

Outcomes Rocket Podcast
In 2016, Saul started the Outcomes Rocket Podcast as a way to achieve his goal of becoming a healthcare expert. Today, Outcomes Rocket is not only a podcast but a full service healthcare marketing agency helping leaders maximize their impact and accelerate growth. Our award winning podcast features close to 2,000 interviews with experts from across the healthcare provider, payer, industry and government segments. If you're looking to power up your healthcare knowledge or find the next best idea for your organization's growth, Outcomes Rocket can help!



Latest Episodes
A New Healthcare Economy Is Emerging Outside Carrier Networks with Dave Chase, board president of Nautilus Health Institute and founder of Health Rosetta
This podcast is brought to you by Outcomes Rocket, your exclusive healthcare marketing agency. Learn how to accelerate your growth by going to outcomesrocket.com Open-sourcing healthcare contracting and data infrastructure can unlock massive cost savings while improving outcomes. In this episode, D...
The Role of Human-Centered Design in Expanding Care with Wes Williams, VP and Chief Information Officer at WellPower
This podcast is brought to you by Outcomes Rocket, your exclusive healthcare marketing agency. Learn how to accelerate your growth by going to outcomesrocket.com Leveraging technology and AI in behavioral healthcare can bridge access gaps, enhance person-centered care, and promote health equity thro...
Transforming Opioid Management and Depression Care: HCSC’s RIO Program with Ben Lawrence and Dr. Ben Kurian
This podcast is brought to you by Outcomes Rocket, your exclusive healthcare marketing agency. Learn how to accelerate your growth by going to outcomesrocket.com Innovative technology solutions designed for behavioral health providers are transforming the way care is delivered, making it more effici...
Women First: What Healthcare Gets Wrong—and How to Fix It with Kristine Cecchetti, Senior Product Manager for Women’s Health Strategy at Evernorth Health Services
This podcast is brought to you by Outcomes Rocket, your exclusive healthcare marketing agency. Learn how to accelerate your growth by going to outcomesrocket.com Women's health, long under-researched and underfunded, urgently needs a comprehensive overhaul and recognition beyond reproductive care. I...
Revolutionize Your Aesthetic Practice With Smart Patient Management with Dr. Shitel Patel, Founder and CEO of AD Vital
This podcast is brought to you by Outcomes Rocket, your exclusive healthcare marketing agency. Learn how to accelerate your growth by going to outcomesrocket.com The most critical factor for converting leads in aesthetic practices is the speed of response, a challenge increasingly met by AI-powered ...
AI, AFib, and the Future of Heart Monitoring with Mark Goddard, VP of Clinical Services for InfoBionic.ai
Atrial fibrillation remains elusive and deadly. In this episode, Mark Goddard shares his journey from cardiac device management to clinical innovation, highlighting how AI-powered tools are closing diagnostic gaps and enabling predictive care for conditions like atrial fibrillation (AFib). He explai...
AI Risk Management: Navigating the Complex Landscape with Michael Crowthers, Managing Director of Life Sciences Digital Quality & Compliance, and Chris Knackstedt, Managing Director of Cyber and Strategic Risk Practice at Deloitte & Touche
This podcast is brought to you by Outcomes Rocket, your exclusive healthcare marketing agency. Learn how to accelerate your growth by going to outcomesrocket.com Organizations must recognize that AI risk management is a shared responsibility across the entire organization, not solely confined to cyb...
Scaling Behavioral Health with Trust and Technology with Chris Powell, CEO of Prosperity Behavioral Health
This podcast is brought to you by Outcomes Rocket, your exclusive healthcare marketing agency. Learn how to accelerate your growth by going to outcomesrocket.com Efficient, tech-driven revenue cycle management is key to scaling behavioral health services and sustaining financial stability amid risin...
Reimagining Healthcare: Blending Technology with Compassion with Dr. Jessica Son, Chief Medical Officer of Clover Care Services at Clover Health
This podcast is brought to you by Outcomes Rocket, your exclusive healthcare marketing agency. Learn how to accelerate your growth by going to outcomesrocket.com What if the key to transforming healthcare isn’t just technology, but bringing compassionate, personalized care back into the home? In thi...
Tackling Workplace Stigma Around Neurodiversity with Melissa Danielsen, CEO at Joshin
This podcast is brought to you by Outcomes Rocket, your exclusive healthcare marketing agency. Learn how to accelerate your growth by going to outcomesrocket.com Creating inclusive environments for neurodivergent individuals requires addressing stigma, fostering disclosure, and providing tailored so...
The Dual Solution For Patient Access And Capacity Optimization with Jamie Gier, Chief Marketing Officer at DexCare
This podcast is brought to you by Outcomes Rocket, your exclusive healthcare marketing agency. Learn how to accelerate your growth by going to outcomesrocket.com Reducing patient wait times requires optimizing both patient navigation and health system resource utilization, a dual challenge tackled b...
Secrets for Strategic Supply Chain Leadership with Steve Downey, Chief Supply Chain and Support Services Officer at Cleveland Clinic
This podcast is brought to you by Outcomes Rocket, your exclusive healthcare marketing agency. Learn how to accelerate your growth by going to outcomesrocket.com A proactive approach to innovation, cross-industry learning, and open knowledge sharing is fundamental to achieving supply chain excellenc...
How A Multi-Tiered Governance Drives Healthcare Supply Chain Success with Conrad Emmerich, Advocate Health's Chief Procurement Officer and SVP of Supply Chain Management
This podcast is brought to you by Outcomes Rocket, your exclusive healthcare marketing agency. Learn how to accelerate your growth by going to outcomesrocket.com A robust governance structure, strong clinical relationships, and a focus on people are crucial for achieving supply chain excellence in h...
Coaching Doctors: A New Prescription for Fulfillment with Dr. Ben Reinking, Pediatric cardiologist at the University of Iowa and owner of The Developing Doctor
After nearly two decades in medicine, Dr. Ben Reinking transformed his career to help other physicians navigate burnout and rediscover balance. In this episode, Dr. Ben Reinking shares his journey from facing burnout to reshaping his role to help fellow physicians navigate career transformations. He...
The Foundations of a High-Performing Supply Chain with Marisa Farabaugh, SVP and Chief Supply Chain Officer at AdventHealth
This podcast is brought to you by Outcomes Rocket, your exclusive healthcare marketing agency. Learn how to accelerate your growth by going to outcomesrocket.com Building strong relationships is essential for achieving excellence in healthcare supply chain management. In this episode, Marisa Farabau...
Building Bridges Between Startups and Employers in Healthcare with Ryan Koo, Employee Benefits Consultant at Marsh McLennan Agency
This podcast is brought to you by Outcomes Rocket, your exclusive healthcare marketing agency. Learn how to accelerate your growth by going to outcomesrocket.com Mental health startups targeting employers need to understand employer challenges, build relationships, and innovate to make care accessib...
Can AI Help Physicians Reclaim The Joy Of Practicing Medicine? with Pat Williams, CEO of iScribe, and Chad Dodd, Vice President of athenahealth
This podcast is brought to you by Outcomes Rocket, your exclusive healthcare marketing agency. Learn how to accelerate your growth by going to outcomesrocket.com AI partnerships are revolutionizing healthcare by alleviating physician burnout and improving patient care. In this episode, Pat Williams,...
How Next-Generation Technologies Are Reshaping Senior Care Delivery with Dr. Ali Khan, Dr. Marc Watkins, and Brian Urban
The future of senior care is here—and it’s powered by technology, personalized support, and the strength of strategic partnerships. In this special episode, we’re joined by three visionary leaders transforming the way seniors receive care: Dr. Ali Khan, Chief Medical Officer for Medicare at Aetna; D...
Courageous Leadership: Purpose, Authenticity, And Growth with Tina Vatanka Murphy, President and CEO of GHX
This podcast is brought to you by Outcomes Rocket, your exclusive healthcare marketing agency. Learn how to accelerate your growth by going to outcomesrocket.com A resilient and efficient healthcare supply chain is critical for ensuring patients receive timely and appropriate care. In this episode, ...
From ICU to ASC: The Evolution of Acute Care Monitoring with Blake Tatum, VP US Commercial for Medtronic Acute Care and Monitoring
This podcast is brought to you by Outcomes Rocket, your exclusive healthcare marketing agency. Learn how to accelerate your growth by going to outcomesrocket.com As care delivery rapidly shifts beyond hospital walls, Medtronic is redefining patient monitoring and safety. In this episode, Blake Tatum...
Driving Health Equity Through Data and Digital Transformation: Adam Mariano (LexisNexis Risk Solutions) & Sushma Akunuru (Independence Blue Cross)
Focusing on whole-person health and addressing social determinants is critical for achieving equitable and accessible healthcare for all. In this episode, Adam Mariano, President and GM of Healthcare at LexisNexis Risk Solutions, and Sushma Akunuru, Senior Vice President and CIO at Independence Blue...
Revolutionizing Rural Healthcare: Terri Couts of The Guthrie Clinic on Digital Transformation and Virtual Care
The Guthrie Clinic advances rural healthcare with digital transformation and patient-centered innovation. In this episode, Terri Couts, Executive Vice President and Chief Digital Officer at The Guthrie Clinic, discusses how her organization is helping to drive change in healthcare delivery. She shar...
Rahul Lakhanpal, Chief of Staff, & Sean Kelly, SVP at SpectraMedix, on Modernizing Value-Based Contract Managemen
SpectraMedix helps health plans and systems navigate value-based contracts with technology that enhances administration, provider support, and data-driven decisions. In this episode, Rahul Lakhanpal, Chief of Staff, and Sean Kelly, Senior Vice President of Growth and Business Development at SpectraM...
Chris Caramanico, CEO of Elligint Health, on Driving Proactive Value-Based Care Through Technology
Elligint Health provides a toolset outside of the electronic medical record to help organizations perform value-based care arrangements. In this episode, Chris Caramanico, CEO of Elligint Health, discusses how his organization is helping drive change in healthcare delivery. He shares insights into h...
Dr. Stanley Crittenden, Chief Medical Officer at Quantum Health, on Human-Centered Navigation and GLP-1 Cost Management
Employers should treat obesity as a chronic condition and support holistic programs that manage costs and provide ongoing GLP-1 support. In this episode, Dr. Stanley Crittenden, Chief Medical Officer at Quantum Health, discusses how his organization is driving change in healthcare delivery through n...
From Crisis to Stability: Ashish Pamula of Samaritan on Addressing Homelessness Through Healthcare
Samaritan helps individuals navigate the complex process of finding housing by providing financial assistance for basic needs like groceries, transportation, and access to housing navigators. In this episode, Ashish Pamula, Growth Lead at Samaritan, shares how his organization is tackling homelessne...
Transforming Healthcare: Dr. Shafiq Rab of Tufts Medicine & Suman Mishra of GS Lab GAVS on AI, Data, and Partnerships
AI, data, interoperability, communication, and transparency are key technologies and trends that will impact healthcare over the next five years. In this episode, Dr. Shafiq Rab, Executive Vice President and Chief Digital Information Officer for Tufts Medicine, and Suman Mishra, Chief Technology Off...
Bridging the Primary Care Gap: Dr. David Carmouche on Lumeris’s AI-Powered Future
Lumeris introduces Tom, an agentic AI solution designed to support primary care teams and bridge the 2 billion-hour primary care gap in the US. In this episode, Dr. David Carmouche, Chief Clinical Transformation Officer at Lumeris, shares insights into the company's new agentic AI solution, Tom, and...
Hybrid Care Teams & the Future of Telehealth with Tammy Cress, SVP of Clinical Innovation, Teladoc Health
Hybrid care teams, blending in-person and virtual care, are improving efficiency, patient satisfaction, and return on investment. In this episode, Tammy Cress, Senior Vice President of Clinical Innovation and Solutions at Teladoc Health, discusses how Teladoc is addressing workforce challenges in he...
Driving Transparency & Affordability in Healthcare with Travis Dalton, President & CEO, Clerativ
A company rebrand represents growth and a renewed commitment to solving key issues in the healthcare space with a focus on affordability, transparency, and quality. In this episode, Travis Dalton, President and CEO of Clerativ, discusses the company’s rebrand from Multiplan, highlighting its evoluti...
ŌURA: Improving Patient Outcomes Through Wearable Technology with Jason Oberfest, Vice President of Health Partnerships at ŌURA
Wearable health trackers are revolutionizing healthcare by providing continuous biometric data, improving patient care, and driving more informed health decisions. In this episode, Jason Oberfest, Vice President of Health Partnerships at ŌURA, discusses how the ŌURA Ring is transforming healthcare t...
Innovations in Culturally Competent Mental Health Care with Luis Suarez, CEO of Sanarai, and Stella Tran, Senior Program Investment Officer of the California Health Care Foundation
Innovative partnerships and culturally tailored approaches are essential to expanding access to behavioral health services and addressing critical gaps in care. In this episode, Luis Suarez, CEO of Sanarai, and Stella Tran, Senior Program Investment Officer of the California Health Care Foundation, ...
Virtual Neurology: Bridging the Gap in Care - Branden Robinson, Chief Growth Officer, Sevaro Health
Addressing the critical shortage of neurologists and the rising prevalence of neurological disorders requires innovative solutions. In this episode, Branden Robinson, Chief Growth Officer at Sevaro Health, discusses how virtual neurology is revolutionizing healthcare delivery. He highlights the use ...
Chronic Care Management & RPM for Better Health Outcomes - Mark Whittington, Managing Director, HealthXL
Chronic care management and remote patient monitoring are essential tools for addressing physician shortages, improving patient access, and enabling value-based care. In this episode, Mark Whittington, Managing Director at HealthXL, discusses how his organization is driving change in healthcare by f...
Agentic AI: Revolutionizing Healthcare Workflows - Harpaul Sambhi, CEO & Founder, Magical
Agentic AI has the potential to revolutionize healthcare operations by automating tasks, predicting challenges, and optimizing workflows. In this episode, Harpaul Sambhi, founder and CEO of Magical, explores how AI employees are transforming the workplace and addressing inefficiencies in healthcare....
Revolutionizing Patient Engagement with RCS - Myron Wallace, Fractional Chief Product Officer, White Label Communications
The key to improving patient engagement lies in reducing friction and delivering rich communication experiences directly to the consumer. In this episode, Myron Wallace, Fractional Chief Product Officer at White Label Communications, discusses how his organization is simplifying healthcare communica...
Transforming Physician Recruitment with AI and Data - Dr. Jason Reminick, CEO & Founder, Thalamus
Connecting the dots between medical training and physician recruitment can significantly improve healthcare outcomes. In this episode, Dr. Jason Reminick, CEO and Founder of Thalamus, shares how his company is transforming graduate medical education and physician recruitment with its innovative soft...
Bridging Finance and Healthcare for a Better Patient Experience: Misty Grambow & Tom Priedeman, U.S. Bank
Bridging financial services and healthcare can lead to powerful advancements, streamlining processes, and improving patient experiences. In this episode, Misty Grambow, Healthcare Business Development Consulting at U.S. Bank, and Tom Priedeman, Head of US Bank's Middle Market Healthcare Team, discus...
Transforming Healthcare with a Digital-First, Data-First Approach: Pranam Ben, Founder & CEO of The Garage
The key to scaling value-based care lies in a digital-first, data-first approach that prioritizes human-centricity. In this episode, Pranam Ben, Founder and CEO of The Garage, explores how his organization is transforming healthcare through value-based care and a digital-first, data-first approach. ...
Revolutionizing Patient Communication with AI: Vijay Verma, VP of Product Management at TeleVox
Good clinical outcomes are built on strong communication platforms and experiences. In this episode, Vijay Verma, Vice President of Product Management at TeleVox, discusses how the organization helps bridge the communication gap between healthcare providers and patients. He highlights the emerging i...
Optimizing Healthcare Through Cloud Solutions: PV SubbaRao, SVP of Global Healthcare at Rackspace Technology
Rackspace Technology leverages decades of experience and a cloud-first approach to help healthcare organizations optimize costs, drive transformation, and enhance security. In this episode, PV SubbaRao, Senior Vice President of Global Healthcare and Life Sciences at Rackspace Technology, shares how ...
AI as a Clinical Co-Pilot: Shay Perera, Co-Founder & CTO of Navina
AI is set to revolutionize healthcare by streamlining workflows and improving patient care. In this episode, Shay Perera, Co-Founder and CTO of Navina, shares how his company uses AI to create a clinical co-pilot that enhances efficiency for healthcare providers. He explains how Navina helps make se...
Scaling AI Innovation in Healthcare: Kali Arduini Ihde, Director of Innovation at Northwestern Medicine
Prioritizing real-world solutions and fostering a culture of innovation is key to successfully implementing new technologies in healthcare. In this episode, Karli Arduini Ihde, Director of Innovation at Northwestern Medicine, discusses the organization's approach to evaluating and implementing innov...
How AMGEN is Transforming Patient Engagement and Trial Diversity with Dr. Marisa Cruz, Vice President of Global Digital Medicine at AMGEN
Technology can be used to address critical healthcare gaps and improve clinical trial diversity. In this episode, Dr. Marisa Cruz, Vice President of Global Digital Medicine at AMGEN, shares her insights into AMGEN’s forward-thinking digital health initiatives. From the company’s ambitious goal to re...
Kevin Mahoney on Tackling Workforce Challenges & Tech-Driven Solutions at Penn Medicine
Tackling the labor shortage in science and medicine requires valuing healthcare as a noble profession and using technology to streamline training. In this episode, Kevin Mahoney, CEO of the University of Pennsylvania Health System, discusses the challenges of talent shortages amid a retiring baby bo...
Redefining Clinical Trials: Sasha Tyndale on Inclusive Research at AbbVie
Diseases don't discriminate, so it is crucial that medicines are accessible to and effective for as many people as possible. In this episode, Sasha Tyndale, Director of Diversity and Patient Inclusion at AbbVie, discusses the company’s commitment to inclusive clinical research, highlighting the impo...
Addressing the Alarming Rise of Early-Onset Cancers with Dr. Karin Tollefson of Pfizer
The alarming rise of early-onset cancers, particularly in individuals under 50, demands a critical shift in our understanding and approach to cancer care. In this episode, Dr. Karin Tollefson, Chief Oncology Medical Officer at Pfizer, discusses the concerning 79% increase in cancer diagnoses among y...
How AI Is Revolutionizing Healthcare with Kimberly Powell of NVIDIA
Artificial intelligence is poised to revolutionize healthcare, becoming one of its most crucial applications. In this episode, Kimberly Powell, the vice president of NVIDIA’s healthcare department, discusses how AI is transforming healthcare from drug discovery to surgical procedures. She highlights...
Ensuring Safe and Effective AI in Healthcare with Dr. Brian Anderson of CHAI
Independent quality assurance labs are critical for evaluating health AI models, just like in other sectors. In this episode, Dr. Brian Anderson, president and CEO of the Coalition for Health AI (CHAI), discusses the organization's initiatives to create a national network of certified labs and a mod...
Global Oral Health Crisis with Dr. Maria Ryan, Colgate-Palmolive
Oral health is essential for overall well-being, as problems like cavities and gum disease can lead to serious issues, including heart disease and complications during pregnancy. In this episode, Dr. Maria Ryan, Executive Vice President and Chief Clinical Officer at Colgate-Palmolive, discusses the ...