In this episode of the Millennium Live | Leadership & Discovery Podcast, we’re joined by Stephanie Meyer, Senior Vice President and Chief Nursing Officer at Children’s Mercy Kansas City. With over 26 years of experience, Stephanie shares her journey from a nursing student to a key leader at one of the nation's leading pediatric hospitals. As a passionate advocate for innovation and patient care, Stephanie dives into how Children’s Mercy has embraced cutting-edge technologies to address critical healthcare challenges.

Stephanie discusses the hospital's partnership with GE HealthCare to launch the Patient Progression Hub—an innovative operations center that uses real-time data and predictive analytics to streamline patient flow, improve discharge planning, and enhance overall care coordination. Stephanie sheds light on how this tool has reduced wait times, minimized cancellations, and empowered teams to make faster, more informed decisions that directly benefit patients and staff.

We also explore how the Patient Progression Hub addresses healthcare disparities, supports community hospitals, and utilizes tools like digital twin technology for surge planning. Stephanie highlights the importance of integrating systems, including GE HealthCare's Command Center software and Electronic Medical Records, to improve patient care and operational efficiency.

Some Additional Key Takeaways:

- How the Patient Progression Hub improves patient flow, discharge planning, and staffing efficiency

- Real-world impact: reducing canceled surgeries, improving patient access, and boosting operational efficiency

- Leveraging technology to address health equity and prepare for seasonal surges in patient demand

- Insights into the power of multidisciplinary collaboration and predictive analytics in healthcare

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