selection, rehabilitation, and recovery, including the nuances of working with high-level athletes where timelines, expectations, and performance demands are very different. He also shares simple but effective ways to improve patient compliance, reinforcing that outcomes are just as dependent on what happens after surgery as they are on the procedure itself. A major theme throughout is mentorship and growth. From early career challenges to guiding younger surgeons, the conversation highlights how shared experience, collaboration, and continuous learning play a critical role in building stronger practices and better care environments. It also touches on where the field is heading next, including the growing role of AI and emerging technologies in shaping the future of orthopedics. This is a thoughtful, experience-driven conversation on what it takes to deliver high-quality care while continuously adapting in a rapidly evolving healthcare landscape.

    Lessons From the OR and Beyond: How Elite Surgeons Build Better Outcomes

  8. 26 Mar

    The Business of Surgery: How to Build a Thriving Private Practice

    Orthopedic surgeon Dr. Mark Schultzel joins Dr. Chris Leslie for a wide ranging conversation about modern surgical practice, training the next generation of physicians, and building a thriving private practice in today’s healthcare environment. Drawing from his experience leading orthopedic services within one of Southern California’s largest physician run groups, Dr. Schultzel shares insights on balancing high volume clinical work with teaching, innovation, and practice leadership. The discussion explores practical topics that many physicians face but rarely talk about openly. Topics include improving injection accuracy through better training methods, mentoring medical students and residents, the role of technology and robotics in orthopedic surgery, and the realities of building a culture driven private practice. The conversation also dives into physician entrepreneurship, navigating contracts and partnerships, and why strong teams and mentorship can shape both surgical outcomes and the future of medicine. This new episode offers an honest look at the intersection of clinical care, education, and business in medicine through the perspective of surgeons working on the front lines.

    The Business of Surgery: How to Build a Thriving Private Practice
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Welcome to Healthcare Unscripted, the podcast where real conversations meet real innovation. We dive into the ideas, people, and technologies shaping the future of healthcare. Each episode features candid discussions with physicians, founders, and industry leaders who are pushing the boundaries of medical technology, patient care, and healthcare strategy. Presented by Fair Winds Medical, we are bridging the gap between innovative medical device brands and healthcare providers, ensuring that groundbreaking technologies reach the hands of clinicians and patients who need them most. Healthcare Unscripted is proudly sponsored by Fair Winds Medical, the global partner turning breakthrough medical technologies into real patient care. From helping innovative devices navigate regulation to building distribution networks across 74+ global partners, Fair Winds helps bring tomorrow’s healthcare solutions to hospitals today. Visit fairwindsmedical.com to learn more.

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  • Creator
    Healthcare Unscripted
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    13
  • Rating
    Clean
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    © 2026 Healthcare Unscripted
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