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Health Calls | S5: EP8

The Promise of 3D Printing in Health Care

Three-dimensional printing technology has been around for decades, but has seen a rapid expansion into commercial, manufacturing and industrial use over the past few years. As it makes its way into health care, what benefits could this relatively new technology offer?

Health Calls | S5: EP7

Implementing New Tech in Care Settings

Every day, new technologies are making their way into health care settings. Whether it's AI recorders and transcribers or robotic surgical tools, it's a reality that providers and systems must face.

Health Calls | S5: EP6

Theology, Artificial Intelligence, and Catholic Health Care

As artificial intelligence is implemented into more and more aspects of health care, it can be difficult to keep up with the varying ethical considerations that arise. If Catholic health care is to thrive in this new era of technology, a robust theological perspective is necessary.

Health Calls | S5: EP5

Spiritual Care and Emerging Technology

Theresa Edmonson, Vice President of Spiritual Health for Providence St. Joseph Health, and Antonina Olszewski, Vice President of Spiritual Care for Mission Integration at Ascension, join the show to discuss the latest trends in technology and spiritual care.

Health Calls | S5: EP4

Energy Technologies for Climate Action

As one of the country’s highest producers of carbon emissions, health care has a special responsibility in helping solve the ongoing climate crisis. What opportunities exist for health systems to make immediate improvements to their carbon footprint, and how can they set themselves up for a sustainable future?

Health Calls | S5: EP3

A.I., Empathy and Goal-Aligned Health Care

When working with patients, it is essential for palliative care providers to have goal-oriented conversations. Without them, caregivers may not efficiently and collaboratively meet the patients' needs and goals for their care. How can new technologies enhance these conversations, both from a productivity and a human relationship standpoint?

Health Calls | S5: EP2

Technology, Change and the Catholic Response

As the world of technology spins faster and faster, responses can vary to the rapid pace of change and innovation. Fear, excitement, caution – everyone has an idea of how to respond. What does Catholic tradition and faith have to say?

Health Calls | S5: EP1

Maintaining Human Connection Amidst Technological Innovation

Delphi Group chairman Tom Koulopoulos discusses the rapid pace of healthcare technology and its potential benefits. He highlights opportunities for innovation while addressing the risks of technological dependence, offering an optimistic outlook for the future.

Health Calls | S4: EP18

The Center for Theology and Ethics in Catholic Health

As Catholic health providers navigate an increasingly complex world, the value of clinical ethics cannot be understated. But the world of ethics is complicated itself: How do we give equal time to both clinical care and consultation as well as academic research, peer review and church relationships?

Health Calls | S4: EP17

The Impact of Ministry Formation on Colleague Experience

Join us for a dynamic discussion on the impact of ministry formation on the colleague experience, featuring Darren Henson, Senior Director of Ministry Formation at CHA, Pete Guarisco, VP of Mission at Franciscan Missionaries of Our Lady Health System, and Rafael Flores, Director of Mission Integration at FMOL Northshore Region.