Best Group Practice Exchange Podcasts (2025)

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Mentorship, Retention, and Growth: Insights from Physician Practice Management with Allen Alongi 29:28

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In this episode of the MGMA Insights Podcast, Sr. Editor and host Daniel Williams speaks with Allen Alongi, MBA, PMP, SSGB, Physician Practice Manager at Northside Hospital in Marietta, Georgia, and one of the newly appointed members of MGMA’s Human Resources and Compliance Advisory Board. Allen shares his journey from patient to healthcare leader;…

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A New Era of Clinical Information Exchange: What Practice Leaders Need to Know About TEFCA and QHINs 22:20

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In this episode of the MGMA Insights Podcast, Sr. Editor and host Daniel Williams speaks with Justin McMartin, Director of Product Innovation at Surescripts, about one of the most important developments in U.S. healthcare interoperability: TEFCA and Qualified Health Information Networks (QHINs). They dig into what TEFCA is (and isn’t), how QHINs op…

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Beyond Borders: Why Cultural Exchange Still Matters 25:44

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Beyond the headlines about the workforce and the economy lies a visa category designed for something deeper: human connection. In this episode, Immigration Nerds host Lauren Clarke explores the J-1 Cultural Exchange Program with Lisa Murray, Director of the Exchange Program at the American Immigration Council. From camp counselors to research schol…

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Empowering Healthcare Leaders: Delores McNair on Mentorship, Authenticity & the Power of “We” 6:41

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In this inspiring bonus episode of the MGMA Podcast, recorded live at the 2025 MGMA Leaders Conference in Orlando, Senior Editor Daniel Williams sits down with Delores McNair—speaker, mentor, and longtime MGMA leader—who brings her trademark energy and authenticity to a conversation about leadership, mentorship, and human connection in healthcare. …

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A Rural Healthcare Leadership Journey with Macy Dotty, 2025 MGMA Future Five Honoree 30:13

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In this episode, Sr. Editor and host of the MGMA Insights Podcast, Daniel Williams, MBA, MSEM, sits down with Macy Dotty, Clinic Director of Interventional Pain, Neurology, Urology, and Visiting Specialists at Cuyuna Regional Medical Center in Crosby, Minnesota — and one of MGMA’s 2025 Future Five Award winners. Macy shares her unconventional entry…

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Event Minds Matter (ft. Janice Cardinale | Heart-Centric Founder of Event Minds Matter) 37:08

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GUEST BIO: Janice Cardinale is a Forbes Woman, Smart Meetings Entrepreneur & Hall of Fame inductee, and BizBash 15 over 50 honoree. Recognized as a top voice in events, she's on a mission to design and implement psychological safety and emotional intelligence as a curriculum in 2026, embedding mental health as a priority in event culture for the fu…

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Qatar to Orlando: Maryann Kawaksheh on Global Healthcare, AI & Leadership MGMA 890 subscribers 10:09

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In this bonus episode of the MGMA Podcast, recorded live at the 2025 MGMA Leaders Conference in Orlando, Senior Editor Daniel Williams speaks with Maryann Kawaksheh, who traveled all the way from Qatar to attend. Maryann shares her remarkable journey from Alabama to Qatar, where she helped build a greenfield hospital from the ground up. She discuss…

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Innovating Mental Health Care: Advancing TMS and Patient Care with Mitchell Ramsey, MGMA Future Five Award Winner 22:48

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In this episode of the MGMA Insights Podcast, host Daniel Williams sits down with Mitchell Ramsey, CHFP, CRCR, TMS Clinical Coordinator at Psychiatry Associates of Tallahassee and one of MGMA’s 2025 Future Five Award honorees. Mitchell shares how his journey from lacrosse coach to mental health professional shaped his empathetic, patient-first appr…

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Perfect Storm: H-2A Visas, Government Shutdown, and the Fight to Feed America 32:09

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American farms are in crisis. The federal government shutdown froze H-2A visa processing right when farmers need to prepare for planting season. At the same time, major changes to how farm worker wages are calculated are making everything more complicated. Immigration Nerds host Lauren Clarke talks with immigration attorney and agricultural labor e…

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Building Authentic Relationships to Foster Early Career Physician Loyalty, with Jackson Physician Search 32:50

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In this episode of the MGMA Insights Podcast, host Daniel Williams, Senior Editor at MGMA, sits down with Tony Stajduhar, President, and Neal Waters, Regional Vice President of Recruiting, Jackson Physician Search, to discuss insights from the new research report From Contract to Connection: How Authentic Relationships Foster Early Career Physician…

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Consult. Curate. And Deliver (ft. Seth Dechtman | President | The Keynote Curators) 38:36

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GUEST BIO: Seth Dechtman is President of The Keynote Curators, securing top-tier speakers like Magic Johnson and Richard Branson for brands including Apple, Amazon, and Coca-Cola. A global strategist who's lived on four continents and speaks multiple languages, Seth brings instinctive matchmaking and strategic thinking to help event professionals f…

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Bridging Clinical and Administrative Leadership with Idalis McPhail, MGMA Future Five Award Winner 25:11

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On this episode of the MGMA Insights Podcast, host Daniel Williams, senior editor at MGMA, welcomes Idalis McPhail, practice administrator at Fairfax Pediatric Associates and one of MGMA’s 2025 Future Five Award winners. With a background that spans from bedside nursing to executive administration, McPhail shares her journey of bridging clinical an…

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"The Day I Realized I Was An Immigrant" 30:27

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In this powerful episode of Immigration Nerds, host Lauren Clarke speaks with Hendrika de Vries, author of the new book "Open Turns," about her remarkable journey from surviving World War II in occupied Amsterdam to becoming a champion swimmer and finding her identity as a 13-year-old immigrant in 1950s Australia. At 87, Henny shares how her family…

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Breaking Down Silos with Sean Nguyen, 2025 Harwick Innovation Award Winner 38:23

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In this episode of the MGMA Insights Podcast, host Daniel Williams, Senior Editor at MGMA, interviews Sean Nguyen, MHA, the 2025 Harwick Innovation Award winner and System Director of the Interventional Pain Service Line at Ochsner Health. Nguyen shares how his “One Reason for Visit” model revolutionized multidisciplinary care for patients with bac…

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From Classroom to Class Act: Mastering Surprise to Engage and Inspire (ft. Tom Pesce | Award Winning Speaker & Motivational Entertainer) 34:44

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NMBE Episode 80 Tom Pesce GUEST BIO: Tom Pesce is one of the country's most sought-after speakers and motivational entertainers, working with NASA, Amazon, Google, Microsoft, and Fortune 500 companies worldwide. Recently honored as "Entertainer of the Year" by WinWin Charity, he's also a distinguished educator with twenty years of classroom experie…

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Mentorship, Fellowship, and the ACMPE Journey with Michelle Mainord, 2025 ACMPE Forum Representative of the Year Award Winner 24:10

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In this episode of the MGMA Insights Podcast, host Daniel Williams, Senior Editor at MGMA, sits down with Michelle Mainord, Practice Administrator at Cookeville Gynecology in Tennessee and winner of the 2025 ACMPE Forum Representative of the Year Award. Michelle shares her remarkable journey from nurse to administrator, the lessons learned in leade…

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MGMA Insights: Academic Medicine in Practice with Jonathan Leer 29:58

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Business Solutions: Balancing AI and Human Talent in Medical Practices 17:48

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In this episode of the MGMA Business Solutions Podcast, Daniel Williams sits down with Dr. Rihan Javid to explore how medical practices can balance artificial intelligence with human expertise. Dr. Javid shares insights from his work with EDGE and Rinova AI, where he helps practices leverage remote talent and AI-powered agents to reduce costs, impr…

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From Alaska to Orlando: Linda Carroll on Leadership, Culture & Connection 12:30

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In this episode of the MGMA Podcast, Senior Editor Daniel Williams sits down with Linda Carroll of Aurora Maternal Fetal Medicine in Alaska, recorded live at the 2025 MGMA Leaders Conference in Orlando. Linda shares her unique perspective on traveling from Alaska to connect with peers, the importance of cultural sensitivity in healthcare leadership…

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ELX Marks the Spot: High Level Perspectives on Global Trends (ft. David Kliman | Co-Founder of Event Leaders Exchange | President of The Kliman Group 36:17

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GUEST BIO: David Kliman, CMM, is co-founder of ELX, an invitation-only community for global corporate event heads. Former International Chairman of MPI and White House Board of Travel and Tourism member, he's recognized as one of the 50 most influential event industry professionals. David specializes in strategic market insights and customer adviso…

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H-1B Proclamation & Changes Special Report 21:19

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In this special episode of the Immigration Nerds Podcast, we break down what President Trump's H-1B proclamation means for employers and employees. Host Lauren Clarke and EIG partner Alejandra Zapatero explain who's actually affected, whether current H-1B holders can travel safely, and what employers should do now. We address the looming legal chal…

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Cybersecurity in Healthcare: How Ransomware Attacks Medical Practices | MGMA Leaders Conference 2025 11:50

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In this episode of the MGMA Podcast, we sit down with Rana McSpadden, FACMPE, CHPC, CPC, a consultant with the Medical Practice Services department of SVMIC, to explore the growing risks of ransomware and cybersecurity threats in medical practices. With more than 25 years of healthcare experience, Rana brings expertise in compliance, cybersecurity,…

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How Seb Terry’s “100 Things” List Changed Lives: Goal Setting, Kindness, and the Science of Happiness 20:03

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In this episode of the MGMA Podcast, Seb Terry discusses how he turned a personal list of 100 life goals into a global movement. He explains the science of goal setting, the importance of kindness in achieving results, and practical strategies busy professionals can use to find purpose and satisfaction in both work and life. Hosted by Daniel Willia…

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‘Good data yields good decisions': Honoring Dave Gans, 2025 MGMA Lifetime Achievement Award Winner 30:50

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On this episode of the MGMA Insights Podcast, host Daniel Williams sits down with David N. Gans, MGMA’s 2025 Lifetime Achievement Award recipient. Dave reflects on his decades-long career with MGMA, his role in shaping the organization’s history, and his pioneering work in benchmarking and data-driven decision-making for medical practices. He also …

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Episode 278 | What Is EOS? How It Creates a Values-Aligned Culture for Group Practices with Tara Vossenkemper 25:57

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What does it really mean to run a values-aligned practice? As a group practice owner, I've learned how powerful it is to build a culture that actually reflects our values. In this episode, I sit down with my friend Tara Vossenkemper to answer the question "what is EOS?" and explore how it helps us create a true values-driven meaning in our practice…

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Building Bridges Between Policy and Practice with Jon Ewing, 2025 MGMA Legislative Liaison of the Year Award Winner 33:10

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In this episode of the MGMA Insights Podcast, host Daniel Williams speaks with Jon R. Ewing, Chief Operating Officer at the Women’s Clinic in Jackson, Tennessee, and MGMA’s 2025 Legislative Liaison of the Year. Jon shares how he unexpectedly entered legislative advocacy, the importance of bridging policy and practice, and what medical group leaders…

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The Beautiful Game Meets Border Security: FIFA World Cup 2026 50:43

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Can America's immigration system handle the 2026 FIFA World Cup? With 3 million daily travelers expected and visa wait times stretching hundreds of days in key countries, we're facing unprecedented challenges. Ryan Propis from the US Travel Association joins us to discuss what needs to happen now - from expanding visa waiver programs to deploying A…

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Ninja Warrior Wisdom: A High-Performance Event Strategy (ft. Ty Bennett | World-renowned Speaker, Bestselling Author, Entrepreneur) 39:18

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GUEST BIO: Ty Bennett, world-renowned speaker, bestselling author, and entrepreneur, redefines leadership and performance. Author of The Power of Storytelling and Partnership Is the New Leadership, he’s addressed 2,000+ audiences worldwide. At 21, he built a $20 million business in 37 countries and now leads Leadership Inc. and the world’s largest …

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Episode 277 | When to Hire a CFO vs. Accountant for Your Practice with Carter Freeman 21:39

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Do you really need a CFO, or is your accountant enough? If you're a group practice owner wondering whether your current accountant is giving you the insight you actually need to scale, this episode is for you. I sat down with Carter Freeman to talk about the evolving role of CFOs in therapy practices, and how CFO services - especially fractional CF…

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MGMA Business Solutions: Building a Strong CMA Pipeline With U.S. Career Institute 29:09

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On this episode of the MGMA Business Solutions Podcast, host Daniel Williams speaks with Rob Fershtman, Senior Director of Corporate Partnerships at U.S. Career Institute. With more than a decade of experience helping healthcare organizations strengthen their pipelines for Certified Medical Assistants and other essential roles, Fershtman shares str…

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The Laughter Factor: The Contagious Effect of Fun (ft. Adam Christing | Humorist, Keynote Speaker and Author 39:51

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GUEST BIO: Adam Christing is an award-winning emcee. His warm-hearted humor has delighted over two million people in 49 of the 50 US states. He is the President of CleanComedians.com and a member of Hollywood’s world-famous Magic Castle. Adam has been featured on Entertainment Tonight and over 100 podcasts, TV, and radio programs. Adam’s new book i…

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MGMA Insights: Crystal Washington on Generative AI for Healthcare Leaders 14:27

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Futurist, author, and Hall of Fame speaker Crystal Washington joins this episode of the MGMA Insights Podcast. Crystal shares her expertise on generative AI and its practical applications for healthcare leaders. As an upcoming keynote speaker at the MGMA Leaders Conference in Orlando (September 28 - October 1), Crystal breaks down the AI landscape,…

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MGMA Early Careerists: Resilience, Risk, and Purpose with Shay Eskew 44:30

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In this debut episode of the MGMA Early Careerist podcast, host Melinda Mastel speaks with Shay Eskew, Vice President of Sales at Kodiak Solutions, Ironman athlete, and burn survivor. Shay shares his remarkable journey from a childhood accident that changed his life, to building a career in healthcare, writing a bestselling book, and embracing chal…

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Women in Healthcare: Empathy, Accountability, and Everyday Leadership 42:58

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In this episode of MGMA's Women in Healthcare podcast, host Adrienne Lloyd talks with Hayley Boling, CEO of Bowling Vision Center and Insight Surgery Center, about the realities of leadership, the importance of empathy and accountability, and the everyday moments that shape strong teams. They discuss mentorship, support networks, and the value of a…

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How New H-1B Rules Could Reshape Foreign Worker Entry to the US 30:06

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Host Lauren Clarke dives into major H-1B developments with immigration reporter Andrew Kreighbaum from Bloomberg Law. They discuss the Trump administration's proposed weighted selection rule that cleared White House review, which could fundamentally change the H-1B lottery system from random selection to wage-based allocation. The conversation also…

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Episode 276 | Top 5 Things Leadership Needs From You So They Can Stop Bothering You and You Can Finally Focus on the Big Picture with Lisa Besler 24:08

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Let's be real - building a leadership team isn't just about hiring strong people. It's about letting them lead. If you've ever found yourself answering endless questions from your clinical directors or leadership staff, wondering why they can't just run things without you, this episode is for you. In this week's episode, I sit down with leadership …

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MGMA Insights: Building Your Own Operational Leadership Development Program 25:50

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On this episode of the MGMA Insights Podcast, host Daniel Williams welcomes Carolyn Bruebaker Moore, MBA, FACMPE, Vice President of Operations at PeaceHealth Medical Group in Oregon. Carolyn will be speaking at the upcoming MGMA Leaders Conference in Orlando (Sept. 28 – Oct. 1, 2025), where her session, "Build Your Own Operational Leadership Develo…

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The Mighty Quinn: Turning Events into Experiences That Matter (ft. Quinn Conyers | Pro Emcee, Moderator, Keynote Speaker) 37:54

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NMBE Episode 76 - Quinn Conyers GUEST BIO: Quinn Conyers is a dynamic event emcee and public speaking expert with 20+ years transforming events from good to GRAND. Featured in major publications and trusted by Nike, Walmart, and the UN, she's a published author of two speaking industry books. Quinn brings proven strategies for sponsor visibility, a…

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MGMA Insights: Optimizing Ambulatory Space Through Digital Health Transformation 21:06

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Join host Daniel Williams on the MGMA Insights Podcast as he sits down with Dr. Alpesh Amin, Associate Dean for Clinical Transformation at UCI Health. Dr. Amin previews his upcoming session at the 2025 MGMA Leaders Conference in Orlando while sharing practical strategies for leveraging digital health and virtual care. Learn how to optimize ambulato…

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USCIS By The Numbers When Policy Meets Administrative Reality 36:07

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Host Lauren Clarke and immigration policy analyst Cecilia Esterline from the Niskanen Center break down the latest USCIS data on the Immigration Nerds. With an 18% drop in case completions and I-90 applications seeing 938% longer processing times, the numbers reveal unprecedented administrative strain. From I-765 work authorization backlogs jumping…

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Episode 275 | Are Your Notes Putting Your Practice at Risk? Compliance & Therapy Documentation Tips with Dr. Tiana Kelly 25:56

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Are your notes putting your practice at risk? Skipping a HIPPA compliance checklist or letting sloppy therapy documentation slide could cost you big - legally, financially, and ethically. In this episode of The Group Practice Exchange Podcast, I'm joined by Dr. Tiana Kelly, who's here to help you strengthen your compliance practices, streamline you…

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MGMA Insights: A Strategic Approach to Building High-Performing Teams 30:20

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In this episode of the MGMA Insights Podcast, Dr. Michael Neal, a practicing optometrist and founder of Build My Team. Dr. Neal shares his transformative approach to healthcare hiring while addressing critical challenges like staff turnover, burnout and creating a high-performing practice culture. Drawing from lessons learned in his own practice an…

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The Encore Experience: How to Leave Audiences Wanting More (ft. Gregory Offner | Author and Award-Winning Keynote Speaker) 34:35

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GUEST BIO: Author, workforce strategist, and keynote speaker, Greg is the founding partner of the Global Performance Institute, a boutique consulting firm supporting organizations seeking to get the most out of their workforce. Greg previously held leadership roles in the outsourced services and risk management industries, advising some of the most…

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MGMA Insights: Leadership Insights for Navigating Modern Healthcare Challenges 32:26

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In this episode of the MGMA Insights Podcast, host Daniel Williams joins Mark Noon, a retired US Air Force medical leader and founder of LEADERSHIPTEN to explore leadership challenges amid cultural adaptations in the post-pandemic workplace. With extensive experience coaching healthcare organizations, Mark shares critical leadership strategies for …

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Episode 274 | Is It Really a People Problem - or a Leadership Opportunity? Busting Myths About Leadership with Adrian Koehler 23:34

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As a group practice owner, it's easy to assume your struggles are about hiring or team dynamics, when what's really needed is some honest reflection and strong leadership training for teams. In this episode, I sat down with leadership coach, Adrian Koehler to unpack what's actually going wrong in many therapy practices: leadership mistakes that no …

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MGMA Business Solutions: Alleviating Provider Burnout with AI and Automation 26:57

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In this episode of the MGMA Business Solutions Podcast, Dr. Michael Blackman, Chief Medical Officer at Greenway Health, explores how AI and automation can help reduce provider burnout and improve medical practice efficiency. The conversation highlights Greenway's Clinical Assist technology while offering insights for medical practice leaders lookin…

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August 5th Cliff: How Humanitarian Parole and TPS Terminations Are Reshaping American Agriculture 21:20

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American farms are facing an unprecedented workforce crisis as Temporary Protected Status (TPS) programs for multiple countries terminate this August, threatening to remove an estimated 76,000 agricultural workers from the labor force. But what does this mean for food security, rural economies, and the future of legal farm labor? Immigration Nerds …

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The Amazement Artist: Turning Event Magic into a Movement (ft. Jon Petz | Hall of Fame Keynote Speaker | Conference Emcee | Author) 33:48

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GUEST BIO: Jon Petz is the world's only Amazement Artist™, a bestselling author, Hall of Fame keynote speaker, and award winning emcee. Former corporate executive and tech entrepreneur turned professional magician, he combines real-world business expertise with masterful storytelling and incredible entertainment. Featured in USA Today and Wall Stre…

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MGMA Business Solutions: Cracking the Code on Healthcare Workforce Retention 22:28

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In this episode of the MGMA Business Solutions Podcast, host Daniel Williams sits down with Chris Franklin, President of LocumTenens.com, and Alison Sawyer, Vice President of Strategy and Innovation, to unpack recent research on clinician workforce trends. The conversation reveals surprising findings about job satisfaction, retention and what truly…

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MGMA Insights: Managing Disruptive Physician Behavior with Dr. Christopher Kodama 20:31

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In this MGMA podcast episode, host Daniel Williams talks with Dr. Christopher Kodama, MD, MBA, founder of EverSpark, about managing disruptive physician behavior. They define what disruptive behavior looks like in healthcare settings, discuss its impact on practice culture, and outline actionable strategies for addressing it—covering preparation, c…