Podcasts about Carilion Clinic

In this episode, Molly Gamble, Vice President of Editorial at Becker's Healthcare, joins Scott Becker to discuss the resilience of Florida hospitals during Hurricane Milton, the modest progress of AI in healthcare, and a heartfelt tribute to Nancy Agee's incredible leadership at Carilion Clinic.

In today's episode, we delve into the world of PET scans and other imaging modalities crucial for accurate diagnosis and staging of breast cancer. We are joined by two incredible guests: Dr. Kiser, the Medical Director of Molecular Imaging for Carilion Clinic, and Pam Kohl, a patient advocate living with metastatic breast cancer.Dr. Kiser provides an in-depth explanation of PET scans, particularly focusing on FDG and FES (also known as Cerianna) PET scans. FDG-PET scans use radioactive glucose to highlight cancerous tissues, while FES-PET scans target estrogen receptors, making them highly specific for ER-positive breast cancer. Dr. Kiser emphasizes the revolutionary impact of these imaging techniques in both diagnostics and therapeutics.Pam shares her personal experience with breast cancer, highlighting the importance of advocating for oneself. Diagnosed with early-stage breast cancer in 2009, Pam experienced a recurrence in 2017, which led to a stage 4 metastatic diagnosis. Her story underscores the critical role of PET scans in detecting metastasis early and informing effective treatment plans. Pam's experience with FES-PET scans has been particularly transformative, allowing her medical team to tailor her treatment precisely to her cancer's characteristics.SURVIVINGBREASTCANCER.ORGAttend a free virtual SurvivingBreastCancer.org event:https://www.survivingbreastcancer.org/eventsFollow us on InstagramSurvivingBreastCancer.org: https://www.survivingbreastcancer.org/Breast Cancer Conversations: https://www.instagram.com/breastcancerconversations/About SurvivingBreastCancer.org: SurvivingBreastCancer.org, Inc. (SBC) is a federally recognized 501(c)(3) non-profit virtual platform headquartered in Boston with a national and global reach. Through education, community, and resources, SurvivingBreastCancer.org supports women and men going through breast cancer. We provide a sanctuary of strength, compassion, and empowerment, where those diagnosed with cancer unite to share their stories, learn invaluable coping strategies to manage wellness and mental health, and find solace in the unbreakable bond that fuels hope, resilience, and the courage to conquer adversity.Support the Show.

This episode of VHHA's Patients Come First podcast features Dr. Michael O'Malley, an orthopaedic surgeon at Carilion Clinic, who has served as a team physician for professional athletes in the world of baseball, basketball, and hockey. Dr. O'Malley joins us for a conversation about his work, his time as team physician with USA Hockey, his past as a college hockey player, and more. Send questions, comments, feedback, or guest suggestions to pcfpodcast@vhha.com or contact us on X (Twitter) or Instagram using the #PatientsComeFirst hashtag.

This episode of VHHA's Patients Come First podcast features Dr. Mark Witcher, a functional neurosurgeon with Carilion Clinic, who joins us for a conversation about his work with patients experiencing movement disorders, chronic pain, epilepsy, and to discuss a recent trip he and neurosurgery residents took to a far away nation at the top of the work to help patients and share their expertise. Send questions, comments, feedback, or guest suggestions to pcfpodcast@vhha.com or contact us on X (Twitter) or Instagram using the #PatientsComeFirst hashtag.

This episode of VHHA's Patients Come First podcast features Dr. Bob Trestman, Chair of Psychiatry and Behavioral Medicine at Carilion Clinic for a conversation about his work, mental health, collaboration with the Virginia Coordinated Clinical Research Network, and more. Send questions, comments, feedback, or guest suggestions to pcfpodcast@vhha.com or contact us on X (Twitter) or Instagram using the #PatientsComeFirst hashtag.

Today we are buzzing about nonprofit champion Bryan "Harvest Blaque" Hancock: spoken word artist phenom; hip hop musician extraordinaire; artist-in-residence at Carilion Clinic; youth development leader at Boys and Girls Clubs; writer/producer/director at the Hip Hop Lab at Jefferson Center; church deacon, DJ, and self-proclaimed supergeek.Bryan has starred in three episodes of BUZZ. Most famously he co-wrote and performed the song “It's Here” that highlights Roanoke's vibrant arts and culture scene and its importance in attracting new business to the region.On today's episode, BUZZ creator Michael Hemphill revisits Bryan's work in those shows while also chatting about his upcoming sophomore album, The Care Package. We'll play a couple of tracks from that album and find out what makes Bryan ... buzz!Are you a nonprofit with an event that we could help promote? Or a marketing problem we could help fix? Contact us and we'll share on an upcoming episode.- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - FOLLOW US:F A C E B O O K ➜ http://facebook.com/buzz4good​​I N S T A G R A M ➜ http://instagram.com/buzz4good​​L I N K E D I N ➜ https://www.linkedin.com/company/buzz4goodY O U T U B E ➜ http://youtube.com/c/buzz4goodW E B S I T E ➜ http://buzz4good.com​​- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - The United States has more than 1.5 million nonprofits — from homeless shelters, food banks and rescue squads to children's choirs, science museums and animal refuges — that employ one out of every 10 Americans. Like any company, nonprofits have salaries and bills to pay, a budget to balance. They require money. And if enough people don't know about them, don't believe in them, don't support them — in short, if they lack BUZZ — they suffer and die.

We are thrilled to bring you another enlightening episode of The ASHHRA Podcast. In this episode, we feature an exclusive conversation with Paul Hudgins, SVP and CHRO of Carilion Clinic.Join our hosts, Bo and Luke, as they explore the scenic setting of Roanoke with Paul and discuss the pressing needs and strategies within HR in the healthcare sector. Here's what you can expect from this engaging episode:1. Discovering Roanoke: Paul shares his personal experiences and the alluring beauty of Roanoke, a gem surrounded by majestic mountains and serene lakes. Whether you're considering a move or seeking a peaceful getaway, Roanoke's charm is sure to appeal.2. Navigating Healthcare HR Challenges: From staffing shortages to the implications of remote work, Paul discusses the complex landscape of healthcare HR. Learn how Carilion Clinic is addressing these challenges head-on through innovative strategies.3. Insights on Leadership and Employee Retention: Gain valuable insights as Paul shares his approach to leadership and the importance of nurturing a connection to the organization's mission. Plus, discover how Carilion's partnership with educational institutions is helping to pave a brighter future for its team.4. Personal Rituals and Work-Life Balance: In a time when disconnecting is more important than ever, Paul and our hosts share their personal routines for decompression and maintaining a healthy work-life balance.5. The Importance of Kindness in Leadership: Hear how simple acts of kindness can significantly impact workplace atmosphere and employee retention, with Carilion seeing a noteworthy return of former employees.This episode is packed with valuable lessons and touching stories that underscore the importance of adaptive leadership and personal fulfillment in the fast-evolving world of healthcare HR. Tune in to this profound discussion that is sure to provide you with fresh perspectives on managing and thriving in the healthcare industry.Thank you for your continued support and engagement. We look forward to bringing you more thought-provoking content.This episode is sponsored by RxBenefits... Unlock Pharmacy Plan Potential!Your employees expect top-tier medical benefits, like comprehensive care access. But how can you balance these expectations against rising costs, across your full benefits portfolio? Find savings and opportunities in your most highly utilized benefit - your pharmacy plan. Did you know that hospital employees fill 25% more prescriptions each year than other industries? How can you tell if all those prescriptions were needed, or if you could have had significant cost savings by filling at your own hospital pharmacies?Contact RxBenefits today to learn more: https://rxbene.fit/48n8VS8 Support the Show.

Exciting insights from our latest episode of The ASHHRA Podcast featuring Dr. Rawle “Tony” Seupaul, EVP and Chief Physician Executive at Carilion Clinic! In an illuminating discussion, Dr. Seupaul shares his expert perspective on the intersection of healthcare and technology and the critical role of HR in these dynamic times.

We had the pleasure of hosting Jeanne Armentrout, the Chief Administrative Officer at Carilion Clinic, who shared invaluable insights from her extensive career in healthcare administration and human resources.Jeanne's journey from a registered nurse to the pinnacle of HR leadership at Carilion Clinic offers a fascinating story of career evolution, underscoring the power of growth and flexibility in one's career path. This episode is a treasure trove for anyone invested in leadership development and employee engagement.Highlights from the Episode:1. Leadership and Employee Engagement:Jeanne discusses the critical role leaders play in fostering a workplace culture that prioritizes employee engagement and development. Her approach of "only ask what you can do something about" in employee surveys has revolutionized feedback mechanisms at Carilion.2. The Importance of Servant Leadership:Emphasizing a “servant leadership” style, Jeanne shares how supporting the success of others—be it superiors, peers, or direct reports—creates a reciprocal environment of trust and success.3. Communication and Growth:The necessity of clear, varied, and interactive communication is highlighted as a cornerstone for nurturing a engaged and informed workforce. Jeanne's innovative changes to standard communication, such as integrating podcasts and videos, have kept content fresh and accessible.4. Developing a Problem-Solving Mindset:Jeanne encourages leaders to adopt a proactive problem-solving attitude, advising that employees always bring potential solutions when presenting problems. She believes empowering employees to participate in solution-finding can significantly enhance operational effectiveness.A Little More About Jeanne:Besides her leadership at Carilion Clinic, Jeanne's passions include music and being an advocate for work life-balance, which she regards as crucial for decompressing and maintaining productivity in high-stress environments.For a deeper dive into these topics and more, tune into this insightful episode, available now on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and our website. Gain from Jeanne's experience to potentially transform your own approaches to HR and leadership.Stay tuned for more enriching content and don't forget to send us your feedback which helps us grow and improve.This episode is sponsored by RxBenefits... Unlock Pharmacy Plan Potential!Your employees expect top-tier medical benefits, like comprehensive care access. But how can you balance these expectations against rising costs, across your full benefits portfolio? Find savings and opportunities in your most highly utilized benefit - your pharmacy plan. Did you know that hospital employees fill 25% more prescriptions each year than other industries? How can you tell if all those prescriptions were needed, or if you could have had significant cost savings by filling at your own hospital pharmacies?Contact RxBenefits today to learn more: https://rxbene.fit/48n8VS8 Support the Show.

We had the pleasure of sitting down with Nancy Howell Agee, the dynamic CEO of Carilion Clinic, in person at their corporate office in Roanoke, Virginia. The episode took a deep dive into the workings of a major health system and the significant impact of leadership and innovation on healthcare. Here are some highlights from this enlightening discussion:

Host Dr. Joshua Liu, Co-founder & CEO of SeamlessMD, and marketing colleague, Alan Sardana, chat with Dr. Marcus Speaker, Associate CMIO at Carilion Clinic, about "Balancing AI Adoption with Value, How Coffee Machines Foster Greater Connection, Using Existing Tech to Its Full Capacity, and more." Find all of our network podcasts on your favorite podcast platforms and be sure to subscribe and like us. Learn more at www.healthcarenowradio.com/listen/

On this episode of The Digital Patient, Dr. Joshua Liu, Co-founder & CEO of SeamlessMD, and marketing colleague, Alan Sardana, chat with Dr. Marcus Speaker, Associate Chief Medical Information Officer at Carilion Clinic, about "Balancing AI Adoption with Value, How Coffee Machines Foster Greater Connection, Using Existing Tech to Its Full Capacity, and more..."

The reinvention of a Virginia city built by railway robber barons as a biotech hub defies default strategies of trying to attract new players to do what was done by the companies that left or closed. The story of Roanoke shares the cover of the rebooted print edition of Governing magazine* with a feature on what states are doing to increase the availability and affordability of housing.Governing Editor Alan Greenblatt discusses the magazine's return to print after five years of being web-only. Greenblatt emphasizes the value of a physical magazine for high-level government officials, providing in-depth analysis and innovative ideas on pressing issues. The magazine aims to offer a thoughtful and lasting resource that readers can reference on their desks, offering a break from the overwhelming flood of web-based information.The cover stories feature Roanoke's successful transition to biotech and the growing concern of housing shortages addressed by state policymakers.Here are the takeaways from this episode: SHOW NOTES Solving the Economic Development Puzzle: Roanoke, Va., faced economic hardship when two Fortune 500 companies closed their headquarters. It was situation familiar to many communities that have lost major employers, leading to prolonged efforts to rebuild. However, Roanoke chose a different path. The city went all in on biotech, leveraging existing resources like Carilion Clinic and a new medical school from Virginia Tech. The shift resulted in a thriving biotech research institute that grew from one to over 500 employees.Shift in State Involvement in Housing: States are increasingly recognizing the widespread need for affordable and quality housing, leading them to take a more active role previously reserved for local governments.Zoning Policy Reform: States are reconsidering zoning policies, traditionally a local concern, as a factor contributing to housing cost increases and supply constraints. They are exploring changes to zoning laws to encourage more diverse housing options: West Coast: States like Oregon, Washington and California are permitting multifamily buildings in single-family areas to increase housing density. East Coast: Pennsylvania's Whole-Home Repairs policy offers grants to homeowners for essential repairs, aiming to preserve existing housing stock. Meanwhile, Rhode Island explores a public developer model, inspired by Montgomery County, Md., to build mixed-income housing. Mountain West: Colorado purposefully introduced multiple housing reform bills with overlapping coalitions to build a broad base of support for legislative change. It has also taken administrative action to reduce turnaround for permitting and eliminate mandatory parking. Colorado took a page from what worked in Montana, which pursued policies that require cities to allow duplexes and accessory dwelling units in single-family areas to address housing affordability and supply issues. While zoning policy reform may address higher housing costs associated with restrictive zoning, it doesn't necessarily lead to immediate cost reduction. Importance of Transit Proximity: Progressive lawmakers recognize the benefits of building dense housing near transit hubs to reduce car dependency and improve efficiency in moving people.The issue also covers the turnover among school superintendents, citizenship for American Indians, city lobbying and the impact of clean energy credits. Our editors used ChatGPT 4.0 to summarize the episode in bullet form to help create the show notes. The main image for this story was created using DALL-E 3. Listen to this episode on the player below or subscribe for free on YouTube or the podcast app of your choice — Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Audacy and Audible.  

Gary, the visionary founder of the Neurosurgery department and Residency Program at Carilion Clinic and Virginia Tech Carilion School of Medicine, dedicated decades to advancing the field before retiring from clinical practice in 2020. Despite stepping back from surgery, his passion for education persists as he holds positions as Professor at Virginia Tech School of Neuroscience and VTCSOM. A sought-after speaker, Gary shares his expertise globally and has authored three books on combating burnout and fostering resilience. His debut novel, "Deaths Pale Flag," a gripping medical and psychological thriller, marks an exciting new chapter in his career.

Get ready to revolutionize the way you perceive leadership structures with Sara Kagarise and Cory Colton. The authors of the article, "The Strength of Two: The Dyad Partnership and Coaching," are here to unravel the intriguing concept of dyad partnerships in healthcare. Prepare to be engrossed as we discuss the power of nurturing meaningful dialogues between clinical and administrative leaders, how such partnerships spur successful outcomes, and the various challenges and triumphs associated with implementing this structure. Sara Kagarise is an Industrial and Organizational Psychology Practitioner and serves as a Senior Leadership Consultant and Coach for Carilion Clinic's Institute for Leadership Effectiveness. Sara holds credentials as a Professional Certified Coach through the International Coaching Federation, a Project Management Professional through Project Management International, and a certified ROI Professional through the ROI Institute. Cory Colton, Senior Director of Carilion Clinic's Institute for Leadership Effectiveness, is passionate about helping leaders and teams excel with joy, energy, and authenticity. Cory has over 20 years of experience in organizational learning and leadership development across multiple industries: hospitality, financial services, telecommunications, automotive, and healthcare.How about a leadership structure that goes beyond traditional roles and responsibilities, promoting a culture of wisdom and gratitude? Sara and Cory delve into the challenges linked to setting up a dyad structure, encompassing vital aspects like fostering communication, building trust, and striking the right balance of power. They also spotlight the potential benefits of dyad leadership and coaching, including increased collaboration, improved decision-making, and better outcomes. This episode is a must-listen for anyone keen on understanding the intricacies of dyad leadership in healthcare and beyond. Join us on this enlightening journey!Watch the full interview by clicking hereFind the full article here: https://bit.ly/BTP1SKCC Grab your free issue of choice Magazine here - https://choice-online.com/ In this episode, I talk with Sara Kagarise and Cory Colton about their article published in our September 2023 issue.

Don't try to impress me with big words Speak so I understand you Episode 172 (Gary is based in North Carolina) In this conversation with Gary Simonds we explore: Recognizing the language of your profession and expertise The challenge that language creates for your patients, clients, colleagues Speaking to be clearly understood is not brain surgery How clear understanding builds trust How an analogy can help convey the message  The damage when we assume that we speak the same language How ego of an expert can interfere with clear communication Are you aware of how many different technical languages you speak? Why you need to check with your audience on their understanding The power of analogy, simile and clichés Why you need to be prepared for how you present the message About our guest Gary Simonds: Gary is a neurosurgeon who created and developed a university-level neurosurgery department and residency training program at Virginia Tech and the Carilion Clinic in Virginia. He has written three non-fiction books and a a recently released novel, Death's Pale Flag, focusing on professional burnout and building personal resilience. Learn more about his books at https://garyrsimonds.com/ ----- Excerpts from this conversation with Gary Simonds: And quite often, you know, people would be there nodding as if everybody understood you would leave the room and they go, what the heck did they just tell us? ----- I think it also helps, after delivering your intended message to ask them specifically, what do you understand about what I've been telling you? What do you understand about the problem right now or the issue right now. And you can be really shocked sometimes, because you may think I've just made it as clear as can be. And they come back with something that is in no way close to what your message was. So then you're going to have to refine it and readdress it and repeat it. And Gary, I can see that same a similar scenario playing out in a meeting room. Perhaps the the president of the company, or maybe the VP of engineering has come in and explained a project or a problem. And simply believe that because they explained it for themselves that everyone in the room understands. And perhaps that's a good time to go to the room and saying, Who here would like to tell me what your understanding is of what I just said? And if anyone's brave enough to go and say that, then that leader might find that they didn't get across their message? I absolutely thinks that you have to have been in those scenarios, haven't you, George? Very much. So yes. And and there are times and I admit there were times when I was reluctant to speak up? Because I didn't want to be the only person that I thought who didn't understand. And so you're not going to say I didn't understand, please explain it to me, because you're you're the junior guy. Right? And you don't want to be the one person with and yet you look around the room and you notice that nobody else is getting it. ----- ----more---- Your host is George Torok George is a specialist in executive communication skills. That includes conversation and presentation. He's fascinated by way we communicate and influence behaviors. He delivers training and coaching programs to help leaders and promising professionals deliver the intended message for greater success. Connect with George www.SpeechCoachforExecutives.com https://www.linkedin.com/in/georgetorokpresentations/ https://www.youtube.com/user/presentationskills https://www.instagram.com/georgetorok/  

More than 2 out of 5 residents are burned out, with female and second-year residents particularly at risk, according to the AMA's exclusive Organizational Well-being Assessment report.  Joining to discuss the report's key findings and implications in recognition of National Physician Suicide Awareness Day is Mark Greenawald, MD, vice chair of Academic Affairs, Well-being, and Professional Development in the Department of Family and Community Medicine at Carilion Clinic and vice chair of Family and Community Medicine at the Virginia Tech Carilion School of Medicine, in Roanoke, Va. American Medical Association CXO Todd Unger hosts.

Our guests: Patrick Yoder, PharmD Co-Founder and CEO Logic Stream Peter Ketchum Executive VP LogicStream Darren Jones, Pharm D, BCPS Pharmacy Director - Regulatory, Quality and Diversion The team from LogicStream, along with one of their customers, gives us an overview of their product and tells us why a facility should consider LogicStream over the competition when it comes to diversion software. Darren from Carilion Clinic shares with us why he selected this particular product and how it has helped him streamline the monitoring for diversion and improved the effectiveness of his program.

How important is faith when it comes to healing? We know science can only explain so much. These concepts can exist together. Lisa continues the interview today with our guest, Dr. Gary Simonds, a retired neurosurgeon who's treated tens of thousands of patients. Today he talks about burnout in the healthcare system, especially during and after Covid. He explains how we are all constantly depositing or withdrawing energy from our energy bank. When are not replenishing, we can get burnt out. We may feel like we are not contributing. Dr. Simonds has worked with world experts researching physician burnout and our healthcare system. He suggests how stillness and meditation are very beneficial to everyone. Dr. Simonds also describes what the brain actually looks like, its blood supply, and its need for constant oxygen. He talks about how social isolation impairs brain function. It is so important to seek out community. He further discusses the importance of sleep and rest for a healthy brain, and how mindfulness can provide a sense of balance as it can change the brain alignment.  He stresses the importance of keeping a positive attitude and focusing on resilience. Dr. Simonds suggests practicing gratitude and asks us to think of 3 things we are grateful for throughout the day. He explains how our brains actually have a different chemical reaction when looking for the positive. He suggests considering uplifting material or realizing something as simple as a smile. Sometimes we need to force ourselves to look for the positive. As a neurosurgeon, doctors typically look for the worst-case scenario, so they can plan in advance if something goes wrong. He talks about consciously directing thoughts toward possibilities and solutions. Dr. Simonds, as an expert neurosurgeon, also discusses how to deliver difficult news, while managing expectations.  He's had to do it so many times, with many patients and families. He explains how it's all about trust -- a delicate walk between honesty and compassion with empathy.  An expert on burnout and trauma, Dr. Simonds is the Founding Chief of Neurosurgery at the Carilion Clinic, Virginia Tech Carilion School of Medicine (retired) and the author of three non-fiction books. “Death's Pale Flag” is his first novel and his latest book. This is Part 2 of the interview. Info: GaryRSimonds.com.   

Science can only explain so much. Faith also plays a very important role. They are not opposed and can exist together as both strive to find the truth. It's just a matter of looking at the topic from different angles, according to our guest today, Dr. Gary Simonds, a retired neurosurgeon who's treated tens of thousands of patients. Today he talks about burnout in the healthcare system, especially during and after Covid. He stresses the importance of keeping a positive attitude and focusing on resilience. Dr. Simonds suggests practicing gratitude and asks us to think of 3 things we are grateful for throughout the day. He explains how our brains actually have a different chemical reaction when looking for the positive. He suggests considering uplifting material or realizing something as simple as a smile. Sometimes we need to force ourselves to look for the positive. As a neurosurgeon, doctors typically look for the worst-case scenario, so they can plan in advance if something goes wrong. He talks about consciously directing thoughts toward possibilities and solutions. Dr. Simonds, as an expert neurosurgeon, also discusses how to deliver difficult news, while managing expectations.  He's had to do it so many times, with many patients and families. He explains how it's all about trust -- a delicate walk between honesty and compassion with empathy. An expert on burnout and trauma, Dr. Simonds is the Founding Chief of Neurosurgery at the Carilion Clinic, Virginia Tech Carilion School of Medicine (retired) and the author of three non-fiction books. “Death's Pale Flag” is his first novel and his latest book. This is Part 1 of the interview. Info: GaryRSimonds.com

Bill welcomes debut novelist and retired neurosurgeon Gary Simonds to the show. Gary Simonds, MD is a retired neurosurgeon who's treated tens of thousands of patients. He's the Founding Chief of Neurosurgery at the Carilion Clinic, Virginia Tech Carilion School of Medicine (retired) and the author of three non-fiction books. Death's Pale Flag, BQB Publishing, is his first novel.

This episode of VHHA's Patients Come First podcast features an interview with Dr. Jennifer Wells, the Director of Women's Mental Health in Carilion Clinic's Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Health, for a conversation about her work to support patients experiencing mental health and substance use challenges, and more. Send questions, comments, feedback, or guest suggestions to pcfpodcast@vhha.com or contact us on Twitter or Instagram using the #PatientsComeFirst hashtag.

This episode of VHHA's Patients Come First podcast features an interview with Dennis Haley, a retired professional football player now working as Director of Quality Management at Carilion Clinic, for a conversation about his upbringing in the Roanoke area, his playing days, his transition to working with Carilion, an inspirational book he wrote about his own journey and obstacles, and more. Send questions, comments, feedback, or guest suggestions to pcfpodcast@vhha.com or contact us on Twitter or Instagram using the #PatientsComeFirst hashtag.

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This episode features Dr. Marcus Speaker, Associate Chief Medical Information Officer at Carilion Clinic. Here, he discusses his background and 22 years with Carilion, opportunities and headwinds he's keeping his eye on, and more.Want to network with peers and hear more conversations like this? Apply to be one of our complimentary guest reviewers at our upcoming HIT + Digital Health + RCM Meeting Oct, 3-6 2023 here.

This episode features Dr. Marcus Speaker, Associate Chief Medical Information Officer at Carilion Clinic. Here, he discusses his background and 22 years with Carilion, opportunities and headwinds he's keeping his eye on, and more.Want to network with peers and hear more conversations like this? Apply to be one of our complimentary guest reviewers at our upcoming HIT + Digital Health + RCM Meeting Oct, 3-6 2023 here.

This episode features Dr. Marcus Speaker, Associate Chief Medical Information Officer at Carilion Clinic. Here, he discusses his background and 22 years with Carilion, opportunities and headwinds he's keeping his eye on, and more.Want to network with peers and hear more conversations like this? Apply to be one of our complimentary guest reviewers at our upcoming HIT + Digital Health + RCM Meeting Oct, 3-6 2023 here.

Meet Our Guest: Suzanne S. Youngkin is the First Lady of Virginia and wife of Governor Glenn Youngkin. In addition to supporting her husband's campaign, her initiative Strengthen the Spirit of Virginia's Women+girls (W+g) focuses her time and travels on supporting public and private sector efforts to improve overall well-being, with special attention to the unprecedented increase in drug overdose, as well as accelerating workforce preparedness. Mrs. Youngkin continues to serve as President of the Phos Foundation and engage in an array of nonprofit activities while managing the affairs of a small equine farm in Northern Virginia. Married for almost 29 years, the couple has four children and are founding and active members of Holy Trinity Church (HTC) in McLean, Virginia.Key Insights: Suzanne Youngkin discusses her early days as First Lady of Virginia and shares her stance on the importance of women's sisterhood and leadership. ● First Days as First Lady. As First Lady, Suzanne has focused on empowering women and building a sisterhood of support for women in Virginia. She has spoken at events and worked to create opportunities for women to connect and collaborate, both within Virginia and across the country.● Sisterhood. Women are looking for a place to come together, join forces and problem-solve. COVID-19 highlighted the critical importance of sisterhood and fellowship because women felt a responsibility at home and in their communities.● Celebrate the Small Things. Suzanne addresses the challenges faced by younger women, suggesting that setting realistic expectations and celebrating small accomplishments are key to making a difference in the world. This episode is hosted by Nancy Howell Agee. She is a member of the Advisory Council for Her Story and President and Chief Executive Officer of Carilion Clinic.Relevant Links: Read more about Suzanne YoungkinStrengthen the Spirit of Virginia's Women and Girls

Meet Our Guest: Ashley Thompson serves as the Senior Vice President for Public Policy Analysis and Development at the American Hospital Association (AHA). Since 2015, she has been instrumental in providing direction and oversight for the formation and promotion of the AHA's policy positions. Ashley leads the formal policy development process of the AHA, which includes gathering input from prominent hospital leaders to address issues related to advocacy, public policy, and field leadership. Her tenure with the AHA spans over two decades, during which she has held various roles in shaping policy.Key Insights: Ashley Thompson discusses the current state of the healthcare landscape and the challenges faced by hospitals and the workforce.● Post-Pandemic. Ashley suggests that the pivot out of the pandemic should be used as an opportunity to change the way healthcare is delivered and financed in order to increase access, quality, patient satisfaction, and decrease the overall cost of care.● Lemons into Lemonade. After facing some discrimination as a woman in the workplace and being seen as an assistant despite her qualifications, Ashley sees these experiences as opportunities to carve her own path and make a difference.● Being True. Mentors and influencers that have made a difference in her career gave Ashley opportunities and taught her valuable lessons about being authentic and genuine, as well as the importance of flexibility.This episode is hosted by Nancy Howell Agee. She is a member of the Advisory Council for Her Story and President and Chief Executive Officer of Carilion Clinic.Relevant Links: Read Ashley's Q&AVisit the AHA's website

Meet Melinda Estes:Melinda Estes, MD is president and CEO of Saint Luke's Health System. She is also a board-certified neurologist and neuropathologist. Dr. Estes served as 2020 chair of American Hospital Association Board of Trustees. Prior to Saint Luke's, Dr. Estes was president and CEO of Fletcher Allen Health Care as well as CEO of Cleveland Clinic Florida. Dr. Estes received a bachelor's from Sam Houston State University, an M.D. from the University of Texas, and an MBA from Case Western Reserve University. Key Insights:Melinda Estes, M.D. reflects on her leadership career, and explores how we can bring more women to the table. 60% Is Good Enough. Dr. Estesencourages women to take on opportunities they may not be 100% qualified for. However, still always come prepared, you may still be held to a higher standard compared to your male colleagues. Finding a Good Mentor. Good mentors listen, give advice, act as a resource, and have some sense of what you are going through in your career. Also know that you need to actively seek out mentors.Advice for Young Leaders. If Dr. Estes could give her younger self some advice, it would be that patience is a virtue. Sometimes it just takes time for things to come your way.    This episode is hosted by Nancy Howell Agee. She is a member of the Advisory Council for Her Story and President and Chief Executive Officer of Carilion Clinic. Relevant Links:Read more about Melinda Estes, M.D.Read “Dr. Melinda Estes recognized as a 50 Most Influential Physician Executive and Leader by Modern Healthcare

Meet Anjali Kataria:Anjali Kataria is the CEO and Co-Founder of Mytonomy. She served in the Obama Administration as one of the first Entrepreneurs in Residence at the FDA. She also served as Senior Technology Advisor in the Office of the CIO to the President at the EOP. She also co-founded and was Chief Marketing Officer for Conformia Software. When that company was acquired by Oracle, she became Oracle's VP of Product Strategy. Her first entrepreneurial endeavor was Riva Commerce Inc, where Anjali served as co-founder and CEO. Anjali received a Bachelor's in Public Policy from Duke University and a Master's in Public Policy from Harvard University.  Key Insights:Anjali Kataria is a serial entrepreneur, with two decades of healthcare and enterprise software experience. Timing is Everything. Anjali's first company had a great software product, but ultimately folded. It was the best product of its type on the market, but implementation was too expensive. Anjali notes if the product had come out years later, advancements in technology would make implementation much more reasonable. The Power of Streaming. Mytonomy uses content streaming, like Netflix or Hulu, to help providers reach patients with health information. Patients can access the content in the comfort of their own homes and whenever is most convenient for them.Finding Your Balance. For Anjali, she strikes a balance between work and family over a two week to ten-day period. That is what works for her and her family. Each person will be fulfilled by different approaches to balance. This episode is hosted by Nancy Howell Agee. She is a member of the Advisory Council for Her Story and is the President and CEO of Carilion Clinic. Relevant Links:Learn more about MytonomyWatch “Mytonomy Announces TV Channel on the ROKU® Platform”

Mark Greenawald, MD, discusses the value of peer support among physicians and how to establish a peer support network in your practice. Dr. Greenawald is on faculty and serves as vice chair for academic affairs, well-being, and professional development at the Virginia Tech Carilion School of Medicine in Roanoke, Virginia. He is also medical director at Carilion Clinic's Institute of Leadership Effectiveness. American Medical Association CXO Todd Unger hosts. For more information on AMA's Recovery Plan for Physicians, visit: ama-assn.org/recovery Find out more about the PeerRDMed program here: https://www.peerrxmed.com/

On today's Buzz4Good, host Michael Hemphill talks with Greg Brock, CEO of Firefli digital marketing agency about the company's launch of Firefli Gives, a grant-based initiative aimed at helping nonprofits in Southwest Virginia thrive online.And proof that nonprofits really do everything in our society, Michael previews these two new episodes of BUZZ television show:Airing July 27 on PBS, BUZZ features arts organizations – including Carilion Clinic, Roanoke Symphony, Taubman Museum, 5 Points Music Sanctuary and Roanoke Cultural Endowment – working in "the healing arts." To kick off Season 3 on BUZZ, on August 10 we highlight the Emmy award-winning Grandin Theatre Film Lab in our first hour-long episode.And in the aftermath of Roe v. Wade being overturned, we look back on the 2021 BUZZ show starring Blue Ridge Women's Center, which provides help to women facing unplanned pregnancies.Are you a nonprofit with an event that we could help promote? Or a marketing problem we could help fix? Contact us and we'll share on an upcoming episode.- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - FOLLOW US:F A C E B O O K ➜ http://facebook.com/buzz4good​​I N S T A G R A M ➜ http://instagram.com/buzz4good​​L I N K E D I N ➜ https://www.linkedin.com/company/buzz...T W I T T E R ➜ http://twitter.com/buzz4good​​W E B S I T E ➜ http://buzz4good.com​​- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - The United States has more than 1.5 million nonprofits — from homeless shelters, food banks and rescue squads to children's choirs, science museums and animal refuges — that employ one out of every 10 Americans. Like any company, nonprofits have salaries and bills to pay, a budget to balance. They require money. And if enough people don't know about them, don't believe in them, don't support them — in short, if they lack BUZZ — they suffer and die.

Laura is a Roanoke/Salem native who has been on the music scene for almost 25 years. She is a recreational therapist with Carilion Clinic and has been working in the mental health field for over 4 years. While you'll likely find her behind a mic, Laura has a rich musical history-from recording studios, church choir, musical theater, jazz ensembles, classical training, and rock bands. She enjoys making music with friends and bringing joy to others through it. If she's not on stage, she's in the crowd dancing. Laura truly believes that music heals and bridges the gaps that divide us from one another.

The complaint heard around the world in every laundry lately has been the lack of available workers. Every laundry but one. The laundry at Carilion Clinic may have found the secret ingredient to not only retaining the employees they have but recruiting so well that they have sent potential workers to competitors! Hear from Thomas Mantey, RLLD, CLLM, Laundry Operations Manager, and Don McMullen, HR Consultant, Clinical Staff Teaching, about the Carilion Clinic efforts with the immigrant community in Roanoke.  To read the full article from ALM, please visit the ALM Industry Topics page.

Johnita shares details about the accident retold through her journals. How can life change so drastically and completely, in the blink of an eye?

Dr Jim Casey and I met thanks to ultra and pub running around the Roanoke region.  His medical background specializes in obstetrics and gynecology with Carilion Clinic.  His passion for adventure, family and travel compliments his love for helping people.  Jim excelled at the University of Virginia and the University of North Carolina making him a highly respected medical professional.  He is relatively new to ultra running and producing some impressive results.  His best life is yet to come.  This was a fun conversation and you'll surely enjoy it!

This episode of VHHA's Patients Come First podcast features an interview with Alicia McAllister-Daniels, MSN, RN, CPN, NE-BC, of Carilion Clinic for a conversation about the tragic loss of her husband, Alva, a respiratory therapist who took his own life after witnessing the devastation of COVID-19 on patients, the grieving and healing process, and the importance for health care providers experiencing emotional and mental health challenges to seek out treatment and coping resources. Send questions, comments, feedback, or guest suggestions to pcfpodcast@vhha.com, or contact us on Twitter or Instagram using the #PatientsComeFirst hashtag.

In our final episode of BLoS in conjunction with the American Society for Neurochemistry 2022 here in Roanoke, we speak with Dr. Robert Trestman, Chair of Psychiatry and Behavioral Medicine at Carilion Clinic and Professor at Virginia Tech Carilion School of Medicine about mental health during the pandemic and health care the past two years in Southwest Virginia. Content warning: mental illness, suicide

Today I am joined by Nancy Agee. She is the President and CEO of the Carilion Clinic serving over a million people in Virginia and West Virginia. Nancy is also the former chair of the American Hospital Association.   She is renowned for her leadership and has been named repeatedly to the Top 25 Women in Healthcare. She has devoted her life to serving communities and improving healthcare accessibility, affordability, and outcomes in rural, underserved communities.   In our far-reaching conversation today, Nancy and I discuss the value of more female leadership in healthcare, the future of value-based care, how the pandemic expedited the need for behavioral health and telehealth, and our obligation to lift up our communities so that everyone has a chance at a long, healthy life.

Episode 87: Latent TB Infection.  By Mariana Gomez, MD (Romulo Gallegos University School of Medicine, Carillion Clinic Infectious Disease), and Hector Arreaza, MD (Romulo Gallegos University School of Medicine, Rio Bravo Family Medicine Residency Program). Dr. Gomez explains how to screen for and treat Latent TB infection. Today is March 18, 2022.Dr. Mariana Gomez graduated from medical school at the Romulo Gallegos University in Venezuela. She completed her residency in Internal Medicine in St Barnabas Hospital, which is affiliated with the Albert Einstein School of Medicine, Bronx, New York. She then completed a fellowship in Infectious Diseases at Carilion Clinic, which is affiliated with Virginia Tech School of Medicine. She currently works in Virginia, United States.  This is Rio Bravo qWeek, your weekly dose of knowledge brought to you by the Rio Bravo Family Medicine Residency Program from Bakersfield, California. Our program is affiliated with UCLA, and it's sponsored by Clinica Sierra Vista, Let Us Be Your Healthcare Home. Some questions discussed during this episode: Who should be screened for latent TB infection? A CDC questionnaire can determine the risk for latent TB infection. Some patients who may be screened are those who resided for 1 month in a country with high TB prevalence, those who are currently immunosuppressed or planning immunosuppression in the near future (50 mg of prednisone or equivalent a day for 1 month), and those who had close contact with patients with TB infection (Latent Tuberculosis Infection: A Guide for Primary Health Care Providers (cdc.gov)). The USPSTF recommends screening for latent tuberculosis infection (LTBI) in populations at increased risk.Screening Tests: Currently, there are two types of screening tests for LTBI in the United States: the tuberculin skin test (TST, also known as PPD) and the Interferon Gamma Release Assay (IGRA, brand names QuantiFERON®-TB and T-SPOT®.TB). The TST requires intradermal placement of purified protein derivative and interpretation of response 48 to 72 hours later. The induration is measured in millimeters. The induration is the palpable, raised, hardened area or swelling, not the erythema.IGRA requires a single venous blood sample, and the result is obtained in 1-2 days. Two types of IGRAs are currently approved by the US Food and Drug Administration: T-SPOT.TB (Oxford Immunotec Global) and QuantiFERON-TB Gold In-Tube (Qiagen). The CDC recommends screening with either test (TST or IGRA) but not both. IGRAs is preferred for patients who received a BCG vaccine (bacille Calmette–Guérin) or if they are unlikely to return for TST interpretation.Why should we screen for LTBI? How can we decide between Questionnaire only vs PPD vs QuantiFERON Gold? What is the next step in assessing asymptomatic individuals with positive PPD?A useful resource is the online TST/IGRA Interpreter (tstin3d.com). You can calculate the risk of latent TB infection and the risk of INH-induced hepatitis. How can we decide to treat LTBI? What are the recommended regimens? CDC recommends three preferred regimens. These are chosen for effectiveness, safety, and high treatment completion rates. These regimens are rifamycin-based. They are:INH+rifapentine for 3 months: once-weekly isoniazid plus rifapentine for adults and children older than age 2, regardless of HIV status.Rifampin for 4 months: daily rifampin.INH+rifampin for 3 months: daily isoniazid plus rifampin. ____________________________Now we conclude our episode number 86 “Latent TB Infection.” Dr. Gomez taught us how to screen and treat latent TB infections. Remember to screen only those who are at risk of TB infection. Once you get a positive screen test, select the patients who will receive treatment of LTBI to prevent reactivation of TB infection. You have at least 4 regimens to treat LTBI. The regimens that include rifamycin are recommended by the CDC. Even without trying, every night you go to bed being a little wiser.Thanks for listening to Rio Bravo qWeek. If you have any feedback about this podcast, contact us by email at RioBravoqWeek@clinicasierravista.org, or visit our website riobravofmrp.org/qweek. This podcast was created for educational purposes only. Visit your primary care physician for additional medical advice. This week we thank Hector Arreaza and Mariana Gomez. Audio edition: Suraj Amrutia. See you next week! _____________________References: Latent Tuberculosis Infection: Screening, September 06, 2016,  United States Preventive Services Taskforce, uspreventiveservicestaskforce.org. https://www.uspreventiveservicestaskforce.org/uspstf/recommendation/latent-tuberculosis-infection-screening. Lewinsohn, David M., et al, Official American Thoracic Society/Infectious Diseases Society of America/Centers for Disease Control and Prevention Clinical Practice Guidelines: Diagnosis of Tuberculosis in Adults and Children. Clinical Infectious Diseases, 2017;64(2):e1–e33, Infection Diseases Society of America, https://www.idsociety.org/globalassets/idsa/practice-guidelines/official-american-thoracic-society.infectious-diseases-society-of-america.centers-for-disease-control-and-prevention-clinical-practice-guidelines-diagnosis-of-tuberculosis-in-adults-and-children.pdf.   Sterling TR, Njie G, Zenner D, et al. Guidelines for the Treatment of Latent Tuberculosis Infection: Recommendations from the National Tuberculosis Controllers Association and CDC, 2020. MMWR Recomm Rep 2020;69(No. RR-1):1–11. DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.15585/mmwr.rr6901a1. The Online TST/IGRA Interpreter, McGill University and McGill University Health Center Montreal Quebec, Canada, http://tstin3d.com/. 

Summary: This episode of Smarter Care Connections is the second in a special series to recognize VCHI's 10th Anniversary. Our guests this week are Nancy Agee and Debbie Oswalt, two founding board members of VCHI. Our Guests: Nancy Howell Agee Nancy Howell Agee is president/CEO of Carilion Clinic, a $2 billion not-for-profit, integrated healthcare system […]

We would like to thank ECHO Heliops for sponsoring this episode of the Hangar Z Podcast.In this episode we chat with Sid Bingley and Ty Le Roy who are part of a HEMS crew who work for Carillon Life-Guard Crew in Virginia.Sid is a flight nurse and Ty is a pilot currently flying the H135. Ty previously flew Apache attack   helicopters for the Army.In this episode we talk about the pilot incapacitation procedure and training for EP's with non flying partners.We also talk about ECHO Heliops and their upcoming conference which is in Austin Texas august 15th-17th.To learn more about Echo Heliops visit their website at www.echoheliops.org

Dr. Robert Trestman, at the Carilion Clinic and Virginia Tech Carilion School of Medicine, has co-developed START NOW, a successful group psychotherapy intervention specifically targeting mental health issues in prisoners. It combines elements of cognitive behavioral therapy to form skills-based learning. Furthermore, START NOW is easily accessible, cost-effective, and designed for use in settings with limited resources. Due to its success within correctional institutions, START NOW is being adapted for use in fields such as adolescent conduct issues and opioid misuse.

This episode features Marcus Speaker, Associate Chief Medical Information Officer at Carilion Clinic. Here, he discusses working towards what you want to do, using analytics to improve patient care, the transformation to a digital hospital, and more.

  This episode features Dr. Mark Greenwald, Medical Director at Carilion Clinic Institute for Leadership Effectiveness. Here, he discusses his work at Carilion Clinic, the Institute for Leadership Effectiveness,  and more.

This episode features Dr. Mark Greenawald, Medical Director at Carilion Clinic Institute for Leadership Effectiveness. Here, he discusses his work at Carilion Clinic, the Institute for Leadership Effectiveness,  and more.

This episode features Dr. Mark Greenwald, Medical Director at Carilion Clinic Institute for Leadership Effectiveness. Here, he discusses his work at Carilion Clinic, the Institute for Leadership Effectiveness,  and more.

In this episode, Smarter Care Virginia team member Steve Horan, PhD, CEO of Community Health Solutions, chats with Dr. T.A. Lucktong and Jane Colwell at Carilion Clinic about their approach to reducing low-value pre-0perative testing. They share detailed insights into what has and hasn't worked for their team.

This episode of VHHA’s Patients Come First podcast features an interview with Ryann Kress, a Carilion Clinic nurse who uses a wheelchair for mobility due to a genetic disorder (Ehlers-Danlos syndrome). The conversation covers her condition, her work, her role as Ms. Wheelchair Virginia, and more. Send questions, comments, feedback, or guest suggestions to pcfpodcast@vhha.com or contact us on Twitter or Instagram using the #PatientsComeFirst hashtag.

This episode features Dr. Marcus Speaker, Chief Medical Information Officer at Carilion Clinic in Roanoke, Va. Here, he joined the podcast to talk about the next evolution of virtual care and enterprise imaging. He also touched on key trends like interoperability, direct-to-consumer advertising and clinical decision support.

Join us as Alex Hanlon, Ph.D. (Director of the Center for Biostatistics and Health Data Science at Virginia Tech,  Professor of Statistics and works closely with researchers on the Health Science and Technology Campus in Roanoke, adjacent to Carilion Clinic and the VTC School of Medicine) and Richard Bendis (Founder, President and CEO of BioHealth Innovation, Inc. and a successful entrepreneur, angel investor, innovation and technology-based economic development leader, international speaker and consultant in the technology and healthcare industries and host of BioTalk) discuss how ‘Big data requires team science.’ Additional show notes:Who funds the N3C initiative and what goes into it?The N3C is funded by the National Center for Advancing Translational Sciences (NCATS), which is part of the NIH or the National Institutes of Health. A key component of the initiative is data harmonization, which translates the differing ways that contributing hospitals store patient data into a single, common format to facilitate analyses. Participating sites add (or they will add) data on demographics, symptoms, medications, lab test results, and outcomes over a five-year period. This will enable both short- and long-term study of the impact of COVID-19 on health outcomes.Who has access to the N3C enclave data?Data access is open to all approved users, regardless of whether they contribute data. Details for gaining access can be found on the NCATS website (see link below). Researchers can request access only after their home institution has secured a data use agreement with NCATS. For those who are not associated with an institution, they will need to complete their own DUA with NCATS.https://ncats.nih.gov/n3c/about/applying-for-accessWhat kind of tools are available in the N3C enclave to support data analyses? The platform is built to support machine learning and rigorous statistical analyses using Python and R. The idea is to provide the necessary tools to address research questions using contemporary data driven techniques along with classical methods. To tackle such projects with large scale observational data requires collaboration within a team science environment, including expertise in statistics, informatics, medicine, engineering, and so on.

This episode features Dr. Marcus Speaker, Chief Medical Information Officer at Carilion Clinic in Roanoke, Va. Here, he joined the podcast to talk about the next evolution of virtual care and enterprise imaging. He also touched on key trends like interoperability, direct-to-consumer advertising and clinical decision support.

This episode of VHHA's Patients Come First podcast features an interview with Dr. Anthony Baffoe-Bonnie, Medical Director for Infection Prevention and Control at Carilion Clinic, regarding his experiences coming from Ghana to America, his work during COVID-19, and much more. Send questions, comments, or feedback to pcfpodcast@vhha.com or contact us on Twitter or Instagram using the #PatientsComeFirst hashtag.

Guest: Troy Keyser. Director of Innovation at Carilion Clinic.

Mike Dame- Vice President Marketing and Communications at Carilion Clinic, and, Dr. Stephen Morgan from Carilion Clinic.

Post By: Adam Turteltaub On Tuesday, April 20th at the 2021 Compliance Institute the HCCA will be offering the session  Work Smarter Not Harder:  Effective Annual Work & Audit Plan Development Strategies.  Joining us for this podcast are two of the speakers from that session: Kristin L. Meador (LinkedIn), Director Compliance Audit & Operations Organization Integrity & Compliance, and Brenda Manning (LinkedIn), Privacy Director and Privacy Officer, both at the Carilion Clinic. When designing a workplan, they recommend taking a fluid approach that recognizes that risks change and plans must as well.  Start by gathering information from internal and external sources, look at what’s on the radar of CMS and OCR and where your organization is having a pattern of incidents.  Internal Audit can be a particularly valuable ally, especially if they have surveyed leadership and have identified the risks on management’s mind. In planning, one thing to avoid is setting goals too high and putting too much on the team’s plate.  It’s important to ensure that there are sufficient manhours available when things come up, as they inevitably do.  Also, leave time for new and emerging risks.  We have all seen how those can and have arisen over the last year. The key, they have found, is to have a SMART plan:  Specific Measurable Achievable, Relevant and Time-based. When it comes to auditing, they remind us that you can’t audit everything.  Instead, turn to the risk assessment and focus on the key areas.  Also be prepared to adjust your thinking.  Some areas may prove to have less risk than initially anticipated, others to have more. When it’s time to remediate, they make an interesting suggestion on training:  Instead of testing right away, give time for the education to sink it, and then audit once again. Listen in to learn more, and then plan on attending their session at the 2021 Compliance Institute.

This episode features Brett Tracy, Vice President of Revenue Cycle at Carilion Clinic. Here, he discusses current trends in revenue cycle, his thoughts on automation, consumerism & price transparency, and more.  

This episode features Thomas K. Miller, MD, Carilion Clinic. In this episode, he discusses how his orthopedic practice has changed amidst the pandemic and what essential surgery and essential technology look like going forward.

This episode features Thomas K. Miller, MD, Carilion Clinic. In this episode, he discusses how his orthopedic practice has changed amidst the pandemic and what essential surgery and essential technology look like going forward. The episode first aired in June, 2020.

In this podcast, Don Halliwill speaks with Will Reilly, VisitPay’s vice president of client and consumer marketing, about the hardships the system is facing amid the COVID-19 pandemic, how the pandemic altered Carilion's revenue cycle team strategy, the changing trends in patient financial responsibility and the success of its partnership with VisitPay. This episode is sponsored by VisitPay.

Brenda Manning, Privacy Director at Carilion Clinic, found herself working from home much more often-like so many of us during the pandemic. This unfamiliar environment of remote working is difficult for any employee with little-to-no experience working from home, but some are wondering if HIPAA compliance is a job that's even possible to do remotely. Brenda thinks it can and is here on Armchair HIPAA to explain to all of us how it can be done! In the episode Sarah and Brenda talk about a mutual colleague Frank Ruelas. Frank is the Facility Compliance Professional at St. Joseph's Hospital and Medical Center/Dignity Health. Connect with him on Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/frank-ruelas-350266b/ Connect with Brenda Manning on Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brendamanning/ And if you haven't already find Sarah Badahman and HIPAAtrek on Linkedin: Sarah: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sarahbadahman/ HIPAAtrek: https://www.linkedin.com/company/hipaatrek/?viewAsMember=true website: https://hipaatrek.com/

Rich Daly interviews Rep. Suzan Delbene about the Value in Health Care Act, proposed legislation that would make a series of hospital-supported changes to value-based programs operated by Medicare. Andrew Renda of Humana talks about how the company improved Healthy Days in Medicare Advantage markets. In a sponsored segment, MedAssist Senior Vice President Nate Allen and Carilion Clinic's Vice President of Revenue Cycle Brett Tracy discuss Medicaid expansion in Virginia.   Sponsored by MedAssist

This episode features Thomas K. Miller, MD, Carilion Clinic. In this episode, he discusses how his orthopedic practice has changed amidst the pandemic and what essential surgery and essential technology look like going forward.

This episode features Nancy Howell Agee, President and CEO of Carilion Clinic. Here she discusses what makes Carilion Clinic special, the importance of culture, and more. This podcast is brought to you by Becker's Healthcare in conjunction with Intuitive. Intuitive is a global technology leader in minimally invasive care and a pioneer of robotic-assisted surgery.

This episode features Carilion Clinic CEO Nancy Howell Agee. Here she does a deep dive on ambition, busting gender stereotypes, eliminating pay gaps, and much more.

This episode features Brett Tracy, Vice President of Revenue Cycle at the Carilion Clinic in Roanoke, Virginia. Here he discusses the coronavirus situation in Virginia, how he’s managing to work with some of his team remotely, and more. This podcast is brought to you by Becker's Healthcare in conjunction with Intuitive. Intuitive is a global technology leader in minimally invasive care and a pioneer of robotic-assisted surgery.

This episode features Patrice Weiss, the Executive Vice President and Chief Medical Officer for Carilion Clinic.  Here, they discuss what is being seen at the Carilion Clinic surrounding coronavirus, what a new normal may look like post-pandemic, and more. This podcast is brought to you by Becker's Healthcare in conjunction with Intuitive. Intuitive is a global technology leader in minimally invasive care and a pioneer of robotic-assisted surgery.

During this special episode, two returning guests walk through The Change Map exercise and focus on two topics:Communicating and implementing furloughsManaging the "people side" of implementing new virtual care processesJump to 14:00 to hear their insights after going through the exercise.If you'd like a PDF of The Change Map, send an email to support@sandyscottllc.com with the subject line "Change Map PDF". Dr. Mark Greenawald is, among many other things, the Medical Director for Physician Leadership Development and Professional Well-Being at Carilion Clinic.Dr. Corey Martin is a Yale-trained family physician driven to change the delivery of healthcare and improve the mental and physical health of our communities. He is a founder of the Bounce Back Project (www.bouncebackproject.org), practicing private group physician, Bush Fellow, former Chief Medical Officer and lead physician in Allina Health’s response to clinician burnout. The majority of his time now is spent as a consultant to healthcare and educational organizations in their responses to clinician burnout. Driven to do this work by the loss of two colleagues and friends, Corey strives to create an environment of opportunity in which all of us can do the deep, heartfelt work of changing the way we show up and interact in each other’s lives. One of the ways he does this is by facilitating resilience retreats across the United States and throughout the world. He is a Certified Dare to Lead™ Facilitator, Certified Daring Way™ Facilitator, and Center for Courage and Renewal Facilitator in training. He facilitates workshops based on the work of Brené Brown, Parker Palmer, and other thought leaders in burnout prevention and resilience. In his free time, he enjoys working on his farm that he has recently turned into an event center. He lives in Buffalo, MN with his wife and three daughters. He is a recovering perfectionist and an aspiring “good enoughist”

Dear Friends & Colleagues,On Friday March 27th 2020, I launched a limited podcast series addressing how the COVID-19 pandemic is reframing American healthcare.  You can find the introduction episode here.  In this series, I’ll be interviewing future-facing, courageous healthcare leaders and entrepreneurs - asking two questions: (1) How is the COVID-19 pandemic immediately changing the way you’re delivering healthcare?   (2) How will COVID-19 reframe American healthcare for years to come? Our guest this week is Dr. Anthony Slonim, President and Chief Executive Officer of Renown Health in Reno, NV.  Over the last four years, he and his colleagues have created one of the most innovative and progressive health services organizations in the country. Dr. Slonim is a nationally recognized thought leader. Modern Healthcare has named him one of the “50 Most Influential Clinical Executives” of 2019. He has also been named a “Physician Leader to Know” every year, since 2014, on the Becker’s Hospital Review. A board-certified pediatric intensive care doctor by training, Dr. Slonim has authored more than 15 textbooks and published more than 60 academic journal articles. Before joining Renown Health, Dr. Slonim served in executive leadership roles at Barnabas Health in NJ, Carilion Clinic in VA and Children’s National Medical Center in DC. Dr. Slonim currently chairs the American Hospital Association’s Systems Council, representing more than 300 integrated health systems nationwide. In this interview, we’ll cover a number of topics including:How the public health mindset/model is augmenting and perhaps superseding the medical mindset/model in the COVID-19 eraHow the current pandemic is pushing many more Americans into an existence of extreme scarcity, and the economic effect on the social determinants of health and health outcomesHow Renown Health’s unique approach and operating structure - which is focused on prevention and health as well as healthcare - have prepared and positioned it to address the current situation.The escalation of behavioral and mental health conditions - a lesser talked about consequence of the pandemic, which can easily overwhelm our healthcare system, unless we find new ways to assist people.How we must use this opportunity to methodically, systematically and cautiously reframe our approach - to be prepared for not only the shock waves of this current crisis; but to be prepared for future such events by focusing on health and establishing a prepared public healthcare system.The importance of leadership at this point in time, especially at a time of widespread uncertainty and anxiety, which can cause individuals and organizations to recede into a vegetatitve mode of self-preservation.Dr. Slonim is an exceptional CEO.  In addition to being a seasoned HC executive, he is a seasoned physician and an expert in public health. In a previous interview we conducted I mentioned that we needed more CEO’s with these sorts of credentials. That was true then, but even more so now, in this COVID-19 era.  Our interview ended up going into a discourse on the type of intentional leadership that will be required in this time crisis and its aftermath. He has a perspective that I hope others leaders can be inspired by and benefit from.  These are unprecedented times, so I hope you find valuable information, guidance, and inspiration in listening to these experts and entrepreneurs share how they are adapting to this pandemic (in real time); and how they’re thinking about and planning for the future.Until next time, be safe and be well,Zeev Neuwirth MD 

Sandy and Dr. Mark Greenawald discuss the cost of not connecting with peers, 2 important types of peer support and a beautiful message of love for the world.Dr. Mark Greenawald is the Medical Director for Physician Leadership Development and Professional Well-Being at Carilion Clinic.

In this episode of Fireside Chat, we sat down with Nancy Howell Agee, President and CEO, Carilion Clinic to talk about the needs of caregivers, patients and the community during the COVID-19 pandemic. We also talked about operating margins for nonprofit health systems, updating the community through live streams and news conferences and how she communicates with the board of directors during the crisis. Please note: The number of COVID-19 cases and the situation referenced in this episode were based on reported data at the time of the interview and are subject to change.

Whether it's a disaster like COVID-19 originating outside your organization, or an unfortunate situation arising from an employee, at some point every non-profit faces a crisis.So how would the marketing team for one of Virginia’s biggest non-profits respond? Buzz4Good's Michael Hemphill connects with Chris Turnbull who, as Director of Corporate Communications for Carilion Clinic, the largest healthcare provider in western Virginia, has been busy crafting the nonprofit's coronavirus communications strategy. As you can hear here, Chris knows crises … and how to manage them.

Talking about communication styles and proving some clarity to the topic of burnout, focusing on who's responsible for addressing it and why isolation needs to be a bigger part of the conversation.Dr. Mark Greenawald is the Medical Director for Physician Leadership Development and Professional Well-Being at Carilion Clinic.

A conversation with Dr. Mark Greenawald about why all physicians are leaders, how to switch your brain and emotions between clinical and administrative roles, and two critical components of valuable feedback.Dr. Mark Greenawald is the Medical Director for Physician Leadership Development and Professional Well-Being at Carilion Clinic.

Talking about favorite authors, book and poets that have helped Sandy and Dr. Mark Greenawald both personally and professionally.Dr. Mark Greenawald is the Medical Director for Physician Leadership Development and Professional Well-Being at Carilion Clinic.

Sandee McGlaun is an associate professor of English and the director of the writing center at Roanoke College. She writes nonfiction as well as poetry and plays. She has released her writing in two blogs, Still Life, Beyond Cancer and 40 Something First Time Bride. "When I switched from fiction to nonfiction," says McGlaun, "I realized everything's a story. There's material everywhere. It's a matter of seeing it, looking at it." In addition to her work with students at Roanoke College, McGlaun has worked as an artist-in-residence at Carilion Clinic through the Dr. Robert L.A. Keeley Healing Arts program. In this conversation with BOOK CITY ★ Roanoke's Douglas Jackson, she talks about her relationship to the written word, how a breast cancer diagnosis shaped her writing path, and crafting a voice in nonfiction.

In this episode, MEDSURG Nursing Editorial Board member Dr. Cynthia Ward talks with Dr. Donna Bond about respiratory compromise. Dr. Bond provides information regarding why respiratory compromise is of concern for medsurg nurses; the importance of awareness of respiratory compromise to help reduce adverse events and patient deaths; how medsurg nurses can increase their awareness through recommendations, clinical education, and training; policies that should be put in place to guide nursing practice; and the role of medsurg nurses in treating patients with respiratory compromise. Donna Bond, DNP, RN, CCNS, AE-C, CTTS, is a Clinical Nurse Specialist also at Carilion Clinic in Roanoke, VA; and is an active member in several nursing organizations, including the Virginia Chapter of Clinical Nurse Specialists; the Respiratory Nursing Society Interprofessional Collaborative, and the Respiratory Compromise Institute. Other organizations where she has contributed her time are Sigma Theta Tau, as a founding member of Tau Phi; and the American Association of Critical Care Nurses. She currently serves on the national board of the Respiratory Compromise Institute representing the Clinical Nurse Specialist role as one of two nurses on the board, and represented the Clinical Nurse Specialist role/Respiratory Nursing Society on the national CONCERT workshop to determine priorities for patients with Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease. She carries certification as a Critical Care Clinical Nurse Specialist, Certified Asthma Educator, and Certified Tobacco Treatment Specialist. Recently she was inducted into the first class of fellows at the 2019 Annual National Clinical Nurse Specialist conference. Donna has presented at many national conferences as both a speaker and poster presenter. She has also been published for her work with adolescents in tobacco prevention, asthma education, and the Clinical Nurse Specialist role. Cynthia Ward, DNP, RN-BC, CMSRN®, ACNS-BC, is a Surgical Clinical Nurse Specialist, Carillion Roanoke Memorial Hospital, Roanoke, VA, and a member of the MEDSURG Nursing Editorial Board.© Jannetti Publications, Inc.All rights reserved. No portion of this podcast may be used without written permission.For archived episodes of this podcast and to learn more about MEDSURG Nursing, the official journal of the Academy of Medical-Surgical Nurses, visit the journal’s website at http://www.medsurgnursing.net/Production management by Carol M Ford Productions, LLC, for Anthony J. Jannetti, inc.Music selections by Scott Holmeshttp://www.scottholmesmusic.com

In this episode, Scott talks to Nancy Agee, the CEO of Carilion Clinic. Here she discusses the transition from RN to CEO, women in healthcare leadership, the opioid crisis, and serving the community you live in.

On today’s episode, we meet Melanie Morris, Senior Director of Carilion Clinic’s Transfer & Communications Center, based in Roanoke, VA. Melanie currently manages bed placement for two of the system’s six facilities, but will soon take over communications for all locations with the help of TeleTracking. What you'll learn today: • Lessoned learned while expanding (1:16) • The importance of an EVS liason (2:25) • Managing an off-site Command Center(4:38) • Details of starting a Command Center from scratch(6:53) • Getting support from key players(8:26) • Top 3 Tips to Command Center success (10:49)

Colleagues & Friends,You may not have heard of Renown Health - a moderate-sized healthcare system in northern Nevada - but once you hear how they are reframing healthcare - literally redefining and reorganizing healthcare delivery, I suspect that you’ll not forget them.  Our guest this week is Dr. Anthony Slonim, President and Chief Executive Officer of Renown Health in Reno, NV.  Over the last four years, he and his colleagues have created one of the most innovative and progressive health services organizations in the country. Dr. Slonim is a nationally recognized thought leader. Modern Healthcare has named him one of the “50 Most Influential Clinical Executives” of 2019. He has also been named a “Physician Leader to Know” every year, since 2014, on the Becker’s Hospital Review. A board-certified pediatric intensive care doctor by training, Dr. Slonim has authored more than 15 textbooks and published more than 60 academic journal articles. Before joining Renown Health, Dr. Slonim served in executive leadership roles at Barnabas Health in NJ, Carilion Clinic in VA and Children’s National Medical Center in DC. Dr. Slonim currently chairs the American Hospital Association’s Systems Council, representing more than 300 integrated health systems nationwide. In this episode you’ll hear about:How Dr. Slonim caught the healthcare industry’s attention by launching the Healthy Nevada Project®, the first population health initiative that combines genetic, environmental, social and clinical data to address individual and community health needs.The reorganization of the Renown Health system into two major divisions - a ‘health’ division addressing preventive, population-based, public health needs; and a ‘healthcare’ division comprised of acute care facilities and chronic disease management providers and services. Why Dr. Slonim believes that the doctor’s prescription pad is a metaphor for the constraints of our system and what a better “prescription” for care looks like.. How Dr. Slonim’s background in public health, combined with his own long-term experience as a patient, shaped his perspective and his approach to healthcare delivery.  There are a number of things that stand out about this interview. First, Dr. Slonim brings a great depth of clinical AND public health expertise to the perspective of a healthcare CEO, which is a rarity. Second, his thinking and approach are scientifically based, consumer-oriented, brilliantly logical, and elegantly simple. Third, he is laser focused on the needs of his patients, consumers and community. Dr. Slonim and his leadership team recognize that there are two fundamental, vastly different, value propositions that are required to care for communities. So they set about to restructure their system and redeploy the appropriate resources to deliver on those two value propositions. Their goal is to improve health through proactive community-based prevention, while creating the best healthcare system for those with acute and chronic disease. Once I heard Renown’s strategy and approach, I was left wondering why other hospital systems in the country aren’t immediately following suit.From my perspective, Dr. Slonim and his colleagues are brilliantly executing the steps of the Reframe Roadmap - reorienting their approach; redefining the problems from the primary perspective of patients and community; rebranding their value proposition to meet those needs; redesigning their healthcare delivery for results that matter to people; reorganizing their healthcare system to optimally deliver on those results; and importantly, redirecting their strategies, tactics and resources to make it all happen. What resonates the most, however, from this interview is the profound sense of empathy Dr. Slonim has for the people he serves. He shares that the biggest lesson he learned from his own cancer diagnosis and treatment was about the inequities and disparities of healthcare in our country. The lesson he learned wasn’t about himself, but about others. That speaks volumes about how his mind and heart work.  His goal and the goal of Renown Health is clearly to humanize healthcare. To make it less complex and less reactive. To make it more convenient, customized and accessible. To make one of its prime purposes the prevention of illness and trauma. To make it what people want and need in order to stay healthy and return to health. Again, why aren’t more healthcare leadership teams learning from and emulating this approach?Until Next Time, Be Well.Zeev Neuwirth, MD 

Welcome to QMC's 10Q30 EMS Leadership profile.  This month, we are featuring the leadership team from Carilion Clinic Patient Transportation (CCPT) in Roanoke, VA. Tune in to hear their take on how CCPT Leadership is addressing many issues in their service area which are also affecting EMS across the US.  Join Krista Henderson, Senior Director and Dr. Haley Inman from CCPT as they discuss their organization and showcase their overall operation including their large ground operation as well as their air medical program and state-of-the-art dispatch center.  This is a 10Q you don't want to miss so take a listen and enjoy hearing from the 2018 Association of Air Medical Services (AAMS) Program of the Year.  You won't be disappointed in their innovative approach to addressing many of today's key issues.    Your Host:  Gary Harvat      

  This episode of VHHA’s Patients Come First podcast features an interview with two Carilion Clinic team members who have helped patients working towards recovery from addiction. During the conversation, nursing unit director Tammy Mitchell, RN, MSN, and Erin Casey, team leader for Carilion’s Peer Recovery Support Program, discuss their work and how it’s helped patients and improved staff morale on what’s know as the “Hope Floor” at Carilion Roanoke Memorial Hospital. Sends questions, comments, or feedback to pcfpodcast@vhha.com or contact us on Twitter using the hashtag #PatientsComeFirst.

Nancy Howell Agee is President and CEO of Virginia-based Carilion Clinic, an integrated health system which serves more than 1 million. Carilion Clinic includes seven hospitals which employs over 800 providers. Prior to becoming CEO in 2011, Ms. Agee service as EVP and COO. During her time as COO, she co-led Carilion's reorganization from a collection of hospitals into a full integrated, physician-led clinic. The reorganization resulted in a partnership with Virginia Tech to create a medical school and research institute, which has quickly garnered over $100 million in external funding. Ms. Agee has been recognized as healthcare's 100 most influential people for the past four years by Modern Healthcare and currently services as past chair for the American Hospital Association. She was recognized by Virginia Business as Virginia Business Person of the Year in 2017 and named among the 50 most influential people in Virginia five years running. Last year, she was honored to be named the recipient of the Gail L. Warden Leadership Excellence Award in 2018. Ms. Agee holds degrees with honors from the University of Virginia and Emory University and honorary degrees from Roanoke College and Jefferson College of Health Sciences. [fl_builder_insert_layout id="3603"] Show Notes: Leaders can find the management philosophy known as servant leadership effective at improving relationships and decision-making by giving employees a greater voice. Efficiency can be maintained in matrix structured organizations by forming networks of leaders that can easily share information and by upholding transparent communication with employees. By giving the local community a say in the internal processes of an organization, medical institutions can keep a consistent pulse on the community needs, maintain a close relationship with the populations they serve, and gain local support. Conflict between partner organizations can be overcome by reframing and agreeing on a common language and by approaching cultural issues together, with an open mind and creativity.

Joining Patrick Bafuma again is Dr. John Perkins from Carilion Clinic in Virginia this time to discuss antibiotic stewardship in pediatric patients.

Patrick Bafuma is back with another interview this time with Dr. John Perkins from Carilion Clinic in Virginia to talk about the post-infectious period as a cardiovascular risk factor.

This episode of VHHA’s Patients Come First podcast features an interview with Dr. Lindsey Bierle, a first-year resident at Carilion Clinic. During the conversation, Dr. Bierle discusses her work to raise awareness about the importance of colon cancer screenings. Her focus on this issue is inspired by her father, a physician whose life was cut short by the disease. Send questions, comments, or feedback to pcfpodcast@vhha.com or contact us on Twitter using the hashtag #PatientsComeFirst.

Community-oriented healthcare ties technology, acute treatment and chronic care together. Above all, it takes into account the full range of each person’s needs, from food availability to social interaction. See what this future looks like through the eyes of a leader in community-oriented healthcare when Nancy Howell Agee joins me on the Leading with Health podcast. Nancy Howell Agee is the President and CEO of Carilion Clinic, a $2 billion not-for-profit, integrated health care system headquartered in Roanoke, Virginia, serving over 1 million people in Virginia and West Virginia. Ms. Agee is the immediate past chair of the American Hospital Association. She was named one of the Top 100 Most Influential People in Healthcare by Modern Healthcare in 2016, 2017, 2018 and one of the Top 25 Woman in Healthcare by the same national magazine in 2017. She received the Gail L. Warden Leadership Excellence Award in 2018. Ms. Agee is a former member of the Board of Commissioners for the Joint Commission and past chair of the Virginia Hospital and Healthcare Association and the Virginia Center for Health Innovation. Hosted by healthcare marketing expert Jennifer Michelle, MPH, EMT, President of Michelle Marketing Strategies. Jennifer has a Master’s in International Health & Epidemiology and currently volunteers as an EMT. Her unique background allows her to bring unexpected insight and depth to every interview.  For more information, visit: www.MichelleMarketingStrategies.com

Listen to Sara describe her journey and impacts in addressing the environmental impacts of healthcare through a nursing lens. Sara Wohlford, MPH, RN is the Efficiency and Sustainability Manager at Carilion Clinic, a system of 7 hospitals, in western Virginia. With concern for the environment since she was a teen, she wanted to work in […]

Dr. Mark H. Greenawald Physician burnout has reached epidemic proportions in healthcare, presenting a serious challenge to achieving of the Triple Aim of better patient care and better population health at a lower cost. In this episode of Inside Healthcare, Dr. Mark H. Greenawald, Vice Chair, Academic Affairs and Professional Development, Carilion Clinic talks about the ‘4th Aim’ of health care — the importance of caring for the caregivers. Dr. Greenawald describes the solutions they’ve put into place in the Carillon Clinic health system (as featured in US News and World Report) and how those solutions can also apply to health systems and individual practices. We caught up with Dr. Greenawald at the PCMH Congress in Orlando where he addressed the general session about this physician burnout epidemic. Highlights from the Podcast on Physician Burnout • What is physician burnout and what does it mean for organizations and people? • How can clinician burnout be addressed from an organizational perspective? • How does the patient-centered medical home model take the burden off clinicians and ease burnout? More on Dr. Greenawald Vice Chair, Academic Affairs and Professional Development, Carilion Clinic, Department of Family and Community Medicine, Professor and Vice Chair of Family and Community Medicine, Virginia Tech Carilion School of Medicine, Medical Director of Physician Leadership and Professional Development and Chair, Professional Well-Being Committee, Carilion Clinic.

Physician burnout has reached epidemic proportions in healthcare, presenting a serious challenge to achieving of the Triple Aim of better patient care and better population health at a lower cost. In this episode of Inside Healthcare, Dr. Mark H. Greenawald, Vice Chair, Academic Affairs and Professional Development, Carilion Clinic talks about the ‘4th Aim’ of health […]

Nancy Howell Agee, President and CEO of Carilion Clinic, discusses the way she worked with her team to create a culture that attracts top-level physician and staff talent. Takeaways for healthcare executives include the importance of creating a mission that everyone buys into, as well as the creation of an open-door policy between executives and all levels of staff.

We welcome back David Harlow BS, Pharm. D.Chief Pharmacy Officer of Martin Health System. Dr. Harlow received his B.S. in Pharm in 1992 from the Medical College of Virginia and completed his Doctoral work at the University of Florida. Professionally, Dr. Harlow joined the Martin Health System as the Chief Pharmacy Officer, coming from Carilion Clinic's ACO as the Regional Director of Pharmacy Operations for Southwestern Virginia. Additionally, Dr. Harlow is the executive officer of PharmaDym, a clinical pharmacy consulting firm. His experience also includes retail pharmacy ownership, home infusion and pharmacy benefit management. The first step towards assigning more responsibility to pharmacists, and thus improving medication adherence, is to identify where your organization may be falling short in terms of adherence. A logical place to start is with chronic patients. This level of patient generally has a complicated medication regimen, which can reduce the chance of full adherence to their prescribed routines. This often leads to multiple office or emergency room visits and higher usage of healthcare resources, not to mention lower HEDIS scores for the healthcare providers they are visiting. With total non-adherence potentially costing the U.S. health system $290 billion annually, the importance of helping chronic patients with adherence cannot be overstated. The ACA changes the role of the pharmacist as we know it and is redirecting our approach to healthcare delivery. Collaboration between physicians and pharmacists brings the pharmacist out of the basement and onto the front lines as part of the overall care plan.  As chronic diseases continue to rise in prevalence, this collaboration can augment patient involvement, help improve medication adherence, improve cost‐efficiency and alleviate some of the demands affecting the healthcare system. As we move toward a value-based healthcare system, the pharmacist is only becoming more vital to the health of healthcare. Contact David: Dave.Harlow@MartinHealth.org  Special Thanks to our sponsor Omnicell See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We welcome back David Harlow BS, Pharm. D.Chief Pharmacy Officer of Martin Health System. Dr. Harlow received his B.S. in Pharm in 1992 from the Medical College of Virginia and completed his Doctoral work at the University of Florida. Professionally, Dr. Harlow joined the Martin Health System as the Chief Pharmacy Officer, coming from Carilion Clinic’s ACO as the Regional Director of Pharmacy Operations for Southwestern Virginia. Additionally, Dr. Harlow is the executive officer of PharmaDym, a clinical pharmacy consulting firm. His experience also includes retail pharmacy ownership, home infusion and pharmacy benefit management. The first step towards assigning more responsibility to pharmacists, and thus improving medication adherence, is to identify where your organization may be falling short in terms of adherence. A logical place to start is with chronic patients. This level of patient generally has a complicated medication regimen, which can reduce the cha

Interview with Mark H. Greenawald, MD, Professor and Vice Chair for Academic Affairs, Department of Family and Community Medicine, Carilion Clinic and Virginia Tech Carilion School of Medicine and Course Director of the AAFP’s Chief Resident Leadership Development Program. Topics discussed include physician wellness, mentorship, listening to patient stories, and Bison Chips.

On this episode of the Pharmacy Podcast Show, sponsored by Omnicell, we listen in to a presentation by DAVID HARLOW, III BS, Pharm. D. with Martin Health System.  Dr. Harlow received his B.S. in Pharm in 1992 from the Medical College of Virginia and completed his Doctoral work at the University of Florida. Professionally, Dr. Harlow joined the Martin Health System as the Chief Pharmacy Officer, coming from Carilion Clinic's ACO as the Regional Director of Pharmacy Operations for Southwestern Virginia. Additionally, Dr. Harlow is the executive officer of PharmaDym, a clinical pharmacy consulting firm. His experience also includes retail pharmacy ownership, home infusion and pharmacy benefit management. Omnicell is recognized as a leading provider of comprehensive, technologically advanced automation that enables health care facilities to acquire, manage, dispense, and deliver medications and supplies more effectively. Omnicell automation is used from the point of entry into the hospital through the central pharmacy, nursing units, operating room, procedural areas, and patient bedsides – as well as in long-term care sites.   For over 20 years the mission of Omnicell has focused on improving the medication and supply distribution process. More than 4,000 acute care customers worldwide have used Omnicell's medication automation, supply chain, and analytics solutions to improve efficiency, reduce errors, and lower costs.  Omnicell non-acute care solutions, including the MTS brand, enable approximately 7,000 institutional and retail pharmacies worldwide to optimize productivity and control costs. Moreover, the innovative medication adherence packaging solutions can reduce costly hospital readmissions.   At Omnicell, delivering our technology is just the beginning. We are also committed to delivering the best customer experience. To ensure our customers gain the most utility from their Omnicell systems, we offer a suite of analytics software, a comprehensive training and education program, and first-rate customer support. Omnicell has been recognized with KLAS award every year since 2006. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this episode of the Pharmacy Podcast Show, sponsored by Omnicell, we listen in to a presentation by DAVID HARLOW, III BS, Pharm. D. with Martin Health System.  Dr. Harlow received his B.S. in Pharm in 1992 from the Medical College of Virginia and completed his Doctoral work at the University of Florida. Professionally, Dr. Harlow joined the Martin Health System as the Chief Pharmacy Officer, coming from Carilion Clinic’s ACO as the Regional Director of Pharmacy Operations for Southwestern Virginia. Additionally, Dr. Harlow is the executive officer of PharmaDym, a clinical pharmacy consulting firm. His experience also includes retail pharmacy ownership, home infusion and pharmacy benefit management. Omnicell is recognized as a leading provider of comprehensive, technologically advanced automation that enables health care facilities to acquire, manage, dispense, and deliver medications and supplies more effectively. Omnicell automation is used from the point of

Show Notes When it comes to securing anything the weakest link in the chain is always people.  People are the ones who make mistakes, over-share, and are also the criminals.  This episode talks about what people can manage to do so you have to think of all kinds of things outside the norm. University of Pittsburgh MC BA breach after being hacked the year beforeEmployee of the billing service call center copied personal information from the billing system. 2,259 patients were then passed on to a third-party. Notification that it happened came from FBI. Last year UPMC was hacked and employee information taken for all 62,000 employees. Over 800 employees reported ID theft. Oakwood Healthcare worker fired for HIPAA-violating Facebook commentsTerminated after posting disparaging comments about a patient on her Facebook page. Worked at a hospital that had to treat a suspect in a police shooting. Her posts were pointing out her disgust in having to treat him. It is still a violation. Roanoke, Va. Carilion Clinic - 14 employees admitted snooping Found it by random log reviews. Previously, only checked on patients where a big new story was happening. Physician Suffers Second 2015 Data Breach Break-in in Jan requires breach notification to 350 patients. Break-in again in March they got computers and patient charts. The computers were not encrypted and they had patient info OTHER THAN THE LETTERS to the 350 patients. This time the total patients involved are 1,342. At this point they hire a security guard who stops a third break-in. The doctor is moving their office to a new town. Encryption could have saved a lot here, increased security after the first break-in would be the most obvious requirement. That is a simple decision that was just not made. Now over 4 times the number of patients are involved. Doctor convicted of illegally accessing medical records Doctor having an affair and looked at the mistress' medical records. Looking to see if she had STDs. Plead guilty in federal court and kept his license but must be monitored. Final Note Medical is years and years behind other industries on security requirements and criminals are figuring that out. Plus, those that are way ahead are getting breaches like Home Depot, Target, and more.  In all those cases there was a person somewhere involved in the process, in some cases several people made mistakes are took the wrong action.

The recent 2012 fungal meningitis outbreak posed a new learning and treatment opportunity for doctors, researchers and patients.Fungal meningitis is a type of meningitis caused by a fungal infection in your body that spreads through your blood and into your spinal cord. Any person is at risk for fungal meningitis; but if you have a weakened immune system due to surgeries, other diseases or medications, your chances of getting fungal meningitis drastically increase.Fungal meningitis is not contagious and therefore cannot be passed from person to person. But it can have serious symptoms that are often misdiagnosed or looked over.Why are fungal infections so challenging to diagnose and treat?Fungal meningitis can be a challenge for physicians to diagnose since the symptoms are very similar to other common illnesses like the flu. Symptoms can include a fever, headache, nausea and vomiting.However, if you suspect meningitis you can have samples of your blood or cerebro-spinal fluid tested.Recently, there have been new findings on fungal meningitis that have changed the way doctors and researches look and treat the disease.Dr. Thomas M. Kerkering involved his team's findings related to the highly publicized fungal meningitis outbreak of 2012, linked to tainted steroid injections prepared at the New England Compounding Center in Mass.Chief of Infectious Disease at Carilion Clinic, Thomas M. Kerkering, MD shares what fungal meningitis is and the latest findings to help treat fungal meningitis.

The recent 2012 fungal meningitis outbreak posed a new learning and treatment opportunity for doctors, researchers and patients.Fungal meningitis is a type of meningitis caused by a fungal infection in your body that spreads through your blood and into your spinal cord. Any person is at risk for fungal meningitis; but if you have a weakened immune system due to surgeries, other diseases or medications, your chances of getting fungal meningitis drastically increase.Fungal meningitis is not contagious and therefore cannot be passed from person to person. But it can have serious symptoms that are often misdiagnosed or looked over.Why are fungal infections so challenging to diagnose and treat?Fungal meningitis can be a challenge for physicians to diagnose since the symptoms are very similar to other common illnesses like the flu. Symptoms can include a fever, headache, nausea and vomiting.However, if you suspect meningitis you can have samples of your blood or cerebro-spinal fluid tested.Recently, there have been new findings on fungal meningitis that have changed the way doctors and researches look and treat the disease.Dr. Thomas M. Kerkering involved his team's findings related to the highly publicized fungal meningitis outbreak of 2012, linked to tainted steroid injections prepared at the New England Compounding Center in Mass.Chief of Infectious Disease at Carilion Clinic, Thomas M. Kerkering, MD shares what fungal meningitis is and the latest findings to help treat fungal meningitis.