Virginia Hospital & Healthcare Association
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The Patients Come First Podcast is presented by the Virginia Hospital & Healthcare Association. Each episode will feature people in the health care community whose work is focused on enhancing patient experience, whether through direct care, medical research, or other efforts. Send questions, comments, or feedback to [email protected] or contact us on our social channels @VirginiaHHA using the hashtag #PatientsComeFirst.
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Practical, calm discussion of vascular risk, aortic repair, and the value of prevention.
Patients Come First spends this hour on aortic disease, and it works best when it stays concrete. Dr. Joshua Adams, the Medical Director of the Carilion Clinic Aortic Center, explains the topic in plain language and keeps circling back to what patients actually face: lowering…
Peter Attia evaluates longevity science, from CETP inhibitors to protein debates, through evidence.
Morning medical evidence, compressed for practice.
Medical research, translated through patient experience.
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This episode features an interview with Victor McKenzie Jr., CEO of Virginia Health Catalyst, discussing his background and work to advance equitable access to comprehensive healthcare including oral health across Virginia.
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This episode features Sarah Hale, a hospice volunteer and bereavement coordinator at Ballot Health, discussing her personal journey into grief work and the Camp Firefly initiative that helps children navigate loss.
This episode features an interview with Anthony White, a hospital mechanic at Sentara Virginia Beach General Hospital who has created colorful holiday murals for over 35 years to uplift patients and staff.
This episode features an interview with Amanda Feaster, a nurse and former paramedic, discussing her career transition from EMS to bedside nursing and her personal journey in healthcare.
This episode features an interview with Kapua Conley, a healthcare executive at Sentara, discussing how his personal experiences, including a cancer diagnosis and his father's medical career, inspired his work in healthcare and efforts to improve community access to mental healthcare.
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This episode features an interview with Chris Roby, a violence intervention specialist, discussing his personal journey and the workings of a hospital-based violence intervention program.
This episode features an interview with Stacey Gradowski from the Michigan Health Council discussing ACEMAP, an initiative to strengthen the healthcare workforce through clinical rotation matching and scheduling.
This episode features an interview with Lieutenant Governor Winsome Earle-Sears, the Republican nominee for Virginia governor, discussing her background, public service, and policy priorities for health care during the 2025 election season.
This episode features an interview with Tucker Smith, a medical student at VCU who also performs as an acrobat with Cirque du Soleil, discussing his unique dual career path.
This episode features an interview with Michael Lewis, Vice President of Policy for the American Association of People with Disabilities, discussing his advocacy work, Disability Pride Month, and his personal experience with cerebral palsy.
This episode features an interview with Larry Tan, a healthcare safety and emergency management leader, discussing his career journey and insights on patient safety in hospital settings.
This episode features an interview with Kevin Johnson, a retired educator and cancer survivor, discussing his personal medical journey and his work with Man Up to Cancer to expand men's cancer support in Virginia.
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This episode features an interview with John Reed, the Republican nominee for lieutenant governor in Virginia, discussing his perspectives on healthcare access and policy priorities ahead of the 2025 election.
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Jay Mitchell shares his personal experience of surviving a heart attack and undergoing quadruple bypass surgery, discussing his recovery and the importance of preventative healthcare during Men's Health Awareness Month.
This episode features an interview with Elizabeth Cintron, Program Director of the new Behavioral Health Inpatient Unit at Chesapeake Regional Medical Center, discussing her career journey and the development of this community healthcare resource.
This episode features an interview with Senator Ghazala Hashmi, the Democratic nominee for lieutenant governor in Virginia's 2025 election, discussing her background, public service, and policy priorities.
This episode features an interview with Tammy Albright, a healthcare executive discussing her nursing background, leadership roles, and Ballot Health's expansion of behavioral health and addiction treatment services in the Appalachian Highlands region.
This episode features an interview with Virginia Attorney General Jason Miyares, discussing his background, campaign, and policy priorities for healthcare and public service during the 2025 election year.
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This episode features Hugh Cline, a surgical physician assistant with the Pediatric Congenital Heart Surgery Team at Children's Hospital of Richmond at VCU, discussing his unique journey from being a pediatric patient to becoming a medical provider.
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This episode features an interview with Jay Jones, the Democratic nominee for Virginia attorney general, discussing his background, public service, and policy priorities in the context of the 2025 election.
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This episode features nurse Kristen Danley sharing her personal journey from being a caregiver to becoming a patient after experiencing a stroke in her 30s, while also discussing her earlier medical history with a brain tumor and her path into healthcare.
This episode features an interview with Jessica Macalino, president of Riverside Smithfield Hospital, discussing her career path in healthcare administration and the recent opening of the new hospital in Virginia.
This episode features an interview with Tom Farley, a mental health and addiction treatment advocate, discussing his personal journey, work with the Chris Farley Foundation and Recovery.com, and his upcoming keynote at the 2025 Virginia Behavioral Health Summit.
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This episode features Kimberly Green, Director of Acute Care Services at Chesapeake Regional Healthcare, discussing nursing workforce recruitment initiatives and her career progression in healthcare.
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This episode features an interview with VHHA Vice President Julie Dime about the upcoming Virginia General Assembly legislative session, key health policy issues, and the impact of new state leadership following recent elections.
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This episode features an interview with Abigail Spanberger, the Democratic nominee for Virginia governor, discussing her background, path to public service, and healthcare policy priorities ahead of the 2025 election.
This episode features an interview with Kyle Dodd, a U.S.
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Interview with Erin Martin, behavioral health manager at Sentara Health, discussing the Justice Care Coordination Program that connects recently incarcerated individuals with behavioral health services.
A nursing manager discusses her role, CPR importance, and a holiday life-saving intervention.
Interview with Virginia's new behavioral health commissioner about his career and vision for the agency.
An interview with a violence intervention specialist about a hospital-based program to reduce violence and improve patient care.
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An interview with a pediatric ophthalmologist discussing his career and a case study on early detection of eye issues via smartphone photos.
A conversation with VCU basketball player Joe Bamasil about his life, rehabilitation studies, mental health app development, and patient-centered care.
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An interview with a pediatrician and a community health director about Inova Health System's community health efforts and patient care.
An interview with a laryngologist about his career and clinical work in voice and swallowing disorders.
An interview with the acting director of HHS Region 3 about her career, HHS work, and National Minority Health Month.