On this episode, host Phil Sobol speaks with Dr. Patrick Woodard is the Chief Information Officer (CIO) at Monument Health. Monument Health operates the busiest ER in South Dakota, serving a remote area where the nearest comparable trauma center is over 300 miles away. Hear how Dr. Woodard’s background as practicing internist ignited a passion for healthcare technology and health policy. He discusses how healthcare technology like policy can impact thousands of patients, emphasizing the importance of reliability, invisibility and quality IT support.
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Key Topics:
- The evolution of healthcare technology and its adoption by physicians
- Balancing clinical practice with IT leadership
- The role of AI in improving documentation and reducing physician burnout
- Strategies for effective healthcare IT support
- The importance of listening to frontline caregivers to drive meaningful tech improvements
About the Podcast
On The CereCore Podcast you will hear conversations focused on the intersection of healthcare and IT. From practical advice to strategic thought leadership, hear how healthcare leaders are navigating the decisions, challenges and journey of delivering technology to improve healthcare in their community today and in the future.
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Meet the Host
Phil Sobol
Chief Commercial Officer at CereCore
LinkedIn: Phil Sobol
Phil oversees the strategic development of service offerings across our global business lines and professional practices. He works with colleagues to offer healthcare IT consulting services that will enable health leaders and organizations to deliver high-quality patient care in the communities they serve. Phil has been working in healthcare IT services for more than 20 years and has been leading sales, marketing, and business development for more than a decade at CereCore.
