<?xml version="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"?>
<rss version="2.0" xmlns:itunes="http://www.itunes.com/dtds/podcast-1.0.dtd" xmlns:googleplay="http://www.google.com/schemas/play-podcasts/1.0" xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/" xmlns:spotify="https://www.spotify.com/ns/rss">
  <channel>
    <generator>CastPlus (https://castplus.fm)</generator>
    <title>SHANKX Healthcare Speaker Series</title>
    <link>https://podcasts.castplus.fm/shankx-healthcare-speaker-series</link>
    <itunes:new-feed-url>https://feeds.castplus.fm/shankx-healthcare-speaker-series</itunes:new-feed-url>
    <description>The SHANKX Healthcare Speaker Series is a podcast hosted by passionate individuals with a shared interest in healthcare. The co-hosts bring in guest speakers and experts in the field to provide insightful perspectives and discussions on relevant healthcare topics. Along with their dedication to healthcare, the co-hosts also co-run a public relations agency. This unique combination of expertise provides a well-rounded and informative podcast experience for listeners.</description>
    <copyright>©2023 - Shankar Poncelet</copyright>
    <language>en-us</language>
    <pubDate>Thu, 02 Feb 2023 23:30:02 +0000</pubDate>
    <lastBuildDate>Thu, 20 Aug 2026 16:00:21 +0000</lastBuildDate>
    <image>
      <url>https://content.castplus.io/uploads/x3134jvq/8644ec30-a351-11ed-9398-e7abc1a925ea/8644e7e0-a351-11ed-b0f5-1db6d5907c07.png</url>
      <title>SHANKX Healthcare Speaker Series</title>
      <link>https://podcasts.castplus.fm/shankx-healthcare-speaker-series</link>
      <description>The SHANKX Healthcare Speaker Series is a podcast hosted by passionate individuals with a shared interest in healthcare. The co-hosts bring in guest speakers and experts in the field to provide insightful perspectives and discussions on relevant healthcare topics. Along with their dedication to healthcare, the co-hosts also co-run a public relations agency. This unique combination of expertise provides a well-rounded and informative podcast experience for listeners.</description>
    </image>
    <googleplay:author>Shankar Poncelet</googleplay:author>
    <googleplay:image href="https://content.castplus.io/uploads/x3134jvq/8644ec30-a351-11ed-9398-e7abc1a925ea/8644e7e0-a351-11ed-b0f5-1db6d5907c07.png"/>
    <itunes:category text="Health &amp; Fitness"/>
    <itunes:category text="Business"/>
    <itunes:category text="Education">
      <itunes:category text="Self-Improvement"/>
    </itunes:category>
    <googleplay:summary>The SHANKX Healthcare Speaker Series is a podcast hosted by passionate individuals with a shared interest in healthcare. The co-hosts bring in guest speakers and experts in the field to provide insightful perspectives and discussions on relevant healthcare topics. Along with their dedication to healthcare, the co-hosts also co-run a public relations agency. This unique combination of expertise provides a well-rounded and informative podcast experience for listeners.</googleplay:summary>
    <googleplay:explicit>No</googleplay:explicit>
    <googleplay:block>No</googleplay:block>
    <itunes:type>episodic</itunes:type>
    <itunes:author>Shankar Poncelet</itunes:author>
    <itunes:image href="https://content.castplus.io/uploads/x3134jvq/8644ec30-a351-11ed-9398-e7abc1a925ea/8644e7e0-a351-11ed-b0f5-1db6d5907c07.png"/>
    <itunes:summary>The SHANKX Healthcare Speaker Series is a podcast hosted by passionate individuals with a shared interest in healthcare. The co-hosts bring in guest speakers and experts in the field to provide insightful perspectives and discussions on relevant healthcare topics. Along with their dedication to healthcare, the co-hosts also co-run a public relations agency. This unique combination of expertise provides a well-rounded and informative podcast experience for listeners.</itunes:summary>
    <itunes:subtitle>The SHANKX Healthcare Speaker Series is a podcast hosted by passionate individuals with a shared interest in healthcare. The co-hosts bring in guest speakers and experts in the field to provide insightful perspectives and discussions on relevant healthcare topics. Along with their dedication to healthcare, the co-hosts also co-run a public relations agency. This unique combination of expertise provides a well-rounded and informative podcast experience for listeners.</itunes:subtitle>
    <itunes:keywords>healthcare</itunes:keywords>
    <itunes:owner>
      <itunes:name>Shankar Poncelet</itunes:name>
      <itunes:email>shankar@shankxwebdev.com</itunes:email>
    </itunes:owner>
    <itunes:complete>No</itunes:complete>
    <itunes:explicit>No</itunes:explicit>
    <itunes:block>No</itunes:block>
    <item>
      <title>Addressing the Opioid Crisis</title>
      <link>https://podcasts.castplus.fm/e/r87q4mr8-addressing-the-opioid-crisis</link>
      <itunes:title>Addressing the Opioid Crisis</itunes:title>
      <itunes:episode>0</itunes:episode>
      <itunes:block>No</itunes:block>
      <googleplay:block>No</googleplay:block>
      <guid isPermaLink="false">k08xyw80</guid>
      <description>In this podcast episode, we had the privilege of welcoming back Dr. Brenya Twumasi, an esteemed expert, who provided invaluable insights on the opioid crisis. She, along with the panelists, discussed its causes, effects, and essential considerations. Dr. Twumasi emphasized the systemic roots, shared impactful stories, and highlighted the importance of education, intervention, and comprehensive solutions.</description>
      <content:encoded><![CDATA[<div>The SHANKX Healthcare Speaker Series is produced by <a href="https://shankx.com/">SHANKX</a>.</div>]]></content:encoded>
      <pubDate>Fri, 26 May 2023 15:47:00 +0000</pubDate>
      <author>Shankar Poncelet</author>
      <enclosure url="https://media.castplus.fm/816xzjzw.mp3" length="73020015" type="audio/mpeg"/>
      <itunes:author>Shankar Poncelet</itunes:author>
      <itunes:image href="https://content.castplus.io/uploads/x3134jvq/fed56960-fbdc-11ed-bda8-a1047b1b7a92/fed56ac0-fbdc-11ed-a309-ef92c7627711.png"/>
      <itunes:duration>3629</itunes:duration>
      <itunes:summary>In this podcast episode, we had the privilege of welcoming back Dr. Brenya Twumasi, an esteemed expert, who provided invaluable insights on the opioid crisis. She, along with the panelists, discussed its causes, effects, and essential considerations. Dr. Twumasi emphasized the systemic roots, shared impactful stories, and highlighted the importance of education, intervention, and comprehensive solutions.</itunes:summary>
      <itunes:subtitle>In this podcast episode, we had the privilege of welcoming back Dr. Brenya Twumasi, an esteemed expert, who provided invaluable insights on the opioid crisis. She, along with the panelists, discussed its causes, effects, and essential considerations. Dr. Twumasi emphasized the systemic roots, shared impactful stories, and highlighted the importance of education, intervention, and comprehensive solutions.</itunes:subtitle>
      <itunes:keywords/>
      <itunes:explicit>No</itunes:explicit>
      <googleplay:explicit>No</googleplay:explicit>
    </item>
    <item>
      <title>Discussing Healthcare Consumerism with Chris Deacon</title>
      <link>https://podcasts.castplus.fm/e/lnqzz348-discussing-healthcare-consumerism-with-chris-deacon</link>
      <itunes:title>Discussing Healthcare Consumerism with Chris Deacon</itunes:title>
      <itunes:episode>0</itunes:episode>
      <itunes:block>No</itunes:block>
      <googleplay:block>No</googleplay:block>
      <guid isPermaLink="false">81nnn2x1</guid>
      <description>The podcast episode features a discussion on healthcare consumerism and its impact on the industry. The panelists, including Chris Deacon, founder of VerSan Consulting, discusses the need for transparency, education, and patient empowerment in healthcare decision-making. She also address the challenges and ethical concerns of treating healthcare as a purely consumer commodity. The discussion covers various strategies for managing healthcare costs and improving the quality of care for patients. This session also features audience participation and highlights the importance of continued discussion and action in improving healthcare for all.</description>
      <content:encoded><![CDATA[<div>The SHANKX Healthcare Speaker Series is produced by <a href="https://shankx.com/">SHANKX</a>.</div>]]></content:encoded>
      <pubDate>Thu, 20 Apr 2023 20:06:00 +0000</pubDate>
      <author>Shankar Poncelet</author>
      <enclosure url="https://media.castplus.fm/853pvrl8.mp3" length="93963878" type="audio/mpeg"/>
      <itunes:author>Shankar Poncelet</itunes:author>
      <itunes:image href="https://content.castplus.io/uploads/x3134jvq/bbebfdc0-dfbd-11ed-8d64-3994fb3f162c/bbebff30-dfbd-11ed-bfe2-f995e199de17.png"/>
      <itunes:duration>3914</itunes:duration>
      <itunes:summary>The podcast episode features a discussion on healthcare consumerism and its impact on the industry. The panelists, including Chris Deacon, founder of VerSan Consulting, discusses the need for transparency, education, and patient empowerment in healthcare decision-making. She also address the challenges and ethical concerns of treating healthcare as a purely consumer commodity. The discussion covers various strategies for managing healthcare costs and improving the quality of care for patients. This session also features audience participation and highlights the importance of continued discussion and action in improving healthcare for all.</itunes:summary>
      <itunes:subtitle>The podcast episode features a discussion on healthcare consumerism and its impact on the industry. The panelists, including Chris Deacon, founder of VerSan Consulting, discusses the need for transparency, education, and patient empowerment in healthcare decision-making. She also address the challenges and ethical concerns of treating healthcare as a purely consumer commodity. The discussion covers various strategies for managing healthcare costs and improving the quality of care for patients. This session also features audience participation and highlights the importance of continued discussion and action in improving healthcare for all.</itunes:subtitle>
      <itunes:keywords>Healthcare consumerism, patient engagement, patient experience, healthcare insurance, healthcare system</itunes:keywords>
      <itunes:explicit>No</itunes:explicit>
      <googleplay:explicit>No</googleplay:explicit>
    </item>
    <item>
      <title>The Role of Nurses in Healthcare with Deborah Maldonado RN, BS, MHA</title>
      <link>https://podcasts.castplus.fm/e/v856rr5n-the-role-of-nurses-in-healthcare</link>
      <itunes:title>The Role of Nurses in Healthcare with Deborah Maldonado RN, BS, MHA</itunes:title>
      <itunes:episode>0</itunes:episode>
      <itunes:block>No</itunes:block>
      <googleplay:block>No</googleplay:block>
      <guid isPermaLink="false">81qv99q0</guid>
      <description>The evolution of nursing from establishing standards to contract negotiations with insurance companies
The unique Direct Primary Care model of Direct Med Clinic and the impact of nursing leadership
The role of nurse leaders in driving strategic initiatives and improving patient outcomes and safety
The importance of addressing patient complaints and concerns and ensuring positive patient experiences
The role of healthcare brokers and nurses in facilitating appropriate and timely care
The importance of personalized and relationship-based care models in precision medicine
The impact of nursing innovation on sickle cell disease and transition in care</description>
      <content:encoded><![CDATA[<div>The SHANKX Healthcare Speaker Series is produced by <a href="https://shankx.com">SHANKX</a>.</div>]]></content:encoded>
      <pubDate>Mon, 06 Mar 2023 02:18:00 +0000</pubDate>
      <author>Shankar Poncelet</author>
      <enclosure url="https://media.castplus.fm/8nn4j2v8.mp3" length="71372927" type="audio/mpeg"/>
      <itunes:author>Shankar Poncelet</itunes:author>
      <itunes:image href="https://content.castplus.io/uploads/x3134jvq/8644ec30-a351-11ed-9398-e7abc1a925ea/8644e7e0-a351-11ed-b0f5-1db6d5907c07.png"/>
      <itunes:duration>2973</itunes:duration>
      <itunes:summary>The evolution of nursing from establishing standards to contract negotiations with insurance companies
The unique Direct Primary Care model of Direct Med Clinic and the impact of nursing leadership
The role of nurse leaders in driving strategic initiatives and improving patient outcomes and safety
The importance of addressing patient complaints and concerns and ensuring positive patient experiences
The role of healthcare brokers and nurses in facilitating appropriate and timely care
The importance of personalized and relationship-based care models in precision medicine
The impact of nursing innovation on sickle cell disease and transition in care</itunes:summary>
      <itunes:subtitle>The evolution of nursing from establishing standards to contract negotiations with insurance companies
The unique Direct Primary Care model of Direct Med Clinic and the impact of nursing leadership
The role of nurse leaders in driving strategic initiatives and improving patient outcomes and safety
The importance of addressing patient complaints and concerns and ensuring positive patient experiences
The role of healthcare brokers and nurses in facilitating appropriate and timely care
The importance of personalized and relationship-based care models in precision medicine
The impact of nursing innovation on sickle cell disease and transition in care</itunes:subtitle>
      <itunes:keywords/>
      <itunes:explicit>No</itunes:explicit>
      <googleplay:explicit>No</googleplay:explicit>
    </item>
    <item>
      <title>Challenges and Opportunities in Mental Healthcare with Dr. Brenya Twumasi</title>
      <link>https://podcasts.castplus.fm/e/xn1vq1m8-challenges-and-opportunities-in-mental-healthcare-with-dr-brenya-twumasi</link>
      <itunes:title>Challenges and Opportunities in Mental Healthcare with Dr. Brenya Twumasi</itunes:title>
      <itunes:episode>0</itunes:episode>
      <itunes:block>No</itunes:block>
      <googleplay:block>No</googleplay:block>
      <guid isPermaLink="false">70346wk1</guid>
      <description>In this episode of the SHANKX Healthcare Speaker Series, CEO Shankar Poncelet and COO Antréa Ferguson are joined by special guest Dr. Brenya Twumasi to discuss the challenges and opportunities in mental healthcare.
The discussion covers a wide range of topics, including the importance of self-advocacy and advocacy in addressing mental health issues, the impact of workplace bullying, and the need for cultural competency in mental healthcare.
The panelists: Rissi Carrey, David Dorrough, Tara Murney, Dr. Marshall Packard and Kellie Pickett share personal stories and insights, highlighting the importance of language and communication in promoting mental wellness and reducing the stigma surrounding mental health.
They also discuss the challenges and opportunities in the mental healthcare industry, including the need for greater access to care, the role of technology and innovation, and the importance of addressing the social determinants of mental health.
The conversation ends with a reminder that self-care and self-compassion are essential to maintaining good mental health, and that there is always hope for those who are struggling.
We are happy this episode provided valuable insights and perspectives on the challenges and opportunities in mental healthcare, and highlights the importance of promoting mental wellness and reducing the stigma surrounding mental health.
Tune in on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, or Spotify to hear the full conversation!</description>
      <content:encoded><![CDATA[In this episode of the SHANKX Healthcare Speaker Series, CEO Shankar Poncelet and COO Antréa Ferguson are joined by special guest Dr. Brenya Twumasi to discuss the challenges and opportunities in mental healthcare.
The discussion covers a wide range of topics, including the importance of self-advocacy and advocacy in addressing mental health issues, the impact of workplace bullying, and the need for cultural competency in mental healthcare.
The panelists: Rissi Carrey, David Dorrough, Tara Murney, Dr. Marshall Packard and Kellie Pickett share personal stories and insights, highlighting the importance of language and communication in promoting mental wellness and reducing the stigma surrounding mental health.
They also discuss the challenges and opportunities in the mental healthcare industry, including the need for greater access to care, the role of technology and innovation, and the importance of addressing the social determinants of mental health.
The conversation ends with a reminder that self-care and self-compassion are essential to maintaining good mental health, and that there is always hope for those who are struggling.
We are happy this episode provided valuable insights and perspectives on the challenges and opportunities in mental healthcare, and highlights the importance of promoting mental wellness and reducing the stigma surrounding mental health.
Tune in on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, or Spotify to hear the full conversation!]]></content:encoded>
      <pubDate>Fri, 24 Feb 2023 17:01:00 +0000</pubDate>
      <author>Shankar Poncelet</author>
      <enclosure url="https://media.castplus.fm/8vy0v9nw.mp3" length="52396800" type="audio/mpeg"/>
      <itunes:author>Shankar Poncelet</itunes:author>
      <itunes:image href="https://content.castplus.io/uploads/x3134jvq/1785c4d0-b466-11ed-a1ff-c788daf2c2f3/1785c6c0-b466-11ed-9e3f-1300ea341507.png"/>
      <itunes:duration>4419</itunes:duration>
      <itunes:summary>In this episode of the SHANKX Healthcare Speaker Series, CEO Shankar Poncelet and COO Antréa Ferguson are joined by special guest Dr. Brenya Twumasi to discuss the challenges and opportunities in mental healthcare.
The discussion covers a wide range of topics, including the importance of self-advocacy and advocacy in addressing mental health issues, the impact of workplace bullying, and the need for cultural competency in mental healthcare.
The panelists: Rissi Carrey, David Dorrough, Tara Murney, Dr. Marshall Packard and Kellie Pickett share personal stories and insights, highlighting the importance of language and communication in promoting mental wellness and reducing the stigma surrounding mental health.
They also discuss the challenges and opportunities in the mental healthcare industry, including the need for greater access to care, the role of technology and innovation, and the importance of addressing the social determinants of mental health.
The conversation ends with a reminder that self-care and self-compassion are essential to maintaining good mental health, and that there is always hope for those who are struggling.
We are happy this episode provided valuable insights and perspectives on the challenges and opportunities in mental healthcare, and highlights the importance of promoting mental wellness and reducing the stigma surrounding mental health.
Tune in on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, or Spotify to hear the full conversation!</itunes:summary>
      <itunes:subtitle>In this episode of the SHANKX Healthcare Speaker Series, CEO Shankar Poncelet and COO Antréa Ferguson are joined by special guest Dr. Brenya Twumasi to discuss the challenges and opportunities in mental healthcare.
The discussion covers a wide range of topics, including the importance of self-advocacy and advocacy in addressing mental health issues, the impact of workplace bullying, and the need for cultural competency in mental healthcare.
The panelists: Rissi Carrey, David Dorrough, Tara Murney, Dr. Marshall Packard and Kellie Pickett share personal stories and insights, highlighting the importance of language and communication in promoting mental wellness and reducing the stigma surrounding mental health.
They also discuss the challenges and opportunities in the mental healthcare industry, including the need for greater access to care, the role of technology and innovation, and the importance of addressing the social determinants of mental health.
The conversation ends with a reminder that self-care and self-compassion are essential to maintaining good mental health, and that there is always hope for those who are struggling.
We are happy this episode provided valuable insights and perspectives on the challenges and opportunities in mental healthcare, and highlights the importance of promoting mental wellness and reducing the stigma surrounding mental health.
Tune in on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, or Spotify to hear the full conversation!</itunes:subtitle>
      <itunes:keywords/>
      <itunes:explicit>No</itunes:explicit>
      <googleplay:explicit>No</googleplay:explicit>
    </item>
    <item>
      <title>Advancing Healthcare Through Patient-Centered Health</title>
      <link>https://podcasts.castplus.fm/e/2n6jyxkn-patient-centered-health</link>
      <itunes:title>Advancing Healthcare Through Patient-Centered Health</itunes:title>
      <itunes:episode>0</itunes:episode>
      <itunes:block>No</itunes:block>
      <googleplay:block>No</googleplay:block>
      <guid isPermaLink="false">j024wq60</guid>
      <description>The SHANKX Healthcare Speaker Series is a podcast that features discussions on healthcare-related topics.

Guest Speaker: Dr. Clint Flanagan MD
With over 20 years of experience in the healthcare industry and a passion for advancing patient-centered care, Dr. Flanagan is a leading voice in the movement toward direct primary care. Through his innovative approach, he has established a network of over 100 clinics across multiple states, delivering affordable and accessible healthcare to families and businesses. Dr. Flanagan is a board-certified family physician, an active practitioner, and has been recognized as one of the top Value-Based Care Thinkers in 2022. </description>
      <content:encoded><![CDATA[<div>This show is produced by <a href="https://shankx.com">SHANKX</a>.</div>]]></content:encoded>
      <pubDate>Thu, 02 Feb 2023 22:10:00 +0000</pubDate>
      <author>Shankar Poncelet</author>
      <enclosure url="https://media.castplus.fm/8rjv61q8.mp3" length="3666" type="audio/mpeg"/>
      <itunes:author>Shankar Poncelet</itunes:author>
      <itunes:image href="https://content.castplus.io/uploads/x3134jvq/87ce8f90-a351-11ed-8779-037aea4dacf3/87ce8b10-a351-11ed-b1a3-bb4f33ff95f2.png"/>
      <itunes:duration>3665</itunes:duration>
      <itunes:summary>The SHANKX Healthcare Speaker Series is a podcast that features discussions on healthcare-related topics.

Guest Speaker: Dr. Clint Flanagan MD
With over 20 years of experience in the healthcare industry and a passion for advancing patient-centered care, Dr. Flanagan is a leading voice in the movement toward direct primary care. Through his innovative approach, he has established a network of over 100 clinics across multiple states, delivering affordable and accessible healthcare to families and businesses. Dr. Flanagan is a board-certified family physician, an active practitioner, and has been recognized as one of the top Value-Based Care Thinkers in 2022. </itunes:summary>
      <itunes:subtitle>The SHANKX Healthcare Speaker Series is a podcast that features discussions on healthcare-related topics.

Guest Speaker: Dr. Clint Flanagan MD
With over 20 years of experience in the healthcare industry and a passion for advancing patient-centered care, Dr. Flanagan is a leading voice in the movement toward direct primary care. Through his innovative approach, he has established a network of over 100 clinics across multiple states, delivering affordable and accessible healthcare to families and businesses. Dr. Flanagan is a board-certified family physician, an active practitioner, and has been recognized as one of the top Value-Based Care Thinkers in 2022. </itunes:subtitle>
      <itunes:keywords>healthcare, direct primary care</itunes:keywords>
      <itunes:explicit>No</itunes:explicit>
      <googleplay:explicit>No</googleplay:explicit>
    </item>
  </channel>
</rss>
