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Durango Local NewsFLC unveils $6 Million CommonSpirit Sports Performance CenterStudent athletes at Fort Lewis College can now level-up their game with the debut of a new 12,000 square-foot Sports Performance Center. The project took two years and cost $6 million, with CommonSpirit Health as the major donor. By Ryan Simonovich.Watch this story at www.durangolocal.news/newsstories/flc-unveils-6-million-commonspirit-sports-performance-center This story is sponsored by Tafoya Barrett & Associates and Crystal Mart.Support the show2025-05-0702 min
Local News Network Supercast!FLC unveils $6 Million CommonSpirit Sports Performance CenterStudent athletes at Fort Lewis College can now level-up their game with the debut of a new 12,000 square-foot Sports Performance Center. The project took two years and cost $6 million, with CommonSpirit Health as the major donor. By Ryan Simonovich.Watch this story at www.durangolocal.news/newsstories/flc-unveils-6-million-commonspirit-sports-performance-center This story is sponsored by Tafoya Barrett & Associates and Crystal Mart.2025-05-0702 min
5-Minute Clinical Update and Grand Rounds with Dr. Thomas McGinnVirtual Grand Rounds/Clinical Update: Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus ManagementPhysician Enterprise Grand Rounds session discussing best practices for Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus Management.Our speakers for the session are Mandeep Bajaj, MBBS, Vice Chair for Clinical Affairs and a Professor in the Department of Medicine at Baylor College of Medicine, and Avin P. Pothuloori, MD, Assistant Professor of Medicine at Creighton University School of Medicine.PanelistDebra Rockman, RN, MBA, System Vice President of Ambulatory Quality, CommonSpirit Health2025-03-2456 min
Becker’s Healthcare Digital Health + Health ITKathy Sanford, DBA, RN, FAAN, Senior Executive Vice President and Chief Nursing Officer at CommonSpirit HealthIn this episode, Kathy Sanford, DBA, RN, FAAN, Senior Executive Vice President and Chief Nursing Officer at CommonSpirit Health, discusses the health system’s innovative approach to nursing, including virtual care models, workforce development, and the next five-year strategic plan. Tune in to hear how CommonSpirit is tackling staffing challenges, enhancing patient care, and preparing for the future of healthcare.2025-03-1217 min
Becker’s Healthcare PodcastKathy Sanford, DBA, RN, FAAN, Senior Executive Vice President and Chief Nursing Officer at CommonSpirit HealthIn this episode, Kathy Sanford, DBA, RN, FAAN, Senior Executive Vice President and Chief Nursing Officer at CommonSpirit Health, discusses the health system’s innovative approach to nursing, including virtual care models, workforce development, and the next five-year strategic plan. Tune in to hear how CommonSpirit is tackling staffing challenges, enhancing patient care, and preparing for the future of healthcare.2025-03-1217 min
5-Minute Clinical Update and Grand Rounds with Dr. Thomas McGinnVirtual Grand Rounds/Clinical Update: Best Practices on Utilization of Naloxone in Ambulatory Health Care SettingsOur speaker for the session is Summer Peregrin, PharmD, Ambulatory Clinical Pharmacist at Dignity Health Medical Group — Arizona, and one of the authors of the Opioid Toolkit for CommonSpirit Health.Learning ObjectivesReview the current state of the opioid epidemicRecognize signs and symptoms of a potential opioid overdoseBuild greater understanding of naloxone and its use to treat an opioid overdoseSummarize best practices in emergency response to an opioid overdosePanelistsShawna Sharp, RN, System Director Clinical Transformation, Physician EnterpriseMarijka Grey, MD, MBA, FACP, Sy...2025-03-1141 min
Salt Lake ChamberSpeaking on Business: CommonSpirit HealthThis is Derek Miller, Speaking on Business. CommonSpirit Health has been a cornerstone of compassionate health care in Utah, providing exceptional care across the Wasatch Front. With a focus on innovation and collaboration, they are committed to improving community health for the future. Utah Market President, Jeremy Bradshaw, joins us with more.
Jeremy Bradshaw:
At CommonSpirit Health we make the healing presence of God known in our world by improving the health of the people we serve.
This year, we proudly celebrate the 150th anniversary of the Sisters of the Holy Cross arriving in Utah, where they established Holy Cross...2025-02-2501 minBecker’s Healthcare Digital Health + Health ITKathy Sanford, DBA, RN, FAAN, Senior Executive Vice President and Chief Nursing Officer at CommonSpirit HealthIn this episode, Kathy Sanford, DBA, RN, FAAN, Senior Executive Vice President and Chief Nursing Officer at CommonSpirit Health, discusses the health system’s innovative approach to nursing, including virtual care models, workforce development, and the next five-year strategic plan. Tune in to hear how CommonSpirit is tackling staffing challenges, enhancing patient care, and preparing for the future of healthcare.2025-02-1917 minBecker’s Healthcare Digital Health + Health ITKathy Sanford, DBA, RN, FAAN, Senior Executive Vice President and Chief Nursing Officer at CommonSpirit HealtIn this episode, Kathy Sanford, DBA, RN, FAAN, Senior Executive Vice President and Chief Nursing Officer at CommonSpirit Health, discusses the health system’s innovative approach to nursing, including virtual care models, workforce development, and the next five-year strategic plan. Tune in to hear how CommonSpirit is tackling staffing challenges, enhancing patient care, and preparing for the future of healthcare.2025-02-0417 min
5-Minute Clinical Update and Grand Rounds with Dr. Thomas McGinnCommonSpirit Physician Enterprise Academic Excellence Award Winners PresentationsHear from three of our Physician Enterprise Academic Excellence Award Winners as they share their award winning papers for 10 minutes, before breaking into a panel discussion/Q&A.Una Lee, MDUrology Physician LeadVirginia Mason Franciscan HealthCategory: Practice Innovation Paper Title: Creating an Extraordinary Experience for Women Undergoing Cystoscopy: A Patient-Centered Approach to Process ImprovementRachel Bond, MD, FACCSystem Director, Women's Heart Health Dignity Health in ArizonaCreighton University School of MedicineCategory: Health Equity Research Paper Title: Cardiovascular Disease Risk Factors in Women...2025-01-2253 min
Durango Local NewsCommonSpirit Mercy Hospital Leading Tech-Based CareTechnological advances in health care allow for better outcomes. That is one reason CommonSpirit Mercy Hospital is embracing robotic technology in orthopedic surgery. The hospital is proud to provide the region’s largest array of robotics-assisted surgical technology. The advancements allow for less invasive surgeries, quicker recovery, and longer-term improvements. By Connor Shreve. Watch this story at www.durangolocal.news/newsstories/commonspirit-mercy-hospital-leading-tech-based-care This story is sponsored by CommonSpirit Health.Support the show2024-12-0903 min
Advancing HealthTo Mitigate and Prevent: CommonSpirit Health's Transparent Culture and Error Reporting ToolkitThe health care industry does everything possible to mitigate errors, yet mistakes can happen. That's why CommonSpirit Health has worked to adopt an organizational culture of transparency that allows its employees to feel comfortable reporting errors when they occur. In this “Safety Speaks” conversation, CommonSpirit Health's Beth Miller, system director, patient safety-performance improvement, and Austin Peterson, system director, patient harm prevention, discuss how safety transparency benefits both patients and providers, and how a CommonSpirit Health toolkit can help organizations lead the way in error reporting and patient safety. 2024-12-0416 minAdvancing HealthTo Mitigate and Prevent: CommonSpirit Health's Transparent Culture and Error Reporting ToolkitThe health care industry does everything possible to mitigate errors, yet mistakes can happen. That's why CommonSpirit Health has worked to adopt an organizational culture of transparency that allows its employees to feel comfortable reporting errors when they occur. In this “Safety Speaks” conversation, CommonSpirit Health's Beth Miller, system director, patient safety-performance improvement, and Austin Peterson, system director, patient harm prevention, discuss how safety transparency benefits both patients and providers, and how a CommonSpirit Health toolkit can help organizations lead the way in error reporting and patient safety. 2024-12-0416 min
5-Minute Clinical Update and Grand Rounds with Dr. Thomas McGinnMyth Busting: Comparing Clinical Beliefs to the EvidenceIn this episode our myth-busting team discusses the use of PRN antihypertensive medication in hospitalized patients without hypertensive emergencies.Watch as we compare popular beliefs to the latest evidence:Studies referenced: https://doi.org/10.1161%2FHYPERTENSIONAHA.121.17279https://doi.org/10.1001/jamainternmed.2019.3007Guests: Dr. Ankita Sagar and Dr. Thomas Frederickson, System VP Hospital Medicine, CommonSpirit Health and Assistant Clinical Professor of Medicine, Creighton University School of Medicine. 2024-12-0306 min
5-Minute Clinical Update and Grand Rounds with Dr. Thomas McGinnVirtual Grand Rounds/Clinical Update: Osteoporosis: Screening and Mgmt in Primary CareOsteoporosis significantly impacts morbidity and mortality in the U.S., with approximately 12.3 million adults (USPSTF) in the United States aged 50 and over expected to be living with the disease. Osteoporotic fractures result in severe consequences such as functional impairment, chronic pain, reduced quality of life, and loss of independence. Furthermore, the clinical and economic burden of osteoporosis is substantial, with annual costs projected to be $25.3 billion by 2025 (AJMC).The U.S. Preventative Task Force (USPSTF) recommends screening and treatment of osteoporosis in adults. Accordingly, CommonSpirit Health, Physician Enterprise has adopted the evidence based guidelines of professional societies...2024-11-0755 min
5-Minute Clinical Update and Grand Rounds with Dr. Thomas McGinn5-Minute Check In: Antimicrobial StewardshipTopics covered: - Defining antimicrobial stewardship- New randomized clinical trial looking at how stewardship prompts improve antibiotic selection for pneumonia- Resources and how CommonSpirit Health is taking action and addressing this important topicGuest expert: Dr. Renuga Vivekanandan, Infectious Disease Expert, Division VP and CMO Physician Enterprise - Midwest, Professor, Associate Dean for Clinical Affairs, Creighton University School of Medicine2024-10-2304 min
5-Minute Clinical Update and Grand Rounds with Dr. Thomas McGinnVirtual Grand Rounds: Implementation of Race-Neutral GLI Equation for Pulmonary Function TestsLearning Objectives:-Review the history and flawed assumptions in the use of race and how race-specific PFT reference equations might lead to health disparities.-Understand the evidence behind the recommendation to use race-neutral reference equations.-Review the quantitative impact of switching from race-specific to race-neutral reference equations.-Assess the many remaining gaps in our understanding of how to use pulmonary function tests to improve health.Speakers:Nirav Bhakta, MD, Associate Professor of Medicine, Pulmonary and Critical Care at the University of California, San FranciscoDr. Bhakta is a national thought leader...2024-06-2750 min5-Minute Clinical Update and Grand Rounds with Dr. Thomas McGinn5-Minute Check In: The Impact of Race and Ethnicity in Pulmonary Function TestingAs part of our ongoing commitment to advancing health equity and evidence-based medicine, CommonSpirit Health has been leading the way in adjusting the use of race and ethnicity in various clinical calculators, first with eGFR and now with pulmonary function tests. In this 5-minute check in, we take a look at:The history and flawed assumptions in the use of race and how race-specific PFT reference equations lead to health disparity including misdiagnosis and inappropriate treatment.Updated recommendations from the American Thoracic Society (ATS) to remove the use of race in the evaluation and interpretation...2024-04-1806 min5-Minute Clinical Update and Grand Rounds with Dr. Thomas McGinn5-Minute Check In: Updated Breast Cancer Screening GuidelinesThis is our 50th episode! Thanks to everyone that has participated as a guest or has watched our videos.In this episode of the 5-Minute Check In with Dr. McGinn, we take a closer look at CommonSpirit Health's updated breast cancer screening guidelines.Topics discussed in this episode include:- Reviewing screening best practices on risk stratification for breast cancer into average, intermediate, and high risk- Screening recommendations - Integrating the criteria into the process of care- Screening approach for patients with high density breast tissueThe...2024-04-0406 minBecker’s Healthcare Digital Health + Health ITSanjeev Sah, System Vice President of IT Strategy & Cyber Fusion Information Technology at CommonSpirit HealthJoin us for an insightful conversation with Sanjeev Sah, System Vice President of IT Strategy & Cyber Fusion Information Technology at CommonSpirit Health. Sanjeev provides a clear understanding of his role within CommonSpirit Health and shares insights into the cybersecurity landscape within healthcare, along with what excites him most about his work. Gain valuable perspectives on cybersecurity considerations and closing thoughts for listeners in this engaging episode.2024-03-1916 min
5-Minute Clinical Update and Grand Rounds with Dr. Thomas McGinnVirtual Grand Rounds: Advancements in Understanding the Pathophysiology of Heart FailureLearning Objectives:- Define the clinical definition of HFrEF, HFmidREF, and HFpEF- Describe the current epidemiology, economic burden, and quality standards- Explain the underlying pathophysiology of HFrEF and HFpEF with associated signs and symptomsSpeakers:Ajith P. Nair, MD, FACC, FAHA, Assistant Professor, Cardiology, Baylor College of MedicineNikolaos A. Diakos, MD, PhD, Interventional Cardiologist and Heart Failure Specialist, Texas Heart InstitutePanelists:Jessica Brown, MD, Cardiology and Heart Failure Specialist, Baylor St. Luke's Medical Group Woodlands North Houston Heart CenterModerator:John A...2024-02-1247 min5-Minute Clinical Update and Grand Rounds with Dr. Thomas McGinn5-Minute Check In: Cancer Screening OverviewIn this 5-minute check in we're reviewing how CommonSpirit has created streamlined preventative screening algorithms for lung, breast, and colon cancer.Issues addressed include: - Updated and simplified guidelines: changes we've made using best available evidence - Combining USPSTF and NCCN - Why we're shifting from age- to risk-based screening- Future state: clinical decision support and embedding into the EMR- Automation: Our focus on making screening more efficient, providing the support to help ensure providers are spending their valuable time in the right placesIn the coming weeks, we will do...2024-01-3006 min
5-Minute Clinical Update and Grand Rounds with Dr. Thomas McGinnGrand Rounds: Medical Management of ObesityLearning Objectives:Discuss updates in medical weight lossIdentify ongoing barriers to weight loss managementSpeakers:Layla A. Abushamat, MD, MPH, Assistant Professor, Baylor College of MedicineMahmuda Tasneem, MD, Internal Medicine and Obesity Medicine, Virginia Mason Franciscan HealthPanelists:Anila Chadha, MD, Obesity Medicine Specialist, Dignity Health Medical Group — BakersfieldThu Le, PharmD, Clinical Pharmacist, Dignity HealthErin Sharp, PharmD, System Director Retail Pharmacy Services, CommonSpirit Health.2024-01-2455 min
Marketing Today with Alan Hart402: How CommonSpirit Health delivers on an emotional brand promise with Mark Viden, SVP of BrandMark Viden is a wine lover with an English degree who never expected to end up in healthcare but always had an interest in marketing and advertising. After graduating from college, working client-side, managing a small marketing team, and moving to San Francisco, Mark had the opportunity to join Dignity Health, part of CommonSpirit Health, where he stayed for 18 years. In 2019, he was hired as Senior Vice President of Brand for CommonSpirit Health, where he now drives brand development, advertising, and digital strategies that promote growth, awareness, and consumer preference across the organization. CommonSpirit Health i...2024-01-1728 min
5-Minute Clinical Update and Grand Rounds with Dr. Thomas McGinnCommonSpirit Health Grand Rounds: Lung Cancer Screening Based on Risk StratificationLearning Objectives:Promoting evidence-based cancer screening and prevention strategiesUnderstanding risk factors related to eligibility for lung cancer screeningIdentifying the key aspects of a successful lung cancer screening programRecognizing the ways in which technology can be leveraged for identifying patients eligible for lung cancer screeningSpeakers:Suchitra Pilli, MD, Pulmonary Medicine, Interventional Pulmonology, CHI Health Omaha NebraskaPanelists:Misho Hubka, MD, Thoracic Surgeon, Medical Director, Virginia Mason Cancer Center and head of Thoracic surgery programPeter Emanuel, MD, Vice President of Oncology, CommonSpirit Health Oncology Clinical InstituteJohn D...2023-12-1452 min
5-Minute Clinical Update and Grand Rounds with Dr. Thomas McGinnVirtual Grand Rounds/Clinical Update: Colorectal Cancer Screening Based on Risk StratificationLearning Objectives:-Promoting evidence-based cancer screening and prevention strategies-Discerning between patients with average, below average, and above average risk-Recognizing the differences between modalities available for colorectal cancer screeningSpeakers:-Devi Mukkai Krishnamurty, MBBS, Colorectal Surgery, General Surgery, CHI Health Omaha Nebraska-Ron Gagliano, MD, Colorectal Surgeon, Chair, Surgery DHMG, and Associate CMO for the Dignity Health Cancer Institute in PhoenixPanelist:Peter Emanuel, MD, Vice President of Oncology, CommonSpirit Health Oncology Clinical Institute2023-11-2951 min
5-Minute Clinical Update and Grand Rounds with Dr. Thomas McGinnCommonSpirit Grand Rounds/Clinical Update: Breast Cancer Screening Based on Risk StratificationLearning Objectives:Promoting evidence-based cancer screening and prevention strategiesDiscerning between patients with average, below average, and above average riskRecognizing the differences between imaging modalities available for breast cancer screeningSpeakers:Jessica Croley, MD, Breast Medical Oncologist, OCI Breast Clinical Council LeadPeter Eby, MD, FSBI, FACR, Section Head of Breast Imaging, Virginia Mason Medical CenterJamie Hui, MD, Radiologist in Breast Imaging, Virginia Mason Franciscan HealthPanelists:Peter Emanuel, MD, Vice President of Oncology, CommonSpirit Health Oncology Clinical Institute2023-11-0959 min
Healthcare is Hard: A Podcast for InsidersDeciphering the New Normal (Part 2): CommonSpirit’s Chief Strategy Officer, Sheri ShapiroCommonSpirit Health is one of the nation’s largest integrated health systems comprising 142 hospitals and 2,200 care sites across 24 states. Three years ago, at the height of the pandemic, CommonSpirit’s Chief Innovation Officer, Rich Roth, and now former CEO, Lloyd Dean, spoke with Keith Figlioli on the Healthcare is Hard podcast to discuss their approach to leading the organization through healthcare’s most challenging times. As the country emerges into a new normal, CommonSpirit’s Chief Strategy Officer, Sheri Shapiro, joins the podcast to discuss how she’s leading this large organization with diverse markets and service lines into the future...2023-10-2641 min5-Minute Clinical Update and Grand Rounds with Dr. Thomas McGinn5-Minute Check In: Hepatitis C: A Call to ActionGuests: Dr. Ankita Sagar, System VP for Clinical Standards and Variation Reduction, Physician Enterprise and Dr. Nick Stine, System SVP Population Health, Physician Enterprise.Overview: Screening and Treatment of Hepatitis C. CommonSpirit Health is pioneering clinical standards in the treatment of Hepatitis C to ensure our physicians and APPs are equipped with the necessary tools to identify and treat positive cases. During this 5-minute check in we discuss this important topic including:- Advancements and breakthroughs in treatment- Updated guidelines and resources available (including pharmacy and virtual screening tool)- The i...2023-09-1309 min
5-Minute Clinical Update and Grand Rounds with Dr. Thomas McGinnCommonSpirit Grand Rounds/Clinical Update: Management of Hepatitis C in Primary CareThis session will encompass an overview of the management of Hepatitis C in primary care and subspecialty medicine.Dr. Justin Reynolds will review the basic principles of managing Hepatitis C, screening methodologies for advanced fibrosis in Hepatitis C patients, and the framework for initiating treatment with direct-acting antiviral (DAA) regimens.Dr. Saira Khaderi will present insights into the Baylor St. Luke's Project ECHO program, which facilitates coaching for primary care physicians and APPs across Texas and CommonSpirit Health, focusing on effective Hepatitis C patient management through virtual case-based discussions.Dr. Erin Sharp and...2023-08-3054 min
5-Minute Clinical Update and Grand Rounds with Dr. Thomas McGinnCommonSpirit Health Grand Rounds/Clinical Update: Pre-Exposure Prophylaxis (PrEP) for HIV preventionThe objectives of the presentation include:By the end of the presentation, participants will be able to compare and contrast oral and injectable forms of pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP) for HIV prevention, identifying their respective safety profiles, efficacy, and potential advantages or limitations.Following the presentation, participants will be able to discuss the importance of medication adherence in PrEP effectiveness, and develop strategies to promote and support adherence among patients.At the conclusion of the presentation, participants will be able to describe the guidelines for prescribing PrEP, including assessing sexually active patients, conducting baseline laboratory...2023-08-2250 min
5-Minute Clinical Update and Grand Rounds with Dr. Thomas McGinnCommonSpirit Health Grand Rounds/Clinical Update: Physician & APP Wellbeing: Stressors and SolutionsGrand Rounds/Clinical Update to discuss physician and APP well-being with special guest Diane Thompson, MD, from Centura Health who will share her experiences with their well-being program, "Physician and APP Well-being: Stressors, Strengths and Solutions." Following the presentation, we will reflect on the well-being activities ongoing throughout the Physician Enterprise.Learning Objectives:Helping providers become familiar with symptoms of burnout using the Maslach Burnout ScaleUnderstanding how and why peer coaching worksDifferentiating between peer coaching and mentoringPanelists:Dr. Greg Anderson, Co-Chair of Physician Enterprise Physician/APP Engagement and Experience Council, Co-Chair of...2023-06-2356 min
5-Minute Clinical Update and Grand Rounds with Dr. Thomas McGinnCommonSpirit Grand Rounds/Clinical Update: Impact of Health Care Systems on Climate ChangeKey points to be covered:Health professionals are uniquely positioned to help bring members of our community into a greater state of readiness to participate in climate solutions.Of all global health care greenhouse gas emissions, the U.S. health care system contributes about 27%, which is more than the health care system of any other nation.Organizations like CommonSpirit Health have the potential for broad climate action influence across the health care industry, by leveraging partnerships with suppliers, our GPO and NGOs to enact change.Speakers:Sr. Mary Ellen Leciejewski...2023-06-1444 min
Becker’s Healthcare - Clinical Leadership PodcastDr. John Chelico, System VP & Chief Medical Information Officer/Physician Enterprise at CommonSpirit HealthThis episode features Dr. John Chelico, System VP & Chief Medical Information Officer/Physician Enterprise at CommonSpirit Health. Here, he discusses his background & current role, his focus on workforce shortages & decreasing patient volume, how he is leveraging technology today, different ways he is adding value to CommonSpirit, and more.Want to network with peers and hear more conversations like this? Apply to be one of our complimentary guest reviewers at our upcoming HIT + Digital Health + RCM Meeting Oct, 3-6 2023 here.2023-06-0816 min5-Minute Clinical Update and Grand Rounds with Dr. Thomas McGinn5-Minute Check In: Medicare Advantage 101, Trends & Recent HeadlinesTopic: Second episode focused on policy and impact on patient care. Today's focus is Medicare Advantage, including a primer on what it is, how it works, and CommonSpirit Health's approach including how we're growing in medicare advantage and value-based lives and how we're engaging in comprehensive, proactive care through initiatives like annual wellness visits. Also discussed Medicare and medicare advantage trends, recent news headlines and controversy, risk adjustment factor scoring (RAF). We also honor nurses as part of nursing week next week.Guest: Dr. Nick Stine, System SVP, Population Health, national expert Watch th...2023-05-0407 min
5-Minute Clinical Update and Grand Rounds with Dr. Thomas McGinnCommonSpirit Grand Rounds/Clinical Update: Improving CKD Diagnosis and ManagementTopics Covered:Review the story behind this improvement initiative, focused on identifying the latest guidelines on diagnosis of CKD, the roadmap of improvement, stakeholders involved, and the challenges overcome by teamwork and collaboration across various teams.Acknowledge the needs of the community and the inequity addressed by this initiative.Share the community outreach efforts to ensure populations at risk of CKD are aware of and engaged in improving the early diagnosis of CKD.Recognize the importance of curbing the progression of CKD through the medications such as SGLT2 inhibitors.Our...2023-05-0159 min
healthsystemCIO.comQ&A with CommonSpirit Health SVP/CISO Corey Elinburg: CISOs Must Relentlessly Pursue Cyber-Hygiene ExcellenceCorey Elinburg, SVP/CISO at CommonSpirit Health – one of the largest in the country, with 150 hospitals and 1,000 clinics – has a pretty strict outlook on cyber hygiene. He wants security controls operating 100% of the time, not 99%. In this interview with healthsystemCIO Founder and Editor-in-Chief Anthony Guerra, Elinburg says at CommonSpirit, the […]
Source: Q&A with CommonSpirit Health SVP/CISO Corey Elinburg: CISOs Must Relentlessly Pursue Cyber-Hygiene Excellence on healthsystemcio.com - healthsystemCIO.com is the sole online-only publication dedicated to exclusively and comprehensively serving the information needs of healthcare CIOs.2023-04-0334 minhealthsystemCIO.comQ&A with CommonSpirit Health SVP/CISO Corey Elinburg: CISOs Must Relentlessly Pursue Cyber-Hygiene ExcellenceCorey Elinburg, SVP/CISO at CommonSpirit Health – one of the largest in the country, with 150 hospitals and 1,000 clinics – has a pretty strict outlook on cyber hygiene. He wants security controls operating 100% of the time, not 99%. In this interview with healthsystemCIO Founder and Editor-in-Chief Anthony Guerra, Elinburg says at CommonSpirit, the […]
Source: Q&A with CommonSpirit Health SVP/CISO Corey Elinburg: CISOs Must Relentlessly Pursue Cyber-Hygiene Excellence on healthsystemcio.com - healthsystemCIO.com is the sole online-only publication dedicated to exclusively and comprehensively serving the information needs of healthcare CIOs.2023-04-0334 min
5-Minute Clinical Update and Grand Rounds with Dr. Thomas McGinnCommonSpirit Health Grand Rounds: Advances in the Diagnosis & Mgmt of EndometriosisAdvances in the Diagnosis & Mgmt of EndometriosisEndometriosis affects 176 million women worldwide — around 10% of the populationDiscussion includes diagnosis and management of endometriosis, with a focus on recent clinical updates.Special Guests:John Coté, MD, OB/GYN, Assistant Professor, Creighton University Medical SchoolKelly Fairfield, PT, Pelvic Health Navigator, CHI Health Rehabilitation Care2023-03-3043 min
5-Minute Clinical Update and Grand Rounds with Dr. Thomas McGinnCommonSpirit Health Grand Rounds: Mitigating Firearm Violence in Our CommunitiesMitigating Firearm Violence in Our CommunitiesA conversation around gun safety and gun violence prevention and removing barriers to potentially challenging conversations.Guest Speakers:Shelly Schlenker, EVP and Chief Advocacy OfficerLaura Krausa, System Director Advocacy ProgramsKatie Ryan, System Director, Grassroots Advocacy and NV Government Relations, CommonSpirit Health/Dignity Health St. Rose Dominican2023-03-3045 min
ConCensisOvercoming Challenges in Perioperative Services and SPD Management: Insights from Brian Dawson of CommonSpirit HealthThe healthcare sector suffered a major setback due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Providing high-quality services to patients is a priority. However, for healthcare facilities to run properly, managers or directors must make operational and strategic decisions, especially in the perioperative setting. Efficient operating room (OR) management involves maintaining equilibrium between optimal OR capacity, allocation of ORs to surgeons, assignment of staff, ordering of materials, and reliable scheduling while according the highest priority to patient safety.But, what are the challenges in SPD Management and ensuring high-quality perioperative services?On a recent episode of the Censis...2023-03-2133 min
5-Minute Clinical Update and Grand Rounds with Dr. Thomas McGinnCommonSpirit Grand Rounds: Paradigm Shift for Weight Management in Pediatrics and AdultsKey Insights/Content Covered:Initial approaches to management of obesityReview indications for weight loss surgeryReview the FDA-approved medications for obesityOutline strategies for treatment of weight recidivismSpecial Guests:Layla Abushamat, MD, Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism Specialist, Baylor St. Luke's Medical GroupYong Choi, MD, Weight Loss and Bariatric Surgeon, Baylor St. Luke's Medical GroupStephanie Sisley, MD, Pediatric Endocrinologist, Assistant Professor Baylor College of Medicine2023-02-2758 min5-Minute Clinical Update and Grand Rounds with Dr. Thomas McGinn5-Minute Check In: COVID-19 Treatments for Vaccinated Populations & End of Public Health EmergencyA new study looks at the benefit of using Paxlovid regardless of vaccination statusNirmatrelvir Plus Ritonavir for Early COVID-19 in a Large U.S. Health System https://www.acpjournals.org/doi/10.7326/M22-2141 The Federal Public Health Emergency ends on May 11. Here is a preview of what we need to know White House statement: https://www.whitehouse.gov/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/SAP-H.R.-382-H.J.-Res.-7.pdfMay 11 Roadmap: https://www.hhs.gov/about/news/2023/02/09/fact-sheet-covid-19-public-health-emergency-transition-roadmap.htmlReflection on the Lenten season from Thomas Kopfensteiner, STD, Chief Mission Of...2023-02-2707 min
5-Minute Clinical Update and Grand Rounds with Dr. Thomas McGinnCommonSpirit Grand Rounds: Intersection of Maternal Health and Cardiovascular Disease and the Continuum of CareFeaturing Rachel Bond, MD, FACC, Women's Heart Health System Director, Dignity Health, Arizona; Assistant Professor, Department of Internal Medicine, Creighton University School of Medicine and Laurence Shields, MD, System Physician Vice President, Women and Infant Clinical InstituteKey Insights/Content Covered:The intersection of maternal health and cardiovascular disease and how they impact social determinants of health across the maternal health continuum.Best practice strategies and solutions to improve maternal health morbidity and mortality, especially in the greatest risk populations.The role the cardio-obstetrics/maternal heart team plays in improving outcomes...2023-02-1356 min
5-Minute Clinical Update and Grand Rounds with Dr. Thomas McGinnCommonSpirit Grand Rounds: Management of Patients with Lobular Neoplasia of the BreastIn alignment with the American Society of Breast Surgeons (ASBS) and National Comprehensive Cancer Network, the CommonSpirit Health Physician Enterprise will adopt an evidence-based approach to the diagnosis and management of Atypical Lobular Hyperplasia (ALH) and classical-type LCIS (cLCIS).Guest speakers:Peter Eby, MD, Chief of Breast Imaging Virginia Mason Medical CenterColleen O'Kelly Priddy, MD, FACS, Breast Surgical Oncologist and Medical Director, Mission Hope Breast CenterQuynh Le, DO, Breast Surgical Oncologist, Virginia Mason Medical Center2023-01-2637 min
5-Minute Clinical Update and Grand Rounds with Dr. Thomas McGinnPractice Innovation/High Value Care Winner: Dr. Gopi Dandamudi and Team2022 CommonSpirit Health Physician Enterprise National Abstract Competition Winners Abstract Title: Dedicated Atrial Fibrillation (AF clinics) can significantly reduce hospital admissions while improving clinical diagnosis and long-term management Summary: Given the prevalence of Atrial Fibrillation, it remains an important factor in hospitalizations and readmissions. Studies have consistently shown the advantages of early interventions and ambulatory-based management of exacerbations. This initiative shows the promise that ambulatory teams dedicated to the management of atrial fibrillation are a viable option for providing high-quality care. Academic Affiliation: Virginia Mason Franciscan Health - University of Washington School of Medicine2023-01-1322 min
5-Minute Clinical Update and Grand Rounds with Dr. Thomas McGinnHealth Disparities Research or Health Equity Research Winners: Dr. Janki Patel & Dr. Sara Shank2022 CommonSpirit Health Physician Enterprise National Abstract Competition WinnersAbstract Title: Improving the Transition into Adulthood Process for Children with Neurodevelopmental DisabilitiesSummary: Children with neurodevelopmental disabilities and their caregivers face additional challenges as patients transition into adulthood. This study evaluated the preferences of topics that caregivers vs clinicians would like to address during "transition" visits. This highlights a growing acceptance that patient-centered care ensures there is dedicated time to discuss the needs, questions, and queries of patients/caregivers, especially for children with neurodevelopmental disabilities. Academic Affiliation: Baylor College of Medicine/ Texas Children's Hospital2023-01-1219 min
5-Minute Clinical Update and Grand Rounds with Dr. Thomas McGinnPractice Innovation/High Value Care Winner: Dr. Gopi Dandamundi and Team2022 CommonSpirit Health Physician Enterprise National Abstract Competition WinnersAbstract Title: Dedicated Atrial Fibrillation (AF clinics) can significantly reduce hospital admissions while improving clinical diagnosis and long-term managementSummary: Given the prevalence of Atrial Fibrillation, it remains an important factor in hospitalizations and readmissions. Studies have consistently shown the advantages of early interventions and ambulatory-based management of exacerbations. This initiative shows the promise that ambulatory teams dedicated to the management of atrial fibrillation are a viable option for providing high-quality care. Academic Affiliation: Virginia Mason Franciscan Health - University of Washington School of Medicine2023-01-1218 min
5-Minute Clinical Update and Grand Rounds with Dr. Thomas McGinnClinical Research Winner: Dr. Taha Qaraqe2022 CommonSpirit Health Physician Enterprise National Abstract Competition WinnersAbstract Title: Is Open Left Thoraco-Abdominal Esophagectomy A Viable Option In The Era Of Minimally Invasive Esophagectomy?Summary: Decisions about the best surgical approach and management of advanced cancer are complex for many reasons. Improving our understanding of the short-term outcomes and oncologic prognosis holds significant promise in helping aid decision-making in invasive cancers like esophageal cancer.Academic Affiliation: Virginia Mason Franciscan Health2023-01-1218 min
5-Minute Clinical Update and Grand Rounds with Dr. Thomas McGinnCommonSpirit Health Grand Rounds: Current and New Developments in RSV Affecting ChildrenA look at the current RSV (and related viral illnesses affecting children) epidemic, including current and new developments.Guest speaker: Flor Muñoz, MD, Associate Professor of Pediatrics and Infectious Diseases at Baylor College of Medicine, and Director of Transplant Infectious Diseases at Texas Children’s Hospital in Houston, TX.2023-01-0352 min
5-Minute Clinical Update and Grand Rounds with Dr. Thomas McGinnCommonSpirit Health Grand Rounds: Artificial Intelligence in the Field of Stroke ManagementThe session will focus on the comprehensive care workflow, including Artificial Intelligence workflow, software demonstration and how we interact as clinicians, as well as the patient flow/journey and how all aspects are synchronized.Our speaker will be Dr. Vishal B. Jani, System Stroke and Neuro-Intervention Medical Director, Associate Professor, Creighton University School of Medicine. Panelists will include Dr. Annaliese Bosco, Neurologist, Assistant Professor, Creighton University School of Medicine; Candy Garner, APRN, Neurology Nurse Practitioner; and Drew Wellenstein, PA-C, Neurology Physician Assistant.2022-12-0238 min
Outcomes RocketFOGI: Technology, Informatics, and Healthcare with John Chelico, Chief Medical Information Officer at CommonSpirit HealthTechnology plays a huge part in improving the healthcare that we deliver in the United States.In this Future of Global Informatics episode, TJ Southern interviews Dr. John Chelico, Chief Medical Information Officer at CommonSpirit Health, a nonprofit health system that wants to improve the care of communities with technology. Dr. Chelico discusses how CommonSpirit is building a platform to deliver care and use EHR data to ensure the right resources are dedicated to the right cause.Tune in to learn from Dr. John Chelico about the role technology and informatics play in the work...2022-11-3022 min
5-Minute Clinical Update and Grand Rounds with Dr. Thomas McGinnCommonSpirit Health Grand Rounds Groundbreaking Treatment News for Metastatic Breast CancerIn recognition of Breast Cancer Awareness Month, this week's Grand Rounds Clinical Update will discuss innovations in breast cancer treatment, including a new groundbreaking study on the treatment of metastatic breast cancer with guest expert Dr. Shahzad Siddique, medical oncologist, Chair of Medical Specialties, Mercy Medical Group. This treatment will provide a new option for a large population of HER2-negative patients.2022-10-1839 min
5-Minute Clinical Update and Grand Rounds with Dr. Thomas McGinnCommonSpirit Health Grand Rounds: Firearms Safety and Injury Prevention Part IPhysician Enterprise began a special series on best practices about gun safety, injury prevention, and evidence-based practice that can mitigate the toll of deaths related to firearm violence in our neighborhoods, communities, and workplaces. This first session focused on the research for gun injury mitigation as well as the approach to discussing gun safety with patients and families.2022-10-1350 min
Outcomes RocketCD: A Bridge Between Technology and Care, the role of a CMIO with John Chelico, National Chief Medical Information Officer for CommonSpiritWe need to create systems that can harness technology to improve care. In this episode, Dr. John Chelico, National Chief Medical Information Officer for CommonSpirit joins us.
As a software developer turned to medicine, Dr. Chelico's fascinating journey led him to become a CMIO in one of the country’s largest health systems. He talks about how CommonSpirit seeks to change the system with technology to bring care to patients without easy access. He explains how as a CMIO his role has transcended the implementation and optimization of the EHR to be a player delivering in both a...2022-10-1320 min5-Minute Clinical Update and Grand Rounds with Dr. Thomas McGinn5-Minute Check In: Omicron Updates, Bivalent Vaccine, Breast Cancer AwarenessDr. Thomas McGinn, CommonSpirit Health Physician Enterprise EVP discusses:- Omicron Numbers and the new Bivalent Vaccine- October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month and we have a guest expert Dr. Shahzad Siddique, medical oncologist, Chair of Medical Specialties, Mercy Medical Group, joining us to discuss a new groundbreaking study on the treatment of metastatic breast cancer that will provide a new option for a large population of patients with HER2 negative receptorsNEJM article: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1QhQq3Ka-u86r0IB9YqYNuNYZCx3081Um/view?usp=sharingWishing our A...2022-09-2906 min
Disruptive Innovators: Champions of Digital Business - CIO & IT Leader Interviews, Digital Transformation, Digital InnovationDividends in Diversity of Thought with John Chelico at CommonSpirit HealthStay humble and lean into groups to derive the best answers; no one has all of the answers so utilize the diversity of thought inherent in collaborative teams. This is the recommendation of John Chelico, National / System Chief Medical Information Officer at one of the nation's largest health care providers, CommonSpirit Health.John’s diverse background, which includes database engineering, internal medicine, and biomedical informatics, has been integral to his continued success.CommonSpirit Health boasts 146 hospitals in 22 states, approximately 25,000 providers, and 1,500 medical group pr...2022-09-2529 min
The Connected Care TeamCoordinating Clinical Workflows at CommonSpiritIn this episode of The Connected Care Team podcast, Denise Pimintel, Clinical Program Manager at CommonSpirit Telehealth Network System, discusses how the healthcare industry has changed over the years, the value of secure messaging, and how the ongoing pandemic has made virtual care even more vital.Augmenting care with technologyDenise Pimintel has always worked to bridge the gap between clinicians and technology. After serving as an army nurse and ICU nurse for a period of time, Denise went back to school to study health information technology in an effort to help clinicians...2022-09-2216 min
Disruptive Innovators: Champions of Digital Business - CIO & IT Leader Interviews, Digital Transformation, Digital InnovationDividends in Diversity of Thought with John Chelico at CommonSpirit HealthStay humble and lean into groups to derive the best answers; no one has all of the answers so utilize the diversity of thought inherent in collaborative teams. This is the recommendation of John Chelico, National / System Chief Medical Information Officer at one of the nation's largest health care providers, CommonSpirit Health. John’s diverse background, which includes database engineering, internal medicine, and biomedical informatics, has been integral to his continued success. CommonSpirit Health boasts 146 hospitals in 22 states, approximately 25,000 providers, and 1,500 medical group practices. John delves into the economies of scale, the benefit of...2022-09-1929 min5-Minute Clinical Update and Grand Rounds with Dr. Thomas McGinnCommonSpirit Health Grand Rounds: Long COVIDPhysician Enterprise hosted a Grand Rounds Clinical update focused on the latest information and data on Long COVID. Guest Experts:Dr. Fidaa Shaib, Chief Medical Officer, Baylor College of Medicine, and Associate Professor, Pulmonary and Critical Care Medicine, Baylor College of MedicineDr. Maureen Tierney, Chair, Department of Clinical Research and Public Health, and Professor at Creighton University School of MedicineDr. Rob Quinn, Chief Executive Officer, Dignity Health Medical FoundationElissa Love, MS, PA-C, Assistant Professor, Physician Assistant Program, Baylor College of MedicineDr. Ankita Sagar, System Vice President for Clinical...2022-09-1354 min5-Minute Clinical Update and Grand Rounds with Dr. Thomas McGinn5-Minute Check In: Omicron Updates, Labor Day, Alzheimer's Controversy, Podcast RecommendationDr. Thomas McGinn, EVP CommonSpirit Health Physician Enterprise covered: - Latest Omicron Numbers plus Omicron Booster News- Labor Day- Alzheimer's Controversy and Implications for Patient Care with special guest Dr. Sanjay Singh- Podcast RecommendationSupporting materials:FDA Authorizes Moderna, Pfizer-BioNTech Bivalent COVID-19 Vaccines for Use as a Booster Dose https://www.fda.gov/news-events/press-announcements/coronavirus-covid-19-update-fda-authorizes-moderna-pfizer-biontech-bivalent-covid-19-vaccines-use On a lighter note podcast recommendation: CDC Director Rochelle Walensky discusses how she's planning to restructure the agency and how she aims to improve COVID-19 messaging and data collection: htt...2022-09-0107 min5-Minute Clinical Update and Grand Rounds with Dr. Thomas McGinn5-Minute Check In: Polio, Influenza/COVID Twindemic Updates, and Vaccine Rate DeclinesCommonSpirit Health Physician Enterprise EVP, Dr. Thomas McGinn discusses Polio, Influenza/COVID Twindemic (Fall Predictions, Omicron Booster, 2022 Testing Algorithm), and Vaccine Rate DeclinesGuests: Dr. Renuga Vivekanandan, Division Chief of Infectious Disease and Associate Professor at Creighton University and Dr. Ankita Sagar, System VP for Clinical Standards and Variation Reduction.Links: Omicron Booster:Moderna: https://investors.modernatx.com/news/news-details/2022/Moderna-Announces-Omicron-Containing-Bivalent-Booster-Candidate-mRNA-1273.214-Demonstrates-Superior-Antibody-Response-Against-Omicron/default.aspxPfizer: https://www.pfizer.com/news/press-release/press-release-detail/pfizer-and-biontech-announce-omicron-adapted-covid-19 2022 COVID/Influenza Testing for SYMPTOMATIC Ambulatory Patients (note - let's just use this internally): https://docs.google.com/d...2022-08-1906 min5-Minute Clinical Update and Grand Rounds with Dr. Thomas McGinnCommonSpirit Health Grand Rounds: Hepatitis C Screening and ManagementClinical Update: Hepatitis C Screening and ManagementDr. Cezarina Mindru, Assistant Professor of Medicine, Baylor College of MedicineDr. Nicholas Stine, SVP for Population Health at CommonSpirit HealthDr. Manasa Velagapudi, CHI Health Clinic Infectious Disease (CUMC - Bergan Mercy)Dr. Thomas McGinn, EVP, CommonSpirit Health Physician EnterpriseDr. Ankita Sagar, System Vice President for Clinical Standards and Variation Reduction, CommonSpirit HealthDr. Gary Greensweig, System Senior Vice President / Chief Physician Executive, CommonSpirit Health Physician Enterprise2022-08-0443 min5-Minute Clinical Update and Grand Rounds with Dr. Thomas McGinn5-Minute Check-in: Omicron and Fall Boosters, Alzheimer's Research Controversy, Latest on Aortic Valve Surgery (TAVI vs. Surgery)On this week's CommonSpirit Health Physician Enterprise 5-Minute Check-In, Dr. Thomas McGinn discusses:Omicron and Fall Boosters, Alzheimer's Research Controversy, Latest on Aortic Valve Surgery (TAVI vs. Surgery)Guest expert: Dr. Waleed Kayani, Interventional Cardiologist and Assistant Professor at the Baylor College of MedicineLinks:Alzheimer’s studyhttps://www.science.org/content/article/potential-fabrication-research-images-threatens-key-theory-alzheimers-disease TAVI vs. Open Surgery in JAMA: https://jamanetwork.com/journals/jama/article-abstract/2792251?guestAccessKey=fd139882-beae-4ba1-9dcd-a4b6c7fc0e31&utm_source=silverchair&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=article_alert-jama&utm_content=eto...2022-08-0307 min5-Minute Clinical Update and Grand Rounds with Dr. Thomas McGinn5-min Check In: Meta-Analysis: At-Home COVID Testing Sensitivity and SpecificityOn this week's CommonSpirit Health Physician Enterprise 5-Minute Check-In, Dr. Thomas McGinn discusses:- Omicron- Meta-Analysis: At-Home COVID Testing Sensitivity and Specificity Article: https://journals.plos.org/plosmedicine/article?id=10.1371/journal.pmed.1004011 Guests to discuss the meta-analysis: Dr. Renuga Vivekanandan, Division Chief of Infectious Disease and Associate Professor at Creighton University, and Dr. Ankita Sagar, System VP for Clinical Standards and Variation Reduction.- Kudos to our colleagues in Phoenix, Chattanooga, and Little Rock2022-07-2107 min5-Minute Clinical Update and Grand Rounds with Dr. Thomas McGinnGrand Rounds: Treating Mild Hypertension in Pregnancy Results in Improved Material and Neonatal OutcomesNew Research: Treating Mild Hypertension in Pregnancy Results in Improved Material and Neonatal OutcomesThe following NEJM articles were referenced in the session: Treatment for Mild Chronic Hypertension during Pregnancy (2022) and Less-Tight versus Tight Control of Hypertension in Pregnancy (2015).Speakers:Laurence Shields, MD, Maternal-Fetal Medicine Specialist, System Physician Vice President, Women and Infant Clinical InstituteAndrew Rubenstein, MD, Academic Chair of Women’s Health, Obstetrics and Gynecology, Dignity Health Medical Group at St Joseph's Hospital and Medical Center, Associate Professor and Vice-Chair at the Creighton University School of Medicine-Phoenix CampusCu...2022-07-1339 min5-Minute Clinical Update and Grand Rounds with Dr. Thomas McGinn5-min Check In: What Clinicians Need to Know about MonkeypoxOn this week's CommonSpirit Health Physician Enterprise 5-Minute Check-In, Dr. Thomas McGinn discusses what Clinicians need to know about Monkeypox. He features guest expert Dr. David Quimby, Assistant Professor Infectious Disease, Creighton School of Medicine.2022-07-0705 min