Reimagining the Safety Net with Tesa Anewishki of Loretto Hospital
Reimagining the Safety Net with Tesa Anewishki of Loretto Hospital  
Podcast: Becker’s Healthcare Podcast
Published On: Thu Mar 05 2026
Description: In this episode, Tesa Anewishki, CEO and President of Loretto Hospital, shares how her team is preparing for Medicaid cuts and rising uncompensated care while doubling down on access, partnerships, and workforce investment. She discusses launching a hospital based free grocery store, strengthening community collaborations, and advocating for sustainable funding to close health equity gaps on Chicago’s West Side.