One of the ways that Answers Media is different from other media sites is the sense of community. The thought leaders in our community are good about sharing their thoughts on the issues of today. We publish at least eight guest posts a week now, so in case you missed some, here are the top ten read and shared guest posts in the month of November. You can also read previous month’s Top Ten Lists. Thank you for contributing and reading.
Most Played Radio Episode in November
From PopHealth Week – This is the final episode focused on emerging psychedelics in therapeutic and sacred ceremonial settings with guest host, Jim Tate and executive producer Gregg Anthony Masters, MPH. On this episode Daniel McQueen discusses his journey from underground guide to regulated access work in Colorado, his experiments extending DMT experiences via infusion, his views on psilocybin regulation, and the tensions inherent in commodifying sacred medicines. The conversation delves into scientific, legal, therapeutic, and philosophical dimensions of the psychedelic renaissance, especially as Colorado’s Natural Medicine Health Act rolls out.
Most Read Thought Leader Posts in November
Beyond the Hype: Harnessing AI and Ambient Computing for a Patient-Centered Future
By Girish Navani, CEO, eClinicalWorks
LinkedIn: eClinicalWorks
This is an exciting time in healthcare innovation, driven by the mission to democratize artificial intelligence (AI) and deliver real-world benefits through advanced automation and ambient computing. With physicians spending more hours on administrative tasks than directly with patients, automation and ambient computing offer the promise to restore the focus on patient care by creating a seamless and intuitive technological experience, silently working in the background. Continue reading…
Cybersecurity as Healthcare’s New Trust Framework
By Russ Smith, VP of Infrastructure & Security, Lightbeam Health Solutions
LinkedIn: Russell Smith
LinkedIn: Lightbeam Health Solutions
Healthcare’s digital transformation has made information the currency of care. Every shared record or connected system depends on data that can be trusted. As organizations become more interoperable and integrate artificial intelligence into daily workflows, protecting that trust is now essential to reliable care delivery. Cybersecurity is now front and center of that effort. Continue reading…
Next-Generation Oncology: AI-Driven Precision Medicine Unlocks Personalized Cancer Therapy
By Jim Foote, Co-Founder and CEO, First Ascent Biomedical
LinkedIn: Jim Foote
LinkedIn: First Ascent Biomedical
Cancer treatment stands at a critical crossroads. Despite remarkable advances in medical technology and our understanding of tumor biology, the sobering reality remains that in 2025, one in three cancer patients will die. This persistent gap between medical capability and patient need represents one of the most pressing challenges in modern healthcare—and one of the greatest opportunities for transformation. Continue reading…
What an HDU Is (and Isn’t): Decoding the Utility Behind the Buzz
By Laura Young, Co-Founder & Managing Director, Converge Health
LinkedIn: Laura Young
LinkedIn: Converge Health
If you’ve been in any interoperability conversation lately, you’ve probably heard the term Health Data Utility (HDU). It’s the new favorite acronym in health data circles, often paired with big promises about uniting systems, transforming care, and finally solving that persistently elusive data-sharing problem. Before we start ordering HDU logo coffee mugs, let’s pause for a reality check. What exactly is an HDU — and what isn’t it? Continue reading…
2026 CMS Quality Reporting Changes
By Amy Ardisana, Director of Registry Account Management, MRO
LinkedIn: Amy Ardisana
LinkedIn: MRO
The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services has released the 2026 Physician Fee Schedule Proposed Rule, proposing several changes to the Quality Payment Program and its reporting frameworks. Unlike previous years marked by extensive regulatory overhauls, CMS has proposed a limited number of policies, emphasizing its commitment to program stability while continuing the strategic transformation of healthcare quality measurement. Continue reading…
The Transatlantic Medtech Investment Gap: Why Does it Exist and Can it be Plugged?
By Ivor Campbell, Chief Executive, Snedden Campbell
LinkedIn: Ivor Campbell
LinkedIn: Snedden Campbell Ltd
The medical technology sector has long been characterized as the steady, reliable engine of the life sciences world. A sector offering consistent growth, without the wild volatility and boom-or-bust narratives of biotech or the frothy hype of digital health, it may be seen by some as “vanilla”, but it also has the benefit of being robust. Continue reading…
The AI-Powered Surgeon: How AI Is Enhancing Surgical Precision
By April Miller, Senior Writer, ReHack.com
LinkedIn: April Miller
Artificial intelligence (AI) transforms how modern health care operates, bringing a new level of precision and confidence to the surgical environment. Analyzing real-time data, assisting with imaging and guiding robotic systems help surgeons perform with greater accuracy and consistency. It streamlines workflows by automating documentation, monitoring patient vitals and flagging potential complications before they become critical. Continue reading…
If Healthcare Marketing Can’t Keep Up, Patients Will Click Away
By Chris Pace, VP of Healthcare Industry, SearchStax
LinkedIn: Chris Pace
LinkedIn: SearchStax
Today’s patient journey doesn’t start at your homepage; it starts in your search bar. Whether someone’s trying to find a provider, get cost information, or understand their next step in care, search is the primary gateway. Expectations are sky-high, shaped by the search experiences people have every day with Amazon, Google and ChatGPT. If your health system can’t meet those expectations, patients will go elsewhere, quickly. Continue reading…
Beyond Campaigns: Using Analytics to Transform Pharma and Healthcare Outcomes
By Karin Hayes, SVP Analytics Products and Services, OptimizeRx
LinkedIn: Karin Hayes
LinkedIn: OptimizeRx
Pharma marketing is evolving beyond traditional, one-size-fits-all approaches toward more personalized, data-driven engagement that truly connects with today’s consumers. Data now fuels smarter engagement, empowering patients to take a more active role in their care, giving providers deeper insight into treatment decisions, and ultimately improving outcomes. Continue reading…
For Good: Trust, Safety, and Resilience at the 2025 CHIME Fall Forum
By Erica Olenski, FACHDM, Vice President, FINN Partners
LinkedIn: Erica Olenski
LinkedIn: FINN Partners
“Toto, I don’t think we’re in Kansas anymore.” That thought crossed my mind more than once during the 2025 CHIME Fall Forum in San Antonio. I came expecting deep technical dives into architecture, cybersecurity, and compliance, all familiar territory for the CHIME CIO crowd. And I can confirm those discussions were there, but what caught me by surprise was how often the conversation shifted toward something less quantifiable and far more human. Continue reading…
