Radio Advisory

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A top podcast for healthcare leaders, with over two million downloads, Radio Advisory is your weekly download on how to untangle the industry's most pressing challenges to help leaders like you make the best business decisions for your organization. From unpacking major trends in care delivery—like site-of-care shifts and the rise of high-cost drugs—to demystifying stakeholder dynamics, to shining a spotlight on priorities that may get overlooked, we're here to help. Our hosts and seasoned researchers talk with industry experts to equip you with knowledge to confront today's unanswered questions in healthcare. New episodes drop every Tuesday. | www.advisory.com

  1. 3d ago

    [Encore] How Rush University Medical Center is closing the 'death gap'

    (This episode originally aired on February 10, 2026. Dr. Omar Lateef has since announced his intention to retire from Rush Health in June 2027.) As financial pressure mounts and the healthcare safety net continues to strain, academic medical centers are drawing on their culture of innovation to pursue better outcomes — and narrow life expectancy gaps in the communities they serve. In this episode of Radio Advisory, host Rae Woods sits down with leaders from Rush University Medical Center to explore how health systems can stay focused on results amid tightening margins, political scrutiny, and ongoing uncertainty in grant funding. Dr. Omar Lateef, President and CEO of Rush, and Dr. David Ansell, Senior Vice President for Community Health Equity, describe how Rush treats gap-reduction as a long-term operating strategy rather than a moral or messaging exercise. They share practical examples of how local partnerships, targeted investments, and day-to-day operational choices can improve outcomes while still making financial sense — and why avoiding battles over language helps keep the focus squarely on results. We’re here to help: How Rush University Medical Center is addressing the root causes of social determinants of health 264: Research funding is being slashed. What’s the real industry impact? How research funding cuts are impacting healthcare (and how to respond) 12 things CEOs need to know in 2026 Tool: How policy changes will impact your bottom line Who gets the chance to be healthy? | Rush The Rush Center for Community Well-Being at Sankofa Wellness Village | Rush Health disparities in Chicago and the work to solve them with Rush University Medical Center (AMA) The Anchor Strategy — A Place-Based Business Approach for Health Equity | New England Journal of Medicine Rush Signs on as First Partner for Local Laundry Service | Rush David Ansell Books – New: The Death Gap Sponsor link: Preserving iodine, protecting imaging

    [Encore] How Rush University Medical Center is closing the 'death gap'

  2. Aug 18

    [Encore] Why all providers should be watching what’s happening in pediatrics

    (This episode originally aired on February 3, 2026. Stay tuned towards the end of the conversation for an update on the state of pediatric hospitals midway through 2026.) Pediatric hospitals are one of the most important segments in the industry to watch right now. Although children’s hospitals make up only 5% of total hospital market share, more than 40% of U.S. children rely on Medicaid, leaving pediatric organizations disproportionately exposed as the Medicaid-related provisions of the One Big Beautiful Bill Act take effect. The pressures inside pediatric care were mounting even before this moment. After years of outperforming adult hospitals, children’s hospitals have seen margins fall from double digits to just 1% last year. Rising bad debt, higher supply and labor costs, a rapid shift toward lower margin outpatient care, and emerging challenges like declining birth rates and vaccine policy upheaval have created a perfect financial storm. While some of these dynamics are unique to pediatrics, the sector also offers an early warning signal for the rest of healthcare — and an opportunity to translate lessons across both worlds. In this episode, host Abby Burns and Advisory Board expert Vidal Seegobin break down why pediatric leaders must simultaneously manage immediate-term margin pressure, prepare for a more ambulatory-dominant model, and futureproof their organizations amid shifting demographics. Vidal also shares actionable steps leaders can take now, along with the critical lessons pediatric hospitals offer the wider healthcare ecosystem. We’re here to help: 5 insights on the state of pediatric hospitals today 12 things CEOs need to know in 2026 The State of the Healthcare Industry in 2026 Read Advisory Board's 2026 research agenda 3 trends shaping healthcare in 2026 (and how to respond) 278: Dr. Emily Oster on fighting misinformation and rebuilding trust in healthcare 277: Patient distrust is costing you. Here’s how to rebuild it. Learn how outpatient shifts can impact your organization by using Advisory Board’s Market Scenario Planner tool. Sponsor link: Q&A: How e-prescribing for vaccines may help close patient care gaps

    [Encore] Why all providers should be watching what’s happening in pediatrics

  3. Aug 11

    [Encore] How data‑savvy strategic planners will define the next era of health system growth

    (This episode originally aired on March 17, 2026.) As health systems pursue growth beyond traditional avenues, the role of the strategic planner is becoming increasingly complex. High level directional data is no longer enough — achieving meaningful, differentiated growth now requires leveraging granular, sophisticated data to inform investment decisions. In this episode, host Rachel Woods sits down with Advisory Board experts Sebastian Beckman and Ellie Wiles to explore how health systems can rethink strategic planning for 2026 and beyond. Together, they unpack what it should actually look like to democratize data, why data governance matters just as much as data access, and how service line leaders can partner with planners to make faster, more precise, margin savvy decisions. We’re here to help: Tools | Get in touch with a representative to learn more about Advisory Board's Market Intelligence tool Podcast | 289: What are health systems doing in 2026? Results from our survey are in. Playlist | Radio Advisory Provider Strategy and Financial Outlook Playlist Case Study | How UT Southwestern closed genomic testing gaps in prostate cancer care Sponsor link: How UCHealth lowered population-level obesity rates in their region

    [Encore] How data‑savvy strategic planners will define the next era of health system growth

  4. Aug 4

    309: Regional health plans attempt a financial turnaround

    For years, regional health plans benefited from powerful tailwinds: Medicare Advantage growth, Medicaid expansion, and a prospering ACA marketplace. But many of those growth engines have stalled, just as new pressures emerged: rising utilization, runaway spend, pricing uncertainty and more scrutiny from patients and policy makers. The result is a dramatically different financial reality for health plans. In 2024, only eight of 33 Blues plans reported positive operating margins. In this episode, host Rae Woods sits down with Jared Landis, Vice President of Advisory Board's Health Plan Research practice, to unpack how regional plans got here and the three-year turnaround strategy regional and Blues plans are now pursuing. Together, they explore the market forces that upended the payer playbook, the operational and pricing changes plans are making to stabilize performance, and how AI-enabled transformation could reshape the future of the insurance business. Stay tuned to the end of the episode for an update on the Rural Health Transformation Program, including a key deadline this fall. We’re here to help: Episode | Ep. 257: Paul Markovich on new builds, breakups, and bold healthcare bets Episode | 305: “The work isn’t easy, but it’s clear”: How healthcare leaders are responding to the market Episode | 302: CMS announced the 2027 MA final rate. What do payers and providers need to know? Playlist | Radio Advisory Provider Strategy and Financial Outlook playlist Expert Insight | Can health plans turn their MA business around this year? Research | Health plan strategy Report | Rural health transformation funds: Where they're really going Ready-to-Use Slides | Health Plan Market Explorer Webinar | Understanding health plan decision-makers Sponsor link: Precision in motion: How digital tools support diabetes care providers A transcript of this episode as well as more information and resources can be found on RadioAdvisory.advisory.com.

    309: Regional health plans attempt a financial turnaround

  5. Jul 28

    308: How digital health innovation is centering the patient, with Rock Health

    In this episode, Abby Burns welcomes back Megan Zweig, CEO of Rock Health Advisory, to answer audience questions submitted during Advisory Board's Research Summit in Carlsbad, California. Together, they explore how health systems are engaging with the explosion in consumer-generated data, the role of medtech and pharma in AI-enabled innovation, and why AI enablement may be able to unlock personalized care for a wider range of patients. We’re here to help: Episode | 304: Boom, bust, or bubble? Rock Health weighs in on digital health funding in 2026 Playlist | Radio Advisory Tech and AI playlist Playlist | Radio Advisory Provider Strategy and Financial Outlook playlist Research | AI in healthcare: Evaluating promising use cases Research | Truly personalized care is possible. Here's how to make it a reality. Rock Health H1 2026 funding and market overview: Durable roots, shifting routes | Rock Health Want to see a live recording of Radio Advisory? Register for an Advisory Board summit and get the insights your organization needs to navigate uncertainty and build lasting resilience. Advisory Board members: Action requested! Help shape Advisory Board’s next research agenda by taking our quick survey — share your priorities and challenges to ensure our research reflects what matters most to healthcare leaders like you. Nearly 70% of adults ages 65 and over skipped the latest COVID vaccine. Learn how health systems can treat vaccine uncertainty as a routine care gap — not patient resistance — by reading Advisory Board’s expert insight. A transcript of this episode as well as more information and resources can be found on RadioAdvisory.advisory.com.

    308: How digital health innovation is centering the patient, with Rock Health

  6. Jul 21

    307: The oncology trends every healthcare leader should watch

    Oncology is simultaneously one of healthcare's greatest success stories and one of its biggest financial challenges. Cancer care continues to benefit from breakthroughs in precision medicine and early detection, even as oncology spending is projected to approach $200 billion by 2029. At the same time, cancer programs are facing rising patient volumes, growing demand for advanced therapies, and mounting pressure to improve access and affordability. In this episode, hosts Abby Burns and Chloe Bakst welcome oncology expert Gaby Marmolejos to break down the trends shaping cancer care in 2026 and beyond. Together, they explore improvements in community-based access to advanced therapies, the promise of multi-cancer early detection testing, and the reimbursement challenges threatening program sustainability. We’re here to help: Playbook | Cell and gene therapy programs: How to launch, optimize, and deliver CGTs sustainably Roundtable referenced | Advisory Board Oncology Roundtable: Trends and tech you can’t ignore Webinar | The top 4 trends in oncology today Report | Prioritizing equity in cancer treatment: Emerging ideas Episode | 270: Service line snapshot: What every health leader needs to know Episode | Ep. 209: Predicting what oncology will look like in 2030 Help shape Advisory Board’s next research agenda by taking our quick survey — share your priorities and challenges to ensure our research reflects what matters most to healthcare leaders like you. A transcript of this episode as well as more information and resources can be found on RadioAdvisory.advisory.com.

    307: The oncology trends every healthcare leader should watch

  7. Jul 14

    306: VBC in 2026: What’s now and what’s next?

    Value-based care is entering its accountability era. Participation in value-based arrangements continues to grow, even as financial pressures weigh down on both providers and payers. But CMMI is setting a clear tone about what it expects from stakeholders moving forward: results. Host Abby Burns sits down with Advisory Board experts Clare Wirth, Payton Grimes, and Rhea Jain to explore what’s changed — and what hasn’t — in value-based care. From Medicare Advantage turbulence to the push for specialist engagement and greater downside risk, the group breaks down what leaders need to know about how the value-based care landscape is evolving. We’re here to help: Expert Insight | VBC in 2026: What was, what’s now, and what’s next Ready-to-Use Resource | Your guide to CMMI’s 25+ innovation models Case Study | Astera and Vantris are disrupting oncology with condition-based bundles Case Study | HOPCo’s total cost of care approach to VBC in MSK care Case Study referenced | How Optum Health defines and upholds value in specialty care Episode | Ep. 243: What’s now and what’s next in value-based care Playlist | Value-Based Care Roundtable | HOME - Advisory Board VBC Roundtable: How to deliver the next era of VBC Help shape Advisory Board’s next research agenda by taking our quick survey — share your priorities and challenges to ensure our research reflects what matters most to healthcare leaders like you. A transcript of this episode as well as more information and resources can be found on RadioAdvisory.advisory.com.

    306: VBC in 2026: What’s now and what’s next?

  8. Jun 30

    305: “The work isn’t easy, but it’s clear”: How healthcare leaders are responding to the market

    After years of uncertainty, many healthcare executives say they’ve experienced more change in the past five years than in their entire careers. Policy shifts, evolving patient expectations, and rapid advances in AI are all colliding at once — forcing leaders to rethink how they operate and where they invest. But here’s the surprising part: the overwhelming sentiment isn’t panic. It’s clarity. In this episode, host Rachel (Rae) Woods sits down with Advisory Board researchers Morghen Philippi and Marisa Nives to share what they’re hearing from months of research conversations with leaders across the ecosystem. Together, they offer a grounded look at how peers, partners, and competitors are thinking right now — where leaders are aligned, where they’re making different bets, and what they’re prioritizing next. We’re here to help: Episode | Ep. 303: The hard truths behind the fight for commercial volumes Episode | Ep. 232: The rise of ICHRAs: Why some employers are turning to the individual market Playlist | Strategy and Financial Outlook playlist Report | 12 things CEOs need to know in 2026 Report | Survey insights: The 5 trends redefining health system strategy in 2026 Tool | Check out Advisory Board’s Market Scenario Planner and other Advisory Board analytics and data tools to inform your strategy for growth, cost control and more. Ready-to-Use Slides | Market outlook for individual and small group health insurance Webinar | How to embrace a proactive (not reactive) approach to change Q&A with a clinical pharmacist: Reimagining diabetes care A transcript of this episode as well as more information and resources can be found on RadioAdvisory.advisory.com.

    305: “The work isn’t easy, but it’s clear”: How healthcare leaders are responding to the market
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A top podcast for healthcare leaders, with over two million downloads, Radio Advisory is your weekly download on how to untangle the industry's most pressing challenges to help leaders like you make the best business decisions for your organization. From unpacking major trends in care delivery—like site-of-care shifts and the rise of high-cost drugs—to demystifying stakeholder dynamics, to shining a spotlight on priorities that may get overlooked, we're here to help. Our hosts and seasoned researchers talk with industry experts to equip you with knowledge to confront today's unanswered questions in healthcare. New episodes drop every Tuesday. | www.advisory.com

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  • Creator
    Advisory Board
  • Years Active
    2020 - 2026
  • Episodes
    334
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