The Beacon: Advocate Health's People-Based Approach to Wellness (#455)

The Beacon: Advocate Health's People-Based Approach to Wellness (#455)

Author: Shift Forward Health September 23, 2025 Duration: 22:54

Dr. J. Nwando Olayiwola is President of the Advocate Health National Center for Clinical & Community Impact, and earlier this year was named President of The Beacon, a new health and wellness center being built in Milwaukee. Dr. O will inspire you with her vision for bringing clinical care together with other services that aren’t always included in the equation to address physical, mental, and social wellness. 

All that, plus the Flava of the Week about how states can apply for their share of CMS’ $50B Rural Health Transformation Program. What are the funds for, and why can this being considered a major turning point for 60 million Americans? 

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For eight years running, Healthcare Rap has carved out a unique and essential space in the audio landscape, consistently ranking among the world's most-listened podcasts. Hosts Jared Johnson and Zain Ismail, from Shift Forward Health, steer conversations that fundamentally shift the perspective on health from a system-focused model to one built around the individual's experience. Each episode digs into the practical innovations and emerging strategies that are finally bridging the long-standing divide between reactive sick care and proactive, preventive well-being. You'll hear from the founders, executives, and thinkers who are actively redesigning what healthcare can be, moving it beyond clinic walls and into daily life. This isn't theoretical discussion; it's a frontline report on the business of health, fitness, and consumer empowerment. The longevity of this podcast-hitting 500 episodes-is a testament to its relevance, offering healthcare leaders and curious listeners alike a sustained look at the evolving playbook for a more human-centered system. Tune in for candid analysis and stories that put the consumer's point of view at the very center of the health conversation.
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