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HIMSSCast

HIMSS Media
Artificial Intelligence
Healthcare
AI In Healthcare
Cybersecurity
Healthcare Technology
Patient Care
Telehealth
Revenue Cycle Management
Data Governance
Digital Health
Prior Authorization
Patient Safety
Clinician Burnout
Interoperability
Patient Engagement
Ransomware
Patient Outcomes
Patient Empowerment
Digital Transformation
Generative AI

HIMSSCast is a podcast produced by the HIMSS Media editorial team behind Healthcare IT News, MobiHealthNews, and Healthcare Finance News. In each episode, our editors are joined by special guests from around the health tech industry to discuss major news stories or trends in the space. The aim of the show is to add depth, analysis and color to our ongoing coverage of the digital health, health tec... more

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Recent Guests

Deepti Pandita
Chief AI Officer at UCI Health; Chief Medical Information Officer at the University of California Irvine
UCI Health / University of California Irvine
Episode: HIMSSCast: CIOs are increasingly becoming the decision-makers of AI investment
Monica Cepak
CEO of Wisp
Wisp
Episode: HIMSSCast: Scaling a profitable company with little venture funding
Robbie Hughes
Chief Product Officer for Health Catalyst
Health Catalyst
Episode: Health Catalyst Presents: Drive value with data integration, not new AI tools
Tim Lawless
Global Health Lead at Publicis Sapient
Publicis Sapient
Episode: HIMSSCast: Insights for addressing patient concerns about AI
Joe Accurso
Vice President of Revenue Cycle, Northwell Health Labs
Northwell Health Labs
Episode: HIMSSCast: How to choose the right AI fit for the revenue cycle (brought to you by SuperDial)
Petra Wilson
Public health lawyer with 25+ years in digital healthcare; former EU policy advisor; roles at European Commission and Cisco; runs Health Connect Partners
Health Connect Partners; EU policy advisor
Episode: HIMSSCast Presents: Healthcare Without Borders 1: Why Cross-Border Healthcare?
Jennifer Gieter
Partner at McDermott, Will & Emery
McDermott Will & Emery
Episode: HIMSSCast: With ambient AI scribes are on the rise, these legal and regulatory questions need answers
Dr. Steven J. Lester
Founder and Chief Medical Officer of the Mayo Clinic ASU Accelerator
Mayo Clinic; ASU
Episode: Intel presents: Closing healthcare’s innovation gap
Carrie Kozlowski
General Manager, Patient Engagement and Health Catalyst
Health Catalyst
Episode: Health Catalyst presents: How to turn industry headwinds into transformation in 2026

Host

Jessica Hagan
Executive Editor of MobiHealthNews; host of HIMSSCast

Reviews

4.2 out of 5 stars from 19 ratings
  • Poor sound quality discouraging listening

    I listen to a lot of health and technology podcasts. Lack of adequate microphone quality and sound engineering on the HIMSS podcast drives me away from becoming a regular listener. The host’s issues with with vocal fry and nasality (get some vocal coaching) can be mediated by better equipment. But when the guest is talking in an echo chamber, the sound issues are seriously distracting. In the case of May 9, 2025 episode they were unbearable; I stopped listening. a little sound engineering might ... more

    Apple Podcasts
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    RedGreen Health
    United Statesa year ago
  • Insightful & informative

    An ear to the ground for healthcare

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    El Don McGuap
    United States4 years ago
  • Timely, insightful and empowering! 👏👏👏

    Whether you’re well established as a healthcare innovator, or just getting started as a catalyst for change - this is a must-listen podcast for you! Jonah and the entire HIMSS Media team do an incredible job leading conversations that cover a huge breadth of topics related to the ins and outs of building a thriving healthcare ecosystem - with leaders who’ve actually experienced success themselves. Highly recommend listening and subscribing!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    JoshCrist
    United States6 years ago

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The show is regarded as insightful and informative by many listeners, with strong appreciation for practical healthcare tech discussions.
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HIMSSCast: Scaling a profitable company with little venture funding
Q: What role does innovation play in maintaining profitability in digital health according to Monica?
Innovation, such as expanding into partner therapies and integrating new products quickly, helps Wisp stay ahead in a competitive space while retaining profitability even with limited external funding.
HIMSSCast: Scaling a profitable company with little venture funding
Q: How has Wisp managed to scale profitably with limited VC funding?
By reinvesting profits, maintaining capital discipline, prioritizing product development and efficient marketing, and leveraging organic and viral content (especially on TikTok) to build a strong brand without heavy upfront investment.
HIMSSCast: Scaling a profitable company with little venture funding
Q: What does Wisp offer that is specifically for women's health?
Wisp provides same-day treatments for common vaginal infections, a one-stop online platform for women's health with cash-pay options, and a line of OTC products with delivery services, enabling accessible and cheaper care without always relying on traditional payer models.
HIMSSCast: Insights for addressing patient concerns about AI
Q: Last question. What are some ways organizations can address patient and public concerns about their use of AI?
Be very clear about the why behind AI initiatives, communicate transparently about data use, involve trusted influencers, establish clear accountability, and stay disciplined in following these practices to maintain trust.
Health Catalyst Presents: Drive value with data integration, not new AI tools
Q: Why is there a gap between AI hype and actual ROI in health systems?
Hughes argues the gap stems from focusing on volume of data and tools rather than the quality of decisions, supported by an evidence base and strong change management to implement insights.

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What is HIMSSCast about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A healthcare technology focused show that brings editors together with leading practitioners, policymakers, and industry voices to dissect major health tech trends, from AI governance and data interoperability to regulatory frameworks and value realization. Episodes frequently cover how AI is deployed in care delivery, the role of clinicians in governance, cross-border data approaches, and practical pathways for health systems to operationalize technology without compromising patient trust or workflow. Notably, the program tends to feature guests from health systems, pharma, policy, and technology vendors, offering both strategic perspectives and hands-on lessons about implementing digital health innovations at scale.

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Recent guests on HIMSSCast include:

1. Deepti Pandita
2. Monica Cepak
3. Robbie Hughes
4. Tim Lawless
5. Joe Accurso
6. Petra Wilson
7. Jennifer Gieter
8. Dr. Steven J. Lester

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