Brad Reimer, Chief Information Officer at Sanford Health joins the podcast to discuss Sanford Health being the largest rural health system in the US, opportunities and headwinds he's keeping his eye on, his current growth strategy, and more. Want to network with peers and hear more conversations like this? Apply to be one of our complimentary guest reviewers at our upcoming HIT + Digital Health + RCM Meeting Oct, 3-6 2023 here.
Summary
Sanford Health CIO Brad Reimer Discusses Rural Healthcare and Digital Transformation
Largest Rural Healthcare System in the US
Brad Reimer, Chief Information Officer at Sanford Health, recently joined a podcast to discuss their position as the largest rural health system in the US. Focusing on sustaining rural healthcare, Sanford has a growth strategy that focuses on their mission of being the premier rural health provider in the country.
Extending Capabilities Through Digital Transformation
As part of their growth strategy, Sanford is extending their capabilities, such as their EMR and HR systems, to smaller hospitals through their Connect program. They are also partnering with other sizable health systems to access more specialized care pieces. Reimer discusses the importance of putting workflows in place that work for hospitals of all sizes and addressing policies and regulatory standards.
The Value of New Technologies and Education
Reimer is a strong advocate for legislation and regulations that allow healthcare organizations to leverage the value of new technologies while providing a better experience for patients. He believes that education on how technology works is key to increasing adoption, and that AI will bring improved value to healthcare.
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This episode aired on 05/15/2023 and can be listened here.
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