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Medical imaging is already an integral part of modern healthcare, but as hospitals face growing imaging demand and staffing challenges, new solutions using artificial intelligence have become an effective way to help ease the load.On today's episode of Siemens Healthcare Perspectives, you'll hear a panel conversation discussing AI's increasing role in radiology, recorded live at the Radiological Society of North America's 2025 meeting. Held in Chicago, the conference is the world's largest scientific and educational meeting for the radiologic sciences. For this discussion, host Katharina Schmidler is joined by Dr. John McMenamy, an Associate Professor of Radiology at the University of Colorado and Associate Radiology Chair at Denver Health; Kelly McFarland, WakeMed's Executive Director of Imaging Services; and Dustin Allen, CT Scan Supervisor at WakeMed.Together, these industry leaders explore what intelligent imaging looks like in action as well as its potential to enhance quality, accelerate diagnosis, reduce burnout, and improve overall patient care. What you'll learn in this episode:How AI is transforming radiology by improving workflow efficiencyAutomation allows more focus on patient careReal-time feedback between technologists and radiologists enhances image qualityAI tools can help identify subtle findings that may be overlookedTraining programs are essential for developing the next generation of technologistsCollaboration between health systems can enhance the benefits of AIThe vital role technologists play in patient careConnect with Katharina SchmidlerLinkedIn Connect with John McMenamyLinkedInConnect with Kelly McFarlandLinkedIn Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome back to Nephilim Death Squad, broadcasting directly from The Standard Coffee Shop / NDS Studios — where conspiracy, comedy, Christian worldview, and underground culture collide.In this episode, The Raven goes off on Hollywood as modern Babylon, child-star abuse, government overreach, Denver Health tyrants bleaching street food, insane Nickelodeon revelations, Bohemian Grove updates, studio expansion plans, prophetic symbols in pop culture, and the corruption of modern cities.We dive deep into:— Dan Schneider & Amanda Bynes allegations— Hollywood's occult architecture & Babylonian symbolism— Denver Health destroying small vendors— Fallen angels, Method actors & the Babylon connection— NDS Studio expansion + VIP event inside The Standard Coffee Shop— Community support, donations, and building a Christian-based creative hub— Live chat chaos, jokes, and Raven's trademark schizo rantsIf you're into exposing Hollywood, biblical symbolism, spiritual warfare, hidden elites, underground comedy, or just watching Raven lose his mind in real-time — this is your episode.

The Denver metro area has two mayors named Mike who have made homelessness a top priority. Johnston, the Denver liberal, has pursued a “housing first” strategy as he attempts to end unsheltered homelessness in our city, but recently he's been branching out, including a proposal for $11 million to fund a new street ambassador program. Coffman, the Aurora conservative, just opened a new shelter with a support model that features a twist on his “work first” approach. Denverite's Kyle Harris has reported on both, and he's on today with host Bree Davies to compare and contrast. Be sure to grab a ticket to our first-ever The Denver-est Denver Awards, presented by our friends at Denver Health! You're cordially invited to attend a fancy holiday party slash formal awards show celebrating the very best of Denver on Dec. 18 at The Oriental Theater. City Cast Denver Neighbors will have received a discount code in the inbox, but everyone can buy tickets now! And we need your help picking the winners, too! Nominate your faves in our six big categories! What do you think about the two Mayor Mikes and their divergent strategies? We want to hear from you! Text or leave us a voicemail with your name and neighborhood, and you might hear it on the show: 720-500-5418 For even more news from around the city, subscribe to our morning newsletter Hey Denver at denver.citycast.fm. Follow us on Instagram: @citycastdenver Chat with other listeners on reddit: r/CityCastDenver Support City Cast Denver by becoming a member: membership.citycast.fm Learn more about the sponsors of this November 24th episode: Blue Sky CBD - Use promo code CITY CAST DENVER to receive 30% off. AEG presents upcoming concerts at Red Rocks Looking to advertise on City Cast Denver? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise

The Democrats of Colorado are divided this week over a brewing scandal around a swanky “retreat” to a luxury hotel in Vail and who paid for it — a so-called dark money group called One Main Street. 9News anchor Kyle Clark joins host Bree Davies and producer Paul Karolyi to talk about how the Dems are navigating a touchy ethics investigation. Plus, we talk through the viral video of a local food inspector pouring bleach on food at a taco stand and, of course, all our wins and fails of the week. Be sure to grab a ticket to our first-ever The Denver-est Denver Awards, presented by our friends at Denver Health! You're cordially invited to attend a fancy holiday party slash formal awards show celebrating the very best of Denver on Dec. 18 at The Oriental Theater. City Cast Denver Neighbors will have received a discount code in the inbox, but everyone can buy tickets now! And we need your help picking the winners, too! Nominate your faves in our six big categories! We also discussed the recent fentanyl and meth busts. Paul talked about the Yates Theater project and the Sonnenalp Hotel in Vail. Kyle discussed Lauren Boebert and speed traps in Kersey. Bree mentioned Purnell Steen (who you can hear on this classic episode of the pod), Christmas lights at Civic Center, and the DOTI advisory committee. What do you think about the Dems' ethics scandal? Text or leave us a voicemail with your name and neighborhood, and you might hear it on the show: 720-500-5418 For even more news from around the city, subscribe to our morning newsletter Hey Denver at denver.citycast.fm. Watch clips from the show on YouTube: youtube.com/@citycastdenver or Instagram @citycastdenver Chat with other listeners on reddit: r/CityCastDenver Support City Cast Denver by becoming a member: membership.citycast.fm/Denver Learn more about the sponsors of this November 20th episode: Simply Eloped Denver Botanic Gardens Denver Health Looking to advertise on City Cast Denver? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise

When it was first revealed that Denver was getting a new professional women's soccer team, many Denverites were thrilled! Including Mayor Mike Johnston, who has become Denver Summit FC's chief cheerleader. But he's been in hot water lately with city council, and now they're throwing the brakes on public subsidies he wants for a new soccer stadium. Host Bree Davies and producer Paul Karolyi have been following the project, and they're breaking down all the latest twists and turns. Plus, some listener questions on bike lanes and Colorado's claims to food fame; and, when is it going to snow already? What do you think about the stadium politics? Should council put up the money? Or should Denver risk losing the NWSL franchise to Lone Tree or Centennial? Text or leave us a voicemail with your name and neighborhood, and you might hear it on the show: 720-500-5418 Be sure to grab a ticket to our first-ever The Denver-est Denver Awards, presented by our friends at Denver Health! You're cordially invited to attend a fancy holiday party slash formal awards show celebrating the very best of Denver on Dec. 18 at The Oriental Theater. City Cast Denver Neighbors will have received a discount code in the inbox, but everyone can buy tickets now! And we need your help picking the winners, too! Nominate your faves in our six big categories! For even more news from around the city, subscribe to our morning newsletter Hey Denver at denver.citycast.fm. Follow us on Instagram: @citycastdenver Chat with other listeners on reddit: r/CityCastDenver Support City Cast Denver by becoming a member: membership.citycast.fm Learn more about the sponsors of this November 18th episode: Simply Eloped Denver Botanic Gardens Denver Health Cozy Earth - use code COZYDENVER for 40% off best-selling temperature-regulating sheets, apparel, and more Looking to advertise on City Cast Denver? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise

Earlier this month Denver voters approved the Vibrant Denver bond, saying yes to some ambitious city projects -- like the ⁠Denver American Indian Cultural Embassy⁠, which will be built in Montbello. City council also recently approved a study to look at ⁠potentially widening Peña Boulevard⁠ and Mayor Johnston and Denver International Airport CEO Phil Washington announced plans to look at ⁠bringing nuclear power⁠ to the airport. These projects are going down in Councilwoman Stacie Gilmore's District 11, and she's got a lot to say about it. Gilmore joins host Bree Davies to dig into these city plans, plus share why she thinks ⁠the mayor's layoffs⁠ are having lasting effects on the trust those workers put into local government.  Bree mentioned a recent episode we aired about ⁠AI Data Centers⁠, and the Denver Post editorial board's ⁠comments on Gilmore and the city layoffs⁠. Oh, and be sure to grab a ticket to our first-ever The Denver-est Denver Awards, presented by our friends at Denver Health! You're cordially invited to attend a fancy holiday party slash formal awards show celebrating the very best of Denver on Dec. 18 at The Oriental Theater. City Cast Denver Neighbors will have received a discount code in the inbox, but everyone can ⁠buy tickets now!⁠ And we need your help picking the winners, too! ⁠Nominate your faves⁠ in our six big categories! For even more news from around the city, subscribe to our morning newsletter Hey Denver at ⁠denver.citycast.fm⁠.  Follow us on Instagram: ⁠@citycastdenver⁠ Chat with other listeners on reddit: ⁠r/CityCastDenver⁠ Support City Cast Denver by becoming a member: ⁠membership.citycast.fm⁠ What do you think? Text or leave us a voicemail with your name and neighborhood, and you might hear it on the show: 720-500-5418 Learn more about the sponsors of this November 17th episode: ⁠Simply Eloped⁠ ⁠Denver Botanic Gardens⁠ ⁠Denver Health⁠ Looking to advertise on City Cast Denver? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at⁠ citycast.fm/advertise⁠

On November 9, Pete's University Park Cafe served up its last heaping plates of chicken fried steak and souvlaki and eggs, marking the end for yet another beloved diner. With its closure, Denver not only lost an affordable eatery, but a gathering place and community space that served the Mile High for 30 years. So, what is Denver without its diners? Last year host Bree Davies sat down with her friend, poet and educator Suzi Q. Smith, to talk about these losses and discuss the deep feelings Suzi explores in her ⁠Denverse Magazine essay “Toast World: Where Have All the Diners Gone?”⁠ Oh, and be sure to grab a ticket to our first-ever The Denver-est Denver Awards, presented by our friends at Denver Health! You're cordially invited to attend a fancy holiday party slash formal awards show celebrating the very best of Denver on Dec. 18 at The Oriental Theater. City Cast Denver Neighbors will have received a discount code in the inbox, but everyone can ⁠buy tickets now!⁠ And we need your help picking the winners, too! ⁠Nominate your faves⁠ in our six big categories! For even more news from around the city, subscribe to our morning newsletter Hey Denver at ⁠denver.citycast.fm⁠. Follow us on Instagram: ⁠@citycastdenver⁠ Chat with other listeners on reddit: ⁠r/CityCastDenver⁠ Support City Cast Denver by becoming a member: ⁠membership.citycast.fm⁠ What do you think? Text or leave us a voicemail with your name and neighborhood, and you might hear it on the show: 720-500-5418 If you enjoyed the interview with Dr. Eric Doringer from Blue Sky CBD, ⁠learn more here.⁠ Use promo code CITYCASTDENVER to receive 30% off. Learn more about the sponsors of this November 13 episode: ⁠Babbel⁠ - Get up to 55% off at Babbel.com/CITYCAST ⁠Denver Botanic Gardens⁠ ⁠Curious Theatre⁠ Looking to advertise on City Cast Denver? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at⁠ citycast.fm/

When most clinics talk growth, they talk volume. But at Denver Health's Peña Urgent Care, leadership means something deeper. In this episode, Michael and Nick sit down with Dr. Lindsey Fish—Medical Director, educator, researcher, and community leader—to explore what it really means to deliver care where it's needed most.With over a decade of hands-on experience serving underserved populations, Dr. Fish shares how her clinic, embedded within a safety-net system, balances high acuity care with compassion, equity, and resilience. From federally qualified funding structures to a radically human-first approach to leadership, this conversation pulls back the curtain on a side of urgent care that's often unseen—but incredibly impactful.We talk about the growing importance of primary care, how urgent care and academic medicine intersect, and why true healthcare transformation starts by listening—to both patients and providers.This episode is full of insight for healthcare leaders, clinicians, and operators who believe in building something bigger than business.

Curious how you can shape the future of IPC research? The APIC Research Network (ARN) makes it easy — with free membership, mentorship, and resources to help you learn, publish, and collaborate. Hear from Becca Crapanzano-Sigafoos and Sara Reese as they share how ARN is shaping global research, amplifying IP voices, and creating new opportunities for growth. Learn more about the ARN as well as how to join: https://apic.org/apic-research-network  Hosted by: Kelly Holmes, MS, CIC, FAPIC and Lerenza L. Howard, MHA, CIC, LSSGB About our Guests: Rebecca (Becca) Crapanzano-Sigafoos, DrPH, CIC, FAPIC Rebecca (Becca) Crapanzano-Sigafoos, DrPH, CIC, FAPIC is the Executive Director of APIC's Center for Research, Practice, and Innovation (CRPI). She received both her BS in Public Health, Health Education and her MPH in Epidemiology from East TN State University. She completed her Doctorate in Public Health in 2021. She has been CIC certified since 2008 and is an APIC fellow. Most notably, though, Becca is the mother of six amazing daughters, ages 11-28.   Sara Reese, PhD, MPH, CIC, AL-CIP, FAPIC Sara Reese is the Director of Research at APIC's Center for Research, Practice and Innovation (CRPI) with extensive experience in infection prevention leadership across major healthcare systems including Intermountain Health, Swedish Medical Center, and Denver Health. She has led pandemic response efforts, driven healthcare-associated infection reduction initiatives, and contributed to the field through mentorship, publications, and national conference presentations. She received her Bachelor's of Science and PhD in Microbiology at Colorado State University and her MPH at Colorado School of Public Health. In her spare time, she tries to keep up with her 14- and 10-year-old boys!

Guest: Michelle Sie Whitten, Co-Founder, President & Ceo, Global Down Syndrome Foundation Michelle founded the Global Down Syndrome Foundation, inspired by her daughter Sophia, who has Down syndrome. The foundation is dedicated to extending life expectancy and improving health outcomes through groundbreaking research and care. It established the Crnic Institute, supporting over 400 scientists, and the Sie Center at Children’s Hospital Colorado—the largest Down syndrome medical care center in the U.S. They also operate an adult clinic at Denver Health and lead national advocacy efforts. On October 18th, the foundation will host its 18th annual Be Beautiful Be Yourself Fashion Show—the world’s largest fundraiser for Down syndrome. The event features celebrities, professional models, and individuals with Down syndrome walking the runway to celebrate inclusion, beauty, and achievement. It’s a powerful night that raises critical funds and awareness. https://bebeautifulbeyourself.org/

In this episode, Amy King, Chief Human Resources Officer at Denver Health, shares her insights on workforce trends, leadership development, and building a supportive culture. She discusses retention strategies, the importance of empathy and accountability in evolving healthcare leadership, and much more.

The Theology, Medicine, and Culture Initiative (TMC) at Duke Divinity School and the Trent Center for Bioethics, Humanities & History of Medicine at Duke held a seminar entitled "Health Equity Is Not a Spectator Sport: A Radical Rerooting Using a Three Trees Analogy" on January 19th, 2023 with Abraham Nussbaum, MD. Dr. Nussbaum is Chief Education Officer at Denver Health and a Professor of Psychiatry and Assistant Dean of Graduate Medical Education at the University of Colorado School of Medicine. He is interviewed by TMC Co-Director, Warren Kinghorn, MD, ThD.

After almost a year of slowdowns, RTD announced this week that every light rail line is finally back up to full speed. But will riders return to the trains? State Representative Alex Valdez joins producer Paul Karolyi and host Bree Davies to talk about the pandemonium in our streets, from RTD's plateaued ridership to Gov. Jared Polis's veto of the big Uber sexual assault bill. Plus, we discuss a fantastic Denverite article about Denver Health's ambulance crews and share our wins and fails of the week.  Do you have a question for Denver Police Chief Ron Thomas? We're sitting down with the chief soon, and we want to know what you think we should ask him. Text or leave us a voicemail with your name and neighborhood, and we might put your question to Chief Thomas: 720-500-5418 Paul talked about Blazing Bird, downtown bike lanes, and the sexual assault statistics that Uber and Lyft have reported. Alex discussed City Council's vote on the NWSL stadium proposal and new condos for sale downtown. Bree mentioned the recent spate of measles cases in Colorado. For even more news from around the city, subscribe to our morning newsletter Hey Denver at denver.citycast.fm. Watch the Friday show on YouTube: youtube.com/@citycastdenver Follow us on Instagram: @citycastdenver Chat with other listeners on reddit: r/CityCastDenver Support City Cast Denver by becoming a member: membership.citycast.fm/Denver Learn more about the sponsors of this May 30th episode: Central City Opera - use the code CITYCAST to get 20% off select dates Xcel Energy Denver Fringe Festival Looking to advertise on City Cast Denver? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Frontline Connections: Strengthening Our ResilienceIn honor of May's National Nurses Week, EMS Week, Hospital Week, and more, Transmission Interrupted celebrates the frontline professionals who stand at the crossroads of care, safety, and preparedness.In this special episode, host Jill Morgan is joined by a panel of experts from across the country: Tristan Twohig, an emergency department nurse from Spokane, Washington; Caroline Persson, who co-leads the NETEC IPC and BCU leadership workgroups and joins from Denver Health; and Stefanie Lane, co-leader of the NETEC Regional Coordination workgroup from Mass General in Boston.Together, they unpack the real-world challenges facing frontline healthcare providers—the moments when communication breaks down between EMS and hospital teams, the risks of missed or unclear handoffs, and the persistent gaps in infection prevention. The panel shares stories from the field, discusses the importance of the “identify, isolate, inform” model, and explores strategies for strengthening resilience and teamwork across emergency settings.Whether you're a healthcare worker, a leader, or simply curious about how our health systems come together in high-risk scenarios, this episode amplifies the voices of those who make healthcare resilient from the ground up.Questions or comments for NETEC? Contact us at info@netec.org.Visit Transmission Interrupted on the web at netec.org/podcast.GuestsStefanie Lane, MS, MPH, NREMT Biothreats Program Manager, Center for Disaster Medicine Massachusetts General HospitalStefanie Lane serves as a Biothreats Program Manager within the MGH Center for Disaster Medicine. In this role, she ensures operational readiness of the special pathogens program, spearheads the development of novel educational modalities (including XR/VR) for high-risk low frequency events, and serves as a SME/liaison between the EMS and healthcare facilities. Stefanie has an extensive background in education and has designed and facilitated a wide variety of training courses. She has eighteen years of experience as an Emergency Medical Technician, where she has served as a training coordinator and board member for ambulance services in Vermont. Stefanie completed her undergraduate degree in Biology at the University of Vermont, and holds Masters degrees in Environmental Science & Policy from Johns Hopkins University and Public Health from Harvard University. Caroline Croyle Persson, MPH, MPA, CIC , PMP, FAPIC Program Director, Denver Health  Caroline Croyle Persson is the Program Director for Disaster Health at Denver Health & Hospital Authority. Her work focuses on healthcare emergency management, coordination and collaboration, and capacity building to enhance healthcare preparedness and response efforts. Ms. Persson also serves as an agency representative (AREP) for NDMS IMT. Prior to her current role, Mrs. Persson worked in infection prevention and control with a focus on influenza, emergency management, high risk pathogens, program and policy management, hand hygiene, and regulatory compliance. She has worked on various public health projects prior to arriving at Denver Health spanning malaria prevention, community health worker sustainment, emergency management, and HIV/AIDs mobile health application acceptance. Mrs. Persson has an MPH from Columbia University with a certificate in Infectious Disease Epidemiology, an MPA from the University of Colorado Denver, and is a Fellow of the Association for Professionals in Infection Control and Epidemiology. Tristan...

CareQuest Institute for Oral Health is a national nonprofit dedicated to creating an oral health care system that is accessible, equitable, and integrated. Learn more about how their advocacy, philanthropy, research, and education are creating a better oral health system at carequest.org/turnonthelights What happens when one of America's largest health care systems quietly limits your access to essential care? In this episode, Dr. Patricia Gabow, former CEO of Denver Health, discussed her values-driven leadership of the safety-net system, which remained financially stable while serving a predominantly uninsured and underserved population through integrated care and lean management. She highlighted concerns from her recent book about the growing influence of Catholic health systems in the U.S., particularly their adherence to religious directives that restrict reproductive, gender-related, and end-of-life care. Gabow emphasized the lack of transparency in these systems, noting that most patients are unaware of the limitations until they need care. She criticized the shift from mission-driven leadership by nuns to profit-focused lay leadership, often disconnected from frontline health care realities. While hopeful about Pope Francis's advocacy for the poor, she expressed disappointment in the lack of reform among American bishops and health systems. Tune in to pull back the curtain on Catholic hospitals, their powerful reach, and what it means for the future of patient care in the U.S! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A baby in Denver has measles after going to Chihuahua Mexico. CDPHE is warning anyone who was at Denver Health off Bannock on Sunday to be aware they might have been exposed to measles. Trader Joe's has new totes out and people are trying to sell them eBay again. We keep trying to pull up stock market streams in the studio and they keep asking for money.

This morning a car flew off of i25 and landed on a light rail train. Some people are speculating that the Menendez brothers may get out this Friday. Scientist have brought back the extinct Dire Wolf. The Dire Wolf last roamed the Earth during the Stone Age. Now scientist have edited the genes of some gray wolf pups to create Dire Wolves. BJ is PUMPPPPPEED for some Cracker Barrel. Elton John and Madonna have squashed their beef. A baby in Denver has measles after going to Chihuahua Mexico. CDPHE is warning anyone who was at Denver Health off Bannock on Sunday to be aware they might have been exposed to measles. Trader Joe's has new totes out and people are trying to sell them eBay again. We keep trying to pull up stock market streams in the studio and they keep asking for money.

Episode Topic: Generosity & Medicine with physicians Sneha Mantri, MD, MS and Abraham Nussbaum, MD As part of the Virtues & Vocations series Education for Flourishing: Conversations on Character & the Common Good, we are pleased to welcome Sneha Mantri, MD, MS, physician and director of Medical Humanities at Duke University School of Medicine, and Abraham Nussbaum, MD, physician, Chief Education Officer at Denver Health, and an author of several books, including the recently released Progress Notes. Mantri and Nussbaum wrote essays on generosity for the fall issue of the Virtues & Vocations magazine. Listen in on a discussion of their essays and others from the issue, American healthcare, and medical education.Featured Speakers:Suzanne Shanahan, Leo and Arlene Hawk Executive Director and Professor of the Practice at Notre Dame's Center for Social ConcernsSneha Mantri, MD, MS, physician and director of Medical Humanities at Duke University School of Medicine,Abraham Nussbaum, MD, physician, Chief Education Officer at Denver HealthRead this episode's recap over on the University of Notre Dame's open online learning community platform, ThinkND: https://go.nd.edu/92fe62.This podcast is a part of the ThinkND Series titled Virtues & Vocations. Thanks for listening! The ThinkND Podcast is brought to you by ThinkND, the University of Notre Dame's online learning community. We connect you with videos, podcasts, articles, courses, and other resources to inspire minds and spark conversations on topics that matter to you — everything from faith and politics, to science, technology, and your career. Learn more about ThinkND and register for upcoming live events at think.nd.edu. Join our LinkedIn community for updates, episode clips, and more.

We're navigating a paradox in health and wellness. Developed nations are sicker than ever, yet healthcare systems have reached remarkable levels of advancement. At the same time, access to care, health insurance, and patient agency seem to be at an all-time low. How can we take control of our health without succumbing to cynicism? And what steps can we take to create a healthier future for ourselves and the next generation? This week, we're joined by a doctor and healthcare administrator who dives deep into the complexities of modern healthcare. Together, we'll uncover why the system is broken, explore the differences between Medicare and Medicaid, examine successful healthcare models, and discuss actionable solutions for the future. Listen and learn: Why the healthcare system is failing The truth about Medicare vs. Medicaid Examples of healthcare systems that work Real solutions for meaningful change Link AbrahamNussbaum.com ABOUT OUT GUEST Dr. Abraham M. Nussbaum is a psychiatrist and author dedicated to reimagining healthcare through a more humane and patient-centered approach. He serves as the Chief Education Officer at Denver Health and has written extensively on the intersection of medicine, ethics, and personal connection, including Progress Notes: One Year in the Future of Medicine and The Finest Traditions of My Calling: One Physician's Search for the Renewal of Medicine. Like the Show? Leave us a review Check out our YouTube channel

In the newest episode of the ACAP Coffee Break podcast, ACAP CEO Meg Murray speaks with Greg McCarthy, CEO of Denver Health Medical Plan! Listen as Greg shares his journey from tech to the “mission driven” field of health care. Greg shares both the hurdles and triumphs of his career from business hardships, to personal loss. Learn about the power of consistency and making difficult choices.  Want to read what ACAP's plan leaders are reading? Check out our Goodreads bookshelf at https://bit.ly/3dWnSRs.

It's been seven years since the e-scooter companies unceremoniously dumped fleets of Limes and Birds onto the streets of Denver, and many Denverites are still upset about it! But at the same time, many others have grown to rely on these micro-mobility machines. Councilman Chris Hinds, in particular, has been pushing for tougher regulations for years, and last week he put forth a new proposal to the rest of City Council, citing Denver Health data showing a huge increase in scooter-related accidents in 2024. So we reached out to Lime to hear their side of the story and where they see scooters fitting in Denver's constantly evolving transportation ecosystem.  What do you think about scooters after hearing from the Lime guys? Have you ever tossed a scooter into the creek? Or do you love using them to get around? We want to hear from you! Text or leave us a voicemail with your name and neighborhood, and you might hear it on the show: 720-500-5418‬ We also reached out to talk to the other company licensed to operate scooters in Denver, Bird, and here's the statement they sent us: “We at Bird are excited to work with DOTI and Denver City Council to bring the very best technology and vehicles to the Denver program. We look forward to working collaboratively with our partners to provide feedback on the draft micro-mobility ordinance to fine tune the details, but we are aligned with the vision of continuing to develop a last-mile mobility solution that focuses on safety, equity, and access.” Get your tickets to HEYDAY now! We're putting on an indoor fair with urban flair, like a classic county fair but with a very cool Denver twist. Join us on March 8 for classic carnival games, vintage arcade games, Denver-themed balloon art, and a full day of grandstand entertainment, featuring some of your favorite guests from the podcast. It's family friendly, too, if you wanna bring your kids. Get those tickets now at www.heydaydenver.com. For even more news from around the city, subscribe to our morning newsletter Hey Denver at denver.citycast.fm. Follow us on Instagram: @citycastdenver Chat with other listeners on reddit: r/CityCastDenver Support City Cast Denver by becoming a member: membership.citycast.fm Learn more about the sponsors of this March 3rd episode: Arvada Center Clear Creek Makerspace JCC Denver Looking to advertise on City Cast Denver? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Every child has an individual healthcare experience, but for marginalized communities like migrant families, they face some unique challenges in our healthcare system. From dealing with trauma to navigating a language barrier, working to get the right care can be complicated. At this year's annual Children's Hospital Colorado podcast live event, Charting Pediatrics took a close look at this topic. In this episode you will learn about acute clinical challenges, resource constraints, social needs, moral distress, impact on staff, child health policy, combating misinformation and more. Steven Federico, MD, the Chief Government and Community Affairs Officer at Denver Health joined us for this special episode. His passion for improved and equitable healthcare is fueled by his experiences as a pediatrician and primary care physician at Denver Health, where he has worked since 2002. In his past role as medical director, he oversaw three community health centers and 19 school-based clinics that provide comprehensive physical and mental health care to 70,000 children across Denver. His advocacy work focuses on eliminating barriers to adequate health coverage and healthcare.   Some highlights from this episode include:  The strains hospital and primary care settings have experienced with the 2024 surge in international migration to the United States  Effective strategies to deliver the best care for migrant children  Ways the medical community can prepare for and adapt to the possibility that patients and families may face deportation  Understanding the opportunities that exist to provide optimal care in different healthcare settings  For more information on Children's Colorado, visit: childrenscolorado.org. 

The current flu season is the worst in 15 years in terms of doctor's visits. Tuberculosis cases are rising. On the horizon is a possible bird flu outbreak that is already affecting millions of livestock birds and it's starting to make the jump to humans. This is all happening with the backdrop of lapsed information from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, confirmation of a federal health secretary who openly expressed skepticism about vaccines, and unprecedented cuts in the works for the Indian Health Service. We'll get a gauge of the current threats to the health of Native Americans. GUESTS Dean Seneca (Seneca), CEO and founder of Seneca Scientific Solutions+ Katherine Minthorn (Umatilla), an owner of Rez Chicks Co-Op Aiono Dr. Alec Ekeroma (Samoan), director general of Samoa's Health Ministry Chanda Hesson, nurse consultant for the State of Alaska's section of epidemiology and the lead nurse consultant for the Alaska Department of Health's tuberculosis team Dr. Robert Belknap, executive director of the Public Health Institute at Denver Health

This Friday, it’s time for a closer look at one of the writers making up Colorado’s literary landscape. SunLit editor Kevin Simpson chats with an author whose poetry and short stories unexpectedly coalesced into a darkly humorous novel. Denver Health: denverhealth.org/welcome Colorado Sun's Valentines Day: coloradosun.com/loveSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today, Sun reporter Parker Yamasaki gets us caught up on a brewing Colorado-Nebraska rivalry that has to do with water, land and eminent domain. Read more on this story: https://coloradosun.com/2025/02/01/eminent-domain-perkins-canal-nebraska/ Denver Health: denverhealth.org/welcome Colorado Sun's Valentines Day: coloradosun.com/loveSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Read our full story: https://coloradosun.com/2025/01/21/colorado-semiautomatic-removable-magazine-gun-ban-explained/ Today we're sharing an except of Purplish, the politics and policy podcast produced by Colorado Public Radio News and the Colorado Capitol News Alliance. The Colorado Sun is a member of the alliance. Colorado Sun political reporter Jesse Paul joined Lucas Brady Woods of KUNC and Bente Birkeland of Colorado Public Radio to discuss Senate Bill 3, which would ban the manufacture and sale of certain semiautomatic rifles, shotguns and handguns that can accept detachable ammunition magazines. Denver Health: denverhealth.org/welcome Colorado Sun's Valentines Day: coloradosun.com/loveSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today, Colorado Sun business reporter Tamara Chuang has the latest on King Soopers workers strike, a late Friday federal court filing and how things went over Super Bowl weekend. Read our full story: https://coloradosun.com/2025/02/08/king-soopers-public-support-unions-grocery-strike/ Denver Health: denverhealth.org/welcome Colorado Sun's Valentines Day: coloradosun.com/loveSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today, Sun reporter Jennifer Brown talks about riding the rails to Winter Park as a way to get more people off I-70, and state’s efforts to extend the passenger line to and past Steamboat Springs. Read the full story: https://coloradosun.com/2025/02/03/ski-train-mountain-rail/ Denver Health: denverhealth.org/welcome Colorado Sun's Valentines Day: coloradosun.com/loveSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Is medical education stuck in the past, or can innovative approaches reshape the future of health care? In this episode, Dr. Abraham Nussbaum, Chief Education Officer at Denver Health, discusses the evolution and challenges of medical education, emphasizing the limitations of the traditional "textbook of the body" approach rooted in the Flexner Report. He highlights the growing importance of addressing relational and community health issues, such as loneliness and social determinants, through innovative models like Longitudinal Integrated Clerkships (LIC), where students follow patients across various care settings. Despite these advances, systemic barriers, including the transactional nature of health care and prioritization of documentation over care, contribute to physician burnout and patient dissatisfaction. Modern medical training, often remote and isolated, leaves students discouraged, though mentorship and relational learning show promise in improving outcomes. Dr. Nussbaum expresses hope for systemic reform driven by alignment between student and patient needs and the efforts of forward-thinking leaders. Tune in for groundbreaking ideas on transforming medical training to address the relational and community health challenges of today! About CareQuest: CareQuest Institute for Oral Health is a national nonprofit dedicated to creating an oral health care system that is accessible, equitable, and integrated. Learn more about how their advocacy, philanthropy, research, and education are creating a better oral health system at carequest.org/turnonthelights Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This episode features Mary Tucker and Garrett Chism discussing an interprofessional education pilot program between Metropolitan State University of Denver and Denver Health. The program is supported by a grant from the Copic Medical Foundation and focuses on simulation training for nursing and EMT students to improve patient outcomes. The objectives include evaluating critical changes in patient assessment, completing trauma assessments, and demonstrating closed-loop communication. A key aim is to teach students from different disciplines to communicate effectively and understand each other's roles to reduce errors in patient care. Metropolitan State University Nursing Program: https://www.msudenver.edu/nursingDenver Health EMT training program: https://www.denverhealth.org/paramedics Feedback or episode ideas email the show at wnlpodcast@copic.comDisclaimer: Information provided in this podcast should not be relied upon for personal, medical, legal, or financial decisions and you should consult an appropriate professional for specific advice that pertains to your situation. Health care providers should exercise their professional judgment in connection with the provision of healthcare services. The information contained in this podcast is not intended to be, nor is it, a substitute for medical diagnosis, treatment, advice, or judgment relative to a patient's specific condition.

Dr. Lorraine and Dr. Brie join HeHe to discuss the critical and often overlooked topic of obstetrical violence. In this eye-opening episode, they break down what obstetrical violence is, its impact on women globally, including psychological trauma and avoidable morbidity, and how it violates human rights. The discussion highlights the importance of informed consent, respectful maternity care, and midwifery as potential solutions. The duo also emphasizes the need for systemic changes within the healthcare system to prevent obstetrical violence and improve maternal outcomes. Tune in to learn about practical steps women can take to avoid birth trauma and the crucial role of midwifery in transforming maternity care.   Understanding Obstetrical Violence Examples and Impact of Obstetrical Violence Legal Recourse and Advocacy The Iceberg Analogy and Measurement Tools Respectful Maternity Care and Systemic Issues Transparency and Hospital Reporting Midwifery Care and Trauma Prevention Systemic Obstacles and Solutions Navigating the Complexities of U.S. Healthcare Challenges Faced by Healthcare Providers The Impact of Insurance on Birth Choices Midwifery Care and Its Benefits Policy and Systemic Barriers The Role of Consumer Advocacy Future Directions and Solutions Connecting and Collaborating for Change Guest Bio: Lorraine M. Garcia, PhD, WHNP-BC, CNM does research on the problem of obstetric violence in the US maternity care system and the public health and ethical duties to implement solutions. She also works as a Certified Nurse Midwife with experience in home birth, birth center, and hospital-based care. Lorraine is a reproductive justice advocate and frames most of her research with critical lenses from healthcare systems science, structural and organizational theories, and social justice in nursing. Her perspective on the systemic, normalized abuse and mistreatment of childbearing people is aligned with advocacy workers, interdisciplinary scientists, and all interested and affected parties working to end obstetric violence and achieve birth equity.   Dr. Brie Thumm is an Assistant Professor at the University of Colorado College of Nursing. She has been practicing midwifery domestically and internationally since 2001 when she completed her Masters in the Science of Nursing at Yale University. She obtained her MBA in Healthcare Administration at Baruch College in New York City and her PhD in health systems research at University of Colorado College of Nursing. Her area of research is perinatal workforce development to address disparities in maternal health outcomes and improve the well-being of health care professionals. Prior to her current position, Brie provided care at Planned Parenthood of New York City, served as the Assistant Director of the Sexual Assault Response Team for the Manhattan public hospitals, conducted mental and behavioral health research at the Rocky Mountain Regional Veteran's Affairs Medical Center, and led the clinical and research arms of the Maternal Mortality Prevention Program at the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment. She continues to practice clinically at Denver Health. 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Improving hospital quality to reduce disparities in severe maternal morbidity and mortality. Seminars in Perinatology, 41(5), 266−272. https://doi.org/10.1053/j.semperi.2017.04.002    Jolivet, R. R., Gausman, J., Kapoor, N., Langer, A., Sharma, J., & Semrau, K. E. A. (2021). Operationalizing respectful maternity care at the healthcare provider level: A systematic scoping review. Reproductive Health, 18(1), 194. https://doi.org/10.1186/s12978-021-01241-5   Julian, Z., Robles, D., Whetstone, S., Perritt, J. B., Jackson, A. V., Hardeman, R. R., & Scott, K. A. (2020). Community-informed models of perinatal and reproductive health services provision: A justice-centered paradigm toward equity among Black birthing communities. Seminars in Perinatology, 44(5). https://doi.org/10.1016/j.semperi.2020.151267   Logan, R. G., McLemore, M. R., Julian, Z., Stoll, K., Malhotra, N., GVtM Steering Council, & Vedam, S. (2022). Coercion and non-consent during birth and newborn care in the United States. Birth (Berkeley, Calif.), 49(4), 749–762. https://doi.org/10.1111/birt.12641   Margulis, J. (2013). The business of baby. Scribner.    Mena-Tudela, D., González-Chordá, V. M., Soriano-Vidal, F. J., Bonanad-Carrasco, T., Centeno-Rico, L., Vila-Candel, R., Castro-Sánchez, E., & Cervera Gasch, Á. (2020). Changes in health sciences students' perception of obstetric violence after an educational intervention. Nurse Education Today, 88, https://doi.org/10.1016/j.nedt.2020.104364   Morton, C. H., & Simkin, P. (2019). Can respectful maternity care save and improve lives?. Birth (Berkeley, Calif.), 46(3), 391–395. https://doi.org/10.1111/birt.12444   Neal, J. L., Carlson, N. S., Phillippi, J. C., Tilden, E. L., Smith, D. C., Breman, R. B., Dietrich, M. S., & Lowe, N. K. (2019). 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Overlap between birth trauma and mistreatment: A qualitative analysis exploring American clinician perspectives on patient birth experiences. Reproductive Health, 20(1), 63. https://doi.org/10.1186/s12978-023-01604-0    Scott, K. A., Britton, L., & McLemore, M. R. (2019). The ethics of perinatal care for Black women: Dismantling the structural racism in "Mother Blame" narratives. The Journal of Perinatal & Neonatal Nursing, 33(2), 108–115. https://doi.org/10.1097/JPN.0000000000000394   Smith, D. C., Phillippi, J. C., Lowe, N. K., Breman, R. B., Carlson, N. S., Neal, J. L., Gutierrez, E., & Tilden, E. L. (2020). Using the Robson 10-group classification system to compare cesarean birth utilization between US centers with and without midwives. J Midwifery Womens Health, 65(1), 10-21. https://doi.org/10.1111/jmwh.13035    Smith, S., Redmond, M., Stites, S., Sims, J., Ramaswamy, M., & Kelly, P. J. (2023). Creating an agenda for Black birth equity: Black voices matter. 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As Denver Health strives to become Colorado's most trusted healthcare provider, its mission is grounded in core values of respect, belonging, and responsibility. In this conversation, Amy Friedman and Sharif Abdelhamid, leaders in Denver Health's experience department, share insights on how a committed workforce and robust community partnerships enable the essential hospital to deliver high-quality, safe care. Together, they discuss how these guiding values help Denver Health foster trust, bring hope, and promote healing among marginalized populations.

Denver's safety net hospital is in a “death spiral.” Denver Health officials told City Council earlier this year that they are facing a $155 million deficit due to all the uncompensated care they provide unhoused people, migrants, and anyone else who needs medical attention — and they want Denver voters to help pay the difference! Denver Health CEO Donna Lynne joins host Bree Davies to share the unique funding situation Denver Health faces compared to other safety net hospitals around the country and make her case for your vote on a 0.34% sales tax increase this fall.  Our fall campaign is happening now! It takes a lot to keep City Cast Denver and Hey Denver running strong. Your membership helps us cover the cost of bringing you the local stories you care about. If you believe in what we do, become a member of City Cast Denver today. Every member makes a difference! For even more news from around the city, subscribe to our morning newsletter Hey Denver at denver.citycast.fm. Follow us on Instagram: @citycastdenver Chat with other listeners on reddit: r/CityCastDenver Will you vote to increase taxes for Denver Health? We want to hear from you! Text or leave us a voicemail with your name and neighborhood, and you might hear it on the show: 720-500-5418‬ Looking to advertise on City Cast Denver? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

If you're new here, welcome! We've put together a starter pack for you with episodes and articles to welcome you to the City Cast Denver community.  Welcome to October in the Mile High City! To celebrate the spooky season, we've rounded up some of the best things to do, see, eat, and explore in and around Denver — like a trip to the Monster Mash Bash puppet house on 1491 S. Newton Street, a killer party at the historic Richthofen Castle, a visit to the very scary DIY haunted junkyard, and more.  Bree mentioned our recent episode about the history of Riverside Cemetery.  For even more tips on how to make the most of October in Denver, check out our newsletter Hey Denver's take on what to do this month.  City Cast Denver is made possible by our awesome sponsors, like Denver Health and Town Hall Collaborative. And we're also powered by our members, who enjoy an ad-free version of the show. Find out more membership.citycast.fm about how to become a member of City Cast Denver. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here citycast.fm/advertise.  Got questions or comments about this episode? You can reach us at denver@citycast.fm  Looking to advertise on City Cast Denver? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Join us for the latest information on perinatal addiction.  We will explore the most commonly used substances that affect the lives of families and their babies during pregnancy and postpartum. We also discuss the new legislation in some states that has changed the way that parents with substance use issues are treated.  Since it's been proven that punitive measures do not lead to change with people who have this complicated problem, new laws were put into place with the hope that women with substance use issues start prenatal care earlier. You'll also learn how educators and other birth workers can offer resources for those who want to seek help.     Our guest, Dr. Kaylin Klie, MD, MA is an addiction medicine specialist who works at UCHealth in Colorado as an Assistant Professor of Family Medicine and Psychiatry with a special focus on perinatal addiction. She is the founder of the Denver Health and University of Colorado OB Addiction Medicine clinics, which provide integrated peripartum care and substance use assessment and treatment for pregnant and mothering women.  Dr. Klie has been on a steering committee member for the State of Colorado Substance Exposed Newborn task force, and the co-chair for Provider Education. She served on the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment Maternal Mortality Review Committee, helping healthcare workers and the public understand the impact substance use continues to have on maternal morbidity and mortality in Colorado.    Listen and Learn   How legislative changes for Colorado families include that substance exposure during a pregnancy alone is no longer automatically considered child abuse or neglect How a punitive response to substance use in pregnancy has negative health effects for families, instead of being helpful   What is meant by “context more than the toxicology” in helping to keep a plan of safe care for the family  That substance use covers a wide variety of products that people are addicted to  How to think about what kind of support a person who uses substances may need  When we welcome people with substance use into our services and classes, it helps them seek prenatal care rather than waiting due to fear    Resources & Mentions Get in touch with Dr. Klie:  KAYLIN.KLIE@CUANSCHUTZ.EDU    Related Products from InJoy Understanding Pregnancy Curriculum Understanding Birth Curriculum Understanding Breastfeeding Curriculum Alcohol & Pregnancy You Can Quit! How to Stop Smoking During Pregnancy Healthy Steps for Teen Parents 

Dr. Kathy Boyle, CNO at Denver Health, and Dr. Natalie Nicholson, associate CNO at Denver Health, chat with nursing editor G Hatfield about how Denver Health is tackling disruptors in the nursing industry.

In this podcast episode we want to introduce you to our BCEN Friend, Adam Sorenson. Graduating in 2012 with his BSN, Adam Sorenson began his career as a pediatric nurse before transitioning to a role as a pediatric intensive care nurse. After a few years in the PICU, Adam shifted to working in an adult surgical intensive care unit (SICU) at a Level 1 trauma center, where he continues to work today. Adam's professional development includes advanced training, starting with Trauma Nursing Core Course (TNCC) and Advanced Trauma Care Nursing (ATCN) to obtaining his certification as a Trauma Certified Registered Nurse (TCRN). In 2014, during the Ebola outbreak in Central and West Africa, Adam joined the Highly Infectious Treatment Team (HITeam) at Denver Health Hospital, an all-voluntary group established to handle such crises. Denver Health was designated as an Ebola regional treatment center in 2015. In 2021, Adam took on a part-time role as a Biocontainment Unit Nurse Educator, focusing on training, education, and preparedness for viral hemorrhagic fevers, rare respiratory viruses, and novel viruses. Additionally, Adam has served as a nurse in the Air Force Reserves for the past five years. Come along as Michael Dexter and Hollye Briggs talk with Adam about his nursing career from pediatrics to trauma care to biocontainment. This episode is called, “Hero Dirt: Collaboration on Emerging Special Pathogens.” Adam can be reached on the Denver Health website at https://www.denverhealth.org/services/regional-emerging-special-pathogen-treatment-center and also recommends resources through the NETEC website at https://netec.org/ BCEN & Friends Podcast is presented by the Board of Certification for Emergency Nursing. We invite you to visit us online at https://bcen.org for additional information about emergency nursing certification, education, and much more.

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Randall Frietzsche, CISO at Denver Health is our feature interview this week. News from the Brown Palace, Ibotta, Pax8, Red Canary, Optiv, zvelo and a lot more. Support us on Patreon! Fun swag available - all proceeds will directly support the Colorado = Security infrastructure. Come join us on the new Colorado = Security Slack channel to meet old and new friends. Sign up for our mailing list on the main site to receive weekly updates - https://www.colorado-security.com/. If you have any questions or comments, or any organizations or events we should highlight, contact Alex and Robb at info@colorado-security.com This week's news: Join the Colorado = Security Slack channel Two new pizza shops opening in Denver, the “No. 1 city for pizza” The Brown Palace closing its marquee restaurant, Palace Arms, “until further notice” Colorado's startup community rallies behind Ibotta as Denver's popular consumer app has IPO Downtown Vitality Index: How Downtown Denver's comeback compares Has Boulder lost its luster? For those in the local tech community, the answer is not so simple. Fast-growing Denver tech company hires new CEO to replace founder Coloradans scammed out of $187.6M in 2023, new FBI report says Manage your SOC like a product The Rising Role of the BISO Escalating Deepfake Threats and Countermeasures Job Openings: Pax8 - Senior Cybersecurity Operations Engineer Pax8 - IAM Engineer Bank of America - Senior Information Security Officer Klaviyo - Senior Manager, Security Risk & Reviews Trimble - IT Risk & Control Manager Amazon Games - Senior Security Risk Specialist, GME (Games, Media, & Entertainment) Security Gogo Business Aviation - Senior Cybersecurity Analyst Juniper Square - GRC Security Specialist US Bank - IS Governance, Risk & Controls Specialist NREL - Chief Cybersecurity Engineer Synopsys - Sr. Staff Cyber Security Engineer Upcoming Events: This Week and Next: ISC2 Denver - Navigating the Cyber Landscape in Operational Technology (OT): Challenges, Threats, and Solutions - 5/8 ISSA Denver - The Real World : Hunting Cloud Security Threats - 5/8 (DTC and Downtown) Let's Talk Software Security - Security Champions: What Can Keep Them From Being Successful? - 5/14 Let's Talk Software Security - Security Champions: What Can Go Wrong? - 5/15 CSA Colorado - AWS hands-on Identity and Access Management Immersion workshop - 5/21 ISSA Denver - AI/ML Special Interest Group Inaugural Roundtable - 5/21 ISSA Denver - ISSA Denver Chapter and Gigamon Superfly Golf Event - 5/22 ISC2 Pikes Peak - May Meeting - 5/22 RMISC - 6/11-13 View our events page for a full list of upcoming events * Thanks to CJ Adams for our intro and exit! If you need any voiceover work, you can contact him here at carrrladams@gmail.com. Check out his other voice work here. * Intro and exit song: "The Language of Blame" by The Agrarians is licensed under CC BY 2.0

Dean's Chat host, Dr. Jeffrey Jensen welcomes Dr. Kristine Hoffman to Dean's Chat. Dr. Hoffman is currently the director of the Denver Health Podiatric Medicine and Surgery Residency Program, Chief of Podiatry, and an attending physician in the Department of Orthopedics at Denver Health Medical Center. Additionally, she is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Orthopedics at the University of Colorado School of Medicine. Kristine is a Colorado native who received her Bachelor of Arts degree with distinction from the University of Colorado at Boulder. She completed her Doctorate in Podiatric Medicine at Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine and Science in 2007. She returned to Colorado for her post-graduate training and completed her 3-year surgical residency at the North Colorado Medical Center Program based in Greeley, Colorado. Following her post-graduate studies, Kristine joined a podiatry group in Boulder, Colorado where she worked from 2010 to 2016. She transitioned her career to academic medicine in 2016 when she joined Denver Health – a leading academic hospital, Colorado's primary safety net hospital, and level-one trauma center. Outside of podiatry, Kristine enjoys trail running and fly fishing. She is a four-time “Troutwoman” – having successfully completed this challenging event that involves running at least 26.2 miles with a minimum of 3000 feet of elevation gain and catching all 4 species of Colorado trout in under 12 hours. Kristine is currently the president of Running Rivers a nonprofit organization with the mission to conserve and restore native fish ecosystems by educating and inspiring recreationists to engage in conservation. She also has a long history of competitive rock climbing which enabled her to travel the world and compete. She currently lives in Boulder, Colorado with her husband, daughter, 2 dogs, and 11 chickens. Dr. Jeffrey Jensen chats with Dr. Kristine Hoffman and they reflect on her leadership roles and success in the field, highlighting the importance of training in shaping her career. Dr. Hoffman emphasizes the pride podiatrists should take in their work and the life-changing interventions they provide.  Dr. Hoffman also discusses the diverse experiences and opportunities within podiatric medicine, citing cases at Denver Health ranging from severe infections to neurologic injuries. This showcases the wide range of conditions podiatrists can address. She also highlighted the collaborative training environment at Denver Health, where residents work alongside other specialties like general surgery, fostering strong relationships and mutual respect among healthcare professionals. Furthermore, Dr. Hoffman's involvement in the Running Rivers nonprofit organization demonstrates how podiatrists can extend their impact beyond clinical practice. By participating in events like the flyathlon, podiatrists can contribute to environmental and community initiatives, showcasing the multifaceted nature of the profession. Dr. Hoffman's experiences underscore the fulfilling aspects of podiatric medicine, from providing essential care to engaging in community-focused activities. Podiatry offers a unique blend of clinical challenges, professional growth, and opportunities to positively influence individuals' lives, making it a rewarding and impactful career choice. https://www.denverhealth.org/provider-directory/h/hoffman-kristine-m https://explorepodmed.org/ Dean's Chat Website Dean's Chat Episodes Dean's Chat Blog Why Podiatric Medicine?  Become a Podiatric Physician https://lelandjaffedpm.com  

  The mouth is a fundamental part of the human body. It allows us to eat, drink, breathe, speak, smile and express ourselves. Naturally, that means oral health is connected to our broader physical health, but in the United States, medical and dental care are structurally separate. Despite their connections, the two have entirely different systems of professional training schools, insurance coverage and care networks. This is referred to as the dental divide, and it results in varied levels of access and health outcomes. The repercussions of these barriers are significant, especially for children in our most vulnerable communities. To discuss this important topic, we are joined by Patricia Braun, MD. Dr. Braun is a primary care pediatrician at Denver Health, as well as a professor of pediatrics at the University of Colorado School of Medicine. She is the immediate past chair of the Section on Oral Health for the American Academy of Pediatrics, and her research focuses on oral health outcomes and program evaluation. She also currently directs the Rocky Mountain Network for Oral Health Integration. Some highlights from this episode include:    How to understand the dental divide  Ways this divide leads to poor oral health for children  Options for the medical community to combat these barriers  What primary care providers can look for in their visits with patients  For more information on Children's Colorado, visit: childrenscolorado.org.    

Join Amanda as she talks to her stepmom, Donna Lynne, CEO of Denver Health, about how she continuously strives to serve. Donna is the definition of a renaissance woman and although she could hang it up, she continues to take on high level roles that impact thousands of people. Donna was the SVP and COO at Columbia University Irving Medical Center at the height of COVID-19. She was the 49th Lt. Governor and COO of the State of Colorado from 2016-2019. She also hiked Everest base camp (nbd) and her words of wisdom will inspire you to choose the narrow path. Donna Lynne: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Donna_Lynne 

Denver's healthcare system is teetering on the brink due to an influx of migrants, as one of Colorado's largest hospitals, Denver Health, faces a financial and resource crisis. The sanctuary city's welcoming policies have led to nearly 40,000 migrants arriving in the last year, with over 8,000 seeking care at Denver Health, leading to over $10 million in unpaid medical bills. This surge in patient volume is unsustainable, officials warn, straining the hospital's capacity to provide essential services. As Denver Health grapples with these challenges, the city also confronts educational system pressures, with a significant increase in migrant students. Calls for federal and state aid highlight the urgent need for support to manage the escalating costs and ensure that both long-term residents and newcomers can receive the necessary care and services. This situation underscores the complex dynamics between sanctuary policies, healthcare, and immigration, prompting a critical examination of resource allocation and community support mechanisms. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/darien-dunstan3/message

Digital content is at the center of our society and its prevalence continues to grow. Storytelling on digital platforms allows the medical community to showcase groundbreaking research and connect with audiences, who otherwise may not be privy to this information. Experts like Joshua Williams, MD, are at the forefront of some of this innovation. In October 2023, he received the Advancement in Research Award at the American Academy of Pediatrics National Conference.  Dr. Williams is an assistant professor of pediatrics at the University of Colorado School of Medicine, as well as a practicing primary care pediatrician with Denver Health. He is the principal investigator on a National Institutes of Health grant to examine the impact of digital storytelling on influenza vaccination equity. In addition, he is a co-investigator at the Denver Health for the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention Vaccine Safety DataLink Project. “And what I hope comes from it is improvement in equity, improvement in the rate of influenza vaccination uptake in groups that historically haven't had high uptake,” says Dr. Williams  Some highlights from the episode include:  The larger goals of these data- and digital-based projects  How to merge medicine and storytelling  Advice for young doctors and medical professionals  Finding success from rejection  Dr. Williams will be presenting on this very topic at the PAS 2024 meeting in Toronto, Canda.  For more information on Children's Colorado, visit: childrenscolorado.org    

Contributors: Kali Olson PharmD, Travis Barlock MD, Jeffrey Olson MS2 Summary: In this episode of Pharmacy Phriday, Dr. Kali Olson joins Dr. Travis Barlock and Jeffrey Olson in studio to discuss a variety of interesting topics in the form of a segment show. Dr. Kali Olson earned her Doctorate of Pharmacy from the University of Colorado, Skaggs School of Pharmacy and completed a PGY1 residency at Detroit Receiving Hospital and a PGY2 residency in Emergency Medicine at Denver Health. She now works as an Emergency Medicine Pharmacist at Denver Health.  In segment one of the show, Kali and Travis answer the Get-To-Know-You questionnaire. In segment two, they work together to answer a series of pharmacy-based riddles. In segment three they play a “Balderdash” like game in which they guess the definitions of medical jargon. In segment four they play the Number Needed to Treat game, invented by the AFP podcast. And in segment five they work together to answer a question about a far-out scenario involving medications and time travel!   References ·       American Family Physician Podcast, https://www.aafp.org/pubs/afp/multimedia/podcast.html ·       Gragnolati, A. (2022, May 5). The Yuzpe method of emergency contraception. GoodRx. https://www.goodrx.com/conditions/emergency-contraceptive/yuzpe-method ·       Manikandan S, Vani NI. Holiday reading: Learning medicine through riddles. CMAJ. 2010 Dec 14;182(18):E863-4. doi: 10.1503/cmaj.100466. PMID: 21149530; PMCID: PMC3001539. ·       Riddle Me This: Mixing Medicine, https://peimpact.com/riddle-me-this-mixing-medicine/ ·       https://thennt.com/nnt/corticosteroids-treatment-kawasaki-disease-children/ ·       https://thennt.com/nnt/aspirin-acute-ischemic-stroke/ ·       https://thennt.com/nnt/tranexamic-acid-treatment-epistaxis/ ·       https://thennt.com/nnt/antibiotics-culture%e2%80%90positive-asymptomatic-bacteriuria-pregnant-women/   Produced, Hosted, Edited, and Summarized by Jeffrey Olson MS2 | Additional editing by Jorge Chalit, OMSII  

Welcome to FractureLine: the official weekly news feed from the Chest Wall Injury Society, where we will listen to all the bottom-line CWIS updates, shout-outs, fun facts, and weekly banter! This week, the FractureLine Friends met with Dr. Husayn Ladhani (CU Department of Surgery, Denver Health)! Dr. Ladhani is a recent graduate/survivor of his fellowship with Dr. Pieracci, who will be taking his skills to Loma Linda for his academic career. Dr. Ladhani is also the presentation winner of CWISummit 2022 and discusses his winning research, which has recently been officially published. He is a very modest physician and a rising star for CWIS! You are not gonna want to miss this one!

Welcome to "The Happy Mama Movement Podcast." As your companion on this heartwarming journey through the tapestry of parenthood, I invite you to continue with me for our Matrescence Partner Podcast series, delving into the incredible journey fathers embark on during matrescence.For years, I have been asked: but what about the Dads?Do the non-birthing partners go through a similar identity shift?Is there something called Patrescence?And... how can I talk to my partner about this, and understand what they are going through too?Welcome to our special Matrescence Partner Podcast series!In this series, I have spoken with three different experts about the experience of becoming a parent, watching your partner experience matrescence, and how parenting changes the partner.In our second episode, I'm thrilled to introduce Dr. Sonal Patel—a neonatologist, pediatrician, and the heart behind four boys. Graduating in 2003 from the University of Nebraska Medical Center, Dr. Patel's journey led her to Denver Health in 2009, where she played a pivotal role in crafting the NICU Preemie Breastfeeding Program.Dr. Patel's personal experiences, marked by the challenges of postpartum emotions and the joys of navigating unique birth and feeding journeys with her boys, have fueled her deep commitment to maternal-infant health. Her path illuminated the gaps in post-discharge care and the support needed for maternal mental wellness.Now, let's cozy up for our conversation with Dr. Patel, as we explore the tender dance of becoming a parent, the profound transformation fathers also experience during matrescence, and the crucial role of communication within partnerships. How does parenthood redefine the partner's role? What joys and challenges do they navigate alongside us?Join us for a heart-to-heart conversation that goes beyond the surface, celebrating the unique journeys of both mothers and partners alike.--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------FIND OUT MORE ABOUT DR. SONAL PATEL AND HER INCREDIBLE WORK RIGHT HERE:https://nayacare.org/about-nayacare/https://www.instagram.com/nayacare/https://www.facebook.com/nayacarecolorado/Ted Talk: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=p8ZjKebeaKY--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Please visit my website: https://www.amytaylorkabbaz.com and: https://mamarising.net/ to submit questions for Mama Q, our new Q&A podcast session, where we answer your questions regarding Matrescence and motherhood-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------WOULD YOU LIKE TO KNOW...-How motherhood changes your core identity-What the 'Inner Split' is, and how to come to terms with this change within you-How to stop being torn between all the roles you have to play-How to see yourself, your body, and all your relationships differently-How to stop being so hard on yourself and, in turn, stop being so resentful towards your loved onesThen register for a set of live coaching calls with me, Amy Taylor Kabbaz.HAVE THE UNIQUE OPPORTUNITY TO JOIN AMY AND HUNDREDS OF OTHERS TO ASK QUESTIONS, LISTEN, HEAL AND RISE TOGETHER.CLICK the LINK to find out more:https://www.amytaylorkabbaz.com/tboy/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dr. Patricia Gabow, Author, Former CEO of Denver Health, and Board Member of the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation. Here, she discusses her new book “The Catholic Church and Its Hospitals: A Marriage Made in Heaven?”.

We are back!! Join Dr. Sean and Dr. Emma for updates on everything happening at Denver Health Pediatric Dental Residency. Stay tuned for more podcasts!! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/sean-whalen/support