Taking The Supply Chain Pulse
St. Onge’s Healthcare Hall of Famer and industry icon, Fred Crans, chats with leaders from all areas of healthcare to discuss the issues of today's- threats, challenges and emerging trends and technologies in a lighthearted and engaging manner.
ENGINEERING A BETTER HEALTHCARE SYSTEM
We provide comprehensive planning and design services to develop world-class facilities and highly effective support services operations. Our capabilities in hospital supply chain consulting include applied industrial engineering, lean methodologies, systems thinking, and operations research to enable improved patient care and staff satisfaction. We are proud to have worked with over 100 hospitals, including 18 of the top 22 in the US, utilizing diverse design strategies, post-construction implementation, and change management.
Episodes
46 episodes
Strategic Sourcing and Innovation in Healthcare Supply Chains
This episode explores the integration of people, processes, and technology within the healthcare supply chain, with insights from George Godfrey of Baptist Health of South Florida. A proactive approach to staffing, financial pressures, and tech...
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Season 2
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Episode 12
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16:35
Unlocking Hospital Operations: Insights with Ted Rogalski on Strategic Leadership and Local Integration
We dive into the challenges and successes of critical access hospitals with Ted Rogalski, shedding light on their vital role in rural healthcare and the complexities of the supply chain in the industry. Ted shares insights into the operations, ...
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Season 2
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Episode 11
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25:46
Innovative Facility Strategies for Modern Healthcare Needs
The healthcare landscape is undergoing significant changes driven by labor shortages, technology integration, and the need for efficient operations. This episode emphasizes the importance of designing hospitals with adaptable systems that lever...
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Season 2
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Episode 10
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23:38
Navigating Healthcare's Complexities Through Innovation
Lisa Rogalski shares her transformative journey through the healthcare supply chain, highlighting the importance of mentorship, teamwork, and innovation in driving success. She discusses her transition from Genesis to Trinity Health and her foc...
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Season 2
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Episode 9
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31:28
Elevating Healthcare Supply Chains: Insights with Jane Pleasants on Strategic Collaborations and Global Missions
Jane Pleasants shares her inspiring journey from education to becoming a key leader in healthcare supply chain management. The episode discusses the challenges and opportunities within academic medical centers and highlights the importance of c...
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Season 2
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Episode 8
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35:59
Crisis-Proofing Healthcare Supply Chains: Insights with Steve Downey and Leanne Hester
Uncover the essential strategies for crisis-proofing your healthcare supply chain with insights from industry leaders. Join me, Fred Crans, as I sit down with Steve Downey of the Cleveland Clinic and Leanne Hester from Resilinc to explore the c...
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40:37
Bridging Generational Gaps in Healthcare Teams
Albert Nkansa shares valuable insights about the intricacies of healthcare supply chain management, emphasizing the vital need for proactive assessments and understanding generational dynamics within the workplace. He highlights the importance ...
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Season 2
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Episode 5
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40:42
Unraveling Healthcare Supply Chain Complexities: Insights with Dr. Eugene Schneller
Join us for an illuminating conversation with Dr. Eugene Schneller, a luminary in healthcare supply chain management, as we unravel the complexities of this often-overlooked sector. Dr. Schneller shares his fascinating journey from sociology to...
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Season 2
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Episode 4
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38:42
Exploring Pharmacy Compounding Regulations: Insights with Abby Roth and Sharone Wang
Abby Roth, the brilliant mind behind Pure Microbiology, joins us alongside our in-house pharmacy expert Sharone Wang to unravel the enigmatic world of pharmacy compounding regulations. Discover how their unique journeys and expertise illuminate...
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Season 2
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Episode 3
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35:54
Leadership and Legacy in Healthcare Transformation
Discover the transformative journey of Brent Johnson, the “retired” Vice President of Supply Chain at Intermountain Healthcare, as he shares his unexpected transition from the electric utility industry to revolutionizing healthcare supply chain...
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Season 2
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Episode 2
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36:29
Navigating Healthcare Supply Chain Success: Insights with Marisa Faribaugh
Join us as we welcome Marisa Farabaugh, the Senior Vice President and Chief Supply Chain Officer at Advent Health. Marisa's journey from studying industrial engineering at the University of Florida to leading supply chain operations at a major ...
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Season 2
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Episode 1
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37:55
Season 2 Kickoff--Fred Crans Reflects on Six Decades of Change
What happens when a would be history teacher's aspirations take an unexpected turn, leading him into the heart of the supply chain industry? Discover the journey of Fred Crans, a former Navy hospital corpsman during the Vietnam War, whose...
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Season 2
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Episode 1
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26:09
From Warehouses to Hospitals: Logistics Insights with Hue Roach- Part Two
In Part Two of our conversation, uncover the transformative journey of healthcare logistics with Hue Roach, a seasoned director at St. Onge Company, who brings 45 years of unmatched experience to our discussion. Discover the often unseen yet vi...
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Season 1
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Episode 34
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36:08
From Warehouses to Hospitals: Logistics Insights with Hue Roach- Part One
Join us for an enlightening conversation with Hue Roach, a distinguished veteran in healthcare logistics, who unpacks his 45-year journey from a material handling warehouse to his influential role as a director at St. Onge. Together, we navigat...
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Season 1
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Episode 33
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31:36
Transforming Patient Care Through Pharmacy Technology with Dr. Ghalib Abbasi
Join us as we sit down with Dr. Ghalib Abbasi, the visionary System Director of Pharmacy Informatics at Houston Methodist, and Sharone Wang, a pharmacy specialist from St Onge. Together, we explore the intricate field of pharmacy informatics, s...
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Season 1
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Episode 32
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37:26
Richard Bagley on Building Future Supply Chain Leaders
Discover the fascinating journey of Richard Bagley, VP of Supply Chain at UC Health, as he shares how his early experiences in the US Army laid the foundation for his influential role in healthcare supply chain management. Richard discusses the...
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Season 1
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Episode 31
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34:38
Building Authentic Relationships in Healthcare Supply Chain: Insights from Brent Petty
Discover the secrets behind successful relationship-building in the healthcare supply chain with insights from Brent Petty, a leading expert in the field. Brent shares his wisdom on the vital role of non-technical skills, such as people managem...
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Season 1
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Episode 30
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32:52
Collaborative Strategies in Healthcare Supply Chain Management by Aimee Watson
Join us as we uncover the often-overlooked yet vital role of supply chain and support services in healthcare facility design. Aimee emphasizes the necessity of early involvement, creativity, and collaboration to ensure hospitals remain adaptabl...
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Season 1
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Episode 29
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31:38
Navigating Healthcare Supply Chain Challenges: Insights from John Strong
Discover the intricate world of healthcare supply chain management in our enlightening conversation with John Strong, a leading expert. From his beginnings at Lutheran General Hospital to his significant roles at Premier and Consortia, John sha...
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Season 1
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Episode 28
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35:43
Innovative Approaches to Healthcare Facilities: Eddie Egea's Vision
Could drone technology be the key to revolutionizing hospital supply chains in disaster-prone areas? Join us for a compelling conversation with Eddie Egea, the VP of Regional Healthcare Market Sector at Leo A Daly, who shares his fascinating jo...
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Season 1
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Episode 27
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40:25
The Intersection of Nursing and Supply Chain: Lessons from Betty Jo Rocchio
What happens when the fields of nursing and supply chain management intersect? Join us for a great conversation with Betty Jo Rocchio, Senior Vice President and Chief Nurse Executive of Mercy Health in St. Louis, as she shares her experience at...
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Season 1
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Episode 26
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33:24
From Air Force to Healthcare: Dennis Mullins on Building Discipline and Leadership in Supply Chain Operations
Uncover the transformative journey of Dennis Mullins, Enterprise Vice President of Supply Chain Operations for Advocate Health, from his beginnings in the Air Force to a prominent role in healthcare supply chain management. Dennis shares how mi...
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32:21
Unlocking Healthcare Efficiency: Sherri Mason on Nursing, Supply Chain Integration, and The Impact of COVID-19
Unlock the secrets to transforming healthcare delivery as we sit down with Sherri Mason, an experienced nurse practitioner with an inspiring career that spans from paramedic to her significant contributions at Space Coast Volunteers in Medicine...
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Season 1
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Episode 24
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33:10
Revisiting the past to Frame the Future Through the Eyes of Industry Veteran Dennis Orthman
Join me and my longtime friend, Dennis Orthman as we learn from his experiences, beginning his journey in the basement of Boston City Hospital. Dennis shares insightful stories of managing Central Supply through manual systems, the significance...
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Season 1
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Episode 23
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43:13
Insights from Tom Redding on Evolving Healthcare Supply Chains
Join us for a conversation with Tom Redding, the Managing Director of Healthcare Supply Chain at St Onge. Discover how a mechanical engineering background and a passion for process efficiency transformed Tom from an aspiring race car designer i...
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Season 1
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Episode 22
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33:12