In this episode, we explore how thoughtful innovation can create real, measurable impact in healthcare—without losing sight of the people doing the work. We begin with the story of Klickitat Valley Health and how strategic automation helped the organization save more than $1 million annually, freeing staff to focus less on manual processes and more on patient care.

From there, the conversation looks ahead to what’s next. We discuss the growing role of 3D visualization and extended reality in surgical planning, and how these technologies are reshaping the way clinicians prepare, collaborate, and deliver care. But technology alone isn’t enough. A major theme of the episode centers on change management, trust, and why successful AI adoption depends just as much on people and culture as it does on tools and systems.

As Stephanie Dorwart puts it, “Automation done right gives people time back—and gives them their purpose back.” That idea serves as a throughline for the entire discussion.

Our guest, Ted Dinsmore, brings a global perspective to the conversation. As President of SphereGen, Ted has spent his career designing automation, AI, and extended reality solutions for healthcare systems around the world—from building multilingual electronic medical records in Switzerland to creating virtual assistants for hospitals across the United States. His passion lies in making advanced technology accessible and practical for healthcare organizations of all sizes, including rural and community-based facilities.

To learn more about SphereGen and the innovations discussed in this episode, visit the SphereGen Learning Center at www.spheregen.com. You can also explore Altius Healthcare Consulting Group at www.altiushcg.com.

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