Downtime Procedures is the podcast where healthcare innovation meets human ingenuity. Hosted by Rich G. Kenny and Dr. Dan Weberg, healthcare leaders with expertise in innovation and transformation, this show dives into the real stories behind healthcare’s operational challenges.
Each week features candid conversations with executives, frontline leaders, and innovators tackling everything from workforce transformation to crisis management. Hear how system failures turn into opportunities for innovation, how leaders navigate complexity, and how healthcare can harmonize human touch with digital transformation.
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08 - NAVIGATING CAREER DOWNTIME: 🔄 Patches Seely with Rich Kenny & Dan Weberg on Resilience, Reflection and Reinvention
In this episode of Downtime Procedures, hosts Rich Kenny and Dan Weberg sit down with Patches Seely—nurse leader, healthcare IT expert, and career strategist—to delve into the often avoided topic of career downtimes. Patches shares her personal journey of navigating career transitions, the emotional impact of unexpected change, and how professionals can build resilience through self-reflection and intentional networking. They explore the importance of assessing personal "systems," leveraging ...
26 Feb 2025
07 - RACING TO OPTIMIZE SURGERY: 🏎️ Rich Kenny & Dr. Robert Masson on Team Dynamics, Tech Integration, and Flow State in Healthcare
In this episode of Downtime Procedures, hosts Rich G Kenny and Dr. Robert Masson—neurosurgeon, tech innovator, and racing enthusiast—discuss the parallels between high-performance racing teams and surgical teams. They explore how meticulous preparation, team synchronization, and cutting-edge technology can transform patient care. Dr. Masson shares insights on building cohesive teams, leveraging technology to reduce disorientation in the OR, and why nursing leadership is essential for healthca...
19 Feb 2025
06 - NURSES WHO DO AI: 👩💻 Lindsay Maher, Dan Weberg & Rich Kenny on AI Career Paths, Model Building, and Data Integrity
In this episode of Downtime Procedures, hosts Rich G Kenny and Dan Weberg dive into the intersection of healthcare and AI with special guest Lindsay Mayer, a nurse informaticist on the front lines of AI development. They explore Lindsay's journey from bedside nursing to working on AI model development, the critical role of accurate data, and demystifying common fears and misconceptions about AI in healthcare. Lindsay shares valuable insights into the collaborative processes involved in ...
12 Feb 2025
05 - TRUST IN THE DIGITAL AGE 🤝 Rich Kenny & Dan Weberg on Transparency, Ethics, & Healthcare Influence
In this episode of Downtime Procedures, host Rich G Kenny speaks with Dan Weberg about the crucial role of transparency and managing conflicts of interest for leaders and influencers in healthcare. They discuss why trust is foundational, the ethical considerations necessary for healthcare influencers, and share best practices for maintaining transparency both online and offline. This episode provides actionable insights into personal branding, accountability, and how healthcare professionals ...
5 Feb 2025
04 - BALANCING SAFETY & INNOVATION 💡Rich Kenny & Armando Bedoya on AI Usability and Governance
In this episode of Downtime Procedures, host Rich G Kenny speaks with Dr. Armando Bedoya, Chief Analytics and Medical Informatics Officer at Duke Health, about integrating artificial intelligence (AI) into healthcare. They explore challenges around AI usability, the importance of proper workflow integration, and the significance of a robust governance framework. Dr. Bedoya shares valuable insights on balancing innovation, patient engagement, and maintaining safety in AI deployment. Be...
29 Jan 2025
03 - A VISION FOR INNOVATION 🚀 Rich Kenny & Ruth Yomtoubian on Centralizing Innovation, Executive Buy-in, and Humility
In this episode of Downtime Procedures, host Rich G Kenny speaks with Ruth Yomtoubian, Chief Innovation Officer at VSP, about driving innovation in healthcare with a focus on artificial intelligence (AI). They explore how centralized approaches, futurist insights, and humility in execution can redefine the healthcare landscape. Best Moments: (01:26) Ruth's background in corporate innovation and experience at AT&T Foundry (03:23) VSP's vertically integrated structure and health-focused app...
29 Jan 2025
02 - READY FOR CHANGE 🚑 Rich Kenny & Fred Neis on Leadership, Readiness, & Empathy
In this episode of Downtime Procedures, host Rich G Kenny speaks with Fred Neis, MS, RN, FACHE, FAEN, about the impact of AI on healthcare, cultural readiness for technological change, and the importance of preserving the human element in patient care. Together, they explore how leaders and organizations can prepare for AI integration while maintaining empathy and connection in healthcare. Best Moments: (00:30) Introduction of guest Fred Neis (05:17) Distinguishing AI revolution from previous...
29 Jan 2025
01 - AI HYPE vs REALITY 🤩 Rich Kenny & Dan Weberg on Myths, Marketing, & Nursing's Future
In this episode of Downtime Procedures, host Rich Kenny welcomes Dr. Dan Weberg, PhD, MHI, RN, FAAN, to explore the impact of AI and technological innovation on healthcare, with a particular focus on nursing. They discuss recent headlines, debunk myths, and highlight how AI is reshaping roles and delivering care in the healthcare industry. Best Moments: (01:02) Introduction to the topic of AI in healthcare (02:09) Discussion on tech companies' marketing strategies in healthcare (04:45) The di...
21 Jan 2025
Introducing Downtime Procedures
When systems fail, healthcare leaders step up. Downtime Procedures is the podcast where innovation meets reality, and resilience drives transformation. Join hosts Rich G. Kenny, Chief Clinical Officer at Veritas Labs, and Dr. Dan Weberg, a healthcare innovation expert, as they explore the real stories behind healthcare’s biggest operational challenges. From workforce transformation to digital innovation, hear how leaders turn crises into opportunities and navigate the crossroads of human inge...
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