In this episode of the Next Orbit Podcast, host Ben Wade is again joined by clinical pharmacists Shelly Fortner and Sing Ping Chow, specialists in managing complex pain syndromes, for an in-depth discussion on opioid prescribing and patient safety in today’s healthcare landscape.

Through four real-world patient cases, the conversation explores how clinicians use Prescription Drug Monitoring Programs (PDMPs) to guide safer, more effective pain management decisions. The episode breaks down best practices around opioid prescribing, urine drug screening, and the importance of transparent, non-judgmental communication with patients.

The pharmacists also address common misconceptions surrounding opioid use in patients receiving Suboxone or methadone, offering practical guidance for managing pain across inpatient and outpatient settings. This discussion provides clinicians with actionable insights rooted in evidence, empathy, and clinical experience.

Whether you’re a pharmacist, physician, nurse, or healthcare professional navigating pain management, this episode delivers thoughtful perspectives on balancing relief, safety, and patient trust.

#PainManagement #OpioidSafety #PDMP #ClinicalPharmacy #healthcareleadership

Timestamps -

00:00 Introduction and Welcome

01:14 Meet the Guests: Pain Management Experts

02:35 Case Study 1: Latasha Salazar's Hip Replacement

06:09 Case Study 2: Luke Sadler's Metastatic Cancer

17:03 Case Study 3: Raven Johnson's Acute Pain

24:16 Case Study 4: Peggy Carter's Shoulder Surgery

27:35 Addressing Myths and Misconceptions

37:38 Final Thoughts and Contact Information

39:07 Closing Remarks

In this episode of the Next Orbit Podcast, host Ben Wade is joined by Michael Lang, SVP of Sales & Marketing at BINGLI, along with co-host Mike Hunter, Health Tech Director at Leap Orbit. Together, they break down the realities of implementing AI in healthcare, far beyond the hype.

From large language models to deterministic AI, the discussion explores what responsible, effective, and clinically-safe AI adoption truly looks like. Michael shares real-world examples of AI improving patient intake, triage workflows, clinical documentation, RCM processes, and even mental health detection.

The episode also covers the essential guardrails required for AI in healthcare:

• Ethical use and human oversight

• Interoperability and emerging standards

• Data quality, safety, and model governance

• The difference between deterministic and non-deterministic AI

• How ambient AI can augment clinicians instead of replacing them

Whether you work in healthcare, health tech, or AI infrastructure, this episode offers a grounded, practical look at the future of AI-powered care delivery.

Timestamps -

00:00 Introduction to AI in Healthcare

00:42 Welcome to the Next Orbit Podcast

01:16 Meet the Guest: Mike Lang

02:48 The Hype and Reality of AI in Healthcare

04:33 Leveraging AI at BINGLI

07:27 Deterministic vs. Non-Deterministic AI

21:24 Real-World Applications of AI in Healthcare

25:27 AI in Revenue Cycle Management

39:12 A Personal Journey in Healthcare

44:32 Conclusion and Contact Information

#AIinHealthcare #HealthTech #MedicalAI #DigitalHealth #HealthcareInnovation #ClinicalAI #FutureOfHealthcare #ArtificialIntelligence #HealthcareTechnology #HealthIT

In this episode of The Next Orbit Podcast, host Ben Wade sits down with John Kansky, President & CEO of the Indiana Health Information Exchange and former Acting CEO of CSRI, to explore one of the most important shifts in modern healthcare: Health Data Utilities (HDUs).

This conversation breaks down:

• What HDUs are and why they are critical to the future of healthcare
• How state-based infrastructure powers interoperability
• The evolution of Health Information Exchanges (HIEs)
• Why multi-stakeholder governance matters
• The new CSRI capability model and its impact
• How HDUs improve care quality, public health, and policymaking
• Funding, sustainability, and the role of government
• Real-world examples of HDUs transforming outcomes

Whether you're in healthcare IT, policy, data systems, or health innovation, this episode offers a rare, deep insight into how better data infrastructure can reshape healthcare delivery.

Follow for more conversations on health innovation, interoperability, and the future of healthcare infrastructure.

#HealthDataUtilities #HealthcareInteroperability #HealthIT #HealthData #PublicHealth #HealthcareInnovation #HIE #HDUs #HealthTech #DigitalHealth #HealthInfrastructure #CSRI #NextOrbitPodcast #JohnKansky

In this powerful episode of The Next Orbit Podcast, host Ben Wade sits down with clinical pharmacy specialists Sing Ping Chow and Shelley Fortner, two pioneers leading the charge in opioid stewardship and pain management innovation.

Together, they unpack the role of Prescription Drug Monitoring Programs (PDMPs), the challenges of integrating real-time data into clinical workflows, and the urgent need for cross-state interoperability.

Discover how their initiative, PainRX Consulting, is transforming pharmacy education and empowering clinicians to make safer, smarter prescribing decisions. From addressing load time issues to patient matching and data privacy, this conversation dives deep into the future of responsible, data-driven care.

If you care about technology, healthcare policy, or improving patient outcomes, this episode is a must-listen.

#HealthcareInnovation #PharmacyLeadership #OpioidStewardship #PainManagement #PDMP #HealthcareData #PharmacyPodcast #DigitalHealth #HealthTech #TheNextOrbitPodcast #PatientCare #HealthcareInteroperability

Welcome to The Next Orbit Podcast, where innovation meets healthcare.

In this inaugural episode, hosts Ben Wade and Mike Hunter, joined by producer Nick, introduce a new series dedicated to exploring how data, interoperability, and technology are transforming the future of healthcare.

They discuss:

- Why breaking down silos in healthcare data matters more than ever

- The innovators and disruptors driving ethical, compliant change

- How modern technology can unlock better patient care at scale

- Personal stories behind their passion for building a smarter healthcare ecosystem

From interoperability to innovation, this podcast dives deep into the people and ideas shaping tomorrow’s healthcare.

🎧 Join the conversation and be part of the next orbit of change.

#HealthcareInnovation #HealthTech #DataInteroperability #DigitalHealth #HealthcareTechnology #PatientCare #HealthcareData #HealthIT #HealthcareTransformation #TheNextOrbit #LeapOrbit #InnovationInHealthcare