On Today’s episode of Transforming Healthcare with Dr. Wael Barsoum, we're honored to have Dr. Mira Albert, DDS, MBA, MS, who is a dynamic pediatric dentist, entrepreneur, and community leader with over two decades of experience in advancing oral health care. As the founder and CEO of Brush Pediatric Dentistry in Hinsdale, Illinois, Mira has built a thriving private practice that serves over 7,000 active patients and employs a team of six pediatric dentists and 20+ staff. Expanding her vision, she is actively integrating four dental practices, cementing her reputation for innovative leadership and operational excellence.

With a deep commitment to patient care, prevention, and education, Mira has dedicated her career to creating premier dental experiences for children and their families. Her leadership extends to prestigious roles, such as a Board Trustee and Marketing Chair for the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry (AAPD) Foundation and a National Media Spokesperson for the AAPD, where she’s been featured on NBC, WGN, and Fox sharing expert tips on pediatric oral health.

A graduate of the University of Michigan and Northwestern Kellogg School of Management, Dr. Albert combines clinical expertise with business acumen. She’s also a passionate philanthropist, leading fundraising efforts that have raised hundreds of thousands of dollars for causes supporting families, women, and children.

Through her podcast appearances, Dr. Mira Albert shares her wealth of knowledge on pediatric dentistry, leadership, and creating a meaningful impact in the community. Join us while we explore her journey, insights, and the heart behind her work.

On Today’s episode of Transforming Healthcare with Dr. Wael Barsoum, we're honored to have Paul Krakovitz, MD, who is a visionary healthcare executive, physician, and innovator with over 20 years of experience shaping the future of medical operations and strategy. From leading high-impact hospital expansions to pioneering innovations in healthcare delivery, Paul’s career is marked by transformative leadership and a relentless drive for excellence.

As an Executive in Residence with Cressey and Company, Paul is dedicated to creating meaningful change in healthcare through private market investments. Previously, he served as the Desert Region President at Intermountain Health, where he oversaw a $2.6 billion region, driving growth, innovation, and operational efficiency in both fee-for-service and full-risk healthcare models. Paul’s leadership extends beyond operations. As a seasoned board member and thought leader, he has contributed to healthcare and business sectors through over 60 publications, more than 160 international lectures, and three medical device patents. His expertise has been sought by state advisory councils and has earned him accolades such as Castle Connolly’s "Top Doctor" and finalist recognition for the 2023 “Business Leader of the Year” by the Las Vegas Global Economic Alliance.

With a background that spans clinical care, strategic leadership, and innovation, Paul has held key roles at Cleveland Clinic and Intermountain Health, achieving significant growth, operational efficiency, and cost savings. He also played a pivotal role during the COVID-19 pandemic as a Section Chief for Intermountain Healthcare’s Incident Command Operations. Beyond his professional accomplishments, Paul’s dedication to fostering strong relationships and empowering teams is evident in his personable leadership style.

Join us as we delve into Paul’s journey, exploring how he balances strategic innovation, community impact, and personal passions to make a lasting difference in healthcare.

Welcome to today's episode of Transforming Healthcare with Dr. Wael Barsoum, where we’re thrilled to introduce our distinguished guest, Dr. David J. Jacofsky, MD. Dr. Jacofsky is a leading authority in healthcare reform and an international speaker whose expertise in strategy spans across payors, providers, and health systems, making him an influential figure in the evolving healthcare landscape.

As founder, CEO, and Chairman of HOPCo (Health Outcomes Performance Company) and The CORE Institute®, Dr. Jacofsky brings a unique blend of business acumen and healthcare innovation. His outstanding leadership has earned him titles like Healthcare Executive of the Year and Healthcare Innovator of the Year, along with widespread recognition as a top Medical Group Leader.

Dr. Jacofsky’s academic contributions are equally impressive. He serves on editorial boards for prominent journals, holds over 30 patents, and has an exceptional academic background that includes a residency at the Mayo Clinic and a fellowship at Johns Hopkins University. His accomplishments extend into the clinical realm, where under his guidance, The CORE Institute has ranked as the #1 orthopedic practice for eight consecutive years in Arizona, with HOPCo consistently pioneering in value-based healthcare.

With over 100 peer-reviewed articles, 25 book chapters, and three orthopedic textbooks to his name, Dr. Jacofsky is dedicated to advancing orthopedic knowledge and aligning stakeholders to drive true value in healthcare. His visionary work in transitioning to value-based care strategies has led to improved patient outcomes and enhanced financial performance for partners across the healthcare spectrum.

Join us as we explore the visionary insights of Dr. David J. Jacofsky, a trailblazer shaping the future of healthcare with his transformative leadership and unwavering commitment to advancing the industry.

On Today’s episode of Transforming Healthcare with Dr. Wael Barsoum, we're honored to have Dr. R. Michael Meneghini, the CEO and founder of the Indiana Joint Replacement Institute (IJRI) and the newly named Chief Market Development Officer at Healthcare Outcomes Performance Co. (HOPCo). With over 19 years of experience, Dr. Meneghini is a nationally and internationally recognized expert in joint replacement. His expertise spans primary and partial hip and knee replacements, revision surgeries, outpatient joint replacements, and advanced computer-assisted surgical techniques. Additionally, he co-founded M2 Orthopedic Partners, a private-equity backed orthopedic management company. Dr. Meneghini's impressive educational journey began at Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology, where he graduated Magna Cum Laude in engineering. He earned his medical degree from Indiana University, completed his orthopedic surgery residency at Rush University Medical Center in Chicago, and pursued a fellowship in complex hip and knee replacement at the Mayo Clinic. Before founding IJRI, he led the Indiana University Health Hip and Knee Center for over a decade. Throughout his distinguished career, Dr. Meneghini has received numerous accolades, including the Coventry Award at the Mayo Clinic, the Early Career Achievement Award from Indiana University School of Medicine, and the Career Achievement Award from Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology. In 2020, he attained the academic rank of Professor in Clinical Orthopaedic Surgery at Indiana University School of Medicine. Dr. Meneghini is also a prolific researcher, having authored over 200 peer-reviewed journal articles and book chapters. His commitment to advancing the field extends to his roles on the executive boards of the Knee Society, Mid-American Orthopaedic Association (MAOA), the International Orthopedic Education Network (IOEN), and the American Association of Hip and Knee Surgeons (AAHKS), where he will serve as President in 2025. Join us as we delve into Dr. Meneghini's extensive expertise, innovative contributions, and vision for the future of orthopedic surgery. Welcome, Dr. Meneghini!

On today’s episode of Transforming Healthcare with Dr. Wael Barsoum, we're honored to have Dr. Nicolas Piuzzi with us, a distinguished orthopedic surgeon specializing in adult joint reconstruction at Cleveland Clinic. Dr. Piuzzi serves as the Director of the Cleveland Clinic center for Adult Joint Reconstruction Research (CCARR), where he seamlessly translates his expertise in primary and revision hip and knee procedures into groundbreaking research. His work focuses on treating conditions such as osteoarthritis, osteonecrosis, and periprosthetic infections, emphasizing the preservation, repair, and regeneration of musculoskeletal tissues.

Dr. Piuzzi performs over 400 surgeries annually and leads one of the most productive joint research groups in the United States, publishing over 100 peer-reviewed manuscripts each year and conducting numerous clinical trials. His vision is to advance patient care through evidence-based orthopedic surgery and personalized medicine. With over 375 published articles and numerous awards, including the AAOS/OREF/ORS Clinician Scholar Career Development Program Award, Dr. Piuzzi continues to shape the future of orthopedic care and research.

Dr. Piuzzi completed his orthopedic surgery residency at Hospital Italiano de Buenos Aires and a fellowship at Cleveland Clinic in Orthopedic Regenerative Medicine and Cellular Therapies. His commitment to patient care and innovative research makes him a leading voice in the field of orthopedics.

Also, on today’s episode, we will be discussing the Robotic Orthopaedic Concepts & Knowledge Symposium (ROCKS). Which is a cutting-edge event designed to ROCK the field of arthroplasty robotics. This symposium brings together experts and enthusiasts in the realm of Orthopaedic robotics, showcasing the latest advancements, refining hands-on skills, and fostering collaboration. Hosted in Cleveland for an immersive experience where innovation and skills converge, setting the stage for the future of robotic arthroplasty. This conference will take place September 26-28, 2024.

Join us as we delve into Dr. Piuzzi's insights and contributions to the world of orthopedic surgery. Welcome, Dr. Piuzzi!

Dr. Javad Parvizi, MD, FRCS, the newly appointed Professor of Orthopedic Surgery at Acibadem University in Istanbul. With a career spanning over 25 years, Dr. Parvizi has performed more than 10,000 surgical procedures, including over 1,000 hip joint preservation surgeries. He is globally renowned for his pioneering work in managing periprosthetic joint infection and venous thromboembolism.

Before joining Acibadem University, Dr. Parvizi was the Director and Vice Chair of Research at the Rothman Institute. He has authored over 1,000 peer-reviewed articles, penned 18 textbooks, and received over 100 awards from prestigious medical organizations. His research is well-funded by top institutions such as the National Institutes of Health and the Department of Defense.

Dr. Parvizi's extensive training includes a medical degree from the UK, cardiothoracic surgical training in Great Britain, and a residency in orthopedic surgery at the Mayo Clinic. He completed a fellowship in Switzerland under Professor Reinhold Ganz, focusing on hip disorders in young adults. In 2003, he joined the Rothman Orthopedic Institute and served as the James Edward Professor of Orthopedic Surgery at Sidney Kimmel School of Medicine until 2023.

Dr. Parvizi has held numerous leadership roles, including president of the Musculoskeletal Infection Society and the Eastern Orthopedic Association, and he is currently the President of the American Association of Hip and Knee Surgeons (AAHKS). He co-founded the International Consensus Group, which produced a comprehensive resource on orthopedic infections.

In addition to his medical achievements, Dr. Parvizi is the founder and CEO of Parvizi Surgical Innovation (PSI) LLC, an incubator for developing groundbreaking healthcare products. He has trained over 2,000 research and clinical fellows and residents, and his dedication to education and global knowledge sharing has earned him honorary memberships in numerous organizations.

Dr. Parvizi continues his commitment to excellence at Acibadem University, where he co-founded the International Joint Center (IJC) at Acibadem Hospital.

Tune in to hear Dr. Parvizi discuss his remarkable career, innovations in orthopedic surgery, and his vision for the future.

Dr. Adrienne Boissy, MD, MA, is a pioneering executive in healthcare innovation, currently serving as the Chief Medical Officer of Qualtrics, an experience management company. She is also a staff neurologist at the Cleveland Clinic and is the former Chief Experience Officer there. During her tenure, she led transformative global initiatives to enhance the experience of humans who touch healthcare, introducing evidence-based communication skills training that redefined patient experience standards, novel metrics, best practice implementation, and research. Dr. Boissy's impact extends to fostering global dialogue as the prior co-chair of the Empathy and Innovation summit, the largest independent summit on patient experience in the world, and as Editor Emeritus of the Journal of Patient Experience. She is also a frequently sought speaker and accomplished author, known for her insightful publications on patient experience innovation, consumerism, telehealth, empathy, and burnout. With a strong academic foundation, earning her Doctor of Medicine from Penn State College of Medicine, a bachelor’s degree from Boston University, and a Master’s in Bioethics from Case Western Reserve University, Dr. Boissy embodies a holistic approach to healthcare. She has received prestigious grants from the National Multiple Sclerosis Society and the Arnold P. Gold Foundation, furthering her dedication to ethical and humanistic healthcare. Dr. Boissy's influence as a speaker and thought leader is evident in her TED talks and publications featured in renowned outlets, like The Wall Street Journal and Forbes, showcasing her relentless pursuit of improving the patient and provider experience on a global scale. Join us as we explore Dr. Adrienne Boissy’s multifaceted contributions to neurology, bioethics, and experience in healthcare. Welcome, Dr. Boissy!

Dr. Romeo is a global expert in surgical management for shoulder and elbow issues, with a patient-focused approach to reduce pain, restore function, and enhance quality of life. With over 450 publications and 2000 lectures, Dr. Romeo has significantly advanced the treatment of shoulder arthritis, rotator cuff tears, and more, showcasing his commitment to innovation on a global scale. As a double board-certified surgeon in Orthopedic Surgery and Sports Medicine, Dr. Romeo has been a cornerstone in Chicago's medical community for over 25 years, treating athletes from high school to the Olympics. Voted among the Best Doctors in America and consistently recognized as a Top Doctor, Dr. Romeo's commitment to patient care is evident through the prestigious Patient’s Choice Award. Currently serving at top-tier hospitals, Dr. Romeo actively contributes to Major League Baseball's Research Committee and the Big East Conference, while holding teaching positions at esteemed institutions. Dr. Romeo's dedication to research and technological advancements in shoulder surgery is shaping the future of orthopedics. His multifaceted contributions are evident in his memberships in various international, national, and regional professional societies.

Join us for a captivating discussion as Dr. Anthony A. Romeo shares insights into his transformative journey in orthopedics and the evolving landscape of healthcare. Don't miss this episode!