Leading Rural Hospitals Through Financial Pressure and Change with Joe Caristi

Leading Rural Hospitals Through Financial Pressure and Change with Joe Caristi

April 27, 2026 · 8 min

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Joe Caristi discusses the financial challenges faced by rural hospitals and the role of technology and AI in overcoming these issues.

This episode recorded live at the Becker’s 16th Annual Meeting features Joe Caristi, Chief Financial Officer, Speare Memorial Hospital, discussing navigating financial challenges in rural healthcare, investing in technology and teams, and using AI to reduce workforce strain while sustaining community care. In collaboration with Insight Global .

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