The Operating Room
The Operating Room
Podcast Description
The Operating Room opens the door to the minds of healthcare’s most influential operators — the CFOs, supply chain leaders, clinical executives, and innovators driving the business of care forward. In a world where health systems face constant pressure to optimize resources, improve patient outcomes, and navigate rapid change, this podcast goes beyond the headlines to reveal the real conversations happening in boardrooms and back offices alike.
Each episode, we sit down with decision-makers to discuss the challenges, trends, and breakthrough strategies shaping modern healthcare. From supply chain disruption and capital allocation to regulatory shifts and digital transformation, The Operating Room delivers unfiltered insights from those making the tough calls every day.
Whether you’re a health system executive, a vendor partner, or a curious healthcare professional — join us to stay connected to the people, ideas, and innovations powering tomorrow’s care.
Podcast Insights
Content Themes
The podcast covers a range of topics relevant to the healthcare industry, including supply chain issues, capital allocation, regulatory changes, and digital transformation. Episodes delve into specific trends, such as the impact of vendor credentialing with guests like Mickey Meehan and relationship-building strategies in healthcare sales, exemplified by Melanie Sweeny.
The Operating Room opens the door to the minds of healthcare’s most influential operators — the CFOs, supply chain leaders, clinical executives, and innovators driving the business of care forward. In a world where health systems face constant pressure to optimize resources, improve patient outcomes, and navigate rapid change, this podcast goes beyond the headlines to reveal the real conversations happening in boardrooms and back offices alike.
Each episode, we sit down with decision-makers to discuss the challenges, trends, and breakthrough strategies shaping modern healthcare. From supply chain disruption and capital allocation to regulatory shifts and digital transformation, The Operating Room delivers unfiltered insights from those making the tough calls every day.
Whether you’re a health system executive, a vendor partner, or a curious healthcare professional — join us to stay connected to the people, ideas, and innovations powering tomorrow’s care.
Join us for an insightful conversation with Melanie, a seasoned national accounts manager in healthcare sales, as we dive deep into the power of relationships, strategic thinking, and the importance of patience in healthcare partnerships. Melanie shares how she transitioned from administrative roles into strategic sales, emphasizing genuine relationship-building over transactional selling.
We discuss:
Building trust with health systems and GPOs through value-driven partnerships.
Balancing immediate sales goals with long-term strategic relationships.
Overcoming challenges in a slow-moving healthcare industry by aligning closely with customer priorities.
Practical tips on effectively communicating internally to manage expectations and timelines.
The underrated sales skills of patience and curiosity that help reps stand out.
Whether you’re new to healthcare sales or looking to elevate your strategic approach, Melanie’s insights will inspire you to build authentic, impactful partnerships.
Connect with Melanie on LinkedIn to continue the conversation and learn more.
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