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Feb. 24, 2026

Get Greedy or Get Someone Else #physicianleadership #podcast #contract #negotiation

Get Greedy or Get Someone Else  #physicianleadership #podcast #contract #negotiation

In this foundational episode of the Fire Chief Podcast, host Lee Scheinbart engages with Ethan Nkana, Principal of the Rocky Mountain Physician Agency, to discuss the critical importance of advocacy for physician contracting during the course of their careers. They explore the common blind spots physicians face when negotiating contracts,…

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Feb. 10, 2026

Are You Serious About Your Next Role? #physicianleadership #podcast #jobsearch #interviewtips

Are You Serious About Your Next Role? #physicianleadership #podcast #jobsearch #interviewtips

In this winning episode of the Fire Chief Podcast, host Lee Scheinbart interviews William 'Bill' Cowan, author of Building a Winning Career and expert in career management and leadership development. If you are truly serious about finding your next role, then listen as they discuss the challenges physicians face when…

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Feb. 3, 2026

Taking Care Of The Things That Are Not Yours #physicianleadership #podcast #healthcare #potus

Taking Care Of The Things That Are Not Yours #physicianleadership #podcast #healthcare  #potus

In this heartfelt episode of the Fire Chief Podcast, host Lee Scheinbart engages in a profound conversation with Dr. Kevin O'Connor, the longest-serving White House physician. They explore the moral responsibilities of leadership in medicine, emphasizing the importance of values-based decision-making and the challenges of maintaining integrity in high-pressure situations.…

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Jan. 27, 2026

The Humble Voice of an Ecosystem #physicianleadership #podcast #healthcare #unitedhealthcare

The Humble Voice of an Ecosystem #physicianleadership #podcast #healthcare #unitedhealthcare

In this honest and humble episode of the Fire Chief Podcast, host Lee Scheinbart welcomes Dr. Dani Madril, a seasoned physician executive with over 25 years of experience in various healthcare settings. They discuss Dr. Madril's journey from clinical practice as a pediatric cardiac anesthesiologist to her current role as…

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Jan. 20, 2026

Who is Watching the Watcher #AI #physicianleadership #podcast

Who is Watching the Watcher #AI #physicianleadership #podcast

In this EXCLUSIVE episode of the Fire Chief Podcast, host Lee Scheinbart welcomes William Walders, the Executive Vice President and Chief Digital and Information Officer for the Joint Commission. They discuss the rapid pace of technological advancements in healthcare, particularly Artificial Intelligence. Walders shares insights on the importance of AI…

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Jan. 15, 2026

primary care unseen labor #podcast #doctor #physicianleadership #primarycare

primary care unseen labor  #podcast #doctor #physicianleadership #primarycare

@leescheinbart6110 Think about what happens in primary care for a moment. People's lives...

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Jan. 14, 2026

Elevating Care #podcast #physicianleadership #ai #doctor

Elevating Care #podcast #physicianleadership #ai #doctor

🎧 Listen to the full 🚨 Fire Chief Podcast 👨‍🚒 here: https://www.thefirechiefcmo.com/ 🔥 This clip is from Elevate The Human Connection. We unlock how AI can unlock capacity for primary care relational care in the clinic. 👉 Subscribe for more Shorts on physician leadership, healthcare strategy, and executive insights: https://www.youtube.com/@leescheinbart6110/shorts…

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Jan. 13, 2026

Elevate The Human Connection #primarycare #primarycarephysician #ai #aihealthcare

Elevate The Human Connection #primarycare #primarycarephysician #ai #aihealthcare

In this mind-bending and existential episode of the Fire Chief Podcast, host Lee Scheinbart engages with Dr. Paulius Mui, a leader in primary care innovation. They discuss the importance of using AI tools to redefine quality in primary care, emphasizing relationships over processes, and the need for better frameworks to…

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Jan. 5, 2026

Do What You Love #physicianleadership #philips #leadership #podcast #healthcare #innovation

Do What You Love #physicianleadership #philips #leadership #podcast #healthcare #innovation

In this 2026 new year kick-off episode of the Fire Chief Podcast, host Lee Scheinbart speaks with Dr. Carla Goulart Peron, Chief Medical Officer of Philips, a multibillion dollar, multinational healthcare innovation company, about her journey from practicing medicine to leading innovation in healthcare. They discuss the impact of medical…

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Dec. 16, 2025

The Human Margin #healthcare #leadership #physicianleadership #podcast

The Human Margin  #healthcare #leadership #physicianleadership  #podcast

In this dynamite episode of the Fire Chief Podcast, host Lee Scheinbart engages with Dr. Katherine Meese, an expert in healthcare leadership and organizational behavior. They discuss the importance of prioritizing human well-being in healthcare settings, the need for trust in leadership, and the impact of generational differences on workplace…

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Dec. 9, 2025

The Universality of Physician Leadership #podcast #physicianleadership #leadership

The Universality of Physician Leadership #podcast #physicianleadership #leadership

In this episode of the Fire Chief Podcast, host Lee Scheinbart interviews Professor Matt Sabin, former Chief Medical Officer at the Royal Children's Hospital in Melbourne, Australia. The two former CMOs discuss the challenges of physician leadership, the importance of self-awareness, communication, and organizational culture in improving patient outcomes. Matt…

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Dec. 2, 2025

The Curiously Brave CMIO, From Zero to Bronze.

The Curiously Brave CMIO, From Zero to Bronze.

In this honest and heartfelt episode of the Fire Chief Podcast, host Lee Scheinbart interviews the show’s first Chief Medical Information Officer (CMIO), Dr. Rachel McEntee. They discuss Dr. McEntee's journey into informatics, the evolving role of CMIOs, the need to move from integration of technology in healthcare to the…

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Nov. 25, 2025

AI in Peer Review and Performance #HealthcareInnovation, #AmbientAI, #ai

AI in Peer Review and Performance #HealthcareInnovation, #AmbientAI, #ai

In this next level episode of the Fire Chief Podcast, host Lee Scheinbart once more explores AI, but this time with a lens on Peer Review and Physician Performance. The conversation delves into the possibility of not just automating medical staff office functions of credentialing and privileging, but how integrating…

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Nov. 18, 2025

Embracing the Future: AI in Healthcare Leadership #HealthcareInnovation, #AmbientAI, #ai

Embracing the Future: AI in Healthcare Leadership #HealthcareInnovation, #AmbientAI, #ai

In this sci-fi episode of the Fire Chief Podcast, host Lee Scheinbart explores the future of healthcare, focusing on the role of AI, the transformation of care delivery and possibly medical education, and the need for innovative leadership in the healthcare sector. He discusses the challenges and opportunities presented by…

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Nov. 11, 2025

Preparing Physicians for the CEO Role: From the OR to the C-Suite #physicianleadership #podcast

Preparing Physicians for the CEO Role: From the OR to the C-Suite #physicianleadership #podcast

In this perceptive episode of the Fire Chief Podcast, host Lee Scheinbart engages in a deep conversation with Dr. Leo Spector, CEO of OrthoCarolina, about the evolving role of physician executives. They discuss the challenges and opportunities in transitioning from the OR and clinical roles to leadership positions, emphasizing the…

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Nov. 5, 2025

Key Insights for Physicians Seeking the CEO Role #physicianleadership #podcast #healthcare

Key Insights for Physicians Seeking the CEO Role #physicianleadership #podcast #healthcare

🎧 Listen to the full 🚨 Fire Chief Podcast 👨‍🚒 here: https://www.thefirechiefcmo.com/ 🔥 This clip is from Key Insights for Physicians Seeking the CEO Role. We share practical insights for physician executives, CMOs, and healthcare leaders. 👉 Subscribe for more Shorts on physician leadership, healthcare strategy, and executive insights: https://www.youtube.com/@leescheinbart6110/shorts…

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Nov. 4, 2025

Key Insights for Physicians Seeking the CEO Role

Key Insights for Physicians Seeking the CEO Role

In this insightful episode of the Fire Chief Podcast, host Lee Scheinbart engages in a deep conversation with Steve McGovern, President and CEO of McGovern Executive Search. They explore the evolving role of physicians as CEOs in healthcare, discussing the challenges and opportunities that come with this transition. Using recent…

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Oct. 30, 2025

Building Culture Through Coaching #coach #coaching #miamihurricanesfootball #miami #hurricanes

Building Culture Through Coaching #coach #coaching #miamihurricanesfootball #miami #hurricanes

🎧 Listen to the full 🚨 Fire Chief Podcast 👨‍🚒 here: https://www.thefirechiefcmo.com/ 🔥 This clip is from Building Culture Through Coaching. We share practical insights for physician executives, CMOs, and healthcare leaders. 👉 Subscribe for more Shorts on physician leadership, healthcare strategy, and executive insights: https://www.youtube.com/@leescheinbart6110/shorts #PhysicianLeadership #HealthcareExecutive #CMO #leadership

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Oct. 29, 2025

The Power of Thank You #healthcare #podcast #physicianleadership #doctor

The Power of Thank You  #healthcare #podcast #physicianleadership #doctor

🎧 Listen to the full 🚨 Fire Chief Podcast 👨‍🚒 here: https://www.thefirechiefcmo.com/ 🔥 This clip is from Building Culture Through Coaching. We share practical insights for physician executives, CMOs, and healthcare leaders. 👉 Subscribe for more Shorts on physician leadership, healthcare strategy, and executive insights: https://www.youtube.com/@leescheinbart6110/shorts #PhysicianLeadership #HealthcareExecutive #CMO #leadership…

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Oct. 28, 2025

Building Culture Through Coaching #miamifootball #coaching #healthcare #podcast

Building Culture Through Coaching  #miamifootball #coaching #healthcare #podcast

In this dynamite episode of the Fire Chief Podcast, host Lee Scheinbart interviews Dr. Rawle “Tony” Seupaul, diehard U of Miami ‘Canes fan AND Chief Physician Executive at Carilion Clinic. They discuss the importance of physician leadership, the unique structure of Carilion Clinic, and the need for coaching and development…

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Oct. 23, 2025

How to Really Change Healthcare. Get a Seat at the Table #healthcare #podcast #reform

How to Really Change Healthcare.  Get a Seat at the Table #healthcare #podcast #reform

🎧 Listen to the full 🚨 Fire Chief Podcast 👨‍🚒 here: https://www.thefirechiefcmo.com/ 🔥 This clip is from Patients Over Politics. 👉 Subscribe for more Shorts on physician leadership, healthcare strategy, and executive insights: https://www.youtube.com/@leescheinbart6110/shorts #PhysicianLeadership #HealthcareExecutive #CMO #leadership

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Oct. 22, 2025

How to REALLY Bust Up Denials #healthcare #podcast #physicianleadership #newjersey #legislation

How to REALLY Bust Up Denials #healthcare #podcast #physicianleadership #newjersey #legislation

🎧 Listen to the full 🚨 Fire Chief Podcast 👨‍🚒 here: https://www.thefirechiefcmo.com/ 🔥 This clip is from Patients Over Politics. 👉 Subscribe for more Shorts on physician leadership, healthcare strategy, and executive insights: https://www.youtube.com/@leescheinbart6110/shorts #PhysicianLeadership #HealthcareExecutive #CMO #leadership #politics

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Oct. 21, 2025

Take Charge To Make Change #healthcare #podcast #physicianleadership #politics #newjersey

Take Charge To Make Change #healthcare #podcast #physicianleadership #politics #newjersey

🎧 Listen to the full 🚨 Fire Chief Podcast 👨‍🚒 here: https://www.thefirechiefcmo.com/ 🔥 This clip is from Patients Over Politics. 👉 Subscribe for more Shorts on physician leadership, healthcare strategy, and executive insights: https://www.youtube.com/@leescheinbart6110/shorts #PhysicianLeadership #HealthcareExecutive #CMO #Congress

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Oct. 21, 2025

Patients Over Politics? Get Upstream

Patients Over Politics?  Get Upstream

In this energetic episode of the Fire Chief Podcast, host Lee Scheinbart interviews Dr. Tina Shah, a devoted pulmonary and critical care physician and passionate Congressional candidate. They discuss Dr. Shah's journey in healthcare, her leadership philosophy, and her advocacy for healthcare reform. Dr. Shah shares her experience with burnout,…

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