Sg2 Perspectives

Designing for Better Decisions

How does organizational design influence performance and care consistency across a health system? In this episode, our host Jayme Zage, PhD, is joined by Erika Johnson, Victoria Beale, and Vern Herbener from the Vizient Research Institute about their latest study exploring decision-making structures in multi-hospital systems. The team shares surprising findings about centralization, stakeholder involvement, and alignment gaps between leaders. They also discuss how systems can rethink governance and structure not just to simplify org charts, but to support strategic goals and deliver more consistent, high-quality care across sites.

 

We are always excited to get ideas and feedback from our listeners. You can reach us at sg2perspectives@sg2.com, or visit the Sg2 company page on LinkedIn.

Strategy in 2025

Our host Trevor DaRin is joined by Sg2 Principals Brian Esser and Rebecca Limestall as they share insights from their recent discussions with health systems, covering financial stability, strategic growth, and the evolving role of systemness. They also explore how organizations are shifting from reactive problem-solving to proactive transformation by challenging old assumptions, embracing change management, and preparing for the years ahead.

 

We are always excited to get ideas and feedback from our listeners. You can reach us at sg2perspectives@sg2.com, or visit the Sg2 company page on LinkedIn.

Silver Tsunami: Rethinking Senior Care

The aging population is growing and it's not slowing down anytime soon. Sg2 Senior Directors Tori Richie and Tony Guth join our host Jayme Zage, PhD, to explore the long-term impact of the "silver tsunami," why strategic segmentation is key, and how health systems can adapt to better serve seniors today and in the decades ahead.

 

We are always excited to get ideas and feedback from our listeners. You can reach us at sg2perspectives@sg2.com, or visit the Sg2 company page on LinkedIn.

Strategic Plans That Actually Work

Too many strategic plans end up as static documents that don't drive real decisions. Sg2 Experts Principal Rebecca Limestall and Senior Director Janelle Kwan join our host Trevor DaRin to explore why plans fail, how to make them actionable, and the key distinction between differentiation vs. prioritization in strategy. Learn how health care organizations can rethink their approach to planning for a more agile, effective future.

 

We are always excited to get ideas and feedback from our listeners. You can reach us at sg2perspectives@sg2.com, or visit the Sg2 company page on LinkedIn.

AMC CEOs: Strategy, Risk & the Road Ahead

What’s keeping academic medical center CEOs up at night—and what opportunities are they chasing? Sg2 Experts Senior Principal Bill Woodson and Associate Principal Justin Cassidy, PhD,  join our host Jayme Zage, PhD, to unpack insights from top AMC leaders, covering ambulatory strategy, system integration, financial pressures, and the evolving role of AI.

 

We are always excited to get ideas and feedback from our listeners. You can reach us at sg2perspectives@sg2.com, or visit the Sg2 company page on LinkedIn.

AI Scribes: Hype vs. Reality

AI scribes are one of the hottest digital health innovations, promising to ease clinician burden and reduce burnout. But do they truly deliver? Sg2’s Senior Director Andrew Rebhan joins host Trevor DaRin to break down real-world adoption, early results, and whether AI documentation tools are living up to expectations—or hitting a ceiling.

 

We are always excited to get ideas and feedback from our listeners. You can reach us at sg2perspectives@sg2.com, or visit the Sg2 company page on LinkedIn.

Health Care's 3-Year Horizon

In this episode of Sg2 Perspectives, host Trevor DaRin is joined by Sg2 Principals Brianna Motley, Rebecca Limestall, and Brian Esser to explore key themes from Sg2's Health Care's 3-Year Horizon webinar. They discuss three major areas shaping the industry - defining value beyond value-based care, integrating health to meet evolving consumer needs, and rethinking strategies for an aging population.

 

We are always excited to get ideas and feedback from our listeners. You can reach us at sg2perspectives@sg2.com, or visit the Sg2 company page on LinkedIn.

Getting the Most Out of Innovation

In this episode of Sg2 Perspectives, our host Jayme Zage, PhD, is joined by Walter Holbein and Matt Sondreaal to discuss how clinical innovation in abdominal aortic aneurysm (AAA) care can enhance health system performance. They explore the value of screening, the importance of training care teams, and how minimally invasive procedures are transforming patient outcomes.

To see the findings of the study discussed in this episode, check out the whitepaper. 

 

We are always excited to get ideas and feedback from our listeners. You can reach us at sg2perspectives@sg2.com, or visit the Sg2 company page on LinkedIn.

Insurance Coverage Forecast

In this episode of Sg2 Perspectives, explore the trends reshaping insurance coverage with our host Trevor DaRin and Sg2 Principal Brian Esser and Senior Director Tori Richie as they dive into the challenges and opportunities ahead. From shifting payer patterns to the rise of high-deductible plans, this episode unpacks the evolving dynamics that health systems must navigate to stay ahead.

 

We are always excited to get ideas and feedback from our listeners. You can reach us at sg2perspectives@sg2.com, or visit the Sg2 company page on LinkedIn.

ASCs: Challenges and Opportunities

In this episode of Sg2 Perspectives, Sg2 experts Director Donnelle Jageman and Senior Director Tony Guth join our host Tori Richie as they dive into the evolving world of ambulatory surgery centers (ASCs). They explore trends shaping the ASC landscape, key factors influencing market adoption, and strategies for health systems to stay competitive in this rapidly growing space.

 

We are always excited to get ideas and feedback from our listeners. You can reach us at sg2perspectives@sg2.com, or visit the Sg2 company page on LinkedIn.

Data-Driven Health Strategies

In this episode of Sg2 Perspectives, host Jayme Zage, PhD, is joined by Sg2 Principal Brianna Motley and Vice President Catherine Maji to discuss the groundbreaking Data on the Edge series. They explore how combining utilization, clinical, operational, and cost data reveals surprising insights into health system performance and highlights actionable strategies for improvement. From emergency department trends to outpatient market share and equity in surgical care, this conversation is packed with valuable takeaways for health care leaders.

 

We are always excited to get ideas and feedback from our listeners. You can reach us at sg2perspectives@sg2.com, or visit the Sg2 company page on LinkedIn.

Transforming Cancer Care Delivery

Cancer care is evolving rapidly, presenting both opportunities and challenges for health systems. In this episode, Sg2 Senior Consultant Setu Shah, and Kaufman Hall SVP Melissa Threlkeld, FACHE and VP Ryan Hallenbeck, join host Tori Richie to explore strategies for planning and expanding cancer service lines. From addressing workforce shortages to improving survivorship care and embracing innovative care models, the conversation highlights how organizations can meet rising demand while keeping patients at the center.

 

We are always excited to get ideas and feedback from our listeners. You can reach us at sg2perspectives@sg2.com, or visit the Sg2 company page on LinkedIn.

 

Bill Woodson Breaks Down 2024's Top Trends

This week on Sg2 Perspectives, Sg2 Senior Principal Bill Woodson joins our hosts Trevor DaRin, Jayme Zage, PhD, and Tori Richie to reflect on the top 10 trends that shaped health care in 2024. From the rapid integration of AI to shifting economic strategies, innovative partnerships, and the rise of ambulatory-first care, this year-end review highlights the shifts and strategies health care systems are embracing to navigate 2025 and beyond. 

 

We are always excited to get ideas and feedback from our listeners. You can reach us at sg2perspectives@sg2.com, or visit the Sg2 company page on LinkedIn.

Pediatric Medicine’s Pivotal Moments

This week on Sg2 Perspectives, tune in for highlights from the Sg2 Children's Hospital Summit. Associate Principal Rhae Ana Gamber and Consultant Dionne Dela Cruz share key insights from the meeting, including transformative advancements in pediatric medicine, children’s hospital expansion and partnership trends, and strategies for driving growth and enhancing systemness. Hear how children's hospitals are adapting to transform care and build a brighter, patient-centered future. 

 

We are always excited to get ideas and feedback from our listeners. You can reach us at sg2perspectives@sg2.com, or visit the Sg2 company page on LinkedIn.

Building Health Care's Future

This week on Sg2 Perspectives, join host Trevor DaRin as he speaks with Mark Bultman and Andrew Zimmer, principals from HGA’s health care team, about how architecture and strategy intersect to meet the unique demands of patients, staff and communities. From high-growth markets to innovative ambulatory centers, they explore the shifting priorities and design strategies helping health care organizations navigate challenges and opportunities in an evolving landscape. 

 

We are always excited to get ideas and feedback from our listeners. You can reach us at sg2perspectives@sg2.com, or visit the Sg2 company page on LinkedIn.