• 82. The Power of Community: Inside the Canadian Women in Medicine Conference | Dr Setareh Ziai | Leaders In Healthcare
    May 14 2026

    Explore the origins, growth, and impact of the Canadian Women in Medicine (CWIM) conference, a unique event focused on wellness, community, and personal development for women physicians. Learn about its history, structure, and the powerful community it fosters. CWIM Gather 2026 will be in Winnipeg, MB on June 11th-13th at the RBC Convention Centre.
    Hosted by Dr Jordan Vollrath and produced by Cherry Health
    01:00 – Introduction and Conference Overview
    01:50 – Why Winnipeg and Venue Selection
    02:11 – History and Founding of CWIM
    03:07 – The Tragic Event That Inspired CWIM
    04:04 – Focus on Wellness and Personal Development
    05:33 – Maintaining the Conference’s Authenticity
    07:11 – The Importance of Wellness in Medicine
    08:18 – Growth and Community Engagement
    09:11 – Event Structure and Workshop Day
    10:41 – The Unique Vibe of CWIM
    11:41 – Attendance and Growth Over the Years
    13:15 – Impact and Emotional Significance
    14:31 – The Power of Support and Trust
    15:23 – Memorable Takeaways and Lessons
    17:05 – Community and Mutual Support During Events
    17:43 – Upcoming Speakers and Highlights
    18:36 – Changes and Innovations for This Year
    19:30 – Awards and Recognition
    19:56 – Final Thoughts and Invitation to Attend
    Connect with us!
    Dr Setareh Ziai on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/setarehziaimd/
    Dr Jordan Vollrath on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jordanvollrath/
    Learn more:
    Find out about Cherry Health's medical and healthcare recruiting solutions: https://ca.cherry.health/
    Find out about CWIM Gather 2026: https://www.cwimgather.com/home
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    #CanadianWomenInMedicine #CWIM #PhysicianWellness #MedicalConference #WomenPhysicians #ProfessionalDevelopment #Burnout #CommunitySupport

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    22 mins
  • 81. The Precision Health & Longevity Summit | Raman Kapoor | Leaders in Healthcare
    Apr 10 2026

    Join us as we explore the mission of the DIL Walk Foundation and the upcoming Precision Health and Longevity Summit in Calgary. Discover how this event aims to revolutionize healthcare through personalized, proactive approaches to longevity and disease prevention.

    Hosted by Dr Jordan Vollrath and produced by Cherry Health

    00:00 – Introduction to the DIL Walk Foundation
    02:28 – The Mission and Impact of the DIL Walk Foundation
    05:29 – Understanding Precision Health and Longevity
    08:13 – The Precision Health and Longevity Summit Overview
    10:17 – Networking and Future Goals of the Summit
    12:41 – Overview of the Upcoming Summit
    13:43 – Acknowledging Partners and Sponsors

    Connect with us!
    Raman Kapoor on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/raman-kapoor-b227a211/
    Precision Health & Longevity Summit on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/precision-health-and-longevity-summit/
    Dr Jordan Vollrath on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jordanvollrath/

    Learn more:
    Find out about Cherry Health's medical and healthcare recruiting solutions: https://ca.cherry.health/
    Find out about The Precision Health & Longevity Summit: https://precisionlongevitysummit.com/

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    #DILWalkFoundation #LongevitySummitYYC #LeadersInHealthcare #CalgaryEvents #DoItForLongevity #YYCHealth #Longevity #PrecisionHealth #HealthInnovation #AIinHealthcare #HealthSpan #FutureOfMedicine #MedTech

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    16 mins
  • 80. How HiBoop Accelerates Mental Health Diagnostics | Jason Morehouse | Leaders in Healthcare
    Apr 2 2026

    In this episode, Jason Morehouse discusses the evolution of HiBoop, a platform revolutionizing mental health assessments. Discover how it streamlines diagnostics, enhances patient care, and integrates with clinical workflows. HiBoop offers over 50 assessments tailored for mental health providers. The platform enables quick, 15-minute assessments that can be repeated for tracking progress. Patients receive assessments via simple links, with no login required, ensuring ease of use. Clinicians can export data for research, reporting, and integration with EMRs.

    Hosted by Dr Jordan Vollrath and produced by Cherry Health

    00:00 – Introduction
    01:54 – Overview of HiBoop and Its Mission
    02:41 – The Need for Better Mental Health Diagnostics
    03:38 – How HiBoop Demystifies the Waters of Multimodal Assessments
    08:01 – Assessment Types and Customization Options
    09:36 – Patient Experience and Assessment Process
    11:20 – Follow-up and Monitoring Progress
    12:57 – Provider Workflow and Patient Engagement

    Connect with us!
    Jason Morehouse on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jasonmorehouse/
    HiBoop on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/hiboop/
    Dr Jordan Vollrath on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jordanvollrath/

    Learn more:
    Find out about Cherry Health's medical and healthcare recruiting solutions: https://ca.cherry.health/
    Find out about HiBoop!: https://hiboop.com/

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    #mentalhealth #assessments #diagnostics #HiBoop #patientengagement #healthcaretechnology #psychiatry #medicine

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    14 mins
  • 79. When Clinicians Build Software: Inside QuickChart AI | Dr Joel Moktar | Leaders in Healthcare
    Feb 26 2026

    In this episode, Dr Jordan Vollrath interviews Dr Joel Moktar about the development and impact of QuickChart, an AI-powered medical scribe platform designed to streamline clinical documentation and improve physician workflow. Dr Moktar shares how QuickChart was built by physicians to solve real-world documentation challenges, allowing clinicians to focus more on patients rather than typing or dictating notes. The conversation explores the evolution of medical documentation, multimodal AI workflows, and how artificial intelligence is transforming both clinical efficiency and patient experience across healthcare systems.

    Hosted by Dr Jordan Vollrath and produced by Cherry Health

    00:00 – Opening
    01:14 – Introduction to QuickChart
    04:03 – The Evolution of Medical Documentation
    06:52 – AI in Clinical Practice
    10:12 – Building QuickChart: The Journey
    13:06 – Enhancements and Upgrades in AI Technology
    16:04 – User Experience and Patient Interaction
    18:45 – Market Positioning and Target Users
    23:23 – Future of AI in Healthcare

    Dr. Joel Moktar is an Orthopaedic Surgeon working in Northern Ontario and an Assistant Professor at NOSM University. He completed his medical degree and surgical training in Toronto and holds a Master’s degree in Engineering and Medical Device Development. Dr Moktar is passionate about healthcare innovation and developing technologies that improve efficiency, documentation quality, and patient care within public healthcare systems.

    Connect with us!
    Dr Joel Moktar on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/joel-m-44859b98/
    QuickChart on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/quickchart-ca/
    Dr Jordan Vollrath on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jordanvollrath/

    Learn more:
    Find out about Cherry Health's medical and healthcare recruiting solutions: https://ca.cherry.health/
    Find out about QuickChart software: https://quickchart.md/

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    #AI #MedicalScribe #HealthcareTechnology #ClinicalDocumentation #AIinMedicine #QuickChart #HealthcareInnovation

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    29 mins
  • 78. Revolutionizing Patient Experience: The WaitWell Story | Shannon Vander Meulen | Leaders in Healthcare
    Jan 29 2026

    In this episode, Jordan Vollrath interviews Shannon Vander Meulen, the founder of WaitWell, a platform designed to streamline the patient experience in healthcare settings. Shannon explains how WaitWell allows patients to book appointments and join waitlists via mobile devices or computers, significantly reducing the stress associated with waiting for healthcare services. The platform not only enhances user-friendliness but also provides transparency regarding wait times, enabling patients to use their waiting time productively. Shannon shares her inspiration for creating WaitWell, stemming from her experiences in managing a motor vehicle office where inefficiencies in waiting processes were evident.

    Hosted by Dr Jordan Vollrath and produced by Cherry Health

    00:00 – Opening
    01:24 – Introduction to WaitWell (conversation begins)
    03:22 – How WaitWell Works
    06:01 – Inspiration Behind WaitWell
    08:59 – Expanding into Healthcare
    12:21 – Patient Experience and Engagement
    13:53 – Cherry Health
    16:46 – Introducing Waillo: AI in Healthcare
    20:29 – Real-World Applications and Insights
    24:16 – Future of WaitWell and Waillo

    Shannon Vander Meulen is a subject matter expert in service delivery optimization. She is adept at leveraging technology to streamline processes. Before co-founding WaitWell, Shannon owned and managed a large government registry office. She also has 15+ years of classroom experience in Higher Education. Shannon leads the marketing team at WaitWell to build awareness of WaitWell and how queue, booking, and workflow technology can improve service for customers, staff, and administration at busy service locations everywhere.

    Connect with us!
    Shannon Vander Meulen on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/shannonvandermeulen/
    WaitWell on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/waitwell/
    Dr Jordan Vollrath on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jordanvollrath/

    Learn more:
    Find out about Cherry Health's medical and healthcare recruiting solutions: https://ca.cherry.health/
    Find out about WaitWell software: https://waitwellsoftware.com/

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    #WaitWell #HealthcareTechnology #PatientExperience #AppointmentBooking #AIinHealthcare #ShannonVanderMeulen #PatientWaitTimes #HealthcareEfficiency #DigitalHealthSolutions #Waillo

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    27 mins
  • 77. Canada HealthTech Innovation Symposium 2025: Sneak Preview | Rahul Bhatia | Leaders in Healthcare
    Oct 2 2025

    The conversation centers around the upcoming Canada Health Tech Innovation Symposium 2025, highlighting its focus on emerging technologies in healthcare, networking opportunities, and the evolution of the event from its fintech origins. Key themes include the importance of collaboration in health tech, feedback from previous events, and the strategic advantages of hosting the symposium in Alberta.

    Hosted by Dr Jordan Vollrath and produced by Cherry Health

    00:00 Intro To Rahul Bhatia
    01:30 Introduction to the Canada Health Tech Innovation Symposium 2025
    03:10 Exploring the Event's Structure and Highlights
    03:47 Cherry Health
    06:32 The Evolution of Health Tech Events
    08:29 Audience Engagement and Networking Opportunities
    10:40 Exhibitors and Sponsors: Driving Innovation
    11:17 Cherry Health
    12:40 Challenges and Lessons from Last Year
    14:43 The Future of Health Tech in Alberta
    18:17 Event Details and Closing Remarks

    Rahul Bhatia is the Founder and CEO renowned for driving Alberta’s tech ecosystem to new heights through visionary leadership and innovation. As a catalyst behind major events such as the Canada FinTech Symposium and Canada HealthTech Innovation Symposium, Rahul has established himself as a key influencer in Canada’s technology and innovation landscape.

    With over 15 years of diverse experience in sales, business development, corporate communications, and general management, Rahul has a proven track record of accelerating revenue growth, building strong client networks from the ground up, and fostering collaborative team environments that enhance market presence.

    An International Business graduate, Rahul combines his prolific communication and leadership skills to consistently exceed targets and deliver impactful results. His expertise spans exhibition and conference management, brand development, client servicing, and market research across multiple industries including technology, automotive, education, and oil & gas.

    Rahul’s passion for connecting people and ideas continues to fuel Canada's emergence as a vibrant hub for innovation and business growth.

    Connect with us!
    Rahul Bhatia on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rahul-bhatia-49636418/
    Canada HealthTech Innovation Symposium on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/healthtechinnovationsymposium/
    Dr Jordan Vollrath on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jordanvollrath/

    Learn more:
    Find out about Cherry Health's medical and healthcare recruiting solutions: https://ca.cherry.health/
    Find out about 2025 Canada HealthTech Innovation Symposium: https://healthtechinnovationsymposium.com/ (use discount code CHERRY200 for -$200 off event registration)

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    #CanadaHealthTech #HealthTech #AIinHealthcare #PatientCare #Diagnostics #Networking #HealthTechCommunity #AlbertaInnovation #HealthTechEvents #DigitalHealth

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    20 mins
  • 76. New Look Vision: Paving The Way For Optometric Care | Catherine Mahe | Leaders in Healthcare
    Sep 25 2025

    In this conversation, Catherine Mahe from New Look Vision discusses the challenges faced by independent optometrists and details the benefits of a contractor model that prioritizes patient care. She highlights how New Look Vision stays at the forefront of technological advancements, integrating remote services and AI to enhance eye health across Canada. The discussion also emphasizes the significance of teamwork and a positive work culture in preventing burnout, touching on the growth opportunities for optometrists committed to providing high-quality care.

    Hosted by Dr Jordan Vollrath and produced by Cherry Health

    00:00 Introduction To Catherine Mahe
    01:25 Challenges in Independent Optometry
    05:08 Contractor Model Benefits
    10:10 Technology and Innovation in Optometry
    18:28 Company Growth and Strategic Pillars

    Catherine Mahe holds the dual role of Regional Operations Manager for Western Canada and serves as the lead for New Look Vision's optometrist recruitment efforts. Having started working with NVG as a practicing Optician, her career trajectory is, in itself, a powerful testimonial to the professional development opportunities within the New Look Vision ecosystem.

    Connect with us!
    Catherine Mahe on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/catherine-mahe-34228a160/
    Catherine Mahe via Email: catherine.mahe@newlookvision.ca
    New Look Vision on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/new-look-ca/
    Dr Jordan Vollrath on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jordanvollrath/

    Learn more:
    Find out about Cherry Health's medical and healthcare recruiting solutions: https://ca.cherry.health/
    Find out about careers with New Look: https://newlookvision.ca/en/careers/

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    #OptometryJobs #HealthcareCareers #CareerGrowth #Optometrist #WorkLifeBalance #Hiring #Optometry #Healthcare #PatientCare #Innovation #EyeCare #EyeHealth #HealthTech #FutureOfHealthcare #WorkCulture #TeamDynamics #RemoteOptometry #LensManufacturing

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    22 mins
  • 75. Cracking the Code: Mastering Medical Billing in Alberta | Dawn Osland | Leaders in Healthcare
    Sep 18 2025

    In this conversation, Dr. Jordan Vollrath and Dawn Osland discuss the evolving landscape of healthcare billing in Alberta, focusing on the increasing administrative burden faced by physicians. They explore the complexities of billing codes, the impact of fee-for-service models on physician stress, and the introduction of the new PCPCM model. Dawn shares insights on the importance of diagnostic coding, the ideal demographic for the new billing model, and the role of technology in streamlining healthcare administration. The discussion highlights the need for better tools and support for physicians to navigate the challenges of billing and patient management.

    Hosted by Dr Jordan Vollrath and produced by Cherry Health

    00:00 Dawn Osland Introduction
    01:24 The Evolving Administrative Burden in Healthcare
    04:22 Navigating the Complexity of Medical Coding
    06:52 The Impact of Fee-for-Service on Physician Stress
    09:22 Cherry Health
    10:56 Understanding the New PCPCM Model
    13:26 The Ideal Demographic for PCPCM
    16:14 Challenges and Conflicts in Patient Panel Management
    19:12 Reality vs. Expectations of the PCPCM Model
    29:13 Cherry Health
    31:01 Real Data vs. Projections in Healthcare Billing
    33:32 Understanding Physician Satisfaction with New Models
    34:27 Navigating Mixed Practice Scenarios
    36:43 Maximizing Billing in the PCPCM Model
    38:35 The Importance of Time Tracking for Physicians
    39:32 Introducing the Track My Time App
    41:31 Preparing for Audits in Healthcare Billing
    43:15 The CMGP Calculator: Addressing Missed Revenue
    46:03 Managing Billing Rejections with AI Assistance
    48:33 The Future of AI in Healthcare Administration

    With over two decades of experience in Alberta's primary care system, Dawn Osland is a leading medical billing expert dedicated to combating the administrative crisis facing physicians. She understands the immense challenge of navigating the notoriously complex 1200-page Schedule of Medical Benefits. Through her company, Osland Billing Tools, Dawn is pioneering solutions to simplify this chaos. Her latest innovation is BETTI, a powerful AI agent designed to act as a "secret decoder ring" for the billing schedule, empowering doctors to reduce uncompensated work, optimize their earnings, and reclaim valuable time for patient care.

    Connect with us!
    Dawn Osland on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dawn-osland/
    Dr Jordan Vollrath on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jordanvollrath/
    Osland Medical Billing Tools on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/cmgp-calculator/

    Learn more:
    Find out about Cherry Health's medical and healthcare recruiting solutions: https://ca.cherry.health/
    Find professional billing support from Osland Medical Billing Tools: https://cmgpcalculator.ca/

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    #healthcare #billing #AdministrativeBurden #PCPCM #DiagnosticCoding #PhysicianStress #AlbertaHealth #FeeForService #HealthTech #AIinHealthcare #PhysicianBurnout #AlbertaDoctors

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    54 mins