Over 3 million Americans rely on pacemakers, with 200,000 implanted each year. These small, battery-powered devices use electrical impulses to keep hearts beating at a steady rhythm. However, pacemaker technology is advancing rapidly and there are new, innovative options available. Join us as we discuss how dual chamber leadless pacemakers are tran…

You head to your provider’s office for a visit. Wouldn’t it be great if you could feel confident they had all of the pertinent information they needed for your visit? Join us as we discuss Clinipane, an innovative solution that brings essential patient information to the forefront during appointments. With the support of a Jump ARCHES grant, this n…

Fish skin, pig intestine, pig bladder, cow tendon and more – oh my! It’s not something out of Oz. These are things being used to save people from having limbs amputated. Join us as we discuss the work of an OSF HealthCare vascular surgeon to save patients from amputation through advanced regenerative reconstruction. He does it through procedures cu…

No one wants to face the journey of cancer, especially with the added fear of breast cancer for women. But for those at high risk, there's something that can help detect breast cancer earlier. Join us as we discuss the risk assessment program for breast health at OSF HealthCare. CancerIQ is a tool OSF uses to help identify patients at a high risk o…

Many people have ideas they believe can make an impact but don’t know where to start. Peoria, Illinois, has a new space to support making those ideas a reality. Join us as we discuss Distillery Labs, a startup hub dedicated to connecting people, ideas and resources to launch and grow new businesses. With a focus on innovation, inclusivity and commu…

77% of adults over the age of 50 prefer to age in place. Sometimes, that’s easier said than done, depending on where you live and the state of your health. Join us as we discuss a new program that helps older adults age at home. The state of Illinois and the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services have awarded OSF HealthCare a contract to be one…

When it comes to cancer, no one wants to waste time. Join us as we discuss the rapid intake system at the newly opened OSF HealthCare Cancer Institute. With the capacity to treat nearly 4,000 cancer patients a year, this process starts patients on their cancer care journey as quickly as possible with prompt diagnosis and treatment. Host Shelli Dank…

How do you get students excited about a career in health care? There are endless opportunities, but not every child has the chance to explore the possibilities. That’s where OSF STEAM comes in. The OSF STEAM program provides numerous opportunities for students to explore careers in science and health care. Join us as we discuss the OSF STEAM medica…

The goal and focus of every health care provider is to do what is best for patients, but implementing that best practice can sometimes be a challenge. Join us as we discuss the participation of OSF HealthCare in a national initiative with the Patient-Centered Outcomes Research Institute (PCORI) to accelerate and improve the implementation of resear…

OSF OnCall has been a leader in developing innovative digital care delivery models and recently had the opportunity to showcase its groundbreaking work on a national level. In early May, OSF OnCall and OSF Innovation represented OSF HealthCare at the American Telemedicine Association’s (ATA) national conference. OSF was invited to exhibit our innov…

If something as simple as a blood test could help lead you to find out you have cancer earlier – increasing your chances of survival, would you take it? Join us for a discussion on improving early lung cancer detection rates through a collaborative effort between OSF HealthCare, the OSF Cancer Institute and DELFI Diagnostics. It’s an important effo…

How many times have you thought to yourself, “I could fix that problem,” if only you were given the opportunity? Thanks to OSF Innovation, some nurses got a chance to do just that. Join host Shelli Dankoff along with Lori Wiegand, chief nursing officer for OSF HealthCare and Kip McCoy, vice president of the Innovation Studio for OSF HealthCare for …

The Sisters have always valued innovation. OSF HealthCare has a long-standing history of innovating in pediatric care, which continues today. Two of those innovators are Bill Albers, MD, a pioneering pediatric cardiologist and Tim Miller, MD, OSF HealthCare’s first neonatologist, who developed the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU). Both have writ…

The C word – Cancer. It’s something no one wants to hear. Navigating the journey can be exhausting for everyone involved, including those within the health system helping patients navigate their care. What if there was something that could help reduce the potential for burnout? Host Shelli Dankoff is joined by Dr. Jon Handler, clinical informaticis…

If you or a loved one was facing a critical medical procedure, you would want your physician to have the best information available for their decision-making, wouldn’t you? That’s where the Advanced Imaging and Modeling (AIM) Lab through OSF Innovation comes in. On this episode of the OSF HealthCare Accelerated podcast, we take a closer look at the…

This episode of OSF HealthCare Accelerated is real people discussing artificial intelligence, or AI. It’s increasingly prevalent in business and society, and we are hearing more and more about it when it comes to health care. Host Shelli Dankoff is joined by Dr. Tyler Fitch, director of Medical Informatics and Integration for OSF HealthCare and Dr.…

By definition… the word FAILURE means a lack of success. But is that REALLY always the case? On this episode of Health Accelerated it’s anything BUT a fear of failure! Kelly George, Vice President of Performance Improvement at OSF HealthCare and Devon Kelly, Manager of Performance Improvement at OSF, join host Shelli Dankoff talk about failure in h…

It’s that time of the year when it’s traditional to look back on the journey. The OSF HealthCare Media Relations has covered a wide range of topics throughout the year. On this episode of Health Accelerated, host Shelli Dankoff is joined by media relations coordinators Colleen Reynolds, Matt Sheehan, Tim Ditman, and Paul Arco for a year in review c…

It’s late in the day… you’re not feeling so hot, but the last thing you want to do is haul yourself to a clinic or Urgent Care to see a provider. Thanks to technology, you may not have to. On this episode of Health Accelerated, we explore a different kind of house call from a medical provider. Susan Wolf, Clinical Director of Digital Care for OSF O…

Launched in 2022, the OSF OnCall Digital Hospital, an innovative alternative to traditional hospital care for people with certain health conditions, allows you to receive hospital-level care from the comfort of your own home. This new model has been caring for patients for a year. Dr. Matthew Gorman, chief medical officer for OSF OnCall, and Meliss…

Healthcare simulations serve several purposes – education, assessment, research, and helping a health system do what’s best for patient safety. We are joined on this episode of Health Accelerated by Dr. Lisa Barker, Medical Director of Simulation and Ann Willemsen-Dunlap, Director of Educational Development at Jump Simulation & Education Center in …

When we think of being innovative in how we affect health care and what that means for patients, we often think about the means and the machines. But sometimes all of THAT requires an innovative philanthropic approach to make it happen. Tom Hammerton, President of the OSF HealthCare Foundation, and John Heller who, along with his wife Annette, esta…

You’ve seen the headlines: Millions of Americans are facing a mental health crisis - both adults and children. According to the National Alliance on Mental Illness, one in five adults experience mental illness each year. That number is one in six for children 6-17. On this episode of Health Accelerated, host Shelli Dankoff is joined by Dr. Samuel S…

A cancer or other life-threatening diagnosis is hard to take under any circumstance. Now imagine you are running out of treatment options, or have yet to find one that works. That’s where the OSF Breakthrough Treatment Center (BTC) comes in. On this episode of Health Accelerated, Shelli Dankoff is joined by Cosmo Smith, Origin managing partner and …

There are a variety of Venture capital groups around the world. In 2016 OSF Ventures was launched with a goal of becoming a leader in the world of health care system-sponsored venture investment programs. On this episode of Health Accelerated host Shelli Dankoff takes a deeper dive into OSF Ventures, the corporate investment arm of OSF HealthCare, …

Let's be honest. Does anyone really like going to the doctor? What if you have a chronic health condition and need to see your doctor more often than the average person? Now imagine getting the care you need from the comfort of your own home. "Now we're really bringing those technologies, using AI, using digital platforms, not just to replicate tra…

No one likes to think about the possibility that their heart might not work properly or would need some help. Imagine being told you need a heart transplant just to survive. Millions of American adults have heart failure leading to more than 8% of all heart disease deaths each year. "It occurs when the heart doesn't function properly. So what that …

This is part two of our look at the 10-year anniversary of the Jump Trading Simulation and Education Center in Peoria, Illinois – part of OSF HealthCare. In 2013, the Jump Simulation and Education Center – or Jump - was introduced as a space to dramatically improve outcomes and lower costs in health care. Since then, the building has become the hub…

In 2013, the Jump Trading Simulation and Education Center on the campus of OSF Saint Francis Medical Center in Peoria was introduced as a space to dramatically improve outcomes and lower costs in health care. Since then, the building has become the hub of OSF Innovation, where cross-functional teams converge and leverage their expertise to advance …

What makes a good leader? Is it someone who challenges the status quo or motivates others to do better? And how do you build leadership skills? "95% of the feedback you give is really positive. It's helping your team kind of see the future and see the vision and help them along that path. Less than 5% is actually what I would call that constructive…

If you’ve shopped in a department store of any kind you have probably seen a mannequin – that’s m-a-n-n-e-q-u-i-n. But our conversation on this episode of Health Accelerated is going to be about m-a-n-i-k-i-n-s… manikins used for training purposes that can sweat, bleed and react in a variety of ways to simulate real-life clinical scenarios. Joining…

Envision using AI in primary care to detect diabetic retinopathy, ultimately saving a patient’s sight, and, perhaps, their health. Learn how OSF HealthCare is expanding a recent pilot and implementing a new, innovative, service across its Ministry. Dr. Mark Meeker, Vice President of service line physician services for OSF HealthCare joins host Shel…

According to the CDC, 80% of maternal deaths between 2017 and 2019 were due to preventable causes. For some, simply getting the medical care they need to have a successful birth can be stressful. Join host Shelli Dankoff as she explores how OSF HealthCare is using remote patient monitoring to save lives. Joining her for the discussion are Kate John…

Sometimes in the world of innovative approaches to health care that make a significant impact it comes down to the simplest of things…like a conversation between a father and daughter. Join Shelli Dankoff for this episode of Health Accelerated, brought to you by OSF HealthCare, as she discusses an effort spearheaded by Chris Manson, Vice President …

Join the OSF HealthCare media relations team for a look back at some of the top stories of the year that highlight how OSF is an innovative – and compassionate – health care ministry.Von OSF HealthCare

It‘s not lions and tigers and bears (oh my!), but it IS sharks, lampreys and other sea creatures that the OSF Innovation team is using to equip children today with the STEAM skills they’ll need to be successful in the workplaces of tomorrow. Join host Shelli Dankoff as she discusses these fascinating and educational programs with Noël Adams and Sha…

For the most part, nobody likes the thought of having to spend time in the hospital. Through some innovative new approaches, Peoria, Illinois-based OSF HealthCare is looking at ways to keep people out of the hospital – while still providing services that are typically hospital-based. Join host Shelli Dankoff as she sits down with Dr. Matthew Gorman…

Being present, positive and patient can go a long way in helping your child deal with stress. Join host Shelli Dankoff as she and OSF HealthCare Clinical Child Psychologist Kyle Boerke talk about the signs and symptoms of childhood stress, new studies in the field and strategies parents can use. You might even learn something for yourself!…

The “brain” in the gut is revolutionizing our understanding of the links between digestion, mood, health and even the way we think. Join host Shelli Dankoff as she and OSF HealthCare gastroenterologist Dr. Omar Khokhar explore how the GI track essentially has a mind of its own.Von OSF HealthCare

Have you ever bumped your head and “seen stars?” There was a time when athletes would play through a suspected concussion, but that’s no longer the case, with increased attention to the long term effects of head injuries. Join host Shelli Dankoff as she and OSF HealthCare pediatrician Dr. Adam Cross discuss FlightPath, the new app they’re developin…

An escape room can be fun with friends. It’s also how to be on the cutting edge of innovation when it comes to health care training. Joining host Shelli Dankoff to talk about the benefits of escape room training is OSF HealthCare clinical educator Ashley Bruens.Von OSF HealthCare

Welcome to Health Accelerated by OSF HealthCare where we share innovative approaches for transforming health care. Connect with OSF HealthCare on social media and check your favorite podcast player for new episodes of Health Accelerated.Von OSF HealthCare