Health systems are increasingly turning to virtual second opinions (VSOs) as a strategic lever to extend global reach, differentiate in competitive markets, and unlock long-term value. In this episode of The Strategy Catalyst Dispatch, we speak with Jarrett Fowler, Senior Director of Strategic and International Initiatives at NCHL and leader of USCIPP, a consortium supporting over 60 U.S. hospitals with international patient programs.

Anika Rasheed, Senior Analyst, and Jerome Pagani, Executive Director of Strategy Catalyst, unpack the insights Jarrett shares on the rise of international and domestic VSO programs. From identifying high-opportunity regions and specialties to navigating legal barriers and building scalable infrastructure, this episode offers a roadmap for CSOs evaluating where VSOs fit into their enterprise strategy. The conversation also explores emerging best practices for physician engagement, partnerships, and aligning VSO models with system strengths.

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