Dr. Schoch and Therasa host Dr. Mickey Tripathi and discuss the history and importance of network interoperability in healthcare. Tripathi explains that TEFCA (Trusted Exchange Framework and Common Agreement) is a critical milestone in the industry's journey towards interoperability. He emphasizes the need for network-to-network interoperability and the incremental value that TEFCA offers. The trio then discuss various barriers to adoption, including the need for interoperability to be easier than using fax machines. Dr. Tripathi highlights the role of sister agencies in the federal government in driving adoption and the importance of collaboration between public and private sectors. The conversation concludes with the recognition that interoperability at scale that drives impact in healthcare is a collaborative effort involving various stakeholders.