Bellin Health Prescription for Life

This month, we hear the Lifesaver story of Ryan Good, CEO of Health and Wholeness in the Green Bay, Wisconsin area. Ryan has also been a pioneer in creating a group that works to address mental health stigma and concerns in men with a group called "Dudes and Tacos." Learn more about Ryan's story and how men can receive mental health support in our communities. Hosted by Emplify Health by Bellin Wellness Consultant, Linda Golik.

Spreading health and wellbeing may be easier than you think, and our first Lifesaver story of 2025, Jamy Xiong illustrates how connection and creativity truly does save lives. Hear her story, hosted by Bellin Health, Health & Wellbeing Consultant, Linda Golik.

On this segment we are joined by Bellin Health Senior Vice President of General Counsel, Pete Vandenhouten. Pete shares a personal story of the loss of his son Michael to suicide. If you are someone you know is struggling with a mental health issue, please reach out for help. The national suicide crisis hotline is 988.

Welcome Debbie Patz, Vice President of Bellin Health Psychiatric Center as we discuss how to manage both your personal and work relationships. Hosted by Bellin Health Wellbeing Consultant, Linda Golik.

What are the secrets to staying active and healthy? Hear from Bellin Women's Half Marathon Race Director, Linda Maxwell on how you can make fitness work for you and your lifestyle.

We all know the difference between a job we love to go and a job we don't. But what may be the reason you dread going to work? It may be a lack of psychological safety which can negatively impact your emotional and physical health. Find out how Bellin Health started a program under the leadership of life long surgeon, Dr. Steven Gerndt to improve culture and surgical outcomes thus benefiting everyone touched by the organization.

How might you react if you got a second chance at life? In this episode we talk to a patient that got that second chance and is now giving back. Hear more of Mike's story and from our Bellin Foundation President, Molly Vandervest on learn how you can make a difference in someone's life as well.

How might you react if you got a second chance at life? In this episode we talk to a patient that got that second chance and is now giving back. Hear more of Mike's story and from our Bellin Foundation President, Molly Vandervest on learn how you can make a difference in someone's life as well.

With rising food costs affecting us all, how do we make healthy choices and stay within our budgets? Bellin Health Registered Dietician, Lee Hyrkas is here to help us sort through the questions along with Health and Wellbeing Consultant, Linda Golik.

Bellin Health offers free spiritual care as well as help with advance care directives. What is an advance care directive and why should you get one? Learn more from Maria Lodenkamp and Bellin Health Wellness Consultant, Linda Golik.

If you or someone you know is struggling with infertility, you are not alone and there is help. Hear from Bellin Health RN and Fertility coordinator, Jane Duelke-Staszak on how Bellin can help you have the family of your dreams.

How is children's health different and what do we need to pay attention to so we can provide the best health care to our kids? Hear more from Bellin Health Pediatrician, Dr. Caitlin Barr to learn more.

A sense of belonging is directly connected to someone being able to obtain improved health and wellbeing. Hear from Bellin Health Vice President of Learning and Development, Anne Hale on how Bellin prioritized belonging and how you can also improve it in your own life.

Find some free easy ways to move more and be inspired by Bellin Health Fitness Trainer, Liza Margelofsky.

We know that health and wellbeing are an important part of benefits in a workplace, but what are the deeper ways that we get to the root of what motivates people to take care of themselves. In this episode of "Do I matter? Yes I do!" we examine how to make people feel valued so that they can be the best version of themselves. We are joined by Bellin Health Vice President of Business & Community Health, Randy Van Straten for some insights of connecting with people to help them know that they matter.

A sense of belonging is directly connected to someone being able to obtain improved health and wellbeing. Hear from Bellin Health Vice President of Learning and Development, Anne Hale on how Bellin prioritized belonging and how you can also improve it in your own life.

Sleep may just be the most underrated healthy behavior so how do we make it a priority? Learn more from Bellin Health Lifestyle Medicine RN, Brittany Kurtz on why sleep matters and how to get the help you may need.

Is a sedentary lifestyle hurting you? Bellin Health Physical Therapist, Amber Puissant helps us learn some simple ideas for getting more active throughout the day.

How can we eat to fuel our bodies, fight disease, and have enjoyment? Bellin Health Registered Dietician joins us this month to talk about how to have it all when it come to nutrition. Hosted by Linda Golik, Bellin Health Health & Wellbeing Consultant.

Does posture and movement affect your health? Learn more from Bellin Health Physical Therapist, Eric Bader on what you can do to "get it straight."

Do you have a Primary Care Provider (PCP)? Hear from Bellin Health Nurse Practioner Dylan Valentine on why you should have one and what they can do to make your health and your life better.

For this special episode, we welcome a dermatologist from our partner, Gundersen Health Care System, Dr. April Farrell. Dr. Farrell will help us learn about why we need to pay attention to our skin and how to make sure that it contributes positively to our overall health and wellbeing.

The skin on your body plays many roles so how do you best care for it and what should you do if you have a concern? Hear from Bellin Health Family Practice Nurse Practioner, Dylan Valentine on what to look for and how to prevent aging and skin cancer.

If you feel like you have some anxiety type feelings, this episode is for you. Find out what is considered normal anxious feelings versus a full anxiety disorder that may require medical treatment. This episode features Bellin Health Licensed Behavior Health Therapist, Pam Baranczyk.

Is mental health a factor in physical wellbeing? Hear from Bellin Health Licensed Behavior Health Therapist, Pam Baranczyk on the important topic of mental health and wellbeing.

Chronic stress is dangerous to both our physical and emotional health. Hear the story of how Molly Vandervest, Vice President of the Bellin Health foundation found help with her stress from RN Health Coach, Sandy Treichel. You won't to miss this incredible heart warming story. 

How important is gut health? It may be more important than you think but it is also easily impacted by good health habits. Learn more here from Bellin Health Registered Dietician, Carrie Taicher.

It's heart so it only seems natural that we would chat with Bellin Health cardiac surgeon, Dr. Steven Gerndt. "Heart Strong" takes on a whole new meaning when we talk with Dr. G so you won't want to mean this loved filled episode.

As we kick off Season 2 of Prescription for Life, we meet Vice President of Business and Community Health, Randy Van Straten. Randy share with us Bellin's evolution of how they work with businesses and in the community to help impact the health and wellbeing of our communities. Hear Randy's thoughts on what health and wellbeing mean in today's businesses and how you can impact change in your organizations.

The holiday season is a time for peace and joy but those family ties can bring extra stress and anxiety. Bellin Health Director of Outpatient Care at the Bellin Psychiatric Center joins us for a discussion on how the make the most of the holidays for ourselves and for our families while managing our own wellbeing.

Is it possible to help engage your family in healthy behaviors and have them help bring balance so they whole family can achieve a healthier lifestyle? Our special guest and Bellin Health Coach Julie Johnson shares how she handles the demands of a family along with keeping everyone including herself on the path to a healthier lifestyle.

The lines of work and home have blurred more than ever, and people are trying to find balance. In this episode we talk to Bellin Health Physician Recruiter, Maureen Wouters about how she balances a busy work and home life.

Substance use issues may be affecting either you or someone you care about. Is there anything you can do to help? On this episode, we hear from Bellin Health Licensed Therapist, Morgan Phillips on what we can do is we suspect someone we love has a substance use issue.

What we should and should not eat can get really confusing. Bellin Health Registered Dietician, Lee Hyrkas shares some ideas of where to start to get more nutritious foods into your diet.

Some people believe that they need less sleep than the average person, but the reality is that lack of sleep can take a toll on your health. Bellin Health Sleep Clinic Nurse Practitioner, Kara Rottier joins us for this episode addressing the importance of sleep. Listen here to learn how to make sleep a priority so that you can have better health and wellbeing.

All of us deal with stress on a daily basis, but how do we continue to combat stress in our changing world? On this episode of Prescription for Life, Linda Golik, Health & Wellbeing Consultant for Bellin Health is joined by Emergency Room Physician, Dr. Brad Burmeister. Dr. B shares his perspective of stress by what he sees in his role at Bellin as well as shares how he has managed his own stress during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Do you want to feel "happier?" Do you want to feel fulfilled in your every day life? Greg Kettner, the owner of Work Happy, shares with us some of his tips for working laughter into our days so that we can have joy filled lives. Hosted by Bellin Health Health and Wellbeing Consultant Linda Golik, we also learn how laughter can help our stress and help us to build stronger relationships.

When was the last time you laughed? We have learned a lot about the physical and mental health benefits of laughing more. Bellin Health Business and Community Health Account Executive shares how laughter has changed her life along with Health and Wellbeing Consultant Linda Golik.

Spring is around the corner and this is a great time to commit to being fit! This episode features special guest, Linda Maxwell who is the Assistant Race Director to the Bellin Run. Hear her story and how she got yourself on the path to physical and mental wellness by using her passions and abilities.

Bad habits can take a toll on our health over time. Whether you smoke, use food as comfort or find yourself spending too much time on social media, you can make changes that can make a big difference. Hear from Bellin Health Behavior Health Therapist, Charles LaTorre and Health & Wellbeing Consultant Linda Golik on ways to start to turn those behaviors around.

What are really the best foods for you? Where do you start? Hear from Bellin Health Registered Dietician Lee Hyrkas and Health and Wellbeing Consultant Linda Golik on some simple tips for better nutrition in the real world.

Sleep is something that we may want more of but feel like we don't have the time for it. Dr. April Shepherd, Director of Sleep Medicine at Bellin Health explains the importance of sleep and how to start making your sleep more impactful to your life. Dr. Shepherd along with Health and Wellness Consultant Linda Golik discuss this important pillar in the Bellin Health Lifestyle Medicine Service Line and how we can help you to get more zzzs.

Bellin Health, a health care leader in Wisconsin, is brining practical advice to improve your health and wellbeing before you have to step into a doctor's office. Learn from experts in nutrition, fitness, sleep, stress management, and more with our Lifestyle Medicine care teams. This episode will give you some background on the creation of the podcast and what to look forward to in the future.