Re-Assessing the Challenging Future of Chicago’s Medical Safety Net Summit, LIVE Edition
In this first episode of the HC3 podcast in 2025, listeners are drawn into one of Chicago’s most urgent health care conversations. Meghan Phillipp, Executive Director of HC3 and VP of Community Impact at Third Horizon, shares opening remarks and welcomes Illinois State Representative Lindsey LaPointe. Representative LaPointe vividly depicts the crisis, emphasizing the state’s commitment to supporting safety net providers while warning of the threats to equitable healthcare access.The heart of the episode is the keynote address from David Smith, Founder and CEO of Third Horizon and Co-Founder of HC3. In "Navigating the Challenging Future of Chicago’s Medical Safety Net," he merges data-driven insights with a bold vision, outlining collaborative strategies for resilience and a sustainable health care future.The conversation intensifies with a robust panel discussion, "Building Resilience and Driving Change for Chicago's Medical Safety Net," where Brenda Battle of UChicago Medicine, Dr. James Brooks of Lawndale Christian Health Center, Rushil Desai of Aetna Better Health of Illinois, and Mark Ishaug of Thresholds engage in a thought-provoking exchange. Moderated by David Smith, the dialogue delves into solutions to systemic barriers and pathways to equitable, sustainable care.The episode concludes with a resounding call to action, urging listeners to join the movement. Securing the future of Chicago’s medical safety net is not a solitary endeavor—it is a shared mission that demands collective commitment and urgency.Beyond a "Call To Action": A digital copy of the 1-pager distributed at the summit and referenced during the keynote is available here.---Follow HC3 on Socials: LinkedIn HereHC3 Playlist via Third Horizon YouTube HereThis episode of the HC3 podcast is brought to you by Third Horizon. HC3 is administratively and strategically managed as an initiative of Third Horizon Strategies. Third Horizon is a Chicago-based but nationally present boutique advisory firm focused on shaping the future state of health care. www.thirdhorizon.coFollow Third Horizon on SocialsLinkedIn HereTik Tok HereYouTube HereFor more information about events and other updates on the work of HC3, visit www.HC3.Health. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Part 2: Reflecting Back, Looking Ahead: Navigating the Coming Healthcare Revolution, LIVE Edition
Part 2: Fireside Chat on "The Coming Healthcare Revolution"David Smith engages in an insightful conversation with author David Johnson about his new book, The Coming Healthcare Revolution. Johnson explores how market pressures and technological advancements are driving unprecedented transformation in health care. The discussion draws historical parallels to current challenges, highlights recent events signaling public frustration, and examines the roles of government, markets, and innovation in shaping a more sustainable, patient-centered future. Johnson's vision offers both a critical analysis of the industry's state and an optimistic roadmap for meaningful reform.This two-part conversation, recorded live in Chicago on December 10, delivers a comprehensive exploration of health care's present and future, featuring diverse perspectives and actionable insights tailored for health care professionals, policymakers, and innovators. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Part 1: Reflecting Back, Looking Ahead: Navigating the Coming Healthcare Revolution, LIVE Edition
Part 1: Panel Discussion on Healthcare's Critical Challenges and OpportunitiesHealth News Illinois reporter Ryan Voyles moderates a dynamic panel featuring health care leaders Dave Gomel (CEO, Rosecrance Network), Carolyn Metnick (Partner, Sheppard Mullin), Esther Macchione (Co-founder, Prestige Health), and Jordan Powell (Senior VP, Illinois Health and Hospital Association). The panel dives into key topics shaping health care in 2024, including evolving payment models, workforce strategies, AI technology integration, and advancing health equity. Together, they address systemic challenges and share innovative solutions for sustainable health care delivery, emphasizing the importance of collaboration, innovation, and equity.This two-part conversation, recorded live in Chicago on December 10, delivers a comprehensive exploration of health care's present and future, featuring diverse perspectives and actionable insights tailored for health care professionals, policymakers, and innovators. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Transforming Behavioral Health Care Access Across Cook County with Dr. Thomas Nutter, Chief Behavioral Health Officer, Cook County Health
In this episode of the HC3 podcast, Dr. Thomas Nutter, Chief Behavioral Health Officer at Cook County Health, discusses the organization's ambitious efforts to transform behavioral health care access across Cook County. Drawing from over 20 years of experience, including leadership roles at Hines VA, Dr. Nutter shares how Cook County Health is addressing critical challenges in mental health and substance use treatment through innovative programs and community partnerships. The conversation explores Cook County Health's new Office of Behavioral Health and its dual mission of improving internal services while strengthening the county's entire behavioral health ecosystem. Dr. Nutter details significant initiatives, including the distribution of $44 million in community grants, the investment in lifesaving Narcan vending machines, and the development of a county-wide behavioral health strategic plan. He emphasizes how recent community summits brought together hundreds of local stakeholders and highlighted key priorities around workforce development, access to care, and reducing stigma. Dr. Nutter shares insights on addressing the behavioral health workforce crisis, including plans for a "learn and earn" fund to support new professionals entering the field. He also discusses the critical role of community partnerships and the importance of meeting people where they are, particularly in addressing the opioid crisis and expanding access to life-saving interventions. Dr. Thomas Nutter joined Cook County Health as Chief Behavioral Health Officer in August 2023. Prior to this role, he served as Chief of Mental Health at Hines VA for seven years, where he gained extensive experience in administrative psychiatry and health care system transformation. A board-certified psychiatrist, Dr. Nutter has dedicated his career to improving behavioral health services and expanding access to care. Follow HC3 on LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/hc3 This episode of the HC3 podcast is brought to you by Third Horizon. HC3 is administratively and strategically managed as an initiative of Third Horizon. Third Horizon is a Chicago-based but nationally present boutique advisory firm focused on shaping the future state of health care. thirdhorizon.co Follow Third Horizon Strategies on LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/3rdhorizon For more information about live events, webinars, and other updates on the work of HC3, visit www.HC3.Health. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Building Community Wealth: Collaborative Efforts to Enhance Health and Economic Vitality in Chicago's Neighborhoods
In this episode of the HC3 podcast, Andrea Sáenz, President and CEO of the Chicago Community Trust, and Andraya Yousfi, Chief of Partnerships and Development at By the Hand Club for Kids, discuss innovative partnerships reshaping Chicago's communities and addressing the racial wealth gap. The Chicago Community Trust, drawing on its century-long history of community support, shares insights from their recent "Color of Wealth in Chicago" study and discusses how initiatives like We Rise Together support community-led development projects across Chicago. While By the Hand Club for Kids outlines their holistic approach to youth development, combining education, nutrition, health care, and family support services. The pair also detail the inspiring story of the North Austin Center, a 10-acre sports campus that has transformed a long-vacant brownfield into a vibrant community hub and how their personal journeys have shaped their commitment to community development. Andrea Sáenz's immigrant background informs her approach to addressing wealth disparities, while Andraya Yousfi's two-decade journey from volunteer to leadership at By the Hand Club for Kids demonstrates the power of sustained community engagement. Follow HC3 on LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/hc3 This episode of the HC3 podcast is brought to you by Third Horizon. HC3 is administratively and strategically managed as an initiative of Third Horizon Strategies. Third Horizon is a Chicago-based but nationally present boutique advisory firm focused on shaping the future state of health care. www.ThirdHorizon.co Follow Third Horizon Strategies on LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/3rdhorizon YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCxRuhTIL2IIB5XxdaQ6AT8g Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@3rdhorizon For more information about live events, webinars, and other updates on the work of HC3, visit www.HC3.Health. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
The Health Care Council of Chicago’s (HC3) core purpose is to harness the collective intelligence and resources of Chicago’s health leaders and stakeholders to drive meaningful change and positively influence the conditions that impact the health of the city’s communities. In March 2023, HC3 is proud to launch a podcast series exploring how we leverage our resources to catalyze sustainable, durable health care solutions that help achieve health equity in Chicago and beyond.Led by David Smith, co-founder of HC3, Founder and CEO of Third Horizon Strategies (THS), and host of the Cost of Care Podcast, alongside Meghan Phillipp, Executive Director of HC3 and VP of Community Impact at THS, the HC3 Podcast will feature business leaders, health care providers, community members, and political advocates that are breaking down barriers, challenging the status quo and thinking differently to advance sustainable solutions and opportunities that build and support healthier communities. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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