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Here you’ll find all the content available on Medvale TV and Medvale Radio.
Dive into our interviews and find out different ideas, reflections and challenges from the healthcare sector. 

In a compelling series of conversations led by Dave Self, Megaphone is the platform where experts and fascinating individuals share their in-depth insights and unique perspectives on the ever-evolving world of healthcare. You won’t want to miss these engaging discussions that explore the latest trends, breakthroughs, and challenges shaping the industry today.

Tim Drake didn’t set out to work in healthcare—but years spent navigating science, technology, and growing organizations shaped how he thinks about leadership today. As CEO of eTactics, he joins Dave Self to talk about career pivots, decision-making in complex environments, and the operational realities that quietly shape the healthcare system. A reflective conversation on how leaders learn to navigate friction, prioritize what matters, and lead forward when the path isn’t obvious. (37min)

Long before “care transformation” became the phrase of the moment, Jim Souza was already focused on what it really takes to lead clinicians through change. Chief Physician Executive at St. Luke’s Health System, he joins Dave Self to talk about his unlikely path into leadership, the evolving expectations of physicians, and why today’s pressures—workforce strain, rising complexity, and shifting patient needs—require a new mental model for how care is delivered. (46min)

Drawing on his decade at MedMan and deep roots in rural Idaho, Jesse Arnoldson explains how small clinics can join forces to negotiate better contracts, improve patient outcomes, and stay independent in an increasingly consolidated healthcare market. From shared savings models to medical home initiatives, he offers a candid view of what’s broken, what’s working, and how grassroots collaboration can reshape the future of primary care. (40min)

Each session brings together leaders from different sectors within the healthcare industry. In these 40-minute interviews, speakers delve into their stories, motivations, and challenges. Recorded with a live audience of Medvalistas, the Lyceums are followed by a confidential discussion on the presented theme.

(March 13, 2025 – 50min)

Andrea Rishmawi, co-founder and CEO of One Eighty Collective, explores best practices for attracting and retaining top talent in this Medvale Lyceum. This session dives into why traditional hiring approaches fall short and offers practical strategies for leadership teams to achieve clarity, alignment, and consistency in their recruiting efforts. From redefining roles based on real business needs to designing focused, purpose-driven interview processes, Rishmawi provides actionable insights to help healthcare executives build high-performing teams.

(February 13, 2025 – 40min)

Craig Solid, PhD, founder of Solid Research Group, unpacks the complexities of measuring value in healthcare in this Medvale Lyceum session. This discussion explores how healthcare leaders can define, assess, and communicate value effectively. From understanding the role of perspective in value measurement to leveraging behavioral psychology in decision-making, this conversation provides essential insights for those navigating value-based care. Whether you’re a provider, a healthcare executive, or an innovator, this episode offers a fresh approach to making informed, impact-driven decisions.

(January 9, 2025 – 39min)

Jim Souza, MD, and Katie Schneider, MD, share how St. Luke’s Health System has tackled physician burnout through strategic leadership and innovative approaches. Moderated by Paul DeChant, MD, this session highlights the power of aligning organizational priorities with physician well-being. From reducing burnout rates and turnover to fostering a culture of wellness-centered leadership, this discussion offers actionable insights for healthcare organizations striving to improve outcomes for both caregivers and patients.

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Medvale exists to make the world healthier. We do that by connecting vetted health delivery influencers and facilitating their collaboration and innovation so that their organizations can create impact. Besides helping each other advance the quadruple aims, Medvalistas support and inspire anyone or any entity that wants to improve health delivery

Medvale exists to make the world healthier. We do that by connecting vetted health delivery influencers and facilitating their collaboration and innovation so that their organizations can create impact. Besides helping each other advance the quadruple aims, Medvalistas support and inspire anyone or any entity that wants to improve health delivery