Curitics Conversations: Episode 5: Sam Wald on Medicare Advantage, Member Experience & Better Outcomes

In this episode of Curitics Conversations, cohosts John Gorman and Unmesh Srivastava sit down with Sam Wald, a healthcare leader with deep experience in value-based care, population health, and Medicare Advantage.

Together, they explore the operational realities behind healthcare transformation, discussing why value-based care remains difficult to execute, the growing pressures facing Medicare Advantage organizations, and what separates high-performing healthcare organizations from those struggling with complexity. The conversation also dives into care delivery integration, member experience, the future of AI in healthcare, and the leadership lessons that come from operating at the intersection of clinical quality, financial sustainability, and organizational growth.

Whether you're a healthcare executive, payer leader, provider organization, or simply interested in the future of healthcare, this episode offers practical insights on scaling operations, improving outcomes, and navigating an increasingly complex healthcare landscape.