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No MBA Needed: A Pediatrician’s Path to VP in Health Tech
with Dr. Jennie Berkovich

Episode 29 · August 6, 2025 · 36 min

Hosted by Alison Curfman, MD

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Show notes

In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Jennie Berkovich to explore how physicians are navigating non-traditional career paths, especially within telehealth and evolving care models. Jennie shares her journey from pediatric hospitalist to telehealth director, and we dive into the real tensions physicians face when stepping into new systems without clear roadmaps. We talk about trust, adaptability, and why more physicians need to take up space in operational and strategic roles. We also look ahead: what AI might mean for care delivery, and why physician involvement in system design isn’t optional, it’s essential. 

Episode Highlights:

00:00Introduction to Non-Traditional Career Paths

01:00Transitioning from Hospitalist to Telehealth

04:58Growth and Development in Telehealth

10:00Navigating Rapid Growth and Change

14:21The Role of Physicians in Telehealth and Administration

19:04Building Trust in Healthcare

23:38The Future of Healthcare and Physician Leadership

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