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  • The Best-Kept Secret in Senior Care? Adult Day Services Explained | Bill Zagorski, Centennial
    2026/06/12

    On this episode of The HealthCast, Phil Zappone sits down with Bill Zagorski, CEO of Centennial Adultcare Center, to explore one of healthcare's most overlooked solutions: adult day services. Bill shares his journey from scientific research into healthcare leadership and discusses how adult day programs improve quality of life for seniors while reducing caregiver burden. They explore person-centered care, aging in place, healthcare innovation, AI applications, and why adult day services may be the missing piece in addressing America's growing caregiver crisis.

    In This Episode, You'll Learn:
    How Bill transitioned from scientific research to healthcare leadership
    The origins and growth of Centennial Adultcare Center
    Why adult day services remain underutilized nationwide
    The impact of person-centered care on seniors and caregivers
    How transportation improves access to care
    The role of AI and technology in adult day healthcare
    Why caregiver support is critical to long-term health outcomes
    How therapeutic programming improves engagement and quality of life
    The future of value-based care and community-based healthcare

    Chapters
    00:00 Introduction & Meet Bill Zagorski
    00:35 From Scientific Research to Healthcare Leadership
    02:05 Early Lessons Running a Healthcare Business
    03:57 Why Person-Centered Care Matters
    04:19 Centennial's First VA Contract & Expanding Care for Veterans
    06:50 What a Typical Day at Centennial Looks Like
    08:46 Adult Day Services vs. In-Home Care
    09:54 Expanding from One Location to Three
    12:31 The Critical Role of Transportation in Healthcare Access
    13:49 What Makes Adult Day Services Successful?
    15:45 Why Adult Day Care Remains Underutilized
    21:06 The Biggest Challenge: Awareness
    23:40 Understanding Caregiver Burnout
    26:56 AI, Technology & Healthcare Innovation
    30:24 Growth Plans for Centennial Adultcare Center
    33:00 Measuring Outcomes Through Art, Music & Movement Therapy
    35:58 Advice for Families Considering Adult Day Services
    37:46 Where to Learn More About Centennial Adult Care Center
    39:19 Final Thoughts & Closing Remarks

    Episode Resources:
    Website | https://centennialadultcare.com
    LinkedIn | https://www.linkedin.com/in/william-zagorski-5a158a8/

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    #HealthCast #HealthcareInnovation #SeniorCare #AgingInPlace #CaregiverSupport #AdultDayServices #HealthcareLeadership #ValueBasedCare #HealthcareTechnology #AIinHealthcare #LongTermCare #SeniorHealth #HealthyAging #CaregiverBurnout #HealthcarePodcast #PatientCenteredCare #HealthcareBusiness #HealthTech #InnovationInHealthcare #AgingWell #CommunityCare #HealthcareTransformation #DementiaCare #AlzheimersCare #Caregiving #HealthcareEducation #MedicalInnovation #PodcastInterview #NXAIHealth #HealthcareFuture

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    40 分
  • How AI Is Predicting Preterm Births Before They Happen | Robert Bunn, Ultrasound AI
    2026/06/05

    What if doctors could predict pregnancy complications months before they happen?
    On this episode of The Healthcast, Phil Zappone sits down with Robert Bunn, Founder and CEO of Ultrasound AI, to discuss how a personal family experience led him to develop groundbreaking AI technology that is changing maternal healthcare.
    After leaving the oil industry, Robert set out to solve one of medicine's most challenging problems: predicting miscarriages and preterm births before they occur. Despite years of skepticism from clinicians, researchers, and investors, his team developed an AI system capable of analyzing routine ultrasound images to predict delivery timing and identify risks long before traditional methods.
    Now, following FDA De Novo approval, Ultrasound AI is poised to transform pregnancy care, helping clinicians move from reactive treatment to proactive intervention.

    In this episode, you'll learn:
    How AI can predict preterm births from ultrasound images
    The breakthrough discovery that changed everything
    The FDA approval journey and what it means for healthcare
    How predictive medicine could reshape patient care
    The future of AI-powered diagnostics and maternal health
    Lessons on perseverance, innovation, and building a healthcare startup
    Whether you're interested in healthcare innovation, artificial intelligence, entrepreneurship, or maternal health, this conversation offers a fascinating look at the future of medicine.

    Chapters
    00:17 Introduction to Robert Bunn & Ultrasound AI
    00:53 The Personal Story Behind Ultrasound AI
    03:37 Building AI to Predict Preterm Births
    06:25 The Breakthrough Discovery
    07:22 Understanding the AI Experiment
    11:51 What Ultrasound AI Actually Analyzes
    14:38 FDA De Novo Approval Explained
    15:59 Life After FDA Approval
    18:26 Perseverance Through Setbacks
    19:47 The Mission Behind the Technology
    21:00 Scaling a Healthcare AI Company
    23:28 Real-World Adoption & Global Expansion
    24:39 Beyond Pregnancy: Future Applications of AI
    25:51 Growth, Funding & IPO Plans
    27:46 The Vision for Predictive Medicine
    28:45 Where to Learn More About Ultrasound AI

    Episode Resources:
    Website | https://ultrasound.ai
    LinkedIn | https://www.linkedin.com/in/robertbunn/

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    Website | https://nxaihealth.com/
    LinkedIn | https://www.linkedin.com/in/phil-zappone-647957379/

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    #Healthcare #ArtificialIntelligence #MaternalHealth #Pregnancy #UltrasoundAI #HealthTech #MedicalInnovation #TheHealthCast #NXAIHealth #FDAApproval

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    29 分
  • What Happens When Healthcare Stops Treating You Like Fast Food? | Dr. Anthony Evans, Align for Life
    2026/05/28

    Today's guest is Dr. Anthony Evans, founder of Align for Life. He shares his journey from childhood fascination with anatomy to founding Align for Life, emphasizing root cause health solutions, patient empowerment, and the need for systemic reform in healthcare. Discover insights on personalized care, the pitfalls of symptom management, and the future of integrative health.

    Key Topics
    Root cause health solutions
    Patient empowerment and education
    Systemic issues in healthcare and reform
    Integrative and functional medicine approaches

    Chapters
    01:52 Values and Purpose in Patient Care
    04:47 Evolution of Practice: From Chiropractic to Functional Medicine
    07:28 Empowering Patients: Education and Long-term Health
    09:46 Critique of Traditional Healthcare Models
    12:40 Navigating the Healthcare Landscape
    15:30 Collaboration in Healthcare: Bridging Gaps
    18:02 Transformative Outcomes in Patient Health
    22:38 Overcoming Health Obstacles for Family Planning
    24:28 The Pursuit of Peak Health and Longevity
    26:07 Challenges in Integrative Health Practices
    27:46 The Importance of Mental Health in Wellness
    30:41 Behavior Modification and Patient Responsibility
    32:20 Future Opportunities in Healthcare
    33:32 Defining Success in Health Practices
    34:50 Expanding Healthcare Access and Technology

    Episode Resources:
    Website | https://alignforlife.com
    LinkedIn | https://www.linkedin.com/in/anthony-evans-40807b69/

    Check out what I do helping small businesses here:
    Website | https://nxaihealth.com/
    LinkedIn | https://www.linkedin.com/in/phil-zappone-647957379/

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    #functionalmedicine #personalizedmedicine #rootcausecare #patientcare #integrativemedicine #chronicillness #healthspan #biohacking #medicalsystem

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    36 分
  • Why Adult Day Centers Are More Critical Than Ever | Tia Sauceda, NADSA
    2026/05/27

    In this insightful interview, Tia Sauceda, Executive Director of the National Adult Day Services Association, shares her journey, the importance of community-based care, and the evolving role of adult day services in aging and healthcare. Discover how innovative approaches and policy advocacy are transforming patient outcomes and supporting caregivers.

    Key Topics
    The evolution of adult day services and their impact on aging
    The role of NADSA in advocacy and education
    Personal stories shaping community-based care
    The importance of social connection and purpose in aging
    Operational challenges in adult day services, including staffing and reimbursement
    The integration of technology and innovation in aging care
    The significance of proactive planning for aging and caregiving

    Chapters
    03:06 Tia Sauceda's Journey in Adult Day Services
    04:21 Understanding NADSA and Its Role
    05:23 Personal Connections to Community-Based Care
    07:32 Evolving Perspectives on Patient Outcomes
    10:38 The Value of Adult Day Services
    13:54 Current Challenges in Adult Day Services
    16:07 Bridging Gaps in Healthcare Services
    17:28 Misconceptions About Adult Day Services
    19:40 Innovations in Aging Services
    20:36 The Importance of Integrated Care Models
    22:40 The Impact of Aging Population on Services
    24:44 Mission and Purpose in Adult Day Services

    Episode Resources:
    Website | https://nadsa.org
    LinkedIn | https://www.linkedin.com/in/tia-sauceda-91b3bb67/

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    Website | https://nxaihealth.com/
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    #Adultdayservices #communitycare #aging #healthcareinnovation #caregiversupport #patientoutcomes #medicaidexpansion #aginginplace #healthcarepolicy

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    28 分
  • Why Emergency Rooms Are Failing Behavioral Health Patients | Omar Ziyadeh & Ted Bernstein, Revive
    2026/05/14

    Behavioral health patients often face the longest wait times, overcrowded emergency departments, and limited access to psychiatric specialists. In this episode of The HealthCast, Phil Zappone sits down with Omar Ziyadeh and Ted Bernstein of Revive Telehealth to discuss how telehealth is transforming behavioral healthcare delivery for hospitals and emergency departments nationwide.
    They break down the operational challenges hospitals face, the growing shortage of psychiatrists, and how Revive Telehealth’s on-demand consultation model helps improve patient outcomes while reducing unnecessary admissions and healthcare costs.
    From healthcare operations and finance to AI, telehealth growth, and the future of behavioral health delivery, this conversation explores where healthcare is headed next.

    In this episode, you’ll learn:
    - Why behavioral health patients struggle in emergency departments
    - How telehealth improves psychiatric care access and efficiency
    - The operational challenges of scaling 24/7 healthcare services
    - Why hospitals are adopting on-demand behavioral health consults
    - How AI supports but doesn’t replace human-centered care
    - The future of telehealth and behavioral healthcare delivery

    Timestamps
    00:00 – Introduction to Revive Telehealth
    00:19 – Omar Ziyadeh ’s healthcare journey
    02:00 – Ted Bernstein’s background in healthcare finance & law
    04:15 – The behavioral health crisis in emergency departments
    06:10 – Why telehealth became essential for behavioral healthcare
    09:00 – How Revive Telehealth works inside hospitals
    12:20 – The biggest operational challenges in scaling telehealth
    15:05 – Measuring ROI and patient impact in behavioral health
    18:10 – Avoiding unnecessary psychiatric admissions
    21:15 – How hospitals use behavioral health consultations
    24:05 – Human-centered care vs AI-driven healthcare
    27:10 – The future of telehealth and behavioral health services
    31:00 – Expansion plans and healthcare growth strategy

    Episode Resources:
    Website | https://revivetelehealth.com
    LinkedIn | https://www.linkedin.com/in/omar-ziyadeh/
    LinkedIn | https://www.linkedin.com/in/theodore-ted-bernstein-jd-mba-mph-5b7ba02b/

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    Website | https://nxaihealth.com/
    LinkedIn | https://www.linkedin.com/in/phil-zappone-647957379/

    #BehavioralHealth #Telehealth #MentalHealth #HealthcareInnovation #DigitalHealth #Psychiatry #EmergencyMedicine #AIinHealthcare #HealthcareTechnology #Telemedicine

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    25 分
  • What if Allergy Care was Smarter, Faster, and More Personalized? | Loren Isakson, North Star Allergy
    2026/05/14

    On this episode of The Healthcast, we sit down with Dr. Loren Isakson, founder of North Star Allergy, Asthma & Immunology, to discuss the future of allergy and immunology care, healthcare innovation, AI-powered workflows, and patient-centered medicine.
    Dr. Isakson shares his journey from scientific research into clinical practice, how military leadership influenced his approach to healthcare operations, and how emerging technologies are transforming both patient experience and medical efficiency.

    In This Episode, You'll Learn:
    - How a multidisciplinary background improves patient care
    - The role of AI in documentation, prior authorizations, and patient education
    - Innovations in allergy immunotherapy and shortened treatment timelines
    - Why collaboration between independent practices matters
    - The challenges and rewards of building a modern medical practice
    - Leadership lessons from military culture and entrepreneurship
    - The future of clinical trials, partnerships, and advanced allergy treatments

    Timestamps:
    00:00 – Introduction to Dr. Loren Isakson
    02:21 – From scientific research to clinical medicine
    04:16 – Military leadership lessons applied to healthcare
    05:41 – Using technology to improve the patient journey
    07:05 – AI tools for documentation and patient education
    08:02 – Innovations in allergy immunotherapy
    09:02 – Challenges of owning a specialized medical practice
    10:24 – Clinical trials, partnerships, and future expansion
    11:48 – Collaboration in modern healthcare
    12:48 – Work-life balance, leadership, and long-term goals
    14:11 – Building a social media presence for patient education
    15:38 – Misconceptions around allergy testing and sensitivities
    16:06 – How to connect with North Star Allergy

    Episode Resources:
    Website | https://northstarallergy.com
    LinkedIn | https://www.linkedin.com/in/lorenisakson/

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    Website | https://nxaihealth.com/
    LinkedIn | https://www.linkedin.com/in/phil-zappone-647957379/

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    #Allergy #Immunology #HealthcareInnovation #AIinHealthcare #PatientCare #DigitalHealth #MedicalTechnology #AllergyTreatment #HealthcareLeadership #TheHealthCast

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    17 分
  • What if the Future of Medicine Didn't Involve Drugs? | Dr. Lisa Piper and Wendy Cohn-Osborne, CODE
    2026/05/09

    What if healing wasn’t about suppressing symptoms — but restoring balance through frequency, energy, and cellular signaling?
    In this episode of The Healthcast, Phil Zappone sits down with Dr. Lisa Piper and Wendy Cohn-Osborne, founders of Code Health, to discuss the growing world of bioenergetic therapeutics, conscious medicine, and non-toxic alternatives to traditional pharmaceuticals. From COVID recovery stories to the science behind resonance, frequency medicine, and cellular communication, this conversation explores how energy, consciousness, and modern health are beginning to intersect.

    Dr. Lisa Piper shares her journey from hairstylist to natural medicine practitioner after a life-changing experience with resonant molecular signaling during the pandemic. Wendy Cohn-Osborne explains how her background in energy medicine, consciousness studies, and healing modalities helped shape Code Health’s mission to empower people to take ownership of their health naturally.

    The conversation dives into:
    - The shift from chemical medicine to frequency and conscious medicine
    - How bioenergetic signaling works with the body’s innate intelligence
    - Why stress, environment, and frequencies impact health
    - The philosophy behind Code Health’s non-toxic wellness formulas
    - The role of resonance, homeostasis, and cellular communication
    - Natural support for sleep, stress, immunity, inflammation, recovery, and more
    - The future of healthcare, consciousness, and personal wellness

    Chapters
    00:17 — Meet the Founders of Code Health
    01:17 — How Frequency Medicine Helped Save Lisa’s Life During COVID
    02:10 — Wendy’s Journey Into Energy Healing & Consciousness
    04:02 — The Shift From Pharmaceutical Medicine to Frequency Medicine
    05:29 — Why More People Are Searching for Alternative Healing Solutions
    06:27 — How Their Formulas Work Through Cellular Signaling Instead of Symptom Suppression
    07:25 — Chronic Stress, Nervous System Health & Their “Calm” Formula
    08:21 — The Story Behind Their Antiviral Protocol & COVID Recovery
    09:45 — How Resonance & Cellular Communication Restore Balance in the Body
    12:29 — The Cell Phone Signal Analogy That Explains Human Health
    13:28 — Their Most Popular Formulas for Sleep, Immunity, Pain & Recovery
    16:11 — Products Designed for Stress, Performance, Aging & Wellness Support
    21:06 — Their Mission to Empower People Through Frequency Medicine
    22:03 — How Wi-Fi, Frequencies & Environment May Impact Health
    25:24 — The Future of Code Health & Expanding Frequency-Based Healing
    27:15 — Why They Believe the Future of Medicine Is Frequencies & Consciousness
    27:45 — Their Upcoming Book & Documentary Projects
    30:13 — Where to Learn More About Code Health

    Episode Resources:
    Website | www.codehealth.com](http://www.codehealth.com
    LinkedIn | https://www.linkedin.com/company/codehealthshop/
    Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/codehealthshop/

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    LinkedIn | https://www.linkedin.com/in/phil-zappone-647957379/

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    32 分
  • Why this "Outdated" Healthcare Model is Making a Comeback | Dmitriy Grinberg, Doctor2me
    2026/05/07

    In this episode, Dmitriy Grinberg, CEO of Doctor2me, discusses innovative in-home healthcare solutions, the impact of insurance regulations, and how direct doctor-patient transactions can improve patient outcomes and healthcare efficiency.

    You will learn in this podcast:
    - The origin and mission of Doctor2me
    - Challenges with insurance and healthcare access
    - The economic and logistical benefits of in-home doctor visits
    - Impact on patient outcomes and healthcare efficiency

    Chapters
    03:03 The Evolution of Home Visits in Medicine
    06:26 Challenges in Healthcare and Insurance Navigation
    09:11 Doctor2me's Mission and Patient Experiences
    12:05 Common Health Issues Addressed by Doctor2me
    15:13 The Future of Doctor2me and Healthcare Trends
    18:07 Improving Patient Outcomes Through Accessibility
    20:56 Legacy and Vision for Doctor2me

    Episode Resources:
    Website | https://www.doctor2me.com
    LinkedIn | https://www.linkedin.com/in/dmitriy-grinberg-85850513/

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    Website | https://nxaihealth.com/
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    #homehealthcare #directhealthcare #healthcareinnovation #insurance #patientcare #patientexperience #telehealth #healthcareprofessional

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    23 分