In this episode of Taking Healthcare by Storm, Quality Insights Medical Director Dr. Jean Storm speaks with Jorge Otañez, MD, DipABLM, Associate Chief Medical Officer of TrueCare. Dr. Otañez shares his expertise on various health topics, emphasizing the significance of preventative measures and the importance of community health initiatives. He also highlights the role of innovative treatment methods and patient education in improving health outcomes. If you have any topics or guests you'd li...
In this episode of Taking Healthcare by Storm, Quality Insights Medical Director Dr. Jean Storm speaks with Karen Fernandes, RN, CPHQ, CPAA, a nationally respected healthcare leader and advocate with decades of experience in nursing, quality management and patient safety. Karen discusses her personal connection to the far-reaching impact of the synthetic estrogen diethylstilbestrol (DES), prescribed from the 1940s to the 1970s. She highlights its multi-generational health effects and st...
In this episode of Taking Healthcare by Storm, Quality Insights Medical Director Dr. Jean Storm speaks with Stephanie McGrath, PharmD, Executive Director for the Pennsylvania Pharmacist Care Network and Director of Community Partnerships at the University of Pittsburgh School of Pharmacy, and Sydney Stawarz, PharmD, a Pharmacist Fellow at the University of Pittsburgh School of Pharmacy. Stephanie and Sydney discuss their successful collaboration between the Community Pharmacy Enhance...
In this episode of Taking Healthcare by Storm, Quality Insights Medical Director Dr. Jean Storm speaks with Erin Woodford, MSN, RN, a member of the Skilled Nursing Facility Heart Failure Certification oversight work group with the American Heart Association and Vice President of Population Health for Genesis Healthcare. Erin discusses the American Heart Association’s Skilled Nursing Facility Heart Failure Certification, which improves care quality, reduces hospital readmissions, and support...
In this episode of Taking Healthcare by Storm, Quality Insights Medical Director Dr. Jean Storm speaks with three of Quality Insights' Community Health Workers (CHWs): Lisbeth Rojas, Maria Salazar, and Stephanie Duncan. Lisbeth, Maria, and Stephanie discuss their impactful work in Delaware addressing health disparities for women and babies through community-based relationships and essential resources. They share success stories and envision a future where CHWs are integral parts of the health...
In this episode of Taking Healthcare by Storm, Quality Insights Medical Director Dr. Jean Storm speaks with Jacob Bowling, MSW, Chief Executive Officer of Bowling Business Strategies (BBS). Jacob discusses his career in behavioral health strategy, the impact of stigma, addiction, and mental health care models. He emphasizes the need for integrated care, addressing disparities, and providing mental health care to healthcare workers to counteract burnout. Learn more about the Bell Seal for Work...
In this episode of Taking Healthcare by Storm, Quality Insights Medical Director Dr. Jean Storm speaks with Amy Kelly, MD, Assistant Professor of Radiology at UPMC Magee-Womens Hospital in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, and a board-certified diagnostic radiologist with over 15 years of experience specializing in breast imaging. Dr. Kelly discusses advancements in breast imaging, emphasizing the importance of annual screenings, early detection, and improving patient outcomes, with a focus on addres...
In this captivating episode of Taking Healthcare by Storm, delve into the world of expert insights as Quality Insights Medical Director Dr. Jean Storm engages in a thought-provoking and informative discussion with Pam Meador, RN, BSN-BC, Director of Regulatory Services at the West Virginia Health Care Association. Pam Meador discusses the regulatory challenges, staffing issues, and infection control in long-term care facilities, emphasizing the importance of effective leadership and resident-...
In this captivating episode of Taking Healthcare by Storm, delve into the world of expert insights as Quality Insights Medical Director Dr. Jean Storm engages in a thought-provoking and informative discussion with Brian E. McGarry, Ph.D., a physical therapist and health services researcher with an interest in the economics of aging. Dr. Brian McGarry discusses his path to becoming a researcher, the impact of public policies on Medicare navigation, and the vital role of consistent health...
In this captivating episode of Taking Healthcare by Storm, delve into the world of expert insights as Quality Insights Medical Director Dr. Jean Storm engages in a thought-provoking and informative discussion with Dr. Dave Thimons, Founder and CEO of Personal Care Medical Associates (PCMA). Dr. Thimons discusses the importance of palliative medicine in improving the quality of life for nursing home residents and reducing hospitalizations. He highlights the benefits and misconceptions of...
In this captivating episode of Taking Healthcare by Storm, delve into the world of expert insights as Quality Insights Medical Director Dr. Jean Storm engages in a thought-provoking and informative discussion with Jason Povio, Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Eagle Telemedicine. Jason discusses the vital role of telemedicine in improving healthcare access for rural and underserved communities. He highlights the importance of interoperability, chronic disease management, and specialty car...
In this captivating episode of Taking Healthcare by Storm, delve into the world of expert insights as Quality Insights Medical Director Dr. Jean Storm engages in a thought-provoking and informative discussion with Emily Jaffe, MD, MBA, Vice President and Executive Medical Director of Enterprise Palliative Care Strategy and Implementation at Highmark Health and post-acute medical director at Allegheny Health Network. Dr. Emily Jaffe discusses the importance of quality of life at the end ...
In this captivating episode of Taking Healthcare by Storm, delve into the world of expert insights as Quality Insights Medical Director Dr. Jean Storm engages in a thought-provoking and informative discussion with Jeff Neccuzi, a subject matter expert on immunizations and former Director of the West Virginia Division of Immunization Services. Jeff Neccuzi discusses the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on vaccine uptake, growing vaccine misinformation, and the state of school vaccination polici...
In this captivating episode of Taking Healthcare by Storm, delve into the world of expert insights as Quality Insights Medical Director Dr. Jean Storm engages in a thought-provoking and informative discussion with Brian Frazee, President and CEO of the Delaware Healthcare Association. Brian Frazee discusses his extensive background in healthcare advocacy, the unique challenges of Delaware's aging and growing population, the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on healthcare, and DHA's strate...
Join us for part one of a two part series on “Unraveling the Mystery of NoviSurvey” with host Yessi Cubillo, Quality Insights ESRD Network 3 Patient Engagement Specialist, and guest Kimberly Hansen, MSN, RN, Acute Care Program Manager within the Health Facility Survey & Field Operations at the New Jersey Department of Health. For “Part Two” of this series, we need your feedback: Submit your questions. This material was prepared by Quality Insights Renal Network 3, an End Stage Renal Disea...
In this captivating episode of Taking Healthcare by Storm, delve into the world of expert insights as Quality Insights Medical Director Dr. Jean Storm engages in a thought-provoking and informative discussion with Amanda Cummins, PA-C, and Carol Antonelli-Greco, DO, the co-founders of FARMacy WV. Amanda Cummings and Dr. Carol Antonelli Greco discuss FARMacy West Virginia, a program combining healthcare with access to fresh, healthy food. The initiative, spanning 10 years and over 30 sit...
In this captivating episode of Taking Healthcare by Storm, delve into the world of expert insights as Quality Insights Medical Director Dr. Jean Storm engages in a thought-provoking and informative discussion with Holly Estel, RN, Clinical Advisor for Genesis Healthcare. Holly discusses long-term care nursing, covering topics such as the nursing workforce shortage, the essential role of nurse leadership, and the impact of COVID-19. They highlight challenges in staff recruitment, regulatory co...
In this captivating episode of Taking Healthcare by Storm, delve into the world of expert insights as Quality Insights Medical Director Dr. Jean Storm engages in a thought-provoking and informative discussion with Merewyn Sheeran, BS, RN, CIC, LTC-CIP, an Infection Preventionist with PA Project Firstline, a program under the Pennsylvania Department of Health’s Bureau of Epidemiology, Division of Healthcare Acquired Infection Prevention. Merewyn Sheeran discusses Pennsylvania Project Firstline...
In this captivating episode of Taking Healthcare by Storm, delve into the world of expert insights as Quality Insights Medical Director Dr. Jean Storm engages in a thought-provoking and informative discussion with Cathy Slemp, MD, MPH, board-certified in Public Health/Preventive Medicine and Family Practice, and currently runs her own public health consulting practice. Dr. Cathy Slemp discusses her diverse career in public health, focusing on lessons learned from the COVID-19 pandemic, ...
In this captivating episode of Taking Healthcare by Storm, delve into the world of expert insights as Quality Insights Medical Director Dr. Jean Storm engages in a thought-provoking and informative discussion with Heather McGowan, President of the Pennsylvania Association of Nurse Assessment Coordinators (PANAC), and Debra Wright, a Quality Improvement Specialist at Quality Insights. Heather and Deb Wright touch on their responsibilities, challenges, and professional development, especially i...