Episodes
Friday Mar 29, 2024
Friday Mar 29, 2024
In this episode, we talk with Luba Sobolevsky PharmD, Founder, President and CEO of Immunoglobulin National Society. Luba shares how and why IgNS was created, the amazing accomplishments they’ve made in only 12 years, and exciting news about the creation of a Center of Excellence designation. You'll hear a common theme through this episode. When there was a need in the industry, IgNS sought to fill it – with standards, with education, with scholarships, with whatever patients and caregivers needed.
Monday Mar 04, 2024
Episode 65: How We are Better When We Work Together with David Evans, MBA
Monday Mar 04, 2024
Monday Mar 04, 2024
In this episode, we talk with David Evans. David is the CEO of Texas Neurology, a premier neurological services practice, and the Founder & CEO of NeuroNet, a group purchasing organization (GPO) committed to supporting independent neurology practices.
David shares a wealth of information regarding both the neurology and infusion space with an overarching theme of us all doing better when we work together. He covers topics including networking and collaborating across the industry; inventory management best practices; staying focused on patients; having rigorous processes; cross-training and contingencies for staffing; adapting as treatments evolve; and understanding the economics of infusion therapy.
Thursday Dec 07, 2023
Episode 64: How to Use Technology to Expand Patient Access with Joe Baffone
Thursday Dec 07, 2023
Thursday Dec 07, 2023
In this episode, we talk with Joe Baffone, Co-Founder and CEO of Annexus Health. Joe talks about the strategic partnership between Annexus Health and WeInfuse where they’ve integrated technology to streamline the patient financial assistance enrollment process. With the integration, patients can start their intended therapy without delay and stay on it for as long as clinically appropriate. In addition to the clear benefit for patients, the integration reduces the financial and administrative burden on the infusion provider team, so they can focus on what they love - delivering quality care to patients.
Tuesday Nov 28, 2023
Tuesday Nov 28, 2023
In this episode, we talk with Dr. Julie Cothren, Sr. Director, Clinical Services of McKesson. Julie discusses McKesson and WeInfuse’s new integration which streamlines medication ordering for their mutual clients. And, Julie shares incredible pearls of wisdom around small improvements having large impacts and avoiding burnout. Her passion for patients and providers is inspiring. And the use of technology to ultimately improve healthcare for both is exciting!
Wednesday Sep 20, 2023
Wednesday Sep 20, 2023
In this episode, we talk with Jennifer and Richard Hunt, Founders of InfuseCare in Amarillo, Texas. Jennifer serves as the Office Manager and Richard as the CEO. In this episode, Jennifer and Richard will walk you through how they’ve created a center where they literally infuse care at every touchpoint.
Tuesday Jun 20, 2023
Tuesday Jun 20, 2023
In this episode, we talk with Cannon Loughry, Chief Operating Officer of TwelveStone Health Partners. Cannon shares how a culture of constant learning and adapting creates a sustainable business that will be around for many years to care for patients.
Thursday Jun 08, 2023
Thursday Jun 08, 2023
In this episode, we talk with Senior Vice President of Talis Healthcare Andrew Volk, PharmD, MBA, FACHE, about maintaining a local-feel while growing an infusion business. Andrew shares operational strategies to help infusion centers never lose focus of patients and to support the teams delivering care.
Tuesday Jun 06, 2023
Tuesday Jun 06, 2023
In this episode, we talk with Edie Gigot, RN, MSN, MBA, Accreditation Program Director of the National Infusion Center Association or NICA. Edie shares great information about operational excellence, process improvement, and how accreditation can help infusion centers.
Thursday May 04, 2023
Episode 58: How to Simplify Prior Authorizations with Syam Palakurthy
Thursday May 04, 2023
Thursday May 04, 2023
In this episode, we talk with Syam Palakurthy, Co-Founder and Chief Executive Officer of SamaCare. Syam shares great insight for streamlining the prior authorization process to be sure patients don’t fall through the cracks. And, he encourages us to lean into process improvement to make a positive impact to patients during a vulnerable time in their life.
Thursday Apr 27, 2023
Thursday Apr 27, 2023
In this episode, we talk with Kristin Williams, Executive Vice President and Chief Health Officer of Hy-Vee, Inc and President of Amber Specialty Pharmacy. Kristin shares all kinds of great information about the specialty medication supply chain and the logistics of white-bagging from specialty pharmacies. Her pearls of wisdom on culture, leadership, and patient experience are inspiring.