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Success in Chaos

Success in Chaos

By: Angela Adams RN and Kandice Garcia Tomkins RN
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Success in Chaos features conversations with healthcare leaders, operators, and influencers driving success in the face of rapid and sometimes unforeseen change. Join our hosts, Angela Adams, RN, CEO of Inflo Health, and Kandice Garcia Tomkins, RN, Quality Director for the ACR Learning Network, as they explore what it takes to make healthcare work for patients, clinicians, and our communities. These conversations transcend the healthcare industry and speak to resiliency, adaptability, and compassion in the face of uncertainty.

About our hosts
Angela, CEO of Inflo Health, has been a hospital change agent and now propels AI and clinical innovation.

Kandice, Quality Director at the ACR Learning Network, has guided system-wide changes and improved quality across more than 20 health systems.


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Episodes
  • After the Chaos: Our conversation with Kara Trott
    Jun 27 2025

    In this "After the Chaos" episode, Kandice and Angela unpack their conversation with healthcare innovator Kara Trott. They delve into Kara's strategic approach to navigating and solving the complexities of healthcare through rigorous data analysis, patient-centric storytelling, and empathy-driven solutions. Kandice and Angela discuss Kara's visionary foresight, emphasizing the importance of slowing down to fully understand problems before rushing to solutions, and discuss her remarkable ability to stay relevant in the ever-evolving healthcare landscape. This conversation is a must-listen for leaders seeking actionable insights on sustaining innovation and effective leadership in healthcare.

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    11 mins
  • Understanding the Patient's Journey through Chaos: A conversation with Kara Trott
    Jun 26 2025

    Angela and Kandice welcome healthcare innovator Kara Trott, founder and former CEO of Quantum Health. In this inspiring episode, Kara shares insights from her incredible journey of transforming consumer healthcare navigation into a billion-dollar business.

    Kara’s new book, No One Alone: Humanizing Healthcare as an Outsider, explores how empathy, consumer-centric approaches, and strategic innovation can profoundly impact healthcare. Listen in to discover how embracing the consumer experience, leveraging outsider perspectives, and building mission-driven companies can effectively disrupt the chaos of healthcare.

    You can click here to purchase your copy of No One Alone!

    Episode chapter guide:

    03:12 A Journey from Law to Healthcare

    05:16 The Motivation Behind Writing 'No One Alone'

    08:38 Foundations of Quantum Health: Data and Patient Journey

    09:37 Understanding Consumer Behavior in Healthcare

    20:24 Navigating the Chaos of Healthcare

    23:18 Keys to Success in a Chaotic Environment

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    28 mins
  • After the Chaos: Our conversation with John Hill
    May 19 2025

    In this episode of After the Chaos, Kandice and Angela reflect on their discussion with John Hill, emphasizing the importance of authenticity, clarity, and the balance between logistics and humanity in leadership. They explore how effective communication and a clear mission can drive success in organizations, particularly in healthcare. The conversation also touches on the potential for innovation that arises from chaotic situations, highlighting the need for leaders to navigate both the logistical and human aspects of their roles.


    Episode chapter guide:

    00:00 After the Chaos: Reflections on the conversation with John Hill

    02:20 The Importance of Clarity in Leadership

    04:54 Balancing Management and Humanity in Leadership

    09:36 Finding Beauty in Chaos and Innovation

    10:58 Conclusion and Reflections on Leadership



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    12 mins
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