https://simplecast.com Health Calls From ethics to advocacy, Health Calls brings together thought leaders from Catholic health care, academia, public policy, and other organizations to discuss timely topics related to the common good and creating a more just and healthy society. Hosted by Brian Reardon, Health Calls is the official podcast of the Catholic Health Association of the United States. © The Catholic Health Association of the United States en Tue, 31 Mar 2026 03:00:00 +0000 Tue, 31 Mar 2026 03:00:11 +0000 https://catholic-health-usa-podcast.simplecast.com Health Calls https://image.simplecastcdn.com/images/498e0915-c0d9-4af7-9a69-69ea5044306e/a1a3042c-367f-421c-9af3-4f474781b832/3000x3000/cha-2025-healthcalls-graphic-v3.jpg?aid=rss_feed https://catholic-health-usa-podcast.simplecast.com episodic From ethics to advocacy, Health Calls brings together thought leaders from Catholic health care, academia, public policy, and other organizations to discuss timely topics related to the common good and creating a more just and healthy society. Hosted by Brian Reardon, Health Calls is the official podcast of the Catholic Health Association of the United States. Catholic Health Association false https://feeds.simplecast.com/N6iZjObW catholic, health, catholic health association, healthcare, health care, cha, chausa Catholic Health Association nosterholt@chausa.org 95870394-e9e3-4051-ad88-62fc90661c0f Collaborating to Curb Medication Costs with Civica RX Health Calls Season 6, Episode 14 examines how health systems across the United States are collaborating to lower medication costs through the groundbreaking nonprofit manufacturer Civica Rx. Host Brian Reardon and Executive Producer Josh Matejka speak with Dr. Daniel Roth, Executive Vice President and COO of Trinity Health, about how Civica was founded to address persistent generic drug shortages, supply chain disruptions, and affordability issues affecting hospitals nationwide. 

Dr. Roth explains how Civica brings together Catholic health systems, nonprofit providers, for‑profit partners, and philanthropic organizations to create a health‑utility model that prioritizes stable supply over profit. He details how Civica now supports more than 1,400 hospitals with affordable generic medications and is expanding its portfolio based on national clinical need. This episode highlights why cross‑sector collaboration is essential for U.S. patients, clinicians, and caregivers—and how collective action can reduce costs, strengthen supply chains, and advance whole‑person care across the country

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]]> Tue, 31 Mar 2026 03:00:00 +0000 nosterholt@chausa.org (Brian Reardon, Josh Matejka, Dr. Daniel Roth) https://catholic-health-usa-podcast.simplecast.com/episodes/collaborating-to-curb-medication-costs-with-civicarx-_yVtL4Ws Health Calls Season 6, Episode 14 examines how health systems across the United States are collaborating to lower medication costs through the groundbreaking nonprofit manufacturer Civica Rx. Host Brian Reardon and Executive Producer Josh Matejka speak with Dr. Daniel Roth, Executive Vice President and COO of Trinity Health, about how Civica was founded to address persistent generic drug shortages, supply chain disruptions, and affordability issues affecting hospitals nationwide. 

Dr. Roth explains how Civica brings together Catholic health systems, nonprofit providers, for‑profit partners, and philanthropic organizations to create a health‑utility model that prioritizes stable supply over profit. He details how Civica now supports more than 1,400 hospitals with affordable generic medications and is expanding its portfolio based on national clinical need. This episode highlights why cross‑sector collaboration is essential for U.S. patients, clinicians, and caregivers—and how collective action can reduce costs, strengthen supply chains, and advance whole‑person care across the country

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]]> Collaborating to Curb Medication Costs with Civica RX Brian Reardon, Josh Matejka, Dr. Daniel Roth 00:22:50 Health Calls Season 6, Episode 14 examines how health systems across the United States are collaborating to lower medication costs through the groundbreaking nonprofit manufacturer Civica Rx. Host Brian Reardon and Executive Producer Josh Matejka speak with Dr. Daniel Roth, Executive Vice President and COO of Trinity Health, about how Civica was founded to address persistent generic drug shortages, supply chain disruptions, and affordability issues affecting hospitals nationwide. Health Calls Season 6, Episode 14 examines how health systems across the United States are collaborating to lower medication costs through the groundbreaking nonprofit manufacturer Civica Rx. Host Brian Reardon and Executive Producer Josh Matejka speak with Dr. Daniel Roth, Executive Vice President and COO of Trinity Health, about how Civica was founded to address persistent generic drug shortages, supply chain disruptions, and affordability issues affecting hospitals nationwide. drug shortages, civica rx, prescription costs, catholic health care, medication costs false full 14 6 0b34c909-52df-42fd-b15b-cf9f27cbf6ce Different Faiths, Same Goal: How Interfaith Engagement Elevates Human Flourishing Health Calls Season 6, Episode 13 explores how interfaith engagement strengthens whole‑person care and human flourishing across the United States. Host Brian Reardon and Executive Producer Josh Matejka welcome Suzanne Watts Henderson, PhD, Senior Director of Faith & Health at Interfaith America to discuss religious diversity as a civic asset and a practical lever for community trust in health care.

The conversation traces Interfaith America’s move from higher‑ed leadership development into health care settings, accelerated during the pandemic as faith leaders partnered with clinicians to bridge trust and boost vaccine confidence—including stories from Charlotte and other local communities. Henderson unpacks a simple framework—respect, relate, cooperate—for Catholic and non‑Catholic partners to deliver spiritual care that honors human dignity for everyone, not only Catholics. 

Resources

Read Suzanne Watts Henderson and Eboo Patel's 2024 article in Health Progress

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]]> Tue, 17 Mar 2026 03:00:00 +0000 nosterholt@chausa.org (Brian Reardon, Josh Matejka, Suzanne Watts Henderson) https://catholic-health-usa-podcast.simplecast.com/episodes/different-faiths-same-goal-how-interfaith-engagement-elevates-human-flourishing-Y66nw2Wm Health Calls Season 6, Episode 13 explores how interfaith engagement strengthens whole‑person care and human flourishing across the United States. Host Brian Reardon and Executive Producer Josh Matejka welcome Suzanne Watts Henderson, PhD, Senior Director of Faith & Health at Interfaith America to discuss religious diversity as a civic asset and a practical lever for community trust in health care.

The conversation traces Interfaith America’s move from higher‑ed leadership development into health care settings, accelerated during the pandemic as faith leaders partnered with clinicians to bridge trust and boost vaccine confidence—including stories from Charlotte and other local communities. Henderson unpacks a simple framework—respect, relate, cooperate—for Catholic and non‑Catholic partners to deliver spiritual care that honors human dignity for everyone, not only Catholics. 

Resources

Read Suzanne Watts Henderson and Eboo Patel's 2024 article in Health Progress

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]]> Different Faiths, Same Goal: How Interfaith Engagement Elevates Human Flourishing Brian Reardon, Josh Matejka, Suzanne Watts Henderson 00:22:29 Health Calls Season 6, Episode 13 explores how interfaith engagement strengthens whole‑person care and human flourishing across the United States. Host Brian Reardon and Executive Producer Josh Matejka welcome Suzanne Watts Henderson, PhD, Senior Director of Faith & Health at Interfaith America to discuss religious diversity as a civic asset and a practical lever for community trust in health care. Health Calls Season 6, Episode 13 explores how interfaith engagement strengthens whole‑person care and human flourishing across the United States. Host Brian Reardon and Executive Producer Josh Matejka welcome Suzanne Watts Henderson, PhD, Senior Director of Faith & Health at Interfaith America to discuss religious diversity as a civic asset and a practical lever for community trust in health care. whole person care, interfaithamerica, human flourishing, spiritual care, catholic health care false full 13 6 622636d3-5d3a-4b33-a8e3-c271a73c7b6d “You Are Not Alone”: Responding to the Immigration Crisis with the USCCB Health Calls Season 6, Episode 12 explores how Catholic ministries across the United States are responding to the growing immigration crisis. Host Brian Reardon and Executive Producer Josh Matejka welcome Bill Canny, Executive Director of the USCCB’s Secretariat of Migration, to discuss the national You Are Not Alone campaign. 

Rooted in Catholic social teaching and launched in response to heightened fear among immigrant communities, the initiative offers support to families facing deportation threats, lack of legal protection, and barriers to accessing health care, schools, and parish life. Canny explains how dioceses nationwide are mobilizing volunteers, parish groups, and Catholic health care to provide accompaniment, resources, and reassurance. With fear driving declines in clinic visits and school attendance across many states, this conversation highlights how the Church is uniting for change, standing with vulnerable immigrants, and affirming their dignity during an especially challenging moment.

Resources

Watch the USCCB's Special Pastoral Message on Immigration

Learn more about the You Are Not Alone campaign

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]]> Tue, 3 Mar 2026 04:00:00 +0000 nosterholt@chausa.org (Bill Canny, Josh Matejka, Brian Reardon) https://catholic-health-usa-podcast.simplecast.com/episodes/you-are-not-alone-responding-to-the-immigration-crisis-with-the-usccb-0A_aZGRy Health Calls Season 6, Episode 12 explores how Catholic ministries across the United States are responding to the growing immigration crisis. Host Brian Reardon and Executive Producer Josh Matejka welcome Bill Canny, Executive Director of the USCCB’s Secretariat of Migration, to discuss the national You Are Not Alone campaign. 

Rooted in Catholic social teaching and launched in response to heightened fear among immigrant communities, the initiative offers support to families facing deportation threats, lack of legal protection, and barriers to accessing health care, schools, and parish life. Canny explains how dioceses nationwide are mobilizing volunteers, parish groups, and Catholic health care to provide accompaniment, resources, and reassurance. With fear driving declines in clinic visits and school attendance across many states, this conversation highlights how the Church is uniting for change, standing with vulnerable immigrants, and affirming their dignity during an especially challenging moment.

Resources

Watch the USCCB's Special Pastoral Message on Immigration

Learn more about the You Are Not Alone campaign

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Learn more about The Catholic Health Association of the United States at www.chausa.org.

]]> “You Are Not Alone”: Responding to the Immigration Crisis with the USCCB Bill Canny, Josh Matejka, Brian Reardon 00:22:39 Health Calls Season 6, Episode 12 explores how Catholic ministries across the United States are responding to the growing immigration crisis. Host Brian Reardon and Executive Producer Josh Matejka welcome Bill Canny, Executive Director of the USCCB’s Secretariat of Migration, to discuss the national You Are Not Alone campaign. Health Calls Season 6, Episode 12 explores how Catholic ministries across the United States are responding to the growing immigration crisis. Host Brian Reardon and Executive Producer Josh Matejka welcome Bill Canny, Executive Director of the USCCB’s Secretariat of Migration, to discuss the national You Are Not Alone campaign. catholic health, immigration, immigrants, human dignity, catholic health care, usccb, catholic bishops false full 12 6 ac6ff626-01c3-4a50-afe3-44d0dda75f9a Washington Update: Advocacy Partnerships and Policy Victories Health Calls Season 6, Episode 11 delivers an important Washington health policy update, as host Brian Reardon and Executive Producer Josh Matejka welcome Paulo Pontemayor, CHA’s Senior Director for Government Relations. Paulo breaks down the latest federal health care policy developments impacting Catholic health care, including the expiration of ACA premium tax credits, rising insurance costs, and ongoing coalition advocacy through Keep Americans Covered. 

The conversation also highlights key wins in recent appropriations bills, such as extensions for essential Medicare and Medicaid provisions, telehealth flexibilities, and delayed Medicaid DSH cuts. Looking ahead, Paulo previews 2026 priorities—Medicaid work requirements, maternal health initiatives, and immigration policies rooted in human dignity. As a pivotal election year shapes congressional action, listeners learn how CHA members and community partners can stay engaged through advocacy alerts, local outreach, and collaborative efforts that strengthen access to care and support whole‑person health across the country.

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]]> Tue, 17 Feb 2026 04:00:00 +0000 nosterholt@chausa.org (Brian Reardon, Josh Matejka, Paulo Pontemayor) https://catholic-health-usa-podcast.simplecast.com/episodes/washington-update-advocacy-partnerships-and-policy-changes-xMzNVTzq Health Calls Season 6, Episode 11 delivers an important Washington health policy update, as host Brian Reardon and Executive Producer Josh Matejka welcome Paulo Pontemayor, CHA’s Senior Director for Government Relations. Paulo breaks down the latest federal health care policy developments impacting Catholic health care, including the expiration of ACA premium tax credits, rising insurance costs, and ongoing coalition advocacy through Keep Americans Covered. 

The conversation also highlights key wins in recent appropriations bills, such as extensions for essential Medicare and Medicaid provisions, telehealth flexibilities, and delayed Medicaid DSH cuts. Looking ahead, Paulo previews 2026 priorities—Medicaid work requirements, maternal health initiatives, and immigration policies rooted in human dignity. As a pivotal election year shapes congressional action, listeners learn how CHA members and community partners can stay engaged through advocacy alerts, local outreach, and collaborative efforts that strengthen access to care and support whole‑person health across the country.

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]]> Washington Update: Advocacy Partnerships and Policy Victories Brian Reardon, Josh Matejka, Paulo Pontemayor 00:24:56 Health Calls Season 6, Episode 11 delivers an important Washington health policy update, as host Brian Reardon and Executive Producer Josh Matejka welcome Paulo Pontemayor, CHA’s Senior Director for Government Relations. Paulo breaks down federal health care policy developments, including the expiration of ACA premium tax credits and ongoing coalition advocacy through Keep Americans Covered. Health Calls Season 6, Episode 11 delivers an important Washington health policy update, as host Brian Reardon and Executive Producer Josh Matejka welcome Paulo Pontemayor, CHA’s Senior Director for Government Relations. Paulo breaks down federal health care policy developments, including the expiration of ACA premium tax credits and ongoing coalition advocacy through Keep Americans Covered. health care, catholic health, washington dc, health care policy, catholic health care, health care advocacy false full 11 6 c7360214-eacc-487f-b1e2-dc081034da46 A Collaborative Model for Community-Based Wellness Health Calls Season 6, Episode 10 highlights Healthspan Nevada County, an innovative community‑based wellness model redefining whole‑person care. Host Brian Reardon and Executive Producer Josh Matejka talk with Dr. Scott Neeley, president and CEO of Dignity Health’s Sierra Nevada Memorial Hospital, about how this collaborative approach strengthens community health beyond traditional clinical care.

Rooted in four pillars—movement, food, connection, and youth development—the Healthspan model brings together nonprofits, arts organizations, schools, and health leaders to prevent chronic disease and promote long‑term wellness. Dr. Neeley explains why community connection, healthy environments, and shared purpose play a critical role in improving health outcomes.

Read more about the HealthSpan Nevada County initiative in Health Progress.

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]]> Tue, 3 Feb 2026 04:00:00 +0000 nosterholt@chausa.org (Scott Neeley, Josh Matejka, Brian Reardon) https://catholic-health-usa-podcast.simplecast.com/episodes/a-collaborative-model-for-community-based-wellness-O_hdi9yU Health Calls Season 6, Episode 10 highlights Healthspan Nevada County, an innovative community‑based wellness model redefining whole‑person care. Host Brian Reardon and Executive Producer Josh Matejka talk with Dr. Scott Neeley, president and CEO of Dignity Health’s Sierra Nevada Memorial Hospital, about how this collaborative approach strengthens community health beyond traditional clinical care.

Rooted in four pillars—movement, food, connection, and youth development—the Healthspan model brings together nonprofits, arts organizations, schools, and health leaders to prevent chronic disease and promote long‑term wellness. Dr. Neeley explains why community connection, healthy environments, and shared purpose play a critical role in improving health outcomes.

Read more about the HealthSpan Nevada County initiative in Health Progress.

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]]> A Collaborative Model for Community-Based Wellness Scott Neeley, Josh Matejka, Brian Reardon 00:23:09 Health Calls Season 6, Episode 10 highlights Healthspan Nevada County, an innovative community‑based wellness model redefining whole‑person care. Host Brian Reardon and Executive Producer Josh Matejka talk with Dr. Scott Neeley, president and CEO of Dignity Health’s Sierra Nevada Memorial Hospital, about how this collaborative approach strengthens community health beyond traditional clinical care. Health Calls Season 6, Episode 10 highlights Healthspan Nevada County, an innovative community‑based wellness model redefining whole‑person care. Host Brian Reardon and Executive Producer Josh Matejka talk with Dr. Scott Neeley, president and CEO of Dignity Health’s Sierra Nevada Memorial Hospital, about how this collaborative approach strengthens community health beyond traditional clinical care. health care, catholic health, wellness, healthspan nevada county, community health false full 10 6 b78ced8d-1adf-4469-9882-c3437e924fb1 Partnering with Parishes for Community Health Health Calls Season 6, Episode 9 explores how Catholic health care extends beyond hospital walls through parish nurse programs. Host Brian Reardon and Executive Producer Josh Matejka welcome Megan Timm, Regional Director of Community Health for SSM Health in Wisconsin, to discuss a model that has flourished in SSM Health's local communities.

Timm explains how parish nurses serve as trusted health resources within parishes and neighborhoods, blending clinical expertise with community connection. These nurses provide screenings, education, and navigation support while addressing social needs and offering spiritual care, embodying the whole-person care that Catholic health systems strive to provide. Megan also shares insights on program impact, recruitment strategies, and the importance of adapting to evolving community needs. This episode underscores collaboration as a cornerstone for improving health outcomes and strengthening ties between faith and care.

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]]> Tue, 20 Jan 2026 04:00:00 +0000 nosterholt@chausa.org (Megan Timm, Brian Reardon, Josh Matejka) https://catholic-health-usa-podcast.simplecast.com/episodes/partnering-with-parishes-for-community-health-CVDyqBJy Health Calls Season 6, Episode 9 explores how Catholic health care extends beyond hospital walls through parish nurse programs. Host Brian Reardon and Executive Producer Josh Matejka welcome Megan Timm, Regional Director of Community Health for SSM Health in Wisconsin, to discuss a model that has flourished in SSM Health's local communities.

Timm explains how parish nurses serve as trusted health resources within parishes and neighborhoods, blending clinical expertise with community connection. These nurses provide screenings, education, and navigation support while addressing social needs and offering spiritual care, embodying the whole-person care that Catholic health systems strive to provide. Megan also shares insights on program impact, recruitment strategies, and the importance of adapting to evolving community needs. This episode underscores collaboration as a cornerstone for improving health outcomes and strengthening ties between faith and care.

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]]> Partnering with Parishes for Community Health Megan Timm, Brian Reardon, Josh Matejka 00:23:46 catholic health, parish nursing, community outreach, community health false full 9 6 ef80fab8-c860-43ac-bee3-9334d9846df0 Mission Integration and the Next Generation of Health Care Workers Health Calls Season 6, Episode 8 centers a conversation about mission integration and the formation of the next generation of health care workers. Host Brian Reardon and Executive Producer Josh Matejka are joined by Chip Chipman, Manager of Pastoral Care and Mission Integration at CHRISTUS St. Michael Health System, who reflects on the role of spiritual care as a core element of whole‑person care and how it extends beyond chaplaincy to every member of the care team. 

The episode explores how students and new clinicians are introduced to Catholic mission, ethics, and values through relationship‑building, case studies, and real‑world engagement. Chip also discusses how technology, including e‑chaplaincy, can expand access to spiritual care while reinforcing the importance of presence and human connection. Together, the conversation highlights how Catholic health care can prepare future caregivers to lead with compassion, courage, and integrity.

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]]> Tue, 6 Jan 2026 04:00:00 +0000 nosterholt@chausa.org (Chip Chipman, Josh Matejka, Brian Reardon) https://catholic-health-usa-podcast.simplecast.com/episodes/mission-integration-and-the-next-generation-of-health-care-workers-cIVUBWHP Health Calls Season 6, Episode 8 centers a conversation about mission integration and the formation of the next generation of health care workers. Host Brian Reardon and Executive Producer Josh Matejka are joined by Chip Chipman, Manager of Pastoral Care and Mission Integration at CHRISTUS St. Michael Health System, who reflects on the role of spiritual care as a core element of whole‑person care and how it extends beyond chaplaincy to every member of the care team. 

The episode explores how students and new clinicians are introduced to Catholic mission, ethics, and values through relationship‑building, case studies, and real‑world engagement. Chip also discusses how technology, including e‑chaplaincy, can expand access to spiritual care while reinforcing the importance of presence and human connection. Together, the conversation highlights how Catholic health care can prepare future caregivers to lead with compassion, courage, and integrity.

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]]> Mission Integration and the Next Generation of Health Care Workers Chip Chipman, Josh Matejka, Brian Reardon 00:21:32 Health Calls Season 6, Episode 8 centers a conversation about mission integration and the formation of the next generation of health care workers. Host Brian Reardon and Executive Producer Josh Matejka are joined by Chip Chipman, Manager of Pastoral Care and Mission Integration at CHRISTUS St. Michael Health System. Health Calls Season 6, Episode 8 centers a conversation about mission integration and the formation of the next generation of health care workers. Host Brian Reardon and Executive Producer Josh Matejka are joined by Chip Chipman, Manager of Pastoral Care and Mission Integration at CHRISTUS St. Michael Health System. catholic health, chaplains, mission integration, spiritual care, catholic health care false full 8 6 d8e97435-bbcb-49f7-b433-8670d5d465b1 Partnering with the Formerly Unhoused to Care for Those in Need Health Calls Season 6, Episode 7 explores how CommonSpirit Health partners with those who have lived experience of homelessness to shape solutions and fund grants. Host Brian Reardon and Executive Producer Josh Matejka welcome Nicole Wilson, Community Health and Housing System Manager at CommonSpirit Health, to discuss the Research and Equity Advisory Council for Housing Insecurities (REACHI).

Wilson explains how REACHI elevates voices of the formerly unhoused in decision-making, from grant allocation to program design, ensuring initiatives reflect real-world needs. The conversation highlights innovative approaches like safe parking programs for women living in vehicles and the importance of trauma-informed care and low-barrier housing options. Nicole shares how authentic power-sharing and feedback loops transform strategies across diverse communities, from Los Angeles to Washington State. This episode underscores Catholic health care’s commitment to collaboration and equity in addressing homelessness and housing insecurity.

Resources

Read recent Catholic Health World articles on REACHI and one of the programs it helped fund, Safe Parking LA

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]]> Tue, 16 Dec 2025 04:00:00 +0000 nosterholt@chausa.org (Nicole Wilson, Josh Matejka, Brian Reardon) https://catholic-health-usa-podcast.simplecast.com/episodes/partnering-with-the-formerly-unhoused-to-care-for-those-in-need-jk_HL01p Health Calls Season 6, Episode 7 explores how CommonSpirit Health partners with those who have lived experience of homelessness to shape solutions and fund grants. Host Brian Reardon and Executive Producer Josh Matejka welcome Nicole Wilson, Community Health and Housing System Manager at CommonSpirit Health, to discuss the Research and Equity Advisory Council for Housing Insecurities (REACHI).

Wilson explains how REACHI elevates voices of the formerly unhoused in decision-making, from grant allocation to program design, ensuring initiatives reflect real-world needs. The conversation highlights innovative approaches like safe parking programs for women living in vehicles and the importance of trauma-informed care and low-barrier housing options. Nicole shares how authentic power-sharing and feedback loops transform strategies across diverse communities, from Los Angeles to Washington State. This episode underscores Catholic health care’s commitment to collaboration and equity in addressing homelessness and housing insecurity.

Resources

Read recent Catholic Health World articles on REACHI and one of the programs it helped fund, Safe Parking LA

Health Calls is available on the following podcast streaming platforms:

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Learn more about The Catholic Health Association of the United States at www.chausa.org.

]]> Partnering with the Formerly Unhoused to Care for Those in Need Nicole Wilson, Josh Matejka, Brian Reardon 00:25:56 Health Calls Season 6, Episode 7 explores how CommonSpirit Health partners with those who have lived experience of homelessness to shape solutions and fund grants. Host Brian Reardon and Executive Producer Josh Matejka welcome Nicole Wilson, Community Health and Housing System Manager at CommonSpirit Health, to discuss the Research and Equity Advisory Council for Housing Insecurities (REACHI). Health Calls Season 6, Episode 7 explores how CommonSpirit Health partners with those who have lived experience of homelessness to shape solutions and fund grants. Host Brian Reardon and Executive Producer Josh Matejka welcome Nicole Wilson, Community Health and Housing System Manager at CommonSpirit Health, to discuss the Research and Equity Advisory Council for Housing Insecurities (REACHI). health care, catholic health, homelessness, reachi, unhoused false full 7 6 bed19ffa-c46f-4bd6-a991-02676a7d84b1 Collaborating to Address Food Insecurity in Rural Communities Health Calls Season 6, Episode 6 focuses on addressing food insecurity in rural communities. Host Brian Reardon and Executive Producer Josh Matejka welcome Lindsey Meyers, MBA, Vice President of Communications, PR, and Community Engagement at Avera Health. 

Lindsey shares how Avera’s community health needs assessments revealed rising food insecurity across its largely rural footprint, prompting the creation of wellness pantries within clinics. These pantries provide emergency food supplies and connect patients to sustainable resources, complementing mobile food pantries and partnerships with Feeding South Dakota. Lindsey explains why food access is essential to whole-person care and how collaboration among clinicians, volunteers, and community partners drives success. The conversation highlights the program’s rapid growth, its impact on patients, and underscores Catholic health care’s commitment to meeting social determinants of health and evolving to serve community needs.

Health Calls is available on the following podcast streaming platforms:

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Learn more about The Catholic Health Association of the United States at www.chausa.org.

]]> Tue, 18 Nov 2025 04:34:00 +0000 nosterholt@chausa.org (Lindsey Meyers, Brian Reardon, Josh Matejka) https://catholic-health-usa-podcast.simplecast.com/episodes/collaborating-to-address-food-insecurity-in-rural-communities-FSbS0phw Health Calls Season 6, Episode 6 focuses on addressing food insecurity in rural communities. Host Brian Reardon and Executive Producer Josh Matejka welcome Lindsey Meyers, MBA, Vice President of Communications, PR, and Community Engagement at Avera Health. 

Lindsey shares how Avera’s community health needs assessments revealed rising food insecurity across its largely rural footprint, prompting the creation of wellness pantries within clinics. These pantries provide emergency food supplies and connect patients to sustainable resources, complementing mobile food pantries and partnerships with Feeding South Dakota. Lindsey explains why food access is essential to whole-person care and how collaboration among clinicians, volunteers, and community partners drives success. The conversation highlights the program’s rapid growth, its impact on patients, and underscores Catholic health care’s commitment to meeting social determinants of health and evolving to serve community needs.

Health Calls is available on the following podcast streaming platforms:

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Learn more about The Catholic Health Association of the United States at www.chausa.org.

]]> Collaborating to Address Food Insecurity in Rural Communities Lindsey Meyers, Brian Reardon, Josh Matejka 00:25:29 Health Calls Season 6, Episode 6 focuses on addressing food insecurity in rural communities. Host Brian Reardon and Executive Producer Josh Matejka welcome Lindsey Meyers, MBA, Vice President of Communications, PR, and Community Engagement at Avera Health. Health Calls Season 6, Episode 6 focuses on addressing food insecurity in rural communities. Host Brian Reardon and Executive Producer Josh Matejka welcome Lindsey Meyers, MBA, Vice President of Communications, PR, and Community Engagement at Avera Health. health care, catholic health, rural health, food insecurity false full 6 6 54094fb5-f370-4e89-b8ed-1e602656881e Telling the Story of Catholic Health Care on Social Media Health Calls Season 6, Episode 5 explores the power of storytelling and social media in sharing the mission of Catholic health care. Host Brian Reardon and Executive Producer Josh Matejka welcome Stephanie Hampton, a St. Louis-based content creator known for her Instagram account @explorestlparks. Stephanie shares her family's experience with Mercy Hospital’s NICU and how that inspired her to highlight the healing presence of Catholic health care online. Stephanie’s reflections on vulnerability, faith, and positivity offer a compelling reminder of the impact Catholic health care has on families—and how sharing those stories can inspire and connect communities.

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Learn more about The Catholic Health Association of the United States at www.chausa.org.

]]> Tue, 4 Nov 2025 04:00:00 +0000 nosterholt@chausa.org (Stephanie Hampton, Josh Matejka, Brian Reardon) https://catholic-health-usa-podcast.simplecast.com/episodes/telling-the-story-of-catholic-health-care-on-social-media-Q5MGVcSn Health Calls Season 6, Episode 5 explores the power of storytelling and social media in sharing the mission of Catholic health care. Host Brian Reardon and Executive Producer Josh Matejka welcome Stephanie Hampton, a St. Louis-based content creator known for her Instagram account @explorestlparks. Stephanie shares her family's experience with Mercy Hospital’s NICU and how that inspired her to highlight the healing presence of Catholic health care online. Stephanie’s reflections on vulnerability, faith, and positivity offer a compelling reminder of the impact Catholic health care has on families—and how sharing those stories can inspire and connect communities.

Health Calls is available on the following podcast streaming platforms:

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]]> Telling the Story of Catholic Health Care on Social Media Stephanie Hampton, Josh Matejka, Brian Reardon 00:23:37 Health Calls Season 6, Episode 5 explores the power of storytelling and social media in sharing the mission of Catholic health care. Host Brian Reardon and Executive Producer Josh Matejka welcome Stephanie Hampton, a St. Louis-based content creator known for her Instagram account @explorestlparks. Health Calls Season 6, Episode 5 explores the power of storytelling and social media in sharing the mission of Catholic health care. Host Brian Reardon and Executive Producer Josh Matejka welcome Stephanie Hampton, a St. Louis-based content creator known for her Instagram account @explorestlparks. catholic health, social media, storytelling, content creator false full 5 6 2cc73e61-aef6-4be8-8567-9dcd5a05e1ea Collaborating in Caring for the Whole Person Health Calls Season 6, Episode 4 explores the transformative power of Whole Person Care in the context of palliative care, with guest Lori Dangberg, Executive Vice President of the Alliance of Catholic Health Care in California. 

Lori shares the origins and impact of a statewide initiative that brings together dioceses, parishes, and health systems to support patients and families through serious illness and end-of-life care. The episode highlights how collaborative education—through a five-module curriculum—empowers parish leaders and clinicians to engage in meaningful conversations around palliative care, Catholic moral teaching, and advanced care planning. With resources available in multiple languages and formats, the initiative fosters dignity, compassion, and informed decision-making. Hosts Brian Reardon and Josh Matejka reflect on the importance of this work as the population ages and the need for holistic care grows.

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]]> Tue, 21 Oct 2025 03:00:00 +0000 nosterholt@chausa.org (Lori Dangberg, Josh Matejka, Brian Reardon) https://catholic-health-usa-podcast.simplecast.com/episodes/collaborating-in-caring-for-the-whole-person-5rTg6PqH Health Calls Season 6, Episode 4 explores the transformative power of Whole Person Care in the context of palliative care, with guest Lori Dangberg, Executive Vice President of the Alliance of Catholic Health Care in California. 

Lori shares the origins and impact of a statewide initiative that brings together dioceses, parishes, and health systems to support patients and families through serious illness and end-of-life care. The episode highlights how collaborative education—through a five-module curriculum—empowers parish leaders and clinicians to engage in meaningful conversations around palliative care, Catholic moral teaching, and advanced care planning. With resources available in multiple languages and formats, the initiative fosters dignity, compassion, and informed decision-making. Hosts Brian Reardon and Josh Matejka reflect on the importance of this work as the population ages and the need for holistic care grows.

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]]> Collaborating in Caring for the Whole Person Lori Dangberg, Josh Matejka, Brian Reardon 00:23:55 Health Calls Season 6, Episode 4 explores the transformative power of Whole Person Care in the context of palliative care, with guest Lori Dangberg, Executive Vice President of the Alliance of Catholic Health Care in California. Health Calls Season 6, Episode 4 explores the transformative power of Whole Person Care in the context of palliative care, with guest Lori Dangberg, Executive Vice President of the Alliance of Catholic Health Care in California. health care, palliative care, whole person care, catholic health, whole person care initiative, end of life care false full 4 6 6246ea90-c08b-420c-9438-8a5eaf3d5733 Igniting Souls and Making a Difference: A Conversation with John O’Leary Health Calls Season 6, Episode 3 features a conversation with author, speaker, and former chaplain John O’Leary, whose life story inspired the new film Soul on Fire. 

Host Brian Reardon and Executive Producer Josh Matejka speak with John about his journey from surviving a devastating childhood burn injury to becoming a voice for hope and healing. The episode highlights the unsung heroes of Catholic health care—nurses, CNAs, environmental services staff—whose compassion and presence helped John recover and thrive. Through reflections on faith, mission, and the dignity of every role in health care, John reminds listeners that true caregiving is rooted in love and purpose. His message is clear: every life is a precious gift, and every person has the power to make a difference.

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]]> Tue, 7 Oct 2025 03:00:00 +0000 nosterholt@chausa.org (John O'Leary, Josh Matejka, Brian Reardon) https://catholic-health-usa-podcast.simplecast.com/episodes/igniting-souls-and-making-a-difference-conversation-withy-john-oleary-0ngBe3gT Health Calls Season 6, Episode 3 features a conversation with author, speaker, and former chaplain John O’Leary, whose life story inspired the new film Soul on Fire. 

Host Brian Reardon and Executive Producer Josh Matejka speak with John about his journey from surviving a devastating childhood burn injury to becoming a voice for hope and healing. The episode highlights the unsung heroes of Catholic health care—nurses, CNAs, environmental services staff—whose compassion and presence helped John recover and thrive. Through reflections on faith, mission, and the dignity of every role in health care, John reminds listeners that true caregiving is rooted in love and purpose. His message is clear: every life is a precious gift, and every person has the power to make a difference.

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]]> Igniting Souls and Making a Difference: A Conversation with John O’Leary John O'Leary, Josh Matejka, Brian Reardon 00:25:07 Health Calls Season 6, Episode 3 features a conversation with author, speaker, and former chaplain John O’Leary, whose life story inspired the new film Soul on Fire. The episode highlights the unsung heroes of Catholic health care—nurses, CNAs, environmental services staff—whose compassion and presence helped John recover and thrive. Health Calls Season 6, Episode 3 features a conversation with author, speaker, and former chaplain John O’Leary, whose life story inspired the new film Soul on Fire. The episode highlights the unsung heroes of Catholic health care—nurses, CNAs, environmental services staff—whose compassion and presence helped John recover and thrive. health care, catholic health, john o'leary, soul on fire false full 3 6 6f2c8098-2d3d-4ff6-8fda-a1b7d69c41cf United in Addressing Youth Mental Health Needs Health Calls Season 6, Episode 2 continues the United for Change theme with a focus on youth mental health in Chicago. Host Brian Reardon and executive producer Josh Matejka speak with Dr. Anoop Takher, Interim Chair of Behavioral Health at Saint Anthony Hospital, about the hospital's SPARK Program. Designed to eliminate long wait times for psychiatric evaluations, SPARK offers integrated care—including speech and occupational therapy—under one roof. Dr. Takher shares how collaboration with partners like the Carol Robertson Center and local schools has expanded access and improved outcomes for children and families. SPARK’s model offers a blueprint for other systems seeking to meet behavioral health needs with compassion, efficiency, and equity.

Resources

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Watch CHA's This is Catholic Health Care video on the SPARK program

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]]> Tue, 23 Sep 2025 03:00:00 +0000 nosterholt@chausa.org (Anoop Takher, Brian Reardon, Josh Matejka) https://catholic-health-usa-podcast.simplecast.com/episodes/united-in-addressing-youth-mental-health-needs-mKz2kfaP Health Calls Season 6, Episode 2 continues the United for Change theme with a focus on youth mental health in Chicago. Host Brian Reardon and executive producer Josh Matejka speak with Dr. Anoop Takher, Interim Chair of Behavioral Health at Saint Anthony Hospital, about the hospital's SPARK Program. Designed to eliminate long wait times for psychiatric evaluations, SPARK offers integrated care—including speech and occupational therapy—under one roof. Dr. Takher shares how collaboration with partners like the Carol Robertson Center and local schools has expanded access and improved outcomes for children and families. SPARK’s model offers a blueprint for other systems seeking to meet behavioral health needs with compassion, efficiency, and equity.

Resources

Learn more about Saint Anthony Hospital's SPARK program

Watch CHA's This is Catholic Health Care video on the SPARK program

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]]> United in Addressing Youth Mental Health Needs Anoop Takher, Brian Reardon, Josh Matejka 00:21:57 Health Calls Season 6, Episode 2 continues the United for Change theme with a focus on youth mental health in Chicago. Host Brian Reardon and executive producer Josh Matejka speak with Dr. Anoop Takher, Interim Chair of Behavioral Health at Saint Anthony Hospital, about the hospital's SPARK Program. Health Calls Season 6, Episode 2 continues the United for Change theme with a focus on youth mental health in Chicago. Host Brian Reardon and executive producer Josh Matejka speak with Dr. Anoop Takher, Interim Chair of Behavioral Health at Saint Anthony Hospital, about the hospital's SPARK Program. health care, catholic health, chicago, catholic, child health care, psychiatry, child psychiatry false full 2 6 5ecdd75a-e0d7-4062-9d1b-67000c844807 Sharing Encounters and Caring for Immigrant Communities Host Brian Reardon and executive producer Josh Matejka welcome Sister Norma Pimentel, President and CEO of Catholic Charities of the Rio Grande Valley, to discuss her work serving immigrant communities at the U.S.-Mexico border. Sister Norma shares moving stories of families fleeing violence and hardship, emphasizing the importance of restoring human dignity through compassion and encounter. The episode explores how Catholic health care and faith communities can collaborate to support vulnerable populations, regardless of legal status. Sister Norma encourages listeners to act with love, guided by faith, and to welcome immigrants into their communities. Her message is clear: healing begins with presence, understanding, and the courage to care. 

Resources

Learn more about Sr. Norma's work at Catholic Charities of the Rio Grande Valley

Access CHA's resources regarding immigration enforcement

 

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]]> Tue, 9 Sep 2025 03:00:00 +0000 nosterholt@chausa.org (Sr. Norma Pimentel, Brian Reardon, Josh Matejka) https://catholic-health-usa-podcast.simplecast.com/episodes/sharing-encounters-and-caring-for-immigrant-communities-wjJ6FL3R Host Brian Reardon and executive producer Josh Matejka welcome Sister Norma Pimentel, President and CEO of Catholic Charities of the Rio Grande Valley, to discuss her work serving immigrant communities at the U.S.-Mexico border. Sister Norma shares moving stories of families fleeing violence and hardship, emphasizing the importance of restoring human dignity through compassion and encounter. The episode explores how Catholic health care and faith communities can collaborate to support vulnerable populations, regardless of legal status. Sister Norma encourages listeners to act with love, guided by faith, and to welcome immigrants into their communities. Her message is clear: healing begins with presence, understanding, and the courage to care. 

Resources

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Access CHA's resources regarding immigration enforcement

 

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]]> Sharing Encounters and Caring for Immigrant Communities Sr. Norma Pimentel, Brian Reardon, Josh Matejka 00:23:42 Host Brian Reardon and executive producer Josh Matejka welcome Sister Norma Pimentel, President and CEO of Catholic Charities of the Rio Grande Valley, to discuss her work serving immigrant communities at the U.S.-Mexico border. Sister Norma shares moving stories of families fleeing violence and hardship, emphasizing the importance of restoring human dignity through compassion and encounter. Host Brian Reardon and executive producer Josh Matejka welcome Sister Norma Pimentel, President and CEO of Catholic Charities of the Rio Grande Valley, to discuss her work serving immigrant communities at the U.S.-Mexico border. Sister Norma shares moving stories of families fleeing violence and hardship, emphasizing the importance of restoring human dignity through compassion and encounter. catholic health, immigration, catholic, partnership, collaboration, sr. norma pimentel, immigration reform false full 1 6 a0686460-2154-4ffd-bbbd-bb934123d4e0 Advanced Cancer Care in Rural Communities As the national conversation around HR1, Medicaid and health care access continues, Catholic health care continues to affirm its belief that everyone deserves access to high-quality, affordable care. As this episode's guest highlights, that includes those in rural communities.

Luis A. Rojas, MD, FACOG, Clinical Vice President of Oncology Service Line at Avera, joins the show to discuss the system's efforts at serving cancer patients in their most rural communities. Dr. Rojas highlights both Avera's procedures and investment in innovative technology, and their belief in the mission of Catholic health care as a way to serve everyone, no matter where they live.

 

 

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]]> Tue, 10 Jun 2025 03:00:00 +0000 nosterholt@chausa.org (Catholic Health Association) https://catholic-health-usa-podcast.simplecast.com/episodes/advanced-cancer-care-in-rural-communities-IcGIepPk As the national conversation around HR1, Medicaid and health care access continues, Catholic health care continues to affirm its belief that everyone deserves access to high-quality, affordable care. As this episode's guest highlights, that includes those in rural communities.

Luis A. Rojas, MD, FACOG, Clinical Vice President of Oncology Service Line at Avera, joins the show to discuss the system's efforts at serving cancer patients in their most rural communities. Dr. Rojas highlights both Avera's procedures and investment in innovative technology, and their belief in the mission of Catholic health care as a way to serve everyone, no matter where they live.

 

 

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]]> Advanced Cancer Care in Rural Communities Catholic Health Association 00:20:21 Luis A. Rojas, MD, FACOG, Clinical Vice President of Oncology Service Line at Avera, joins the show to discuss the system's efforts at serving cancer patients in their most rural communities. Dr. Rojas highlights both Avera's procedures and investment in innovative technology, and their belief in the mission of Catholic health care as a way to serve everyone, no matter where they live. Luis A. Rojas, MD, FACOG, Clinical Vice President of Oncology Service Line at Avera, joins the show to discuss the system's efforts at serving cancer patients in their most rural communities. Dr. Rojas highlights both Avera's procedures and investment in innovative technology, and their belief in the mission of Catholic health care as a way to serve everyone, no matter where they live. false full 17 5 dc1a7e29-6274-43b2-9912-ea270a0a05ef Technology Adoption with Patients and Community in Mind Like all popular trends, it's easy to adopt the latest and "greatest" technology as soon as it's released into the world. But what responsibility do Catholic health systems have in evaluating what changes they need to make? What - and who - is top of mind when these decisions are made?

Michael Sellers, Vice President of Facilities Management for Saint Anthony Hospital in Chicago, joins the show to discuss the facilities and operations perspective on changing health care technology. Sellers discusses Saint Anthony's recent innovations, their community-based strategy for making needed upgrades, and the importance of operations as a voice at the decision-making table.

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]]> Tue, 29 Apr 2025 03:00:00 +0000 nosterholt@chausa.org (Catholic Health Association) https://catholic-health-usa-podcast.simplecast.com/episodes/technology-adoption-with-patients-and-community-in-mind-dn9kHmMa Like all popular trends, it's easy to adopt the latest and "greatest" technology as soon as it's released into the world. But what responsibility do Catholic health systems have in evaluating what changes they need to make? What - and who - is top of mind when these decisions are made?

Michael Sellers, Vice President of Facilities Management for Saint Anthony Hospital in Chicago, joins the show to discuss the facilities and operations perspective on changing health care technology. Sellers discusses Saint Anthony's recent innovations, their community-based strategy for making needed upgrades, and the importance of operations as a voice at the decision-making table.

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]]> Technology Adoption with Patients and Community in Mind Catholic Health Association 00:18:11 health care, technology, catholic health, health care facilities, health care operations, chicago, catholic false full 16 5 ff6d531f-3053-4eba-8d3e-34e9838e3b37 Using AI to Protect Caregiver Well-Being Technological advances are nothing new for caregivers, who have been saturated with new tools to "help" them for decades. But are those tools actually helping? And what can the latest innovations do to alleviate the burden caregivers face on a day-to-day basis?

Dr. Heather Schmidt, System Medical Director, Healthy Work and Wellness at SSM Health, and Dr. Ann Cappellari, Chief Medical Information Officer and System Vice President at SSM Health, join the show to discuss their findings on how artificial intelligence can assist caregivers in their well-being. They discuss how technology has often added to the administrative burden caregivers face, offer insight into tools that  help caregivers connect with their patients, and share how AI can help with the workforce shortages that American health care faces.

 

 

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]]> Tue, 15 Apr 2025 03:00:00 +0000 nosterholt@chausa.org (Catholic Health Association) https://catholic-health-usa-podcast.simplecast.com/episodes/using-ai-to-protect-caregiver-well-being-1vCBJwrL Technological advances are nothing new for caregivers, who have been saturated with new tools to "help" them for decades. But are those tools actually helping? And what can the latest innovations do to alleviate the burden caregivers face on a day-to-day basis?

Dr. Heather Schmidt, System Medical Director, Healthy Work and Wellness at SSM Health, and Dr. Ann Cappellari, Chief Medical Information Officer and System Vice President at SSM Health, join the show to discuss their findings on how artificial intelligence can assist caregivers in their well-being. They discuss how technology has often added to the administrative burden caregivers face, offer insight into tools that  help caregivers connect with their patients, and share how AI can help with the workforce shortages that American health care faces.

 

 

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]]> Using AI to Protect Caregiver Well-Being Catholic Health Association 00:25:29 Technological advances are nothing new for caregivers, who have been saturated with new tools to "help" them for decades. But are those tools actually helping? And what can the latest innovations do to alleviate the burden caregivers face on a day-to-day basis? Dr. Heather Schmidt, System Medical Director, Healthy Work and Wellness at SSM Health, and Dr. Ann Cappellari, Chief Medical Information Officer and System Vice President at SSM Health, join the show to discuss their findings on how artificial intelligence can assist caregivers in their well-being. They discuss how technology has often added to the administrative burden caregivers face, offer insight into tools that help caregivers connect with their patients, and share how AI can help with the workforce shortages that American health care faces. Technological advances are nothing new for caregivers, who have been saturated with new tools to "help" them for decades. But are those tools actually helping? And what can the latest innovations do to alleviate the burden caregivers face on a day-to-day basis? Dr. Heather Schmidt, System Medical Director, Healthy Work and Wellness at SSM Health, and Dr. Ann Cappellari, Chief Medical Information Officer and System Vice President at SSM Health, join the show to discuss their findings on how artificial intelligence can assist caregivers in their well-being. They discuss how technology has often added to the administrative burden caregivers face, offer insight into tools that help caregivers connect with their patients, and share how AI can help with the workforce shortages that American health care faces. health care, technology, catholic health, stress, artificial intelligence, catholic, well-being, doctors, burnout false full 15 5 589b71d0-e483-4b50-9466-3cf4c4ee10ea The Ethics and Philosophy of Pharmaceutical Technology When we hear the word technology, we tend to think about computers, software, artificial intelligence, etc. But one form of technology that we tend to overlook has been a part of our lives for centuries: pharmacy.

Jeffrey Bishop, MD, Ph.D, Tenet Endowed Chair of Bioethics and Professor of Philosophy, Health Care Ethics and Philosophy at St. Louis University, joins the show to discuss how we can think critically about pharmaceuticals as technology. He discusses the etymology of the word "pharmacy," shares how power dynamics play into the decisions we make and offers advice on how to make sound, informed decisions about the drugs we take.

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]]> Tue, 1 Apr 2025 03:00:00 +0000 nosterholt@chausa.org (Catholic Health Association) https://catholic-health-usa-podcast.simplecast.com/episodes/the-ethics-and-philosophy-of-pharmaceutical-technology-9tO35RrG When we hear the word technology, we tend to think about computers, software, artificial intelligence, etc. But one form of technology that we tend to overlook has been a part of our lives for centuries: pharmacy.

Jeffrey Bishop, MD, Ph.D, Tenet Endowed Chair of Bioethics and Professor of Philosophy, Health Care Ethics and Philosophy at St. Louis University, joins the show to discuss how we can think critically about pharmaceuticals as technology. He discusses the etymology of the word "pharmacy," shares how power dynamics play into the decisions we make and offers advice on how to make sound, informed decisions about the drugs we take.

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]]> The Ethics and Philosophy of Pharmaceutical Technology Catholic Health Association 00:21:24 When we hear the word technology, we tend to think about computers, software, artificial intelligence, etc. But one form of technology that we tend to overlook has been a part of our lives for centuries: pharmacy. Jeffrey Bishop, MD, Ph.D, Tenet Endowed Chair of Bioethics and Professor of Philosophy, Health Care Ethics and Philosophy at St. Louis University, joins the show to discuss how we can think critically about pharmaceuticals as technology. He discusses the etymology of the word "pharmacy," shares how power dynamics play into the decisions we make and offers advice on how to make sound, informed decisions about the drugs we take. When we hear the word technology, we tend to think about computers, software, artificial intelligence, etc. But one form of technology that we tend to overlook has been a part of our lives for centuries: pharmacy. Jeffrey Bishop, MD, Ph.D, Tenet Endowed Chair of Bioethics and Professor of Philosophy, Health Care Ethics and Philosophy at St. Louis University, joins the show to discuss how we can think critically about pharmaceuticals as technology. He discusses the etymology of the word "pharmacy," shares how power dynamics play into the decisions we make and offers advice on how to make sound, informed decisions about the drugs we take. pharmaceuticals, technology, catholic health, pharmacy, catholic, ethics, philosophy, catholic health care false full 14 5 af60727c-a62b-4550-90aa-2a35afa9a27e Protecting Medicaid Coverage Medicaid covers 1 in 5 American adults, nearly half of all children in America and 41 percent of births in America. But despite acting as a lifeline for many Americans, the program is under threat of significant cuts from the federal government.

In a Health Calls special, CHA's Senior Director of Government Relations Paulo Pontemayor and Barbara DiPietro, PhD, Senior Director of Policy at the National Health Care for the Homeless Council, join the show to discuss the importance of Medicaid. They discuss how potential changes to the Medicaid program would impact American families, employment and community health. They also share how listeners can advocate for the program and the families that depend on it for vital health care coverage.

Resources

Visit CHA's "Medicaid Makes It Possible" page to learn how you can take action for Medicaid

Watch and share CHA's new informational Medicaid video

Advocate for Medicaid coverage to your elected representatives by calling the House switchboard at (202) 224-3121

 

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]]> Tue, 18 Mar 2025 19:28:56 +0000 nosterholt@chausa.org (Catholic Health Association) https://catholic-health-usa-podcast.simplecast.com/episodes/protecting-medicaid-coverage-wxwp5e6D Medicaid covers 1 in 5 American adults, nearly half of all children in America and 41 percent of births in America. But despite acting as a lifeline for many Americans, the program is under threat of significant cuts from the federal government.

In a Health Calls special, CHA's Senior Director of Government Relations Paulo Pontemayor and Barbara DiPietro, PhD, Senior Director of Policy at the National Health Care for the Homeless Council, join the show to discuss the importance of Medicaid. They discuss how potential changes to the Medicaid program would impact American families, employment and community health. They also share how listeners can advocate for the program and the families that depend on it for vital health care coverage.

Resources

Visit CHA's "Medicaid Makes It Possible" page to learn how you can take action for Medicaid

Watch and share CHA's new informational Medicaid video

Advocate for Medicaid coverage to your elected representatives by calling the House switchboard at (202) 224-3121

 

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]]> Protecting Medicaid Coverage Catholic Health Association 00:24:16 Medicaid covers 1 in 5 American adults, nearly half of all children in America and 41 percent of births in America. But despite acting as a lifeline for many Americans, the program is under threat of significant cuts from the federal government. In a Health Calls special, CHA's Senior Director of Government Relations Paulo Pontemayor and Barbara DiPietro, PhD, Senior Director of Policy at the National Health Care for the Homeless Council, join the show to discuss the importance of Medicaid. They discuss how potential changes to the Medicaid program would impact American families, employment and community health. They also share how listeners can advocate for the program and the families that depend on it for vital health care coverage. Resources Medicaid covers 1 in 5 American adults, nearly half of all children in America and 41 percent of births in America. But despite acting as a lifeline for many Americans, the program is under threat of significant cuts from the federal government. In a Health Calls special, CHA's Senior Director of Government Relations Paulo Pontemayor and Barbara DiPietro, PhD, Senior Director of Policy at the National Health Care for the Homeless Council, join the show to discuss the importance of Medicaid. They discuss how potential changes to the Medicaid program would impact American families, employment and community health. They also share how listeners can advocate for the program and the families that depend on it for vital health care coverage. Resources health care, catholic health, medicaid coverage, advocacy, medicaid false full 13 5 5a4afcd1-44bf-4bb0-b630-1b11304f755b Expanding Virtual Spiritual Care If Catholic health care providers want to treat the whole person, then spiritual care is a vital piece of that puzzle. So in an age when virtual health care is becoming more and more prevalent, how do we also expand the reach of virtual spiritual care?

Justin Martin, Director of Spiritual Care Innovation and Transformation at Mercy in St. Louis, Mo., returns to Health Calls to talk about his teams' latest efforts in the virtual spiritual care space. He discusses Mercy's transition from the COVID Care @ Home program, how the system pivoted to in-house technological solutions, and how to maintain trust with patients who may mistrust technological advances.

Resources

Learn about Mercy's COVID Care @ Home program, which won CHA's 2023 Achievement Citation award

 

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]]> Tue, 4 Mar 2025 04:00:00 +0000 nosterholt@chausa.org (Catholic Health Association) https://catholic-health-usa-podcast.simplecast.com/episodes/expanding-virtual-spiritual-care-La60TeQF If Catholic health care providers want to treat the whole person, then spiritual care is a vital piece of that puzzle. So in an age when virtual health care is becoming more and more prevalent, how do we also expand the reach of virtual spiritual care?

Justin Martin, Director of Spiritual Care Innovation and Transformation at Mercy in St. Louis, Mo., returns to Health Calls to talk about his teams' latest efforts in the virtual spiritual care space. He discusses Mercy's transition from the COVID Care @ Home program, how the system pivoted to in-house technological solutions, and how to maintain trust with patients who may mistrust technological advances.

Resources

Learn about Mercy's COVID Care @ Home program, which won CHA's 2023 Achievement Citation award

 

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]]> Expanding Virtual Spiritual Care Catholic Health Association 00:19:30 If Catholic health care providers want to treat the whole person, then spiritual care is a vital piece of that puzzle. So in an age when virtual health care is becoming more and more prevalent, how do we also expand the reach of virtual spiritual care? Justin Martin, Director of Spiritual Care Innovation and Transformation at Mercy in St. Louis, Mo., returns to Health Calls to talk about his teams' latest efforts in the virtual spiritual care space. He discusses Mercy's transition from the COVID Care @ Home program, how the system pivoted to in-house technological solutions, and how to maintain trust with patients who may mistrust technological advances. Resources Learn about Mercy's COVID Care @ Home program, which won CHA's 2023 Achievement Citation award If Catholic health care providers want to treat the whole person, then spiritual care is a vital piece of that puzzle. So in an age when virtual health care is becoming more and more prevalent, how do we also expand the reach of virtual spiritual care? Justin Martin, Director of Spiritual Care Innovation and Transformation at Mercy in St. Louis, Mo., returns to Health Calls to talk about his teams' latest efforts in the virtual spiritual care space. He discusses Mercy's transition from the COVID Care @ Home program, how the system pivoted to in-house technological solutions, and how to maintain trust with patients who may mistrust technological advances. Resources Learn about Mercy's COVID Care @ Home program, which won CHA's 2023 Achievement Citation award health care, technology, humanity, catholic health, chaplains, catholic, catholicism, spiritual care, pastoral care, chaplaincy false full 12 5 5b490525-fdfb-4ffe-9107-a1a164db88d4 Building a Culture of Mission and Innovation Pt. 2 In this second part of the discussion, Joe Kelly discusses the steps Mercy has taken to protect patient privacy, highlights partnerships that have kept them on the cutting edge and explains how Mercy’s foundresses act as a guiding light for his team as they move forward.

To listen to the first part of this discussion, click here.

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]]> Tue, 4 Feb 2025 04:00:00 +0000 nosterholt@chausa.org (Catholic Health Association) https://catholic-health-usa-podcast.simplecast.com/episodes/building-a-culture-of-mission-and-innovation-pt-2-KAw2Sudj In this second part of the discussion, Joe Kelly discusses the steps Mercy has taken to protect patient privacy, highlights partnerships that have kept them on the cutting edge and explains how Mercy’s foundresses act as a guiding light for his team as they move forward.

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]]> Building a Culture of Mission and Innovation Pt. 2 Catholic Health Association 00:21:21 In this second part of the discussion, Joe Kelly discusses the steps Mercy has taken to protect patient privacy, highlights partnerships that have kept them on the cutting edge and explains how Mercy’s foundresses act as a guiding light for his team as they move forward. In this second part of the discussion, Joe Kelly discusses the steps Mercy has taken to protect patient privacy, highlights partnerships that have kept them on the cutting edge and explains how Mercy’s foundresses act as a guiding light for his team as they move forward. false full 11 5 a1b73f55-c7a4-4554-8244-989181ec2b58 Building a Culture of Mission and Innovation Pt. 1 Catholic health care providers face a unique challenge – synthesizing the realities of their unique mission and the need to be technologically innovative. How do you faithfully follow the call to continue Jesus’s healing ministry and be as forward-thinking as possible?

Joe Kelly, Executive Vice President and Chief Transformation Officer at Mercy, joins the show for a two-part episode. In part one, Kelly discusses his journey to the current role he occupies, how Mercy’s mission colleagues play a role in the organization’s perspective on data, and a Biblical parable that has proved to be a rich, theological foundation for their team to build on.

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]]> Tue, 4 Feb 2025 04:00:00 +0000 nosterholt@chausa.org (Catholic Health Association) https://catholic-health-usa-podcast.simplecast.com/episodes/building-a-culture-of-mission-and-innovation-pt-1-JSQFTZIg Catholic health care providers face a unique challenge – synthesizing the realities of their unique mission and the need to be technologically innovative. How do you faithfully follow the call to continue Jesus’s healing ministry and be as forward-thinking as possible?

Joe Kelly, Executive Vice President and Chief Transformation Officer at Mercy, joins the show for a two-part episode. In part one, Kelly discusses his journey to the current role he occupies, how Mercy’s mission colleagues play a role in the organization’s perspective on data, and a Biblical parable that has proved to be a rich, theological foundation for their team to build on.

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]]> Building a Culture of Mission and Innovation Pt. 1 Catholic Health Association 00:21:20 Catholic health care providers face a unique challenge – synthesizing the realities of their unique mission and the need to be technologically innovative. How do you faithfully follow the call to continue Jesus’s healing ministry and be as forward-thinking as possible? Joe Kelly, Executive Vice President and Chief Transformation Officer at Mercy, joins the show for a two-part episode. In part one, Kelly discusses his journey to the current role he occupies, how Mercy’s mission colleagues play a role in the organization’s perspective on data, and a Biblical parable that has proved to be a rich, theological foundation for their team to build on. Catholic health care providers face a unique challenge – synthesizing the realities of their unique mission and the need to be technologically innovative. How do you faithfully follow the call to continue Jesus’s healing ministry and be as forward-thinking as possible? Joe Kelly, Executive Vice President and Chief Transformation Officer at Mercy, joins the show for a two-part episode. In part one, Kelly discusses his journey to the current role he occupies, how Mercy’s mission colleagues play a role in the organization’s perspective on data, and a Biblical parable that has proved to be a rich, theological foundation for their team to build on. false full 10 5 0549f531-52cb-4481-92d9-405daca2ea48 Updated - Data 101 for Community Benefit This is an updated version from our previous podcast posting with corrected audio - we apologize for the inconvenience

When it comes to learning about and treating the communities we serve, data is the key. But with so much data out there, how do Catholic health providers begin to sort through it all and make sense of what they find?

Jaime Dircksen, Vice President of Community Health and Well-Being at Trinity Health, joins the show to discuss how she and her team utilize data to best serve Trinity Health's patient populations. She discusses key indicators they look for, how different customizable tools can help or harm the process and how generative AI and emerging technologies offer hope and caution to caregivers looking to better connect with their patients.

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]]> Tue, 14 Jan 2025 23:11:24 +0000 nosterholt@chausa.org (Catholic Health Association) https://catholic-health-usa-podcast.simplecast.com/episodes/updated-data-101-for-community-benefit-tXLnxCRW This is an updated version from our previous podcast posting with corrected audio - we apologize for the inconvenience

When it comes to learning about and treating the communities we serve, data is the key. But with so much data out there, how do Catholic health providers begin to sort through it all and make sense of what they find?

Jaime Dircksen, Vice President of Community Health and Well-Being at Trinity Health, joins the show to discuss how she and her team utilize data to best serve Trinity Health's patient populations. She discusses key indicators they look for, how different customizable tools can help or harm the process and how generative AI and emerging technologies offer hope and caution to caregivers looking to better connect with their patients.

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]]> Updated - Data 101 for Community Benefit Catholic Health Association 00:22:29 This is an updated version from our previous podcast posting with corrected audio - we apologize for the inconvenience When it comes to learning about and treating the communities we serve, data is the key. But with so much data out there, how do Catholic health providers begin to sort through it all and make sense of what they find? Jaime Dircksen, Vice President of Community Health and Well-Being at Trinity Health, joins the show to discuss how she and her team utilize data to best serve Trinity Health's patient populations. This is an updated version from our previous podcast posting with corrected audio - we apologize for the inconvenience When it comes to learning about and treating the communities we serve, data is the key. But with so much data out there, how do Catholic health providers begin to sort through it all and make sense of what they find? Jaime Dircksen, Vice President of Community Health and Well-Being at Trinity Health, joins the show to discuss how she and her team utilize data to best serve Trinity Health's patient populations. false full 9 5 89132f54-533c-4414-9644-9fe78c6ba638 Data 101 for Community Benefit When it comes to learning about and treating the communities we serve, data is the key. But with so much data out there, how do Catholic health providers begin to sort through it all and make sense of what they find?

Jaime Dircksen, Vice President of Community Health and Well-Being at Trinity Health, joins the show to discuss how she and her team utilize data to best serve Trinity Health’s patient populations. She discusses key indicators they look for, how different customizable tools can help or harm the process and how generative AI and emerging technologies offer hope and caution to caregivers looking to better connect with their patients.

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]]> Tue, 14 Jan 2025 04:00:00 +0000 nosterholt@chausa.org (Catholic Health Association) https://catholic-health-usa-podcast.simplecast.com/episodes/data-101-for-community-benefit-PcEQ1_eG When it comes to learning about and treating the communities we serve, data is the key. But with so much data out there, how do Catholic health providers begin to sort through it all and make sense of what they find?

Jaime Dircksen, Vice President of Community Health and Well-Being at Trinity Health, joins the show to discuss how she and her team utilize data to best serve Trinity Health’s patient populations. She discusses key indicators they look for, how different customizable tools can help or harm the process and how generative AI and emerging technologies offer hope and caution to caregivers looking to better connect with their patients.

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]]> Data 101 for Community Benefit Catholic Health Association 00:22:30 When it comes to learning about and treating the communities we serve, data is the key. But with so much data out there, how do Catholic health providers begin to sort through it all and make sense of what they find? Jaime Dircksen, Vice President of Community Health and Well-Being at Trinity Health, joins the show to discuss how she and her team utilize data to best serve Trinity Health’s patient populations. When it comes to learning about and treating the communities we serve, data is the key. But with so much data out there, how do Catholic health providers begin to sort through it all and make sense of what they find? Jaime Dircksen, Vice President of Community Health and Well-Being at Trinity Health, joins the show to discuss how she and her team utilize data to best serve Trinity Health’s patient populations. false full 9 5 c1db3dd1-53c7-4738-8dc7-3495a7ac756e The Promise of 3D Printing in Health Care Three-dimensional printing technology has been around for decades, but has seen a rapid expansion into commercial, manufacturing and industrial use over the past few years. As it makes its way into health care, what benefits could this relatively new technology offer?

Dr. Kevin Chen, Chief of Pediatric Surgery at Cardinal Glennon and Surgical Director of the 3D Lab at SSM Health, joins the show to discuss the use of 3D printing in his everyday work. Dr. Chen discusses how it can be used as an educational tool, how it affects the patient-caregiver relationship and where the technology can go in the future.

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]]> Tue, 10 Dec 2024 04:00:00 +0000 nosterholt@chausa.org (Catholic Health Association) https://catholic-health-usa-podcast.simplecast.com/episodes/the-promise-of-3d-printing-in-health-care-0pDqP_wb Three-dimensional printing technology has been around for decades, but has seen a rapid expansion into commercial, manufacturing and industrial use over the past few years. As it makes its way into health care, what benefits could this relatively new technology offer?

Dr. Kevin Chen, Chief of Pediatric Surgery at Cardinal Glennon and Surgical Director of the 3D Lab at SSM Health, joins the show to discuss the use of 3D printing in his everyday work. Dr. Chen discusses how it can be used as an educational tool, how it affects the patient-caregiver relationship and where the technology can go in the future.

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]]> The Promise of 3D Printing in Health Care Catholic Health Association 00:20:48 Three-dimensional printing technology has been around for decades, but has seen a rapid expansion into commercial, manufacturing and industrial use over the past few years. As it makes its way into health care, what benefits could this relatively new technology offer? Three-dimensional printing technology has been around for decades, but has seen a rapid expansion into commercial, manufacturing and industrial use over the past few years. As it makes its way into health care, what benefits could this relatively new technology offer? false full 8 5 09ff0037-359f-4857-a9b0-b862e01e8110 Implementing New Tech in Care Settings Every day, new technologies are making their way into health care settings. Whether it's AI recorders and transcribers or robotic surgical tools, it's a reality that providers and systems must face.

Cyril Philip, Vice President of Digital Ventures at Bon Secours Mercy Health and Digital Ventures Lead at Accrete Health Partners, joins Health Calls to discuss the logistical benefits that introducing these technologies can have for care providers. He offers insight into how workflow can be optimized, how patient interactions can be prioritized and how systems can wisely manage the influx of new data and tech.

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]]> Tue, 26 Nov 2024 04:00:00 +0000 nosterholt@chausa.org (Catholic Health Association) https://catholic-health-usa-podcast.simplecast.com/episodes/implementing-new-tech-in-care-settings-t8yjE77C Every day, new technologies are making their way into health care settings. Whether it's AI recorders and transcribers or robotic surgical tools, it's a reality that providers and systems must face.

Cyril Philip, Vice President of Digital Ventures at Bon Secours Mercy Health and Digital Ventures Lead at Accrete Health Partners, joins Health Calls to discuss the logistical benefits that introducing these technologies can have for care providers. He offers insight into how workflow can be optimized, how patient interactions can be prioritized and how systems can wisely manage the influx of new data and tech.

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]]> Implementing New Tech in Care Settings Catholic Health Association 00:22:57 Every day, new technologies are making their way into health care settings. Whether it's AI recorders and transcribers or robotic surgical tools, it's a reality that providers and systems must face. Every day, new technologies are making their way into health care settings. Whether it's AI recorders and transcribers or robotic surgical tools, it's a reality that providers and systems must face. false full 7 5 3fd3de09-7087-4fc9-8734-45ecb006fa5b UPDATED - Theology, Artificial Intelligence, and Catholic Health Care This is an updated version from our previous podcast posting with the full episode - we apologize for the inconvenience

As artificial intelligence is implemented into more and more aspects of health care, it can be difficult to keep up with the varying ethical considerations that arise. If Catholic health care is to thrive in this new era of technology, a robust theological perspective is necessary.

Dan Daly, Executive Director of the Center for Theology and Ethics in Catholic Health, returns to Health Calls to discuss how Catholic health providers can find theological guidance and ethical clarity on technological questions. He discusses Pope Francis’s perspective on AI, why human empathy is crucial, and why efficiency and profit cannot be the ministry’s ultimate goals.

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]]> Tue, 12 Nov 2024 17:04:22 +0000 nosterholt@chausa.org (Catholic Health Association) https://catholic-health-usa-podcast.simplecast.com/episodes/updated-theology-artificial-intelligence-and-catholic-health-care-bP9_Ix_L This is an updated version from our previous podcast posting with the full episode - we apologize for the inconvenience

As artificial intelligence is implemented into more and more aspects of health care, it can be difficult to keep up with the varying ethical considerations that arise. If Catholic health care is to thrive in this new era of technology, a robust theological perspective is necessary.

Dan Daly, Executive Director of the Center for Theology and Ethics in Catholic Health, returns to Health Calls to discuss how Catholic health providers can find theological guidance and ethical clarity on technological questions. He discusses Pope Francis’s perspective on AI, why human empathy is crucial, and why efficiency and profit cannot be the ministry’s ultimate goals.

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]]> UPDATED - Theology, Artificial Intelligence, and Catholic Health Care Catholic Health Association 00:21:28 This is an updated version from our previous podcast posting with the full episode - we apologize for the inconvenience Dan Daly, Executive Director of the Center for Theology and Ethics in Catholic Health, returns to Health Calls to discuss how Catholic health providers can find theological guidance and ethical clarity on technological questions. This is an updated version from our previous podcast posting with the full episode - we apologize for the inconvenience Dan Daly, Executive Director of the Center for Theology and Ethics in Catholic Health, returns to Health Calls to discuss how Catholic health providers can find theological guidance and ethical clarity on technological questions. false full 6 5 812bc33c-983d-4c50-95bc-64ed614acb3d Theology, Artificial Intelligence, and Catholic Health Care As artificial intelligence is implemented into more and more aspects of health care, it can be difficult to keep up with the varying ethical considerations that arise. If Catholic health care is to thrive in this new era of technology, a robust theological perspective is necessary.

Dan Daly, Executive Director of the Center for Theology and Ethics in Catholic Health, returns to Health Calls to discuss how Catholic health providers can find theological guidance and ethical clarity on technological questions. He discusses Pope Francis’s perspective on AI, why human empathy is crucial, and why efficiency and profit cannot be the ministry’s ultimate goals.

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]]> Tue, 12 Nov 2024 04:00:00 +0000 nosterholt@chausa.org (Catholic Health Association) https://catholic-health-usa-podcast.simplecast.com/episodes/theology-artificial-intelligence-and-catholic-health-care-KimNO_pQ As artificial intelligence is implemented into more and more aspects of health care, it can be difficult to keep up with the varying ethical considerations that arise. If Catholic health care is to thrive in this new era of technology, a robust theological perspective is necessary.

Dan Daly, Executive Director of the Center for Theology and Ethics in Catholic Health, returns to Health Calls to discuss how Catholic health providers can find theological guidance and ethical clarity on technological questions. He discusses Pope Francis’s perspective on AI, why human empathy is crucial, and why efficiency and profit cannot be the ministry’s ultimate goals.

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]]> Theology, Artificial Intelligence, and Catholic Health Care Catholic Health Association 00:21:28 As artificial intelligence is implemented into more and more aspects of health care, it can be difficult to keep up with the varying ethical considerations that arise. If Catholic health care is to thrive in this new era of technology, a robust theological perspective is necessary. As artificial intelligence is implemented into more and more aspects of health care, it can be difficult to keep up with the varying ethical considerations that arise. If Catholic health care is to thrive in this new era of technology, a robust theological perspective is necessary. false full 6 5 3bb943ab-eec9-4670-8894-914a1ea9c13b Spiritual Care and Emerging Technology Emerging technologies can help health care providers with a multitude of daily tasks from efficient data processing to helping doctors with bedside conversations. But can it be used in the realm of spiritual care and whole person care?

Theresa Edmonson, Vice President of Spiritual Health for Providence St. Joseph Health, and Antonina Olszewski, Vice President of Spiritual Care for Mission Integration at Ascension, join the show to discuss the latest trends in technology and spiritual care. The two highlight the recent work of CHA’s Spiritual Care Advisory Council, explain why they feel hopeful about the future of AI in spiritual care settings, and reflect on how the foundresses and founders of Catholic health care can inspire us as we move boldly into the future.

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]]> Tue, 29 Oct 2024 03:00:00 +0000 nosterholt@chausa.org (Catholic Health Association) https://catholic-health-usa-podcast.simplecast.com/episodes/spiritual-care-and-emerging-technology-dhYxoMh4 Emerging technologies can help health care providers with a multitude of daily tasks from efficient data processing to helping doctors with bedside conversations. But can it be used in the realm of spiritual care and whole person care?

Theresa Edmonson, Vice President of Spiritual Health for Providence St. Joseph Health, and Antonina Olszewski, Vice President of Spiritual Care for Mission Integration at Ascension, join the show to discuss the latest trends in technology and spiritual care. The two highlight the recent work of CHA’s Spiritual Care Advisory Council, explain why they feel hopeful about the future of AI in spiritual care settings, and reflect on how the foundresses and founders of Catholic health care can inspire us as we move boldly into the future.

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]]> Spiritual Care and Emerging Technology Catholic Health Association 00:18:57 Theresa Edmonson, Vice President of Spiritual Health for Providence St. Joseph Health, and Antonina Olszewski, Vice President of Spiritual Care for Mission Integration at Ascension, join the show to discuss the latest trends in technology and spiritual care. The two highlight the recent work of CHA’s Spiritual Care Advisory Council, explain why they feel hopeful about the future of AI in spiritual care settings, and reflect on how the foundresses and founders of Catholic health care can inspire us as we move boldly into the future. Theresa Edmonson, Vice President of Spiritual Health for Providence St. Joseph Health, and Antonina Olszewski, Vice President of Spiritual Care for Mission Integration at Ascension, join the show to discuss the latest trends in technology and spiritual care. The two highlight the recent work of CHA’s Spiritual Care Advisory Council, explain why they feel hopeful about the future of AI in spiritual care settings, and reflect on how the foundresses and founders of Catholic health care can inspire us as we move boldly into the future. false full 5 5 13ee1d40-8114-43e6-b201-fadb22f9219c Energy Technologies for Climate Action As one of the country’s highest producers of carbon emissions, health care has a special responsibility in helping solve the ongoing climate crisis. What opportunities exist for health systems to make immediate improvements to their carbon footprint, and how can they set themselves up for a sustainable future?

Dan Misleh, co-founder of the Catholic Climate Covenant, joins Health Calls to talk about the many partnerships his organization is rallying around. He highlights the non-profit’s Catholic Energies program, lists the financial benefits of making sustainable changes, and encourages Catholic health providers to think about how climate action can be a way to live out their mission.

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]]> Tue, 15 Oct 2024 03:00:00 +0000 nosterholt@chausa.org (Catholic Health Association) https://catholic-health-usa-podcast.simplecast.com/episodes/energy-technologies-for-climate-action-R505dTwI As one of the country’s highest producers of carbon emissions, health care has a special responsibility in helping solve the ongoing climate crisis. What opportunities exist for health systems to make immediate improvements to their carbon footprint, and how can they set themselves up for a sustainable future?

Dan Misleh, co-founder of the Catholic Climate Covenant, joins Health Calls to talk about the many partnerships his organization is rallying around. He highlights the non-profit’s Catholic Energies program, lists the financial benefits of making sustainable changes, and encourages Catholic health providers to think about how climate action can be a way to live out their mission.

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]]> Energy Technologies for Climate Action Catholic Health Association 00:20:13 As one of the country’s highest producers of carbon emissions, health care has a special responsibility in helping solve the ongoing climate crisis. What opportunities exist for health systems to make immediate improvements to their carbon footprint, and how can they set themselves up for a sustainable future? As one of the country’s highest producers of carbon emissions, health care has a special responsibility in helping solve the ongoing climate crisis. What opportunities exist for health systems to make immediate improvements to their carbon footprint, and how can they set themselves up for a sustainable future? false full 4 5 df38e713-00df-4e5a-8b17-64c3e69df030 A.I., Empathy and Goal-Aligned Health Care When working with patients, it is essential for palliative care providers to have goal-oriented conversations. Without them, caregivers may not efficiently and collaboratively meet the patients' needs and goals for their own care. How can new technologies enhance these conversations, both from a productivity and a human relationship standpoint?

Matthew Gonzales, MD, of the Institute for Human Caring at Providence, joins the conversation to discuss IHC, the center’s successes, and its use of generative artificial intelligence. Gonzales lays out how “EmpathyAI” can enhance caregiver-to-patient interactions and lead to better outcomes for patients in a goal-aligned care model.

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]]> Tue, 1 Oct 2024 03:00:00 +0000 nosterholt@chausa.org (Catholic Health Association) https://catholic-health-usa-podcast.simplecast.com/episodes/ai-empathy-and-goal-aligned-health-care-ynkLomfX When working with patients, it is essential for palliative care providers to have goal-oriented conversations. Without them, caregivers may not efficiently and collaboratively meet the patients' needs and goals for their own care. How can new technologies enhance these conversations, both from a productivity and a human relationship standpoint?

Matthew Gonzales, MD, of the Institute for Human Caring at Providence, joins the conversation to discuss IHC, the center’s successes, and its use of generative artificial intelligence. Gonzales lays out how “EmpathyAI” can enhance caregiver-to-patient interactions and lead to better outcomes for patients in a goal-aligned care model.

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]]> A.I., Empathy and Goal-Aligned Health Care Catholic Health Association 00:22:31 When working with patients, it is essential for palliative care providers to have goal-oriented conversations. Without them, caregivers may not efficiently and collaboratively meet the patients' needs and goals for their own care. How can new technologies enhance these conversations, both from a productivity and a human relationship standpoint? When working with patients, it is essential for palliative care providers to have goal-oriented conversations. Without them, caregivers may not efficiently and collaboratively meet the patients' needs and goals for their own care. How can new technologies enhance these conversations, both from a productivity and a human relationship standpoint? false full 3 5 3ee010de-0f9f-4b39-bc43-a9f89e5841f7 Technology, Change and the Catholic Response As the world of technology spins faster and faster, responses can vary to the rapid pace of change and innovation. Fear, excitement, caution – everyone has an idea of how to respond. What does Catholic tradition and faith have to say?

Dr. Joseph Vukov, Associate Professor of Philosophy at Loyola University of Chicago and author of Staying Human in an Era of Artificial Intelligence, joins Health Calls to offer his thoughts on what Catholicism has to offer to this technological moment. Dr. Vukov and Brian discuss specific ways that technology can benefit and disrupt the mission of Catholic health care, all while keeping in mind the truth of what it means to be “human” in a digital age.

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]]> Tue, 17 Sep 2024 03:00:00 +0000 nosterholt@chausa.org (Catholic Health Association) https://catholic-health-usa-podcast.simplecast.com/episodes/technology-change-and-the-catholic-response-QYEpm_Iz As the world of technology spins faster and faster, responses can vary to the rapid pace of change and innovation. Fear, excitement, caution – everyone has an idea of how to respond. What does Catholic tradition and faith have to say?

Dr. Joseph Vukov, Associate Professor of Philosophy at Loyola University of Chicago and author of Staying Human in an Era of Artificial Intelligence, joins Health Calls to offer his thoughts on what Catholicism has to offer to this technological moment. Dr. Vukov and Brian discuss specific ways that technology can benefit and disrupt the mission of Catholic health care, all while keeping in mind the truth of what it means to be “human” in a digital age.

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]]> Technology, Change and the Catholic Response Catholic Health Association 00:23:36 As the world of technology spins faster and faster, responses can vary to the rapid pace of change and innovation. Fear, excitement, caution – everyone has an idea of how to respond. What does Catholic tradition and faith have to say? As the world of technology spins faster and faster, responses can vary to the rapid pace of change and innovation. Fear, excitement, caution – everyone has an idea of how to respond. What does Catholic tradition and faith have to say? false full 2 5 4fffdee2-11b0-4f62-b856-33e50e6ff7ef Maintaining Human Connection Amidst Technological Innovation It's easy to feel overwhelmed by technology, especially when change and innovation seem to come so rapidly.

Tom Koulopoulos, founder and chairman of the Delphi Group and author of Reimagining Health Care, joins Health Calls for the premiere of Season Five, "Technology and Humanity." Koulopoulos discusses how he began to research health care as a futurist and why he thinks providers have an immense opportunity to utilize technological innovation to their advantage. He also names potential pitfalls of technological dependence while giving an optimistic outlook on the future of health care technology.

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]]> Tue, 3 Sep 2024 13:38:54 +0000 nosterholt@chausa.org (Catholic Health Association) https://catholic-health-usa-podcast.simplecast.com/episodes/maintaining-human-connection-amidst-technological-innovation-5bDxegkD It's easy to feel overwhelmed by technology, especially when change and innovation seem to come so rapidly.

Tom Koulopoulos, founder and chairman of the Delphi Group and author of Reimagining Health Care, joins Health Calls for the premiere of Season Five, "Technology and Humanity." Koulopoulos discusses how he began to research health care as a futurist and why he thinks providers have an immense opportunity to utilize technological innovation to their advantage. He also names potential pitfalls of technological dependence while giving an optimistic outlook on the future of health care technology.

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Resources

Visit Tom Koulopoulos's website to purchase Reimagining Health Care or his latest book Gigatrends

Read the Catholic Health World story covering Tom’s keynote speech at the 2024 Catholic Health Assembly

Subscribe to Catholic Health World for the latest stories on tech trends and innovations around the Catholic health ministry

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]]> Maintaining Human Connection Amidst Technological Innovation Catholic Health Association 00:21:18 It’s easy to feel overwhelmed by technology, especially when change and innovation seem to come so rapidly. Tom Koulopoulos, founder and chairman of the Delphi Group and author of Reimagining Health Care, joins Health Calls for the premiere of Season Five, “Technology and Humanity.” Koulopoulos discusses how he began to research health care as a futurist and why he thinks providers have an immense opportunity to utilize technological innovation to their advantage. He also names potential pitfalls of technological dependence while giving an optimistic outlook on the future of health care technology. It’s easy to feel overwhelmed by technology, especially when change and innovation seem to come so rapidly. Tom Koulopoulos, founder and chairman of the Delphi Group and author of Reimagining Health Care, joins Health Calls for the premiere of Season Five, “Technology and Humanity.” Koulopoulos discusses how he began to research health care as a futurist and why he thinks providers have an immense opportunity to utilize technological innovation to their advantage. He also names potential pitfalls of technological dependence while giving an optimistic outlook on the future of health care technology. false full 1 5 3e212a23-a509-4c8b-adaa-21b90aa181ee The Center for Theology and Ethics in Catholic Health As Catholic health providers navigate an increasingly complex world, the value of clinical ethics cannot be understated. But the world of ethics is complicated itself: How do we give equal time to both clinical care and consultation as well as academic research, peer review and church relationships?

Sr. Mary Haddad, RSM, President and CEO of the Catholic Health Association, and Dan Daly, the founding Executive Director of the brand new Center for Theology and Ethics in Catholic Health, join Health Calls to discuss the new center being launched in Summer 2024. Sr. Mary explains the work that went into The Center’s development, Dan gives his background in ethics and Catholic health care, and both share their vision for how The Center could operate as a go-to resource for Catholic health providers in the near future.

Resources

Read Catholic Health World’s story on Dan Daly’s appointment as The Center’s founding Executive Director

Read Boston College’s release on Dan Daly’s appointment

 

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]]> Tue, 4 Jun 2024 03:00:00 +0000 nosterholt@chausa.org (Catholic Health Association) https://catholic-health-usa-podcast.simplecast.com/episodes/the-center-for-theology-and-ethics-in-catholic-health-F889CHeX As Catholic health providers navigate an increasingly complex world, the value of clinical ethics cannot be understated. But the world of ethics is complicated itself: How do we give equal time to both clinical care and consultation as well as academic research, peer review and church relationships?

Sr. Mary Haddad, RSM, President and CEO of the Catholic Health Association, and Dan Daly, the founding Executive Director of the brand new Center for Theology and Ethics in Catholic Health, join Health Calls to discuss the new center being launched in Summer 2024. Sr. Mary explains the work that went into The Center’s development, Dan gives his background in ethics and Catholic health care, and both share their vision for how The Center could operate as a go-to resource for Catholic health providers in the near future.

Resources

Read Catholic Health World’s story on Dan Daly’s appointment as The Center’s founding Executive Director

Read Boston College’s release on Dan Daly’s appointment

 

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]]> The Center for Theology and Ethics in Catholic Health Catholic Health Association 00:20:58 As Catholic health providers navigate an increasingly complex world, the value of clinical ethics cannot be understated. But the world of ethics is complicated itself: How do we give equal time to both clinical care and consultation as well as academic research, peer review and church relationships? As Catholic health providers navigate an increasingly complex world, the value of clinical ethics cannot be understated. But the world of ethics is complicated itself: How do we give equal time to both clinical care and consultation as well as academic research, peer review and church relationships? false full 18 4 69409261-701b-4021-8004-c7dc67797726 The Impact of Ministry Formation on Colleague Experience Join us for a dynamic discussion on the impact of ministry formation on the colleague experience, featuring Darren Henson, Senior Director of Ministry Formation at CHA, Pete Guarisco, VP of Mission at Franciscan Missionaries of Our Lady Health System, and Rafael Flores, Director of Mission Integration at FMOL Northshore Region. Discover FMOL's deep commitment to ministry formation across the system and its profound significance in upholding the legacy of their ministry's founding congregations. Gain insights into the diverse approaches to formation and how they shape colleague experiences, interactions, and the delivery of care. Don't miss this opportunity to explore the transformative power of ministry formation in health care.

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]]> Tue, 14 May 2024 03:00:00 +0000 nosterholt@chausa.org (Catholic Health Association) https://catholic-health-usa-podcast.simplecast.com/episodes/the-impact-of-ministry-formation-on-colleague-experience-GZg8Fbsy Join us for a dynamic discussion on the impact of ministry formation on the colleague experience, featuring Darren Henson, Senior Director of Ministry Formation at CHA, Pete Guarisco, VP of Mission at Franciscan Missionaries of Our Lady Health System, and Rafael Flores, Director of Mission Integration at FMOL Northshore Region. Discover FMOL's deep commitment to ministry formation across the system and its profound significance in upholding the legacy of their ministry's founding congregations. Gain insights into the diverse approaches to formation and how they shape colleague experiences, interactions, and the delivery of care. Don't miss this opportunity to explore the transformative power of ministry formation in health care.

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]]> The Impact of Ministry Formation on Colleague Experience Catholic Health Association 00:20:43 Join us for a dynamic discussion on the impact of ministry formation on the colleague experience, featuring Darren Henson, Senior Director of Ministry Formation at CHA, Pete Guarisco, VP of Mission at Franciscan Missionaries of Our Lady Health System, and Rafael Flores, Director of Mission Integration at FMOL Northshore Region. Join us for a dynamic discussion on the impact of ministry formation on the colleague experience, featuring Darren Henson, Senior Director of Ministry Formation at CHA, Pete Guarisco, VP of Mission at Franciscan Missionaries of Our Lady Health System, and Rafael Flores, Director of Mission Integration at FMOL Northshore Region. false full 17 4 9195efad-5e34-4356-8d1d-96b397ebd4ad Viewing AI Through a Catholic Social Teaching Lens Nate Hibner, Ph.D., Senior Director of Ethics and Editor of Health Care Ethics USA (HCEUSA) at CHA and Nicholas Kockler, Ph.D., MS, HEC-C, Vice President of System Ethics Services at Providence St. Joseph Health in Renton, Washington, join Health Calls for an enlightening discussion, exploring the intersection of artificial intelligence (AI) and Catholic social teaching, the topic of Kockler’s recent HCEUSA article. Discover how Catholic social teaching serves as a moral compass for navigating the complexities of AI, illustrating how AI can transcend being a mere tool and become an extension of our commitment to societal betterment by emphasizing values such as human dignity and the common good. Gain insights into the importance of forging partnerships in Catholic health care to ensure that AI is grounded in real-world needs. 

 

Resource:

Generating Insights from Catholic Social Teaching: Ethical Guidelines for Artificial Intelligence in Health Care Ministries by Nicholas Kockler, Ph.D., MS, HEC-C - HCEUSA Fall 2023

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]]> Tue, 23 Apr 2024 03:00:00 +0000 nosterholt@chausa.org (Catholic Health Association) https://catholic-health-usa-podcast.simplecast.com/episodes/viewing-ai-through-a-catholic-social-teaching-lens-Fj7AbmwB Nate Hibner, Ph.D., Senior Director of Ethics and Editor of Health Care Ethics USA (HCEUSA) at CHA and Nicholas Kockler, Ph.D., MS, HEC-C, Vice President of System Ethics Services at Providence St. Joseph Health in Renton, Washington, join Health Calls for an enlightening discussion, exploring the intersection of artificial intelligence (AI) and Catholic social teaching, the topic of Kockler’s recent HCEUSA article. Discover how Catholic social teaching serves as a moral compass for navigating the complexities of AI, illustrating how AI can transcend being a mere tool and become an extension of our commitment to societal betterment by emphasizing values such as human dignity and the common good. Gain insights into the importance of forging partnerships in Catholic health care to ensure that AI is grounded in real-world needs. 

 

Resource:

Generating Insights from Catholic Social Teaching: Ethical Guidelines for Artificial Intelligence in Health Care Ministries by Nicholas Kockler, Ph.D., MS, HEC-C - HCEUSA Fall 2023

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]]> Viewing AI Through a Catholic Social Teaching Lens Catholic Health Association 00:23:02 Nate Hibner, Ph.D., Senior Director of Ethics and Editor of Health Care Ethics USA (HCEUSA) at CHA and Nicholas Kockler, Ph.D., MS, HEC-C, Vice President of System Ethics Services at Providence St. Joseph Health in Renton, Washington, join Health Calls for an enlightening discussion, exploring the intersection of artificial intelligence (AI) and Catholic social teaching, the topic of Kockler’s recent HCEUSA article. Nate Hibner, Ph.D., Senior Director of Ethics and Editor of Health Care Ethics USA (HCEUSA) at CHA and Nicholas Kockler, Ph.D., MS, HEC-C, Vice President of System Ethics Services at Providence St. Joseph Health in Renton, Washington, join Health Calls for an enlightening discussion, exploring the intersection of artificial intelligence (AI) and Catholic social teaching, the topic of Kockler’s recent HCEUSA article. false full 16 4 5756fd18-1606-457c-9f63-1116e9fd36ea Leading with Integrity Dennis Gonzales, Ph.D., CHA's Senior Director of Mission Innovation and Integration and Ann Garrido, author of Redeeming Power: Exercising the Gift as God Intended and associate professor of homiletics at Aquinas Institute of Theology in St. Louis, join Health Calls to discuss the importance of a leader's positive worldview in effectively navigating change. In this enlightening conversation, they explore the concept of "a spirituality of power," highlighting how managerial courage and visionary leadership appear in daily interactions within an organization. They delve into the transformative power of ongoing reflection and examine how Jesus understood and exercised power. By considering the relational nature of power, Gonzales and Garrido offer insights into how a leader's understanding of power informs their role in promoting human flourishing and working for the common good.

Resources:

Embracing Change: It's Who We Are by Dennis Gonzales, Ph.D. – Health Progress Spring 2024  

Redeeming Power: Exercising the Gift as God Intended by Ann M. Garrido 

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]]> Tue, 16 Apr 2024 03:00:00 +0000 nosterholt@chausa.org (Catholic Health Association) https://catholic-health-usa-podcast.simplecast.com/episodes/leading-with-integrity-WrZxZ0rh Dennis Gonzales, Ph.D., CHA's Senior Director of Mission Innovation and Integration and Ann Garrido, author of Redeeming Power: Exercising the Gift as God Intended and associate professor of homiletics at Aquinas Institute of Theology in St. Louis, join Health Calls to discuss the importance of a leader's positive worldview in effectively navigating change. In this enlightening conversation, they explore the concept of "a spirituality of power," highlighting how managerial courage and visionary leadership appear in daily interactions within an organization. They delve into the transformative power of ongoing reflection and examine how Jesus understood and exercised power. By considering the relational nature of power, Gonzales and Garrido offer insights into how a leader's understanding of power informs their role in promoting human flourishing and working for the common good.

Resources:

Embracing Change: It's Who We Are by Dennis Gonzales, Ph.D. – Health Progress Spring 2024  

Redeeming Power: Exercising the Gift as God Intended by Ann M. Garrido 

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]]> Leading with Integrity Catholic Health Association 00:21:41 Dennis Gonzales, Ph.D., CHA's Senior Director of Mission Innovation and Integration and Ann Garrido, author of Redeeming Power: Exercising the Gift as God Intended and associate professor of homiletics at Aquinas Institute of Theology in St. Louis, join Health Calls to discuss the importance of a leader's positive worldview in effectively navigating change. Dennis Gonzales, Ph.D., CHA's Senior Director of Mission Innovation and Integration and Ann Garrido, author of Redeeming Power: Exercising the Gift as God Intended and associate professor of homiletics at Aquinas Institute of Theology in St. Louis, join Health Calls to discuss the importance of a leader's positive worldview in effectively navigating change. false full 15 4 624ffc46-1655-43dd-8985-91be4fa811b0 Researching on the Road with Avera Health Research is a key component of any health system. So, when it comes to serving rural areas, how do these systems reach patients and populations that may otherwise be left out of the research process?

Valerie Schremp Hahn, Associate Editor of Catholic Health World, and Amy Elliott, PhD, the Avera Research Institute’s Chief Clinical Research Officer, join Health Calls to discuss Hahn’s recent article covering Elliott’s work for Avera’s mobile research lab. Elliott walks through the process of funding the lab, the challenges of operating it and how being on the road brings a wealth of opportunities to rural communities.

Read the Catholic Health World Article "Avera mobile lab brings researchers to rural communities."

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]]> Tue, 19 Mar 2024 03:00:00 +0000 nosterholt@chausa.org (Catholic Health Association) https://catholic-health-usa-podcast.simplecast.com/episodes/researching-on-the-road-with-avera-health-1voW94y1 Research is a key component of any health system. So, when it comes to serving rural areas, how do these systems reach patients and populations that may otherwise be left out of the research process?

Valerie Schremp Hahn, Associate Editor of Catholic Health World, and Amy Elliott, PhD, the Avera Research Institute’s Chief Clinical Research Officer, join Health Calls to discuss Hahn’s recent article covering Elliott’s work for Avera’s mobile research lab. Elliott walks through the process of funding the lab, the challenges of operating it and how being on the road brings a wealth of opportunities to rural communities.

Read the Catholic Health World Article "Avera mobile lab brings researchers to rural communities."

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]]> Researching on the Road with Avera Health Catholic Health Association 00:17:32 Research is a key component of any health system. So, when it comes to serving rural areas, how do these systems reach patients and populations that may otherwise be left out of the research process? Research is a key component of any health system. So, when it comes to serving rural areas, how do these systems reach patients and populations that may otherwise be left out of the research process? false full 14 4 51dc4c20-bd31-4de3-a76f-3dfaef2a5b65 Mutual Learning in Global Health One of the most critical aspects of global health practice is creating and fostering good relationships. Having trusted partners around the globe not only allows us to get the proper resources where they need to go, but also facilitates opportunities for mutual learning.

Bruce Compton, CHA's Senior Director of Global Health, and Edmund Nigel Ramsay Crisp, The Lord Crisp KCB, House of Lords, United Kingdom and former Chief Executive of England's National Health Service, join Health Calls to discuss ways we can learn from each other in our shared goal of increasing health equity across the globe. Lord Crisp recounts lessons he learned from his time spent as the Chief Executive of the NHS, as well as the benefits of doing work outside your home country. Compton also adds insight into CHA's new discussion paper, The Future of Health Workforce: Insights and Opportunities to Transform International Health Workforce Recruitment and Capacity.

Resources

Access CHA's new Global Health discussion paper here

Visit CHA's Global Health page for more resources and insights into Global Health policy

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]]> Tue, 27 Feb 2024 04:00:00 +0000 nosterholt@chausa.org (Catholic Health Association) https://catholic-health-usa-podcast.simplecast.com/episodes/mutual-learning-in-global-health-S1EVpHDT One of the most critical aspects of global health practice is creating and fostering good relationships. Having trusted partners around the globe not only allows us to get the proper resources where they need to go, but also facilitates opportunities for mutual learning.

Bruce Compton, CHA's Senior Director of Global Health, and Edmund Nigel Ramsay Crisp, The Lord Crisp KCB, House of Lords, United Kingdom and former Chief Executive of England's National Health Service, join Health Calls to discuss ways we can learn from each other in our shared goal of increasing health equity across the globe. Lord Crisp recounts lessons he learned from his time spent as the Chief Executive of the NHS, as well as the benefits of doing work outside your home country. Compton also adds insight into CHA's new discussion paper, The Future of Health Workforce: Insights and Opportunities to Transform International Health Workforce Recruitment and Capacity.

Resources

Access CHA's new Global Health discussion paper here

Visit CHA's Global Health page for more resources and insights into Global Health policy

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]]> Mutual Learning in Global Health Catholic Health Association 00:24:18 One of the most critical aspects of global health practice is creating and fostering good relationships. Having trusted partners around the globe not only allows us to get the proper resources where they need to go, but also facilitates opportunities for mutual learning. Bruce Compton, CHA's Senior Director of Global Health, and Edmund Nigel Ramsay Crisp, The Lord Crisp KCB, House of Lords, United Kingdom and former Chief Executive of England’s National Health Service, join Health Calls to discuss ways we can learn from each other in our shared goal of increasing health equity across the globe. Lord Crisp recounts lessons he learned from his time spent as the Chief Executive of the NHS, as well as the benefits of doing work outside your home country. Compton also adds insight into CHA's new discussion paper, The Future of Health Workforce: Insights and Opportunities to Transform International Health Workforce Recruitment and Capacity. One of the most critical aspects of global health practice is creating and fostering good relationships. Having trusted partners around the globe not only allows us to get the proper resources where they need to go, but also facilitates opportunities for mutual learning. Bruce Compton, CHA's Senior Director of Global Health, and Edmund Nigel Ramsay Crisp, The Lord Crisp KCB, House of Lords, United Kingdom and former Chief Executive of England’s National Health Service, join Health Calls to discuss ways we can learn from each other in our shared goal of increasing health equity across the globe. Lord Crisp recounts lessons he learned from his time spent as the Chief Executive of the NHS, as well as the benefits of doing work outside your home country. Compton also adds insight into CHA's new discussion paper, The Future of Health Workforce: Insights and Opportunities to Transform International Health Workforce Recruitment and Capacity. false full 13 4 1406530c-4fc5-4c09-8deb-cfc963ce3a13 Building Trust in Community Benefit As health systems work to eliminate inequities in the communities they serve, are we doing all that we can to establish trustworthiness with those communities? What if there is already a lack of trust between provider and patient?

Betsy Taylor, Editor of Health Progress and Philip Alberti, Ph.D., Sr. Director of Health Equity Research and Policy and Founding Director of the AAMC Center for Health Justice, join the show to discuss Dr. Alberti's recent article in Health Progress. Dr. Alberti describes why he prefers the term 'vital conditions' to 'social determinants' and offers his insights on how and how not to build and maintain trustworthiness with communities.

Resources

Read Dr. Alberti's article in Health Progress, "Building Health Communities Requires Trustworthiness"

Visit CHA's Community Benefit page for up-to-date resources

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]]> Tue, 13 Feb 2024 04:00:00 +0000 nosterholt@chausa.org (Catholic Health Association) https://catholic-health-usa-podcast.simplecast.com/episodes/building-trust-in-community-benefit-4JjF0ez5 As health systems work to eliminate inequities in the communities they serve, are we doing all that we can to establish trustworthiness with those communities? What if there is already a lack of trust between provider and patient?

Betsy Taylor, Editor of Health Progress and Philip Alberti, Ph.D., Sr. Director of Health Equity Research and Policy and Founding Director of the AAMC Center for Health Justice, join the show to discuss Dr. Alberti's recent article in Health Progress. Dr. Alberti describes why he prefers the term 'vital conditions' to 'social determinants' and offers his insights on how and how not to build and maintain trustworthiness with communities.

Resources

Read Dr. Alberti's article in Health Progress, "Building Health Communities Requires Trustworthiness"

Visit CHA's Community Benefit page for up-to-date resources

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]]> Building Trust in Community Benefit Catholic Health Association 00:22:10 As health systems work to eliminate inequities in the communities they serve, are we doing all that we can to establish trustworthiness with those communities? What if there is already a lack of trust between provider and patient? As health systems work to eliminate inequities in the communities they serve, are we doing all that we can to establish trustworthiness with those communities? What if there is already a lack of trust between provider and patient? false full 12 4 7f142e7c-85fe-4198-995d-543010371cfa Caring for Neurodivergent Patients at the Treffert Center Treating neurodivergent patients is a complicated process. How do we approach the spectrum of neurodivergence with the care, compassion, and intentionality that it deserves?

Betsy Taylor, editor of Health Progress, Dr. Jeremy Chapman, Child & Adolescent Psychiatrist at SSM Health Treffert Studios, Meg Puddy, Director of Behavioral Health at SSM Health Greater Fond du Lac, and Spencer Depies, Technician at SSM Health Treffer Studios, all join Health Calls to discuss Treffert Studios' unique approach to caring for neurodivergent patients. Dr. Chapman discusses the key tenants of the Treffert approach, Meg Puddy recounts her personal experiences with Dr. Treffert, and Spencer Depies gives specific examples of how Treffert Studios offers its patients opportunities to flourish.

Resource

Read the recent Health Progress article on the Treffert Studios

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]]> Tue, 12 Dec 2023 15:23:41 +0000 nosterholt@chausa.org (Catholic Health Association) https://catholic-health-usa-podcast.simplecast.com/episodes/caring-for-neurodivergent-patients-at-the-treffert-center-TP_kJ21m Treating neurodivergent patients is a complicated process. How do we approach the spectrum of neurodivergence with the care, compassion, and intentionality that it deserves?

Betsy Taylor, editor of Health Progress, Dr. Jeremy Chapman, Child & Adolescent Psychiatrist at SSM Health Treffert Studios, Meg Puddy, Director of Behavioral Health at SSM Health Greater Fond du Lac, and Spencer Depies, Technician at SSM Health Treffer Studios, all join Health Calls to discuss Treffert Studios' unique approach to caring for neurodivergent patients. Dr. Chapman discusses the key tenants of the Treffert approach, Meg Puddy recounts her personal experiences with Dr. Treffert, and Spencer Depies gives specific examples of how Treffert Studios offers its patients opportunities to flourish.

Resource

Read the recent Health Progress article on the Treffert Studios

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]]> Caring for Neurodivergent Patients at the Treffert Center Catholic Health Association 00:22:18 Treating neurodivergent patients is a complicated process. How do we approach the spectrum of neurodivergence with the care, compassion, and intentionality that it deserves? Treating neurodivergent patients is a complicated process. How do we approach the spectrum of neurodivergence with the care, compassion, and intentionality that it deserves? false full 11 4 68274c81-c464-4c6d-b471-7589c1b96f15 Caring for Double-Duty Caregivers Do you know what a “double-duty caregiver” is? Chances are that if you work in health care, you know a few of them… and you may even be one yourself!

Betsy Taylor, editor of Health Progress, and Debra Kelsey-Davis, co-founder of Nourish for Caregivers and Sagacity.Care, join the show to discuss Kelsey-Davis’s recent article for the fall issue of Health Progress. They discuss how COVID-19 impacted the stress levels of double-duty caregivers, raising awareness and how Catholic health systems can better care and advocate for the double-duty caregivers working in the ministry.

Resources 

Read Debra Kelsey-Davis’s article, “Double-Duty Caregiving: Clinicians Caring for Others at Work and Home Need Support” for Health Progress

Visit the Nourish for Caregivers website

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]]> Tue, 28 Nov 2023 04:00:00 +0000 nosterholt@chausa.org (Catholic Health Association) https://catholic-health-usa-podcast.simplecast.com/episodes/caring-for-double-duty-caregivers-G5yC5y2i Do you know what a “double-duty caregiver” is? Chances are that if you work in health care, you know a few of them… and you may even be one yourself!

Betsy Taylor, editor of Health Progress, and Debra Kelsey-Davis, co-founder of Nourish for Caregivers and Sagacity.Care, join the show to discuss Kelsey-Davis’s recent article for the fall issue of Health Progress. They discuss how COVID-19 impacted the stress levels of double-duty caregivers, raising awareness and how Catholic health systems can better care and advocate for the double-duty caregivers working in the ministry.

Resources 

Read Debra Kelsey-Davis’s article, “Double-Duty Caregiving: Clinicians Caring for Others at Work and Home Need Support” for Health Progress

Visit the Nourish for Caregivers website

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]]> Caring for Double-Duty Caregivers Catholic Health Association 00:21:37 Do you know what a “double-duty caregiver” is? Chances are that if you work in health care, you know a few of them… and you may even be one yourself! Do you know what a “double-duty caregiver” is? Chances are that if you work in health care, you know a few of them… and you may even be one yourself! false full 10 4 77bb57b3-0aa4-4284-a7be-c464ae113089 Stories of Catholic Health Care from the AIDS Crisis World AIDS Day is commemorated every year on Dec. 1. As we approach this year's observance, how do the stories of those who pioneered care for AIDS patients inform our care today?

Paulo Pontemayor, CHA's Senior Director of Government Relations, and Michael O'Loughlin, national correspondent for America magazine and author of Hidden Mercy, join the show to discuss O'Loughlin’s contributions to Hold Out Your Hand, a new resource offered by CHA. O'Loughlin discusses his work telling the stories of Catholic caregivers during the AIDS crisis and offers thoughts on how these stories can inspire Catholic health care providers to care for the marginalized in the future.

Resources

Listen to Plague, a podcast produced by America Media and hosted by Michael O'Loughlin

Read Hidden Mercy, Michael O'Loughlin’s book on stories of Catholics and the AIDS crisis

Read this story about St. Mary's CARE Center from Catholic Health World

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]]> Tue, 14 Nov 2023 15:42:15 +0000 nosterholt@chausa.org (Catholic Health Association) https://catholic-health-usa-podcast.simplecast.com/episodes/stories-of-catholic-health-care-from-the-aids-crisis-xvClcC8B World AIDS Day is commemorated every year on Dec. 1. As we approach this year's observance, how do the stories of those who pioneered care for AIDS patients inform our care today?

Paulo Pontemayor, CHA's Senior Director of Government Relations, and Michael O'Loughlin, national correspondent for America magazine and author of Hidden Mercy, join the show to discuss O'Loughlin’s contributions to Hold Out Your Hand, a new resource offered by CHA. O'Loughlin discusses his work telling the stories of Catholic caregivers during the AIDS crisis and offers thoughts on how these stories can inspire Catholic health care providers to care for the marginalized in the future.

Resources

Listen to Plague, a podcast produced by America Media and hosted by Michael O'Loughlin

Read Hidden Mercy, Michael O'Loughlin’s book on stories of Catholics and the AIDS crisis

Read this story about St. Mary's CARE Center from Catholic Health World

Health Calls is available on the following podcast streaming platforms:

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]]> Stories of Catholic Health Care from the AIDS Crisis Catholic Health Association 00:21:05 World AIDS Day is commemorated every year on Dec. 1. As we approach this year's observance, how do the stories of those who pioneered care for AIDS patients inform our care today? World AIDS Day is commemorated every year on Dec. 1. As we approach this year's observance, how do the stories of those who pioneered care for AIDS patients inform our care today? false full 9 4 f68e2a6b-4eba-42d8-a9f8-1d96e75eee2f Laudate Deum and the Urgent Call to Climate Action Pope Francis recently released his new apostolic exhortation, Laudate Deum, calling for a renewed sense of urgency in combatting climate change. As he cites overwhelming scientific evidence that the world is facing a climate crisis that is caused by human activity, how should Catholic health care best respond to this urgent Apostolic exhortation?

Indu Spugnardi, Director of Advocacy and Resource Development for CHA, and Fr. Daniel Horan, Professor of Philosophy, Religious Studies and Theology at St. Mary's College and Director of the Center for the Study of Spirituality, join the show to discuss the new apostolic exhortation and Fr. Daniel’s coverage of the release for the National Catholic Reporter. Fr. Daniel discusses our relationship to the world around us, the document’s inspiration from St. Francis of Assisi, and having hope for the future.

Resources

Read Laudate Deum at the Vatican's official website

Read Fr. Daniel’s column on Laudate Deum at the National Catholic Reporter

Visit CHA's Environment page for more resources

Sign up for the Laudato Si' Action Platform

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]]> Tue, 24 Oct 2023 03:00:00 +0000 nosterholt@chausa.org (Catholic Health Association) https://catholic-health-usa-podcast.simplecast.com/episodes/laudate-deum-and-the-urgent-call-to-climate-action-V_5N7ewJ Pope Francis recently released his new apostolic exhortation, Laudate Deum, calling for a renewed sense of urgency in combatting climate change. As he cites overwhelming scientific evidence that the world is facing a climate crisis that is caused by human activity, how should Catholic health care best respond to this urgent Apostolic exhortation?

Indu Spugnardi, Director of Advocacy and Resource Development for CHA, and Fr. Daniel Horan, Professor of Philosophy, Religious Studies and Theology at St. Mary's College and Director of the Center for the Study of Spirituality, join the show to discuss the new apostolic exhortation and Fr. Daniel’s coverage of the release for the National Catholic Reporter. Fr. Daniel discusses our relationship to the world around us, the document’s inspiration from St. Francis of Assisi, and having hope for the future.

Resources

Read Laudate Deum at the Vatican's official website

Read Fr. Daniel’s column on Laudate Deum at the National Catholic Reporter

Visit CHA's Environment page for more resources

Sign up for the Laudato Si' Action Platform

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]]> Laudate Deum and the Urgent Call to Climate Action Catholic Health Association 00:24:10 Pope Francis recently released his new apostolic exhortation, Laudate Deum, calling for a renewed sense of urgency in combatting climate change. As he cites overwhelming scientific evidence that the world is facing a climate crisis that is caused by human activity, how should Catholic health care best respond to this urgent Apostolic exhortation? Pope Francis recently released his new apostolic exhortation, Laudate Deum, calling for a renewed sense of urgency in combatting climate change. As he cites overwhelming scientific evidence that the world is facing a climate crisis that is caused by human activity, how should Catholic health care best respond to this urgent Apostolic exhortation? false full 8 4 f57176e6-8c16-460d-ad86-830c428a934f Environmental Considerations for Global Health As health care systems look to develop healthy partnerships across the globe, environmental impacts must become a factor to consider. How do we partner with organizations in a way that isn’t harmful to communities already experiencing the effects of climate change?

Erica Smith, Executive Director of Hospital Sisters Mission Outreach, and Bruce Compton, Sr. Director of Global Health and International Outreach at CHA, join Health Calls to discuss their recent international visits, developing partnerships that focus on lessening environmental impacts and how to effectively and safely donate material goods.

Resources

Visit Hospital Sisters Mission Outreach website

Check out CHA’s Medical Surplus Recovery resources

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]]> Tue, 3 Oct 2023 15:06:31 +0000 nosterholt@chausa.org (Catholic Health Association) https://catholic-health-usa-podcast.simplecast.com/episodes/environmental-considerations-for-global-health-H4LA67cE As health care systems look to develop healthy partnerships across the globe, environmental impacts must become a factor to consider. How do we partner with organizations in a way that isn’t harmful to communities already experiencing the effects of climate change?

Erica Smith, Executive Director of Hospital Sisters Mission Outreach, and Bruce Compton, Sr. Director of Global Health and International Outreach at CHA, join Health Calls to discuss their recent international visits, developing partnerships that focus on lessening environmental impacts and how to effectively and safely donate material goods.

Resources

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Check out CHA’s Medical Surplus Recovery resources

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]]> Environmental Considerations for Global Health Catholic Health Association 00:21:16 As health care systems look to develop healthy partnerships across the globe, environmental impacts must become a factor to consider. How do we partner with organizations in a way that isn’t harmful to communities already experiencing the effects of climate change? As health care systems look to develop healthy partnerships across the globe, environmental impacts must become a factor to consider. How do we partner with organizations in a way that isn’t harmful to communities already experiencing the effects of climate change? false full 7 4 4d0e0f0c-70f6-4e77-8cb9-63ef3acd3285 Providence's Carbon-Negative Health Care Pledge Between hurricanes and heat waves, the effects of the climate crisis have never been more evident. How can health care systems make bold commitments that will make a difference in the fight against climate change?

Ali Santore, Chief Advocacy and Social Responsibility Officer at Providence, and Beth Schenk, Chief Environmental Stewardship Officer at Providence, join Health Calls to discuss their system's pledge to be carbon-negative by 2030. They discuss the way the pledge has been integrated throughout leadership structures, the definition of "carbon negative" health care and how their climate impacts can be measured using data.

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]]> Tue, 5 Sep 2023 20:53:28 +0000 nosterholt@chausa.org (Catholic Health Association) https://catholic-health-usa-podcast.simplecast.com/episodes/providences-carbon-negative-health-care-pledge-SGb5YKGP Between hurricanes and heat waves, the effects of the climate crisis have never been more evident. How can health care systems make bold commitments that will make a difference in the fight against climate change?

Ali Santore, Chief Advocacy and Social Responsibility Officer at Providence, and Beth Schenk, Chief Environmental Stewardship Officer at Providence, join Health Calls to discuss their system's pledge to be carbon-negative by 2030. They discuss the way the pledge has been integrated throughout leadership structures, the definition of "carbon negative" health care and how their climate impacts can be measured using data.

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]]> Providence's Carbon-Negative Health Care Pledge Catholic Health Association 00:22:57 Between hurricanes and heat waves, the effects of the climate crisis have never been more evident. How can health care systems make bold commitments that will make a difference in the fight against climate change? Between hurricanes and heat waves, the effects of the climate crisis have never been more evident. How can health care systems make bold commitments that will make a difference in the fight against climate change? false full 6 4 fbf47eff-f083-4e16-b441-027e5d8594ed What Patients with Chronic Illness Want Providers to Know Patients with chronic illnesses want what any patient seeking health care wants: to improve their health without exhaustive treatment. Unlike the majority, however, these patients face specific barriers to achieving that care.

Betsy Taylor, editor of Health Progress, and Tricia Steele, author of the Sick Person Guide e-book series, join Health Calls to discuss Steele’s recent article for Health Progress. Steele discusses her experiences as a patient advocate and ways that health care delivery isn’t equipped to meet specific patients’ needs and proposes steps that health systems can take to better care for those with chronic illnesses.

"What Patients With Chronic Illness Want Providers to Know" 
(Health Progress, Summer 2023)

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]]> Tue, 22 Aug 2023 03:00:00 +0000 nosterholt@chausa.org (Catholic Health Association) https://catholic-health-usa-podcast.simplecast.com/episodes/what-patients-with-chronic-illness-want-providers-to-know-RtRjmIFg Patients with chronic illnesses want what any patient seeking health care wants: to improve their health without exhaustive treatment. Unlike the majority, however, these patients face specific barriers to achieving that care.

Betsy Taylor, editor of Health Progress, and Tricia Steele, author of the Sick Person Guide e-book series, join Health Calls to discuss Steele’s recent article for Health Progress. Steele discusses her experiences as a patient advocate and ways that health care delivery isn’t equipped to meet specific patients’ needs and proposes steps that health systems can take to better care for those with chronic illnesses.

"What Patients With Chronic Illness Want Providers to Know" 
(Health Progress, Summer 2023)

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]]> What Patients with Chronic Illness Want Providers to Know Catholic Health Association 00:23:21 Patients with chronic illnesses want what any patient seeking health care wants: to improve their health without exhaustive treatment. Unlike the majority, however, these patients face specific barriers to achieving that care. Patients with chronic illnesses want what any patient seeking health care wants: to improve their health without exhaustive treatment. Unlike the majority, however, these patients face specific barriers to achieving that care. false full 5 4 318d8cdc-5c5a-4c15-aee2-2cdc755d612b Medicaid Coverage for Spiritual Care Studies suggest that whole-person health care isn't limited to physical health but also includes mental and spiritual well-being. So why is spiritual care more difficult to find coverage for?

Lisa Eisenhauer, Editor of Catholic Health World, joins the show to discuss an article she wrote for the paper featuring Dennis Heaphy, Health Justice Advocate and Researcher at the Massachusetts Disability Policy Consortium, and Sasha Shenk, Sr. Research Technician at Tufts University. Heaphy and Shenk talk about their article and the benefits of offering Medicaid for spiritual care, and Teresa Anderson, Mission Leader at Trinity Health PACE and Trinity Health at Home, describes how Trinity Health tries to implement extended coverage into their work.

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]]> Tue, 8 Aug 2023 03:00:00 +0000 nosterholt@chausa.org (Catholic Health Association) https://catholic-health-usa-podcast.simplecast.com/episodes/medicaid-coverage-for-spiritual-care-5qHLKrXt Studies suggest that whole-person health care isn't limited to physical health but also includes mental and spiritual well-being. So why is spiritual care more difficult to find coverage for?

Lisa Eisenhauer, Editor of Catholic Health World, joins the show to discuss an article she wrote for the paper featuring Dennis Heaphy, Health Justice Advocate and Researcher at the Massachusetts Disability Policy Consortium, and Sasha Shenk, Sr. Research Technician at Tufts University. Heaphy and Shenk talk about their article and the benefits of offering Medicaid for spiritual care, and Teresa Anderson, Mission Leader at Trinity Health PACE and Trinity Health at Home, describes how Trinity Health tries to implement extended coverage into their work.

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]]> Medicaid Coverage for Spiritual Care Catholic Health Association 00:20:55 Studies suggest that whole-person health care isn't limited to physical health but also includes mental and spiritual well-being. So why is spiritual care more difficult to find coverage for? Studies suggest that whole-person health care isn't limited to physical health but also includes mental and spiritual well-being. So why is spiritual care more difficult to find coverage for? false full 4 4 437dbd37-e2b0-4442-82c0-e3c306b1d6ce Strategies for Talking about the ERDs The Ethical and Religious Directives have been a popular topic of conversation in health care circles for the past year. But what if we stopped viewing them simply as a list of do's and dont's, but as a living document articulating the mission and identity of Catholic health care?

Betsy Taylor, editor of Health Progress, and Fr. Myles Sheehan, SJ, MD, director of the Edmund D. Pellegrino Center for Clinical Bioethics and the David Lauler chair of Catholic Health Care Ethics at Georgetown University Medical Center, join the show to discuss the ongoing conversation around the ERDs and how they can fortify the identity of Catholic health care. Fr. Sheehan also speaks directly to several specific parts of the ERDs, giving a comprehensive view of the directives and guiding principles beneath them.

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]]> Tue, 25 Jul 2023 03:00:00 +0000 nosterholt@chausa.org (Catholic Health Association) https://catholic-health-usa-podcast.simplecast.com/episodes/strategies-for-talking-about-the-erds-GqUf2_Ow The Ethical and Religious Directives have been a popular topic of conversation in health care circles for the past year. But what if we stopped viewing them simply as a list of do's and dont's, but as a living document articulating the mission and identity of Catholic health care?

Betsy Taylor, editor of Health Progress, and Fr. Myles Sheehan, SJ, MD, director of the Edmund D. Pellegrino Center for Clinical Bioethics and the David Lauler chair of Catholic Health Care Ethics at Georgetown University Medical Center, join the show to discuss the ongoing conversation around the ERDs and how they can fortify the identity of Catholic health care. Fr. Sheehan also speaks directly to several specific parts of the ERDs, giving a comprehensive view of the directives and guiding principles beneath them.

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]]> Strategies for Talking about the ERDs Catholic Health Association 00:20:40 The Ethical and Religious Directives have been a popular topic of conversation in health care circles for the past year. But what if we stopped viewing them simply as a list of do's and don'ts, but as a living document articulating the mission and identity of Catholic health care? The Ethical and Religious Directives have been a popular topic of conversation in health care circles for the past year. But what if we stopped viewing them simply as a list of do's and don'ts, but as a living document articulating the mission and identity of Catholic health care? false full 3 4 d5512a40-e18f-445d-bc2c-aeaf7717e690 Roadmaps to Health Equity Tue, 11 Jul 2023 15:03:00 +0000 nosterholt@chausa.org (Catholic Health Association) https://catholic-health-usa-podcast.simplecast.com/episodes/roadmaps-to-health-equity-___jXzse Roadmaps to Health Equity Catholic Health Association 00:21:53 The road to health equity is long, and many hospitals and healthcare facilities are on different parts of the journey. How do we gauge best practices and strategies for different parties? Several guests join this episode of Health Calls to discuss ongoing efforts to help hospitals across the United States: Kathy Curran, Senior Director of Public Policy for the Catholic Health Association; Joy Lewis, Senior Vice President for Health Equity Strategies for the American Hospital Association, and Executive Director of the Institute for Diversity and Health Equity; and Leon Caldwell, Senior Director of Health Equity Strategies at the American Hospital Association. They discuss the history of the AHA’s efforts and how the two associations have collaborated in the work of Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging. The road to health equity is long, and many hospitals and healthcare facilities are on different parts of the journey. How do we gauge best practices and strategies for different parties? Several guests join this episode of Health Calls to discuss ongoing efforts to help hospitals across the United States: Kathy Curran, Senior Director of Public Policy for the Catholic Health Association; Joy Lewis, Senior Vice President for Health Equity Strategies for the American Hospital Association, and Executive Director of the Institute for Diversity and Health Equity; and Leon Caldwell, Senior Director of Health Equity Strategies at the American Hospital Association. They discuss the history of the AHA’s efforts and how the two associations have collaborated in the work of Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging. false full 2 4 35c96583-06aa-46f5-a683-067abdb49dc2 Spiritual Care and Chaplaincy in a Virtual Age Much of the health care process happens virtually these days. In the Catholic health ministry, how does spiritual care play into this equation?

In the first episode of Health Calls season four, Jill Fisk, CHA's Director of Mission Services, and Justin Martin, a board-certified chaplain at Mercy St. Louis, join the show to discuss spiritual care in a virtual age. They discuss Mercy COVID Care @ Home, a program which recently won CHA’s Achievement Citation award, as well as the possibility of extending proactive chaplaincy services to different areas of care. 

Resources

 

Mercy COVID Care @ Home: CHA’s 2023 Achievement Citation Video

 

"Mercy chaplains tap technology to connect with COVID Care @ Home patients" (Catholic Health World article)

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]]> Tue, 27 Jun 2023 03:00:00 +0000 nosterholt@chausa.org (Catholic Health Association) https://catholic-health-usa-podcast.simplecast.com/episodes/spiritual-care-and-chaplaincy-in-a-virtual-age-KkXCbzK7 Much of the health care process happens virtually these days. In the Catholic health ministry, how does spiritual care play into this equation?

In the first episode of Health Calls season four, Jill Fisk, CHA's Director of Mission Services, and Justin Martin, a board-certified chaplain at Mercy St. Louis, join the show to discuss spiritual care in a virtual age. They discuss Mercy COVID Care @ Home, a program which recently won CHA’s Achievement Citation award, as well as the possibility of extending proactive chaplaincy services to different areas of care. 

Resources

 

Mercy COVID Care @ Home: CHA’s 2023 Achievement Citation Video

 

"Mercy chaplains tap technology to connect with COVID Care @ Home patients" (Catholic Health World article)

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]]> Spiritual Care and Chaplaincy in a Virtual Age Catholic Health Association 00:21:12 Much of the health care process happens virtually these days. In the Catholic health ministry, how does spiritual care play into this equation? Much of the health care process happens virtually these days. In the Catholic health ministry, how does spiritual care play into this equation? false full 1 4 09fe5902-5c8e-4889-b284-7a6e4ecfb37e Season Four Promo Season Four of Health Calls, the podcast of the Catholic Health Association, kicks off on June 27! Subscribe now!

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]]> Wed, 21 Jun 2023 20:56:30 +0000 nosterholt@chausa.org (Catholic Health Association) https://catholic-health-usa-podcast.simplecast.com/episodes/health-calls-season-four-promo-wX3FxXVi Season Four of Health Calls, the podcast of the Catholic Health Association, kicks off on June 27! Subscribe now!

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]]> Season Four Promo Catholic Health Association 00:00:50 Season Four of Health Calls, the podcast of the Catholic Health Association, kicks off on June 27! Subscribe now! Season Four of Health Calls, the podcast of the Catholic Health Association, kicks off on June 27! Subscribe now! false full 0 4 11409f3c-86d3-494c-9405-934c4f87591d Montessori Methods in Memory Care When we think of “long term care,” we may bring assumptions to the table about how patients are cared for or act. What happens when the care we provide challenges those assumptions?

Julie Minda, Associate Editor of Catholic Health World, joins the show to discuss her recent article regarding Montessori principles used in memory care. Michelle Feller, Assistant Administrator at Ferncliff Nursing Home, and Cameron Camp, Co-Founder of the Center for Applied Research in Dementia, also join to discuss these methods, how they benefit long term care patients, and the process of implementing Montessori principles in existing facilities.

 

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]]> Tue, 11 Apr 2023 03:00:00 +0000 nosterholt@chausa.org (Catholic Health Association) https://catholic-health-usa-podcast.simplecast.com/episodes/montessori-methods-in-memory-care-zid_UNW9 When we think of “long term care,” we may bring assumptions to the table about how patients are cared for or act. What happens when the care we provide challenges those assumptions?

Julie Minda, Associate Editor of Catholic Health World, joins the show to discuss her recent article regarding Montessori principles used in memory care. Michelle Feller, Assistant Administrator at Ferncliff Nursing Home, and Cameron Camp, Co-Founder of the Center for Applied Research in Dementia, also join to discuss these methods, how they benefit long term care patients, and the process of implementing Montessori principles in existing facilities.

 

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]]> Montessori Methods in Memory Care Catholic Health Association 00:18:31 When we think of “long term care,” we may bring assumptions to the table about how patients are cared for or act. What happens when the care we provide challenges those assumptions? Julie Minda, Associate Editor of Catholic Health World, joins the show to discuss her recent article regarding Montessori principles used in memory care. Michelle Feller, Assistant Administrator at Ferncliff Nursing Home, and Cameron Camp, Co-Founder of the Center for Applied Research in Dementia, also join to discuss these methods, how they benefit long term care patients, and the process of implementing Montessori principles in existing facilities. When we think of “long term care,” we may bring assumptions to the table about how patients are cared for or act. What happens when the care we provide challenges those assumptions? Julie Minda, Associate Editor of Catholic Health World, joins the show to discuss her recent article regarding Montessori principles used in memory care. Michelle Feller, Assistant Administrator at Ferncliff Nursing Home, and Cameron Camp, Co-Founder of the Center for Applied Research in Dementia, also join to discuss these methods, how they benefit long term care patients, and the process of implementing Montessori principles in existing facilities. false full 21 3 47dbeab5-80e0-4aa9-aa94-3d538999121c Visiting Ukraine: An On-the-Ground Look at the Catholic Response As the war in Ukraine continues well over a year after Russia's invasion, humanitarian efforts continue in an effort to meet the growing needs of the Ukrainian people.

Bruce Compton, CHA's Senior Director of Global Health, joins the show after his recent visit to Ukraine with partners from the International Catholic Migration Commission. In the conversation, Bruce shares the impact the trip had on him along with details about the Catholic church's work and how the people of Ukraine are displaying resilience in the face of war.

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]]> Tue, 28 Mar 2023 03:00:00 +0000 nosterholt@chausa.org (Catholic Health Association) https://catholic-health-usa-podcast.simplecast.com/episodes/visiting-ukraine-an-on-the-ground-look-at-the-catholic-response-5Oi5TDDl As the war in Ukraine continues well over a year after Russia's invasion, humanitarian efforts continue in an effort to meet the growing needs of the Ukrainian people.

Bruce Compton, CHA's Senior Director of Global Health, joins the show after his recent visit to Ukraine with partners from the International Catholic Migration Commission. In the conversation, Bruce shares the impact the trip had on him along with details about the Catholic church's work and how the people of Ukraine are displaying resilience in the face of war.

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]]> Visiting Ukraine: An On-the-Ground Look at the Catholic Response Catholic Health Association 00:22:30 As the war in Ukraine continues well over a year after Russia's invasion, humanitarian efforts continue in an effort to meet the growing needs of the Ukrainian people. As the war in Ukraine continues well over a year after Russia's invasion, humanitarian efforts continue in an effort to meet the growing needs of the Ukrainian people. false full 20 3 982fb94a-e1be-4bab-90f7-20bd58b73700 Continuing Collaboration in Health Equity The work of equity in health care is never finished. After the initial buy-in and foundational changes, how do health systems continue to work toward equity for communities, patients and colleagues?

Kathy Curran, CHA Sr. Director of Public Policy, and Ralph McCloud, Director of the U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops’ Catholic Campaign for Human Development, join the show to discuss Catholic health care's continued journey with other Catholic organizations toward health equity. They discuss the first two years of CHA's We Are Called initiative, the crucial role of Catholic social teaching, and how polarization and other challenges can be faced head-on.

Resources 

CHA's A Guide for Planning & Reporting Community Benefit, revised in 2022 to incorporate equity and social determinants of health as community benefit priorities

CHA's We Are Called web page

"Health Equity - A Call To Seek and Tell the 'True Truth' of Injustice" (Health Progress, Spring 2023)

Visit the USCCB's website for the Catholic Campaign for Human Development

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]]> Tue, 14 Mar 2023 03:00:00 +0000 nosterholt@chausa.org (Catholic Health Association) https://catholic-health-usa-podcast.simplecast.com/episodes/continuing-collaboration-in-health-equity-J3Fmzzch The work of equity in health care is never finished. After the initial buy-in and foundational changes, how do health systems continue to work toward equity for communities, patients and colleagues?

Kathy Curran, CHA Sr. Director of Public Policy, and Ralph McCloud, Director of the U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops’ Catholic Campaign for Human Development, join the show to discuss Catholic health care's continued journey with other Catholic organizations toward health equity. They discuss the first two years of CHA's We Are Called initiative, the crucial role of Catholic social teaching, and how polarization and other challenges can be faced head-on.

Resources 

CHA's A Guide for Planning & Reporting Community Benefit, revised in 2022 to incorporate equity and social determinants of health as community benefit priorities

CHA's We Are Called web page

"Health Equity - A Call To Seek and Tell the 'True Truth' of Injustice" (Health Progress, Spring 2023)

Visit the USCCB's website for the Catholic Campaign for Human Development

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]]> Continuing Collaboration in Health Equity Catholic Health Association 00:21:27 The work of equity in health care is never finished. After the initial buy-in and foundational changes, how do health systems continue to work toward equity for communities, patients and colleagues? The work of equity in health care is never finished. After the initial buy-in and foundational changes, how do health systems continue to work toward equity for communities, patients and colleagues? false full 19 3 ac4695e6-f8ec-4b70-94e3-3ff5c9030305 Policy Victories for Catholic Health Care in 2022 It can be difficult to understand what's happening in Congress, especially in the lawmaking process – what policies are passing, what buzzwords actually mean and how does it affect the American people?

Lisa Smith, CHA's Vice President of Advocacy and Public Policy, and Paulo Pontemayor, CHA's Sr. Director of Government Relations, review the past year of health care advocacy and discuss some of the highlights of a busy year. They specifically address the much-discussed "Omnibus" bill that was passed in the final weeks of 2022, as well as policies relating to maternal health, environmental sustainability and health equity, among others.

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]]> Tue, 14 Feb 2023 16:08:12 +0000 nosterholt@chausa.org (Catholic Health Association) https://catholic-health-usa-podcast.simplecast.com/episodes/policy-victories-for-catholic-health-care-in-2022-7rWjqTbx It can be difficult to understand what's happening in Congress, especially in the lawmaking process – what policies are passing, what buzzwords actually mean and how does it affect the American people?

Lisa Smith, CHA's Vice President of Advocacy and Public Policy, and Paulo Pontemayor, CHA's Sr. Director of Government Relations, review the past year of health care advocacy and discuss some of the highlights of a busy year. They specifically address the much-discussed "Omnibus" bill that was passed in the final weeks of 2022, as well as policies relating to maternal health, environmental sustainability and health equity, among others.

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]]> Policy Victories for Catholic Health Care in 2022 Catholic Health Association 00:22:01 It can be difficult to understand what’s happening in Congress, especially in the lawmaking process – what policies are passing, what buzzwords actually mean and how does it affect the American people? It can be difficult to understand what’s happening in Congress, especially in the lawmaking process – what policies are passing, what buzzwords actually mean and how does it affect the American people? false full 17 3 c4a86024-fbd9-4288-a1c7-e780a6f9fdee Health Care Advocacy Priorities in 2023-2024 With the 2022 midterm elections behind us, a reshaped Congress represents a new landscape and new challenges for health care advocacy.

Lisa Smith, CHA's Vice President of Advocacy and Public Policy, and Lucas Swanepoel, CHA's Sr. Director of Government Relations, join the show to discuss the new Congress and how the next two years could be challenging when passing policies. They also address CHA’s new Advocacy Agenda and some of the top priorities for Catholic health care over the next two years.

Resources

CHA's Advocacy Agenda for the 118th Congress

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]]> Tue, 14 Feb 2023 16:06:32 +0000 nosterholt@chausa.org (Catholic Health Association) https://catholic-health-usa-podcast.simplecast.com/episodes/health-care-advocacy-priorities-in-2023-2024-sNrAFySy With the 2022 midterm elections behind us, a reshaped Congress represents a new landscape and new challenges for health care advocacy.

Lisa Smith, CHA's Vice President of Advocacy and Public Policy, and Lucas Swanepoel, CHA's Sr. Director of Government Relations, join the show to discuss the new Congress and how the next two years could be challenging when passing policies. They also address CHA’s new Advocacy Agenda and some of the top priorities for Catholic health care over the next two years.

Resources

CHA's Advocacy Agenda for the 118th Congress

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]]> Health Care Advocacy Priorities in 2023-2024 Catholic Health Association 00:18:36 With the 2022 midterm elections behind us, a reshaped Congress represents a new landscape and new challenges for health care advocacy. With the 2022 midterm elections behind us, a reshaped Congress represents a new landscape and new challenges for health care advocacy. false full 18 3 5d0ae3ca-1b3e-419e-80cc-64598bd28344 Well-being for Busy Health Care Leaders Increased mindfulness is vital to our well-being, but it requires a significant time commitment. For those with full schedules, how do we begin to build these practices into our busy lives?

In a Health Calls special, Diarmuid Rooney, CHA's Interim Vice President of Sponsorship and Mission Services, and Jill Fisk, CHA's Director of Mission Services, discuss the benefits and importance of incorporating mindfulness exercises into our every day lives. They suggest a few easy ways to get started before Diarmuid leads listeners in a simple exercise that will refresh your spirit.

Resources

A Fresh Approach to Well-being in Health Care: A Health Calls Special Episode

Visit CHA's ReNew Year page to explore a new foundational approach to Well-being in Catholic Health Care.

Utilize meditative resources from CHA such as our "Be Still" and "Peace in Anxiety" videos.

Read Sarah Reddin's recent Health Progress article, "Flourishing Through Formation: Catholic Identity Is Reinforced With Thoughtful Approaches"

Contemplative Outreach, a spiritual network committed to living the contemplative dimension of the Gospel

Read Margaret J. Wheatley's article, "Can We Reclaim Time to Think?" (Shambala Sun, Sept. 2001)

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]]> Tue, 31 Jan 2023 04:00:00 +0000 nosterholt@chausa.org (Catholic Health Association) https://catholic-health-usa-podcast.simplecast.com/episodes/well-being-for-busy-health-care-leaders-vG3Sef7l Increased mindfulness is vital to our well-being, but it requires a significant time commitment. For those with full schedules, how do we begin to build these practices into our busy lives?

In a Health Calls special, Diarmuid Rooney, CHA's Interim Vice President of Sponsorship and Mission Services, and Jill Fisk, CHA's Director of Mission Services, discuss the benefits and importance of incorporating mindfulness exercises into our every day lives. They suggest a few easy ways to get started before Diarmuid leads listeners in a simple exercise that will refresh your spirit.

Resources

A Fresh Approach to Well-being in Health Care: A Health Calls Special Episode

Visit CHA's ReNew Year page to explore a new foundational approach to Well-being in Catholic Health Care.

Utilize meditative resources from CHA such as our "Be Still" and "Peace in Anxiety" videos.

Read Sarah Reddin's recent Health Progress article, "Flourishing Through Formation: Catholic Identity Is Reinforced With Thoughtful Approaches"

Contemplative Outreach, a spiritual network committed to living the contemplative dimension of the Gospel

Read Margaret J. Wheatley's article, "Can We Reclaim Time to Think?" (Shambala Sun, Sept. 2001)

Health Calls is available on the following podcast streaming platforms:

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Learn more about The Catholic Health Association of the United States at www.chausa.org.

]]> Well-being for Busy Health Care Leaders Catholic Health Association 00:25:26 Increased mindfulness is vital to our well-being, but it requires a significant time commitment. For those with full schedules, how do we begin to build these practices into our busy lives? Increased mindfulness is vital to our well-being, but it requires a significant time commitment. For those with full schedules, how do we begin to build these practices into our busy lives? false full 16 3 3674ad73-15f6-48c8-ab71-351a8f6f5b24 A Fresh Approach to Well-being in Health Care Maintaining our own well-being can be a challenge in a world where we’re constantly bombarded with new ideas, challenges, and tasks. When everything feels so urgent, how do we re-orient our minds and take the time to slow down?

In a Health Calls special, Diarmuid Rooney, CHA’s Interim Vice President of Sponsorship and Mission Services, and Jill Fisk, CHA’s Director of Mission Services, host an intentional, meditative conversation on well-being and its roots in Catholic health ministry. They discuss the Christian history of meditative practice as well as the benefits of mindfulness and meditation before Diarmuid leads listeners in a simple exercise that will refresh your spirit.

Resources

Visit CHA’s ReNew Year page to explore a new foundational approach to Well-being in Catholic Health Care.

Utilize meditative resources from CHA such as our "Be Still" and "Peace in Anxiety" videos.

Health Calls is available on the following podcast streaming platforms:

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Learn more about The Catholic Health Association of the United States at www.chausa.org.

]]> Tue, 24 Jan 2023 20:54:57 +0000 nosterholt@chausa.org (Catholic Health Association) https://catholic-health-usa-podcast.simplecast.com/episodes/a-fresh-approach-to-well-being-in-health-care-J4DY54ad Maintaining our own well-being can be a challenge in a world where we’re constantly bombarded with new ideas, challenges, and tasks. When everything feels so urgent, how do we re-orient our minds and take the time to slow down?

In a Health Calls special, Diarmuid Rooney, CHA’s Interim Vice President of Sponsorship and Mission Services, and Jill Fisk, CHA’s Director of Mission Services, host an intentional, meditative conversation on well-being and its roots in Catholic health ministry. They discuss the Christian history of meditative practice as well as the benefits of mindfulness and meditation before Diarmuid leads listeners in a simple exercise that will refresh your spirit.

Resources

Visit CHA’s ReNew Year page to explore a new foundational approach to Well-being in Catholic Health Care.

Utilize meditative resources from CHA such as our "Be Still" and "Peace in Anxiety" videos.

Health Calls is available on the following podcast streaming platforms:

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Learn more about The Catholic Health Association of the United States at www.chausa.org.

]]> A Fresh Approach to Well-being in Health Care Catholic Health Association 00:26:28 Maintaining our own well-being can be a challenge in a world where we’re constantly bombarded with new ideas, challenges, and tasks. When everything feels so urgent, how do we re-orient our minds and take the time to slow down? In a Health Calls special, Diarmuid Rooney, CHA’s Interim Vice President of Sponsorship and Mission Services, and Jill Fisk, CHA’s Director of Mission Services, host an intentional, meditative conversation on well-being and its roots in Catholic health ministry. They discuss the Christian history of meditative practice as well as the benefits of mindfulness and meditation before Diarmuid leads listeners in a simple exercise that will refresh your spirit. Resources Visit CHA’s ReNew Year page to explore a new foundational approach to Well-being in Catholic Health Care. Utilize meditative resources from CHA such as our “Be Still” and “Peace in Anxiety” videos. Maintaining our own well-being can be a challenge in a world where we’re constantly bombarded with new ideas, challenges, and tasks. When everything feels so urgent, how do we re-orient our minds and take the time to slow down? In a Health Calls special, Diarmuid Rooney, CHA’s Interim Vice President of Sponsorship and Mission Services, and Jill Fisk, CHA’s Director of Mission Services, host an intentional, meditative conversation on well-being and its roots in Catholic health ministry. They discuss the Christian history of meditative practice as well as the benefits of mindfulness and meditation before Diarmuid leads listeners in a simple exercise that will refresh your spirit. Resources Visit CHA’s ReNew Year page to explore a new foundational approach to Well-being in Catholic Health Care. Utilize meditative resources from CHA such as our “Be Still” and “Peace in Anxiety” videos. false full 15 3 7966c224-d730-4609-af2a-8d0b0fa7c50e A Vision for Catholic Health Care In 2022, the Catholic Health Association’s Board of Directors called for a new vision statement for the organization and Catholic health care as a whole, a significant step in the organization’s 108-year history.

Sr. Mary Haddad, President and CEO of CHA, and Laura Kaiser, FACHE, President and CEO of SSM Health and Chairperson of the CHA Board, join the show to discuss the motivation behind the visioning process, how they foresee alignment with CHA’s core values and mission and how the new vision statement could be used by CHA and its members in the future.

Health Calls is available on the following podcast streaming platforms:

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]]> Fri, 13 Jan 2023 14:00:00 +0000 nosterholt@chausa.org (Catholic Health Association) https://catholic-health-usa-podcast.simplecast.com/episodes/a-vision-for-catholic-health-care-KJLYYCWB In 2022, the Catholic Health Association’s Board of Directors called for a new vision statement for the organization and Catholic health care as a whole, a significant step in the organization’s 108-year history.

Sr. Mary Haddad, President and CEO of CHA, and Laura Kaiser, FACHE, President and CEO of SSM Health and Chairperson of the CHA Board, join the show to discuss the motivation behind the visioning process, how they foresee alignment with CHA’s core values and mission and how the new vision statement could be used by CHA and its members in the future.

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]]> A Vision for Catholic Health Care Catholic Health Association 00:19:35 In 2022, the Catholic Health Association’s Board of Directors called for a new vision statement for the organization and Catholic health care as a whole, a significant step in the organization’s 108-year history. In 2022, the Catholic Health Association’s Board of Directors called for a new vision statement for the organization and Catholic health care as a whole, a significant step in the organization’s 108-year history. false full 14 3 c3706c16-6090-463a-b6cb-3b0d825dccf9 The Ministry Identity Assessment for Catholic Health Care As 2023 begins, organizations around the world are taking stock of what drives them: their mission, vision and values. In Catholic Health Care, a commitment to the ministry is paramount and should be part of such evaluations.

Dennis Gonzales, Ph.D., CHA's Sr. Director of Mission Innovation and Integration, and Paul Wojda, Ph.D., Associate Professor of Theology at the University of St. Thomas, join the show to discuss CHA's re-imagined Ministry Identity Assessment. They describe the importance of the assessment in continuing Jesus' healing ministry as well as changes that have been made to help health systems self-assess in a digital age.

 

Health Calls is available on the following podcast streaming platforms:

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]]> Tue, 3 Jan 2023 20:18:30 +0000 nosterholt@chausa.org (Catholic Health Association) https://catholic-health-usa-podcast.simplecast.com/episodes/the-ministry-identity-assessment-for-catholic-health-care-J9NyCmaY As 2023 begins, organizations around the world are taking stock of what drives them: their mission, vision and values. In Catholic Health Care, a commitment to the ministry is paramount and should be part of such evaluations.

Dennis Gonzales, Ph.D., CHA's Sr. Director of Mission Innovation and Integration, and Paul Wojda, Ph.D., Associate Professor of Theology at the University of St. Thomas, join the show to discuss CHA's re-imagined Ministry Identity Assessment. They describe the importance of the assessment in continuing Jesus' healing ministry as well as changes that have been made to help health systems self-assess in a digital age.

 

Health Calls is available on the following podcast streaming platforms:

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Learn more about The Catholic Health Association of the United States at www.chausa.org.

]]> The Ministry Identity Assessment for Catholic Health Care Catholic Health Association 00:19:36 false full 13 3 b891c99d-310c-4371-9b9c-f6a6545aa285 Community Health and Revillagizing Neighborhoods Restoring the health of an entire community can feel like an impossible task. But what if the answer is in first “revillagizing” the neighborhoods of that community?

Editor of Health Progress Betsy Taylor joins the show to discuss a recent article authored by Nadine Nadal, Director of Community Health Development at CHRISTUS Health. Nadal and Mack McCarter, Founder and Coordinator of Community Renewal International, also join the conversation to discuss the community mentioned in Nadal’s article as well as best practices for restoring and collaborating with communities which have long been the recipients of inequitable care.

Resources

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]]> Tue, 20 Dec 2022 04:00:00 +0000 nosterholt@chausa.org (Catholic Health Association) https://catholic-health-usa-podcast.simplecast.com/episodes/community-health-and-revillagizing-neighborhoods-vHhw6sKK Restoring the health of an entire community can feel like an impossible task. But what if the answer is in first “revillagizing” the neighborhoods of that community?

Editor of Health Progress Betsy Taylor joins the show to discuss a recent article authored by Nadine Nadal, Director of Community Health Development at CHRISTUS Health. Nadal and Mack McCarter, Founder and Coordinator of Community Renewal International, also join the conversation to discuss the community mentioned in Nadal’s article as well as best practices for restoring and collaborating with communities which have long been the recipients of inequitable care.

Resources

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]]> Community Health and Revillagizing Neighborhoods Catholic Health Association 00:18:34 Editor of Health Progress Betsy Taylor joins the show to discuss a recent article authored by Nadine Nadal, Director of Community Health Development at CHRISTUS Health. Nadal and Mack McCarter, Founder and Coordinator of Community Renewal International, also join the conversation to discuss the community mentioned in Nadal’s article as well as best practices for restoring and collaborating with communities which have long been the recipients of inequitable care. Editor of Health Progress Betsy Taylor joins the show to discuss a recent article authored by Nadine Nadal, Director of Community Health Development at CHRISTUS Health. Nadal and Mack McCarter, Founder and Coordinator of Community Renewal International, also join the conversation to discuss the community mentioned in Nadal’s article as well as best practices for restoring and collaborating with communities which have long been the recipients of inequitable care. false full 12 3 6b0e77dc-bc39-46cc-af0b-e0d2eaffbb61 Leadership Equity and Community Health Equity in the work force is a goal many institutions strive to accomplish, but is it possible without also addressing equity at the decision-making level? How does prioritizing board-level equity change the trajectory of an organization?

Julie Trocchio, CHA’s Senior Director of Community Benefit and Continuing Care, and Dora Barilla, Director and Co-Founder of HC2 Strategies, join the show to discuss the following: Barilla’s work with the University of Providence, including the Community Health Investment Certificate program; prioritizing equity at the same level as patient safety; and how community health is impacted by diverse workforces.

Resources

“Boards Must Address Equity Competencies” (American Hospital Association)

The Community Health Investment Certificate Program (University of Providence)

CHA’s Community Benefit Website

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Learn more about The Catholic Health Association of the United States at www.chausa.org.

]]> Tue, 6 Dec 2022 04:00:00 +0000 nosterholt@chausa.org (Catholic Health Association) https://catholic-health-usa-podcast.simplecast.com/episodes/leadership-equity-and-community-health-2PP8JfnI Equity in the work force is a goal many institutions strive to accomplish, but is it possible without also addressing equity at the decision-making level? How does prioritizing board-level equity change the trajectory of an organization?

Julie Trocchio, CHA’s Senior Director of Community Benefit and Continuing Care, and Dora Barilla, Director and Co-Founder of HC2 Strategies, join the show to discuss the following: Barilla’s work with the University of Providence, including the Community Health Investment Certificate program; prioritizing equity at the same level as patient safety; and how community health is impacted by diverse workforces.

Resources

“Boards Must Address Equity Competencies” (American Hospital Association)

The Community Health Investment Certificate Program (University of Providence)

CHA’s Community Benefit Website

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Learn more about The Catholic Health Association of the United States at www.chausa.org.

]]> Leadership Equity and Community Health Catholic Health Association 00:22:59 Equity in the work force is a goal many institutions strive to accomplish, but is it possible without also addressing equity at the decision-making level? How does prioritizing board-level equity change the trajectory of an organization? Equity in the work force is a goal many institutions strive to accomplish, but is it possible without also addressing equity at the decision-making level? How does prioritizing board-level equity change the trajectory of an organization? false full 11 3 393ca25e-0933-428c-b4d7-7d14c2d9a52d Advocating for Just Wages in Health Care The COVID-19 pandemic cast a spotlight on labor practices in the United States, leading to a “great reckoning” in 2022. How does Catholic health care fit into the larger conversation about labor?

Editor of Health Progress Betsy Taylor joins the show to discuss a recent article co-authored by Daniel Graff, director of the Higgins Labor Program at the University of Notre Dame, and Kelli Reagan, a consultant at the Francesco Collaborative. Graff and Reagan also join the conversation to discuss their work in the labor sector and how Catholic health care can serve as a trendsetter when it comes to just labor practices.

Resource
Health Progress article: Just Wages for the Workforce: Why Health Care Should Lead the Way

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]]> Tue, 22 Nov 2022 04:00:00 +0000 nosterholt@chausa.org (Catholic Health Association) https://catholic-health-usa-podcast.simplecast.com/episodes/advocating-for-just-wages-in-health-care-FtTCzCxc The COVID-19 pandemic cast a spotlight on labor practices in the United States, leading to a “great reckoning” in 2022. How does Catholic health care fit into the larger conversation about labor?

Editor of Health Progress Betsy Taylor joins the show to discuss a recent article co-authored by Daniel Graff, director of the Higgins Labor Program at the University of Notre Dame, and Kelli Reagan, a consultant at the Francesco Collaborative. Graff and Reagan also join the conversation to discuss their work in the labor sector and how Catholic health care can serve as a trendsetter when it comes to just labor practices.

Resource
Health Progress article: Just Wages for the Workforce: Why Health Care Should Lead the Way

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]]> Advocating for Just Wages in Health Care Catholic Health Association 00:23:20 Editor of Health Progress Betsy Taylor joins the show to discuss a recent article co-authored by Daniel Graff, director of the Higgins Labor Program at the University of Notre Dame, and Kelli Reagan, a consultant at the Francesco Collaborative. Graff and Reagan also join the conversation to discuss their work in the labor sector and how Catholic health care can serve as a trendsetter when it comes to just labor practices. Editor of Health Progress Betsy Taylor joins the show to discuss a recent article co-authored by Daniel Graff, director of the Higgins Labor Program at the University of Notre Dame, and Kelli Reagan, a consultant at the Francesco Collaborative. Graff and Reagan also join the conversation to discuss their work in the labor sector and how Catholic health care can serve as a trendsetter when it comes to just labor practices. false full 10 3 4c6db83b-00ca-4399-8362-58733b5d44ae Prioritizing Environmental Stewardship in Health Care In times of financial hardship, it can be challenging to prioritize investments in projects make sweeping commitments to that address matters such as the climate crisis. But with health impacts related to environmental degradation becoming an increasing part of our daily lives, such investments have never been more important. 

Indu Spugnardi, CHA Director of Advocacy and Resource Development, and Gary Cohen, President of Health Care Without Harm, join the podcast to discuss the urgent need to prioritize environmental stewardship in health care work. They address financial incentives to advance environmental sustainability, areas where systems can make the most impactful changes, and the Laudato Si' Action Platform, a Vatican-led initiative to inspire radical change in the fight against climate change.

 

Resources

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]]> Tue, 8 Nov 2022 04:00:00 +0000 nosterholt@chausa.org (Catholic Health Association) https://catholic-health-usa-podcast.simplecast.com/episodes/prioritizing-environmental-stewardship-in-health-care-PPaDDDwz In times of financial hardship, it can be challenging to prioritize investments in projects make sweeping commitments to that address matters such as the climate crisis. But with health impacts related to environmental degradation becoming an increasing part of our daily lives, such investments have never been more important. 

Indu Spugnardi, CHA Director of Advocacy and Resource Development, and Gary Cohen, President of Health Care Without Harm, join the podcast to discuss the urgent need to prioritize environmental stewardship in health care work. They address financial incentives to advance environmental sustainability, areas where systems can make the most impactful changes, and the Laudato Si' Action Platform, a Vatican-led initiative to inspire radical change in the fight against climate change.

 

Resources

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]]> Prioritizing Environmental Stewardship in Health Care Catholic Health Association 00:20:48 Indu Spugnardi, CHA Director of Advocacy and Resource Development, and Gary Cohen, President of Health Care Without Harm, join the podcast to discuss the urgent need to prioritize environmental stewardship in health care work. They address financial incentives to advance environmental sustainability, areas where systems can make the most impactful changes, and the Laudato Si' Action Platform, a Vatican-led initiative to inspire radical change in the fight against climate change. Indu Spugnardi, CHA Director of Advocacy and Resource Development, and Gary Cohen, President of Health Care Without Harm, join the podcast to discuss the urgent need to prioritize environmental stewardship in health care work. They address financial incentives to advance environmental sustainability, areas where systems can make the most impactful changes, and the Laudato Si' Action Platform, a Vatican-led initiative to inspire radical change in the fight against climate change. false full 9 3 2fc71293-227e-4b56-ab24-266c2e2b9b1a Writing Your System’s Racial Autobiography One of the first steps of engaging in meaningful Diversity, Equity and Inclusion work involves examining our own history of racial inequity. How have our organizations contributed to structural racism, and how can we work to be more accountable for the past?

Professors M. Therese Lysaught and Sheri Bartlett Browne join Brian Reardon and CHA’s Editor of Health Progress Betsy Taylor to discuss their Spring 2022 article entitled, “Writing Your System’s Racial Autobiography.” Lysaught and Browne give insight into how their work together started and how they’ve seen health systems respond to doing the hard work of visiting the past.

 

Resources

“Writing Your System’s Racial Autobiography” article from the Spring 2022 edition of Health Progress

We Are Called website

CHA’s Diversity and Disparities web page

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]]> Tue, 25 Oct 2022 03:00:00 +0000 nosterholt@chausa.org (Catholic Health Association) https://catholic-health-usa-podcast.simplecast.com/episodes/writing-your-systems-racial-autobiography-4MMWRUAv One of the first steps of engaging in meaningful Diversity, Equity and Inclusion work involves examining our own history of racial inequity. How have our organizations contributed to structural racism, and how can we work to be more accountable for the past?

Professors M. Therese Lysaught and Sheri Bartlett Browne join Brian Reardon and CHA’s Editor of Health Progress Betsy Taylor to discuss their Spring 2022 article entitled, “Writing Your System’s Racial Autobiography.” Lysaught and Browne give insight into how their work together started and how they’ve seen health systems respond to doing the hard work of visiting the past.

 

Resources

“Writing Your System’s Racial Autobiography” article from the Spring 2022 edition of Health Progress

We Are Called website

CHA’s Diversity and Disparities web page

Health Calls is available on the following podcast streaming platforms:

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Learn more about The Catholic Health Association of the United States at www.chausa.org.

]]> Writing Your System’s Racial Autobiography Catholic Health Association 00:21:41 One of the first steps of engaging in meaningful Diversity, Equity and Inclusion work involves examining our own history of racial inequity. How have our organizations contributed to structural racism, and how can we work to be more accountable for the past? Professors M. Therese Lysaught and Sheri Bartlett Browne join Brian Reardon and CHA’s Editor of Health Progress Betsy Taylor to discuss their Spring 2022 article entitled, “Writing Your System’s Racial Autobiography.” Lysaught and Browne give insight into how their work together started and how they’ve seen health systems respond to doing the hard work of visiting the past. One of the first steps of engaging in meaningful Diversity, Equity and Inclusion work involves examining our own history of racial inequity. How have our organizations contributed to structural racism, and how can we work to be more accountable for the past? Professors M. Therese Lysaught and Sheri Bartlett Browne join Brian Reardon and CHA’s Editor of Health Progress Betsy Taylor to discuss their Spring 2022 article entitled, “Writing Your System’s Racial Autobiography.” Lysaught and Browne give insight into how their work together started and how they’ve seen health systems respond to doing the hard work of visiting the past. false full 8 3 ccac18ca-3db4-44c1-86b9-5f8e00ed5ab4 Inspired by the Saints Communion with the saints is a specific theological doctrine that can feel strange to non-Catholics working in Catholic health care. But is there more to this doctrine than simply praying to spiritual heroes? Can we view the saints as people from whom we can look to for inspiration and reflection?

CHA’s Mission Project Coordinator Karla Keppel and Fr. John Fontana, OSM, discuss communion with the saints as a way of drawing inspiration from imperfect people who have gone before us, highlighting the life of St. Peregrine Laziosi as one specific example. They also discuss “Inspired By the Saints: Contemplations for the Catholic Health Ministry,” a new series of reflections offered by CHA.

Producer’s Note: Artist Lydia Wood is a Nurse Case Manager rather than a Nurse Manager, as described in the episode.

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]]> Tue, 11 Oct 2022 03:00:00 +0000 nosterholt@chausa.org (Catholic Health Association) https://catholic-health-usa-podcast.simplecast.com/episodes/inspired-by-the-saints-HBOyE_ao Communion with the saints is a specific theological doctrine that can feel strange to non-Catholics working in Catholic health care. But is there more to this doctrine than simply praying to spiritual heroes? Can we view the saints as people from whom we can look to for inspiration and reflection?

CHA’s Mission Project Coordinator Karla Keppel and Fr. John Fontana, OSM, discuss communion with the saints as a way of drawing inspiration from imperfect people who have gone before us, highlighting the life of St. Peregrine Laziosi as one specific example. They also discuss “Inspired By the Saints: Contemplations for the Catholic Health Ministry,” a new series of reflections offered by CHA.

Producer’s Note: Artist Lydia Wood is a Nurse Case Manager rather than a Nurse Manager, as described in the episode.

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]]> Inspired by the Saints Catholic Health Association 00:21:08 Communion with the saints is a specific theological doctrine that can feel strange to non-Catholics working in Catholic health care. But is there more to this doctrine than simply praying to spiritual heroes? Can we view the saints as people from whom we can look to for inspiration and reflection? Communion with the saints is a specific theological doctrine that can feel strange to non-Catholics working in Catholic health care. But is there more to this doctrine than simply praying to spiritual heroes? Can we view the saints as people from whom we can look to for inspiration and reflection? false full 7 3 2ba3ff12-7962-4eb5-b37a-164e82f2da5e Health Care Ethics and Artificial Intelligence Artificial Intelligence is changing the world with every passing day, especially in the health care industry. But are we correct to trust that machine learning can effectively do the work needed and will A.I. prevent harm or perpetuate it?

CHA Senior Director of Public Policy Kathy Curran and Michael Miller, System Vice President of Mission and Ethics at SSM Health, discuss ethical concerns that arise from AI use, including complex power dynamics, data privacy and how computers can contribute to systemic racism and inequity.

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]]> Tue, 27 Sep 2022 03:00:00 +0000 nosterholt@chausa.org (Catholic Health Association) https://catholic-health-usa-podcast.simplecast.com/episodes/health-care-ethics-and-artificial-intelligence-p6rXjaSf Artificial Intelligence is changing the world with every passing day, especially in the health care industry. But are we correct to trust that machine learning can effectively do the work needed and will A.I. prevent harm or perpetuate it?

CHA Senior Director of Public Policy Kathy Curran and Michael Miller, System Vice President of Mission and Ethics at SSM Health, discuss ethical concerns that arise from AI use, including complex power dynamics, data privacy and how computers can contribute to systemic racism and inequity.

Health Calls is available on the following podcast streaming platforms:

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]]> Health Care Ethics and Artificial Intelligence Catholic Health Association 00:22:21 CHA Senior Director of Public Policy Kathy Curran and Michael Miller, System Vice President of Mission and Ethics at SSM Health, discuss ethical concerns that arise from A.I. use, including complex power dynamics, data privacy and how machine learning can contribute to systemic racism and inequity. CHA Senior Director of Public Policy Kathy Curran and Michael Miller, System Vice President of Mission and Ethics at SSM Health, discuss ethical concerns that arise from A.I. use, including complex power dynamics, data privacy and how machine learning can contribute to systemic racism and inequity. false full 6 3 85f191d4-7928-4b27-bd5e-e3c4302855c9 Medicaid Priorities in 2022: Extending Postpartum Care and Closing the Gap For more than 4 out of 10 new moms in the United States, postpartum care is covered by Medicaid. But when coverage ends after 60 days, these mothers are left vulnerable to some of the most dangerous complications of childbirth.

CHA Director of Government Relations Paulo Pontemayor and Kinda Serafi, J.D., Partner at Manatt, Phelps & Phillips, LLP, discuss tax-payer benefits to closing the gap, advocating for expansion and the impact communities would see if postpartum coverage was permanently extended.

 

Resources

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]]> Tue, 13 Sep 2022 03:05:00 +0000 nosterholt@chausa.org (Catholic Health Association) https://catholic-health-usa-podcast.simplecast.com/episodes/medicaid-priorities-in-2022-extending-postpartum-care-and-closing-the-gap-Dplcy__S For more than 4 out of 10 new moms in the United States, postpartum care is covered by Medicaid. But when coverage ends after 60 days, these mothers are left vulnerable to some of the most dangerous complications of childbirth.

CHA Director of Government Relations Paulo Pontemayor and Kinda Serafi, J.D., Partner at Manatt, Phelps & Phillips, LLP, discuss tax-payer benefits to closing the gap, advocating for expansion and the impact communities would see if postpartum coverage was permanently extended.

 

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]]> Medicaid Priorities in 2022: Extending Postpartum Care and Closing the Gap Catholic Health Association 00:20:00 For more than 4 out of 10 new moms in the United States, postpartum care is covered by Medicaid. But when coverage ends after 60 days, these mothers are left vulnerable to some of the most dangerous complications of childbirth. CHA Director of Government Relations Paulo Pontemayor and Kinda Serafi, J.D., Partner at Manatt, Phelps & Phillips, LLP, discuss tax-payer benefits to closing the gap, advocating for expansion and the impact communities would see if postpartum coverage was permanently extended. For more than 4 out of 10 new moms in the United States, postpartum care is covered by Medicaid. But when coverage ends after 60 days, these mothers are left vulnerable to some of the most dangerous complications of childbirth. CHA Director of Government Relations Paulo Pontemayor and Kinda Serafi, J.D., Partner at Manatt, Phelps & Phillips, LLP, discuss tax-payer benefits to closing the gap, advocating for expansion and the impact communities would see if postpartum coverage was permanently extended. false full 5 3 e2981a71-6c80-4134-861c-3b105c4f18a9 Medicaid Priorities in 2022: Medicaid Redetermination Medicaid is an integral part of our health care system, covering millions of men, women and children who would otherwise be uninsured. Yet millions of these people may soon be in danger of losing their coverage.

CHA Director of Government Relations Paulo Pontemayor and Corey Surber, St. Alphonsus’ Director of State Advocacy, relay why Medicaid coverage is essential to Catholic values, define “Medicaid Redetermination,” and explain how systems can advocate for their patients so that they don’t lose coverage.

 

Resources

CHA’s “Medcaid Makes it Possible” Webpage

CHA Webinar on Medcaid Redetermination (recorded in May 2022)

Official Medicaid and CHIP Renewal Page

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]]> Tue, 13 Sep 2022 03:00:00 +0000 nosterholt@chausa.org (Catholic Health Association) https://catholic-health-usa-podcast.simplecast.com/episodes/medicaid-priorities-in-2022-medicaid-redetermination-bpb0tY9X Medicaid is an integral part of our health care system, covering millions of men, women and children who would otherwise be uninsured. Yet millions of these people may soon be in danger of losing their coverage.

CHA Director of Government Relations Paulo Pontemayor and Corey Surber, St. Alphonsus’ Director of State Advocacy, relay why Medicaid coverage is essential to Catholic values, define “Medicaid Redetermination,” and explain how systems can advocate for their patients so that they don’t lose coverage.

 

Resources

CHA’s “Medcaid Makes it Possible” Webpage

CHA Webinar on Medcaid Redetermination (recorded in May 2022)

Official Medicaid and CHIP Renewal Page

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]]> Medicaid Priorities in 2022: Medicaid Redetermination Catholic Health Association 00:21:52 CHA Director of Government Relations Paulo Pontemayor and Corey Surber, St. Alphonsus’ Director of State Advocacy, relay why Medicaid coverage is essential to Catholic values, define “Medicaid Redetermination,” and explain how systems can advocate for their patients so that they don’t lose coverage. CHA Director of Government Relations Paulo Pontemayor and Corey Surber, St. Alphonsus’ Director of State Advocacy, relay why Medicaid coverage is essential to Catholic values, define “Medicaid Redetermination,” and explain how systems can advocate for their patients so that they don’t lose coverage. false full 4 3 6630d40b-fea4-45de-8e7f-0e261ad9a0a7 Catholic Response for Ukraine Pt. 2 Following their conversation with Msgr. Robert Vitillo of the International Catholic Migration Commission, Brian and CHA’s Sr. Director of Global Health Bruce Compton continue their conversation about the ongoing conflict in Ukraine.

Christian Kostko, a consultant with the Catholic Response for Ukraine, joins the program from Ukraine and updates us on the morale of the Ukrainian people. Kostko also highlights some of the biggest needs facing war-torn communities and the importance of working with well-connected international partners when looking to donate material goods.

 

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]]> Tue, 30 Aug 2022 00:05:00 +0000 nosterholt@chausa.org (Catholic Health Association) https://catholic-health-usa-podcast.simplecast.com/episodes/catholic-response-for-ukraine-pt-2-9PLNrhdD Following their conversation with Msgr. Robert Vitillo of the International Catholic Migration Commission, Brian and CHA’s Sr. Director of Global Health Bruce Compton continue their conversation about the ongoing conflict in Ukraine.

Christian Kostko, a consultant with the Catholic Response for Ukraine, joins the program from Ukraine and updates us on the morale of the Ukrainian people. Kostko also highlights some of the biggest needs facing war-torn communities and the importance of working with well-connected international partners when looking to donate material goods.

 

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]]> Catholic Response for Ukraine Pt. 2 Catholic Health Association 00:17:52 Following their conversation with Msgr. Robert Vitillo of the International Catholic Migration Commission, Brian and CHA’s Sr. Director of Global Health Bruce Compton continue their conversation about the ongoing conflict in Ukraine. Following their conversation with Msgr. Robert Vitillo of the International Catholic Migration Commission, Brian and CHA’s Sr. Director of Global Health Bruce Compton continue their conversation about the ongoing conflict in Ukraine. false full 3 3 11110c03-deb7-40b5-b06c-78bb8d702a01 Catholic Response for Ukraine Pt. 1 We’re now six months into Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, and while the military operations continue in full force, it feels as if global interest may be waning. What’s happening in Ukraine at the end of summer 2022, and what is the global church doing in response?

In the first conversation of a two-part episode, CHA’s Sr. Director of Global Health Bruce Compton and Msgr. Robert Vitillo, Secretary General of the International Catholic Migration Commission, talk about the Catholic Migration Commission’s role in the conflict, unique challenges facing Ukrainian migrants and how interfaith communities are rallying together to address the humanitarian issues at hand.

 

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]]> Tue, 30 Aug 2022 00:00:00 +0000 nosterholt@chausa.org (Catholic Health Association) https://catholic-health-usa-podcast.simplecast.com/episodes/catholic-response-for-ukraine-pt-1-2XlKO_k_ We’re now six months into Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, and while the military operations continue in full force, it feels as if global interest may be waning. What’s happening in Ukraine at the end of summer 2022, and what is the global church doing in response?

In the first conversation of a two-part episode, CHA’s Sr. Director of Global Health Bruce Compton and Msgr. Robert Vitillo, Secretary General of the International Catholic Migration Commission, talk about the Catholic Migration Commission’s role in the conflict, unique challenges facing Ukrainian migrants and how interfaith communities are rallying together to address the humanitarian issues at hand.

 

Resources

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]]> Catholic Response for Ukraine Pt. 1 Catholic Health Association 00:20:55 In the first conversation of a two-part episode, CHA’s Sr. Director of Global Health Bruce Compton and Msgr. Robert Vitillo, Secretary General of the International Catholic Migration Commission, talk about the Catholic Migration Commission’s role in the conflict, unique challenges facing Ukrainian migrants and how interfaith communities are rallying together to address the humanitarian issues at hand. In the first conversation of a two-part episode, CHA’s Sr. Director of Global Health Bruce Compton and Msgr. Robert Vitillo, Secretary General of the International Catholic Migration Commission, talk about the Catholic Migration Commission’s role in the conflict, unique challenges facing Ukrainian migrants and how interfaith communities are rallying together to address the humanitarian issues at hand. false full 2 3 ac174b16-c222-474e-a53b-6f07fa3f8849 The Future of Formation Formation has been called the heartbeat of Catholic health care and is vital to the success of the ministry’s future. In a world where in-person access becomes increasingly complicated, how can systems best provide formation for their associates?

In the inaugural episode of Health Calls Diarmuid Rooney, CHA’s Sr. Director of Ministry Formation, and Mary Anne Sladich-Lantz, Senior Vice President of Ministry Leadership Formation for Providence St. Joseph, discuss the hunger for formation in Catholic health care, the importance of making sure there are formators for the next generation and ways that formation leaders can adapt to a more virtual world.

 Resources

CHA’s Ministry Formation Resources Page

Health Progress article, "Providence Cultivates Leaders for Formation Throughout Organization: Building on Legacy So Mission Can Flourish"

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]]> Mon, 22 Aug 2022 15:29:04 +0000 nosterholt@chausa.org (Catholic Health Association) https://catholic-health-usa-podcast.simplecast.com/episodes/the-future-of-formation-MGt7Zxk_ Formation has been called the heartbeat of Catholic health care and is vital to the success of the ministry’s future. In a world where in-person access becomes increasingly complicated, how can systems best provide formation for their associates?

In the inaugural episode of Health Calls Diarmuid Rooney, CHA’s Sr. Director of Ministry Formation, and Mary Anne Sladich-Lantz, Senior Vice President of Ministry Leadership Formation for Providence St. Joseph, discuss the hunger for formation in Catholic health care, the importance of making sure there are formators for the next generation and ways that formation leaders can adapt to a more virtual world.

 Resources

CHA’s Ministry Formation Resources Page

Health Progress article, "Providence Cultivates Leaders for Formation Throughout Organization: Building on Legacy So Mission Can Flourish"

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]]> The Future of Formation Catholic Health Association 00:21:06 In the inaugural episode of Health Calls Diarmuid Rooney, CHA’s Sr. Director of Ministry Formation, and Mary Anne Sladich-Lantz, Senior Vice President of Ministry Leadership Formation for Providence St. Joseph, discuss the hunger for formation in Catholic health care, the importance of making sure there are formators for the next generation and ways that formation leaders can adapt to a more virtual world. In the inaugural episode of Health Calls Diarmuid Rooney, CHA’s Sr. Director of Ministry Formation, and Mary Anne Sladich-Lantz, Senior Vice President of Ministry Leadership Formation for Providence St. Joseph, discuss the hunger for formation in Catholic health care, the importance of making sure there are formators for the next generation and ways that formation leaders can adapt to a more virtual world. false full 1 3 0999a1e7-c46c-49a6-ba41-714d35841a5e Telehealth at Home Virtual care is here to stay.  But what exactly is it?  In this episode, Sandy Dieleman, CEO of Avera@Home and Dr. Carter Fenton, medical director of Mercy’s vAcute, discuss how the pandemic helped hardwire telehealth as a viable and important element in delivering health care into the homes of patients and the important role it plays in helping care for those suffering from chronic conditions.  

 

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]]> Fri, 18 Mar 2022 17:41:40 +0000 nosterholt@chausa.org (Catholic Health Association) https://catholic-health-usa-podcast.simplecast.com/episodes/telehealth-at-home-wk4k_wSI Virtual care is here to stay.  But what exactly is it?  In this episode, Sandy Dieleman, CEO of Avera@Home and Dr. Carter Fenton, medical director of Mercy’s vAcute, discuss how the pandemic helped hardwire telehealth as a viable and important element in delivering health care into the homes of patients and the important role it plays in helping care for those suffering from chronic conditions.  

 

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]]> Telehealth at Home Catholic Health Association 00:30:28 Virtual care is here to stay. But what exactly is it? In this episode, Sandy Dieleman, CEO of Avera@Home and Dr. Carter Fenton, medical director of Mercy’s vAcute, discuss how the pandemic helped hardwire telehealth as a viable and important element in delivering health care into the homes of patients and the important role it plays in helping care for those suffering from chronic conditions. Virtual care is here to stay. But what exactly is it? In this episode, Sandy Dieleman, CEO of Avera@Home and Dr. Carter Fenton, medical director of Mercy’s vAcute, discuss how the pandemic helped hardwire telehealth as a viable and important element in delivering health care into the homes of patients and the important role it plays in helping care for those suffering from chronic conditions. false full 40 2 6e77c44e-5940-4704-9e47-a0713698ed63 The Future of Global Health The importance of a strong global health network has become abundantly clear during COVID-19.  As Catholic health care in the United States continues to support global health initiatives during pandemics, wars and natural disasters, how relief efforts are organized and implemented requires intentional planning and coordination.  Mary Beth Powers, President and CEO of CMMB joins Bruce Compton, CHA’s senior director, Global Health, to discuss how U.S. Catholic health care can help advance the delivery of health care internationally.  

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]]> Fri, 11 Mar 2022 17:22:55 +0000 nosterholt@chausa.org (Catholic Health Association) https://catholic-health-usa-podcast.simplecast.com/episodes/the-future-of-global-health-c0JWraXW The importance of a strong global health network has become abundantly clear during COVID-19.  As Catholic health care in the United States continues to support global health initiatives during pandemics, wars and natural disasters, how relief efforts are organized and implemented requires intentional planning and coordination.  Mary Beth Powers, President and CEO of CMMB joins Bruce Compton, CHA’s senior director, Global Health, to discuss how U.S. Catholic health care can help advance the delivery of health care internationally.  

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]]> The Future of Global Health Catholic Health Association 00:31:27 The importance of a strong global health network has become abundantly clear during COVID-19. As Catholic health care in the United States continues to support global health initiatives during pandemics, wars and natural disasters, how relief efforts are organized and implemented requires intentional planning and coordination. Mary Beth Powers, President and CEO of CMMB joins Bruce Compton, CHA’s senior director, Global Health, to discuss how U.S. Catholic health care can help advance the delivery of health care internationally. The importance of a strong global health network has become abundantly clear during COVID-19. As Catholic health care in the United States continues to support global health initiatives during pandemics, wars and natural disasters, how relief efforts are organized and implemented requires intentional planning and coordination. Mary Beth Powers, President and CEO of CMMB joins Bruce Compton, CHA’s senior director, Global Health, to discuss how U.S. Catholic health care can help advance the delivery of health care internationally. false full 39 2 7174117b-eef8-41ed-b320-649fbe2fa674 Long-Term Care Workforce Shortages » Addressing the Shortage of Workers in Long-Term Car (HP Article)

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]]> Tue, 4 Jan 2022 17:46:50 +0000 nosterholt@chausa.org (Catholic Health Association) https://catholic-health-usa-podcast.simplecast.com/episodes/addressing-the-shortage-of-workers-in-long-term-care-hp-article-uZYbGK0Q » Addressing the Shortage of Workers in Long-Term Car (HP Article)

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]]> Long-Term Care Workforce Shortages Catholic Health Association 00:33:55 COVID-19 has created major challenges for the long-term care workforce in the U.S. But even before the pandemic, there were issues around retaining and recruiting these essential caregivers. Two experts from Leading Age, which represents more than 5,000 nonprofit aging services providers, provide their insights on this critically important topic. COVID-19 has created major challenges for the long-term care workforce in the U.S. But even before the pandemic, there were issues around retaining and recruiting these essential caregivers. Two experts from Leading Age, which represents more than 5,000 nonprofit aging services providers, provide their insights on this critically important topic. false full 38 2 3c520c32-8c35-4d25-8e81-672116a82015 Understanding Palliative Care For many, including some health care professionals, palliative care is often equated with hospice care despite differences in how they apply to patients.  In this episode Dr. Glen Komatsu, regional chief medical officer of Hospice & Palliative Care for Providence St. Joseph Health, Southern California, and Denise Hess, CHA’s director of Supportive Care, explain the benefits of palliative care and discuss how patients and their loved ones can talk to their physicians and caregivers about receiving care that’s designed to support the treatment of symptoms and side effects of serious disease and improve overall quality of life.  

CHA Palliative Care resource page

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]]> Tue, 16 Nov 2021 14:09:27 +0000 nosterholt@chausa.org (Catholic Health Association) https://catholic-health-usa-podcast.simplecast.com/episodes/understanding-palliative-care-sC2Mi7p9 For many, including some health care professionals, palliative care is often equated with hospice care despite differences in how they apply to patients.  In this episode Dr. Glen Komatsu, regional chief medical officer of Hospice & Palliative Care for Providence St. Joseph Health, Southern California, and Denise Hess, CHA’s director of Supportive Care, explain the benefits of palliative care and discuss how patients and their loved ones can talk to their physicians and caregivers about receiving care that’s designed to support the treatment of symptoms and side effects of serious disease and improve overall quality of life.  

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]]> Understanding Palliative Care Catholic Health Association 00:32:49 For many, including some health care professionals, palliative care is often equated with hospice care despite differences in how they apply to patients.  In this episode Dr. Glen Komatsu, regional chief medical officer of Hospice & Palliative Care for Providence St. Joseph Health, Southern California, and Denise Hess, CHA’s director of Supportive Care, explain the benefits of palliative care and discuss how patients and their loved ones can talk to their physicians and caregivers about receiving care that’s designed to support the treatment of symptoms and side effects of serious disease and improve overall quality of life. For many, including some health care professionals, palliative care is often equated with hospice care despite differences in how they apply to patients.  In this episode Dr. Glen Komatsu, regional chief medical officer of Hospice & Palliative Care for Providence St. Joseph Health, Southern California, and Denise Hess, CHA’s director of Supportive Care, explain the benefits of palliative care and discuss how patients and their loved ones can talk to their physicians and caregivers about receiving care that’s designed to support the treatment of symptoms and side effects of serious disease and improve overall quality of life. false full 37 2 3f786162-0da9-4dca-a615-96637ae790eb Environmental Justice This episode looks at the importance of environmental justice from both a domestic and global perspective.  Guests Laura Anderko of Villanova University, and Susan Barnett of Faiths for Safe Water, provide fresh insights into the articles they each wrote for the 2021 Fall Issue of Health Progress.  The topic of environmental justice also connects to CHA’s Confronting Racism by Achieving Health Equity Initiative.

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]]> Mon, 25 Oct 2021 21:11:33 +0000 nosterholt@chausa.org (Catholic Health Association) https://catholic-health-usa-podcast.simplecast.com/episodes/environmental-justice-8tdB9Und This episode looks at the importance of environmental justice from both a domestic and global perspective.  Guests Laura Anderko of Villanova University, and Susan Barnett of Faiths for Safe Water, provide fresh insights into the articles they each wrote for the 2021 Fall Issue of Health Progress.  The topic of environmental justice also connects to CHA’s Confronting Racism by Achieving Health Equity Initiative.

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]]> Environmental Justice Catholic Health Association 00:30:42 This episode looks at the importance of environmental justice from both a domestic and global perspective. Guests Laura Anderko of Villanova University, and Susan Barnett of Faiths for Safe Water, provide fresh insights into the articles they each wrote for the 2021 fall issue of Health Progress. The topic of environmental justice also connects to CHA’s Confronting Racism by Achieving Health Equity Initiative. This episode looks at the importance of environmental justice from both a domestic and global perspective. Guests Laura Anderko of Villanova University, and Susan Barnett of Faiths for Safe Water, provide fresh insights into the articles they each wrote for the 2021 fall issue of Health Progress. The topic of environmental justice also connects to CHA’s Confronting Racism by Achieving Health Equity Initiative. false full 36 2 51930dbe-55b7-4492-b3a9-a66c602f0277 Living in 63106 CHA is participating in a racial equity storytelling project that focuses on families dealing with the pandemic who live in the 63106 zip code of St. Louis. Dick Weiss, the project’s co-founder, joins resident Kim Daniel who discusses the challenges she and her neighbors face in their community. Kim also provides her personal perspective on why she is hesitant to accept the COVID-19 vaccine. 

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Before Ferguson Beyond Ferguson

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]]> Mon, 20 Sep 2021 14:33:28 +0000 nosterholt@chausa.org (Catholic Health Association) https://catholic-health-usa-podcast.simplecast.com/episodes/living-in-63106-lH1sFJ1s CHA is participating in a racial equity storytelling project that focuses on families dealing with the pandemic who live in the 63106 zip code of St. Louis. Dick Weiss, the project’s co-founder, joins resident Kim Daniel who discusses the challenges she and her neighbors face in their community. Kim also provides her personal perspective on why she is hesitant to accept the COVID-19 vaccine. 

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]]> Living in 63106 Catholic Health Association 00:28:34 CHA is participating in a racial equity storytelling project that focuses on families dealing with the pandemic who live in the 63106 zip code of St. Louis. Dick Weiss, the project’s co-founder, joins resident Kim Daniel who discusses the challenges she and her neighbors face in their community. Kim also provides her personal perspective on why she is hesitant to accept the COVID-19 vaccine. CHA is participating in a racial equity storytelling project that focuses on families dealing with the pandemic who live in the 63106 zip code of St. Louis. Dick Weiss, the project’s co-founder, joins resident Kim Daniel who discusses the challenges she and her neighbors face in their community. Kim also provides her personal perspective on why she is hesitant to accept the COVID-19 vaccine. false full 35 2 d39c0ee3-2e28-4558-9898-94729c02030b Children’s Health Insurance The number of uninsured children in the U.S. has risen significantly in the past few years. In this episode, Professor Joan Alker from Georgetown University and Dr. Heidi Sallee from SSM Health Cardinal Glennon Children’s Hospital discuss the reasons for this trend, the policy implications, and what Catholic health care can do to help increase coverage for kids.  

Catholic health care works to reverse worrisome dip in children's health insurance coverage

Medicaid Makes It Possible

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]]> Tue, 18 May 2021 15:20:37 +0000 nosterholt@chausa.org (Catholic Health Association) https://catholic-health-usa-podcast.simplecast.com/episodes/childrens-health-insurance-wMAe5ks_ The number of uninsured children in the U.S. has risen significantly in the past few years. In this episode, Professor Joan Alker from Georgetown University and Dr. Heidi Sallee from SSM Health Cardinal Glennon Children’s Hospital discuss the reasons for this trend, the policy implications, and what Catholic health care can do to help increase coverage for kids.  

Catholic health care works to reverse worrisome dip in children's health insurance coverage

Medicaid Makes It Possible

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]]> Children’s Health Insurance Catholic Health Association 00:31:56 The number of uninsured children in the U.S. has risen significantly in the past few years. In this episode, Professor Joan Alker from Georgetown University and Dr. Heidi Sallee from SSM Health Cardinal Glennon Children’s Hospital discuss the reasons for this trend, the policy implications, and what Catholic health care can do to help increase coverage for kids. The number of uninsured children in the U.S. has risen significantly in the past few years. In this episode, Professor Joan Alker from Georgetown University and Dr. Heidi Sallee from SSM Health Cardinal Glennon Children’s Hospital discuss the reasons for this trend, the policy implications, and what Catholic health care can do to help increase coverage for kids. false full 34 2 bfef44a7-202b-427c-a592-df5f84d888b9 Catholic Social Teaching and the Business of Health Care Catholic Social Teaching is at the very core of Catholic health care. But how is it applied to the the business side of the ministry, especially when tough decisions are being made? Fr. Michael Rozier, PhD, an assistant professor of health management and policy at St. Louis University, and Fr. Joseph Driscoll, DMin, director of ministry formation and organizational spirituality at Redeemer Health, reflect on this question and offer examples how these principles are put into practice among Catholic health leaders.

 

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A Modern-Day Parable for the Pandemic

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]]> Tue, 20 Apr 2021 20:50:49 +0000 nosterholt@chausa.org (Catholic Health Association) https://catholic-health-usa-podcast.simplecast.com/episodes/catholic-social-teaching-and-the-business-of-health-care-dZbwUqvY Catholic Social Teaching is at the very core of Catholic health care. But how is it applied to the the business side of the ministry, especially when tough decisions are being made? Fr. Michael Rozier, PhD, an assistant professor of health management and policy at St. Louis University, and Fr. Joseph Driscoll, DMin, director of ministry formation and organizational spirituality at Redeemer Health, reflect on this question and offer examples how these principles are put into practice among Catholic health leaders.

 

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A Modern-Day Parable for the Pandemic

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]]> Catholic Social Teaching and the Business of Health Care Catholic Health Association 00:32:03 Catholic Social Teaching is at the very core of Catholic health care. But how is it applied to the the business side of the ministry, especially when tough decisions are being made? Fr. Michael Rozier, PhD, an assistant professor of health management and policy at St. Louis University, and Fr. Joseph Driscoll, DMin, director of ministry formation and organizational spirituality at Redeemer Health, reflect on this question and offer examples how these principles are put into practice among Catholic health leaders. Catholic Social Teaching is at the very core of Catholic health care. But how is it applied to the the business side of the ministry, especially when tough decisions are being made? Fr. Michael Rozier, PhD, an assistant professor of health management and policy at St. Louis University, and Fr. Joseph Driscoll, DMin, director of ministry formation and organizational spirituality at Redeemer Health, reflect on this question and offer examples how these principles are put into practice among Catholic health leaders. false full 33 2 68eb09ff-9dc2-4c2c-83c7-f75a730a45dc Catholic Health’s Role in Protecting the Environment Whether it's wildfires, floods, hurricanes or a global pandemic, we are constantly reminded about the reality of climate change and the challenges we face to protect the environment. What role does Catholic health care play in shaping policy, promoting positive change and mitigating harm to God’s creation? Lois Sechrist, environmental stewardship manager at Ascension, and Rachelle Reyes Wenger, system VP of public policy and advocacy engagement for CommonSpirit, discuss what Catholic care is doing, and what more needs to be done, in caring for creation. 

 

Caring for Creation – May-June 2016

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]]> Fri, 9 Apr 2021 03:20:44 +0000 nosterholt@chausa.org (Catholic Health Association) https://catholic-health-usa-podcast.simplecast.com/episodes/catholic-healths-role-in-protecting-the-environment-7QMhLdxJ Whether it's wildfires, floods, hurricanes or a global pandemic, we are constantly reminded about the reality of climate change and the challenges we face to protect the environment. What role does Catholic health care play in shaping policy, promoting positive change and mitigating harm to God’s creation? Lois Sechrist, environmental stewardship manager at Ascension, and Rachelle Reyes Wenger, system VP of public policy and advocacy engagement for CommonSpirit, discuss what Catholic care is doing, and what more needs to be done, in caring for creation. 

 

Caring for Creation – May-June 2016

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]]> Catholic Health’s Role in Protecting the Environment Catholic Health Association 00:30:18 Whether it's wildfires, floods, hurricanes or a global pandemic, we are constantly reminded about the reality of climate change and the challenges we face to protect the environment. What role does Catholic health care play in shaping policy, promoting positive change and mitigating harm to God’s creation? Lois Sechrist, environmental stewardship manager at Ascension, and Rachelle Reyes Wenger, system VP of public policy and advocacy engagement for CommonSpirit, discuss what Catholic care is doing, and what more needs to be done, in caring for creation. Whether it's wildfires, floods, hurricanes or a global pandemic, we are constantly reminded about the reality of climate change and the challenges we face to protect the environment. What role does Catholic health care play in shaping policy, promoting positive change and mitigating harm to God’s creation? Lois Sechrist, environmental stewardship manager at Ascension, and Rachelle Reyes Wenger, system VP of public policy and advocacy engagement for CommonSpirit, discuss what Catholic care is doing, and what more needs to be done, in caring for creation. false full 32 2 acdd9847-7067-4e58-9d55-57e96d807857 Aging and Long-Term Care Many Catholic nursing homes and long-term care facilities are closing, being sold, or being reconfigured in an effort to keep them viable. Howard Gleckman, senior fellow at The Urban Institute, and Susan McDonough, the Catholic Eldercare and Acute Care specialist for Ziegler Investment Banking, discuss the various challenges these facilities face and how to pursue policy changes that improve the care our elders need.

Health Progress Winter 2021 Issue - "Aging and Long-Term Care"

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]]> Tue, 9 Feb 2021 16:04:24 +0000 nosterholt@chausa.org (Catholic Health Association) https://catholic-health-usa-podcast.simplecast.com/episodes/aging-and-long-term-care-3mtXbaiq Many Catholic nursing homes and long-term care facilities are closing, being sold, or being reconfigured in an effort to keep them viable. Howard Gleckman, senior fellow at The Urban Institute, and Susan McDonough, the Catholic Eldercare and Acute Care specialist for Ziegler Investment Banking, discuss the various challenges these facilities face and how to pursue policy changes that improve the care our elders need.

Health Progress Winter 2021 Issue - "Aging and Long-Term Care"

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]]> Aging and Long-Term Care Catholic Health Association 00:34:16 Many Catholic nursing homes and long-term care facilities are closing, being sold, or being reconfigured in an effort to keep them viable. Howard Gleckman, senior fellow at The Urban Institute, and Susan McDonough, the Catholic Eldercare and Acute Care specialist for Ziegler Investment Banking, discuss the various challenges these facilities face and how to pursue policy changes that improve the care our elders need. Many Catholic nursing homes and long-term care facilities are closing, being sold, or being reconfigured in an effort to keep them viable. Howard Gleckman, senior fellow at The Urban Institute, and Susan McDonough, the Catholic Eldercare and Acute Care specialist for Ziegler Investment Banking, discuss the various challenges these facilities face and how to pursue policy changes that improve the care our elders need. false full 31 2 4aa57e00-c6e1-4c3c-bb18-d39c4dda9d39 COVID-19 Vaccines and Faith Communities Amidst the public discourse about COVID-19 vaccines are questions and concerns pertaining to moral implications and religious objections. Fr. Tom Nairn, PhD, a trained ethicist and author of several books on bioethics, joins Dr. Reginald Eadie, president and CEO at Trinity Health of New England, in countering some of the myths and clarifying some of the misinformation that has arisen.  

 

CHA’s Love Thy Neighbor campaign

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]]> Mon, 1 Feb 2021 20:40:08 +0000 nosterholt@chausa.org (Catholic Health Association) https://catholic-health-usa-podcast.simplecast.com/episodes/covid-19-vaccines-and-faith-communities-XBfOv4MJ Amidst the public discourse about COVID-19 vaccines are questions and concerns pertaining to moral implications and religious objections. Fr. Tom Nairn, PhD, a trained ethicist and author of several books on bioethics, joins Dr. Reginald Eadie, president and CEO at Trinity Health of New England, in countering some of the myths and clarifying some of the misinformation that has arisen.  

 

CHA’s Love Thy Neighbor campaign

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]]> COVID-19 Vaccines and Faith Communities Catholic Health Association 00:32:11 Amidst the public discourse about COVID-19 vaccines are questions and concerns pertaining to moral implications and religious objections. Fr. Tom Nairn, PhD, a trained ethicist and author of several books on bioethics, joins Dr. Reginald Eadie, president and CEO at Trinity Health of New England, in countering some of the myths and clarifying some of the misinformation that has arisen.  Amidst the public discourse about COVID-19 vaccines are questions and concerns pertaining to moral implications and religious objections. Fr. Tom Nairn, PhD, a trained ethicist and author of several books on bioethics, joins Dr. Reginald Eadie, president and CEO at Trinity Health of New England, in countering some of the myths and clarifying some of the misinformation that has arisen.  false full 30 2 005d72ff-32da-40e9-81c2-37320d0065c5 COVID-19: Implications for Nursing Education and Leadership The International Year of the Nurse and Midwife coincided with the “Year of COVID-19.”  In this episode, we hear from two authors who contributed articles for the Fall 2020 Nurses Leading the Way issue of Health Progress.  Sr. Rosemary Donley, a nursing professor at Duquesne University, discusses how the pandemic can reshape the future of nursing education, while Kathy Sanford, executive senior VP and chief nursing officer for CommonSpirit Health, talks about how it has the underscored the importance of nurse leaders. 

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Reshaping the Future of Nursing Education

Nurses in Executive Practice: A Specialty for Today and Tomorrow

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]]> Wed, 2 Dec 2020 14:49:08 +0000 nosterholt@chausa.org (Catholic Health Association) https://catholic-health-usa-podcast.simplecast.com/episodes/covid-19-implications-for-nursing-education-and-leadership-cCZlcLCM The International Year of the Nurse and Midwife coincided with the “Year of COVID-19.”  In this episode, we hear from two authors who contributed articles for the Fall 2020 Nurses Leading the Way issue of Health Progress.  Sr. Rosemary Donley, a nursing professor at Duquesne University, discusses how the pandemic can reshape the future of nursing education, while Kathy Sanford, executive senior VP and chief nursing officer for CommonSpirit Health, talks about how it has the underscored the importance of nurse leaders. 

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Nurses in Executive Practice: A Specialty for Today and Tomorrow

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]]> COVID-19: Implications for Nursing Education and Leadership Catholic Health Association 00:27:48 The International Year of the Nurse and Midwife coincided with the “Year of COVID-19.”  In this episode, we hear from two authors who contributed articles for the Fall 2020 Nurses Leading the Way issue of Health Progress. The International Year of the Nurse and Midwife coincided with the “Year of COVID-19.”  In this episode, we hear from two authors who contributed articles for the Fall 2020 Nurses Leading the Way issue of Health Progress. false full 29 2 8f974d5f-7dda-4d29-b877-988461702dc1 Special Well-Being Exercise Podcast Using CHA’s reflection and meditative videos, this podcast leads the listener through almost an hour of self-care exercises.

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]]> Mon, 23 Nov 2020 15:37:02 +0000 nosterholt@chausa.org (Catholic Health Association) https://catholic-health-usa-podcast.simplecast.com/episodes/special-well-being-exercise-podcast-Rsv09o0L Using CHA’s reflection and meditative videos, this podcast leads the listener through almost an hour of self-care exercises.

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]]> Special Well-Being Exercise Podcast Catholic Health Association 00:49:17 Using CHA’s reflection and meditative videos, this podcast leads the listener through almost an hour of self-care exercises. Using CHA’s reflection and meditative videos, this podcast leads the listener through almost an hour of self-care exercises. false full 28 2 5abfd1e5-5456-42cf-bce1-0a65b1cc96af COVID-19 and Care for Older Persons Guests Ruth Katz from Leading Age, a nonprofit focused on education, advocacy and applied research for older adults, and Justin Hinker, the administrator of Avera Prince of Peace Retirement Community in Sioux Falls, S.D., share their perspectives on how the pandemic has created new challenges and opportunities for those who care for older persons.   

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]]> Tue, 1 Sep 2020 15:37:18 +0000 nosterholt@chausa.org (Catholic Health Association) https://catholic-health-usa-podcast.simplecast.com/episodes/covid-19-and-care-for-older-persons-HHAXRHjw Guests Ruth Katz from Leading Age, a nonprofit focused on education, advocacy and applied research for older adults, and Justin Hinker, the administrator of Avera Prince of Peace Retirement Community in Sioux Falls, S.D., share their perspectives on how the pandemic has created new challenges and opportunities for those who care for older persons.   

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]]> COVID-19 and Care for Older Persons Catholic Health Association 00:32:47 Guests share their perspectives on how the pandemic has created new challenges and opportunities for those who care for older persons. Guests share their perspectives on how the pandemic has created new challenges and opportunities for those who care for older persons. catholic health, covid-19, covid, catholic, eldercare, chausa, cha, elderly false full 27 2 d8dd9564-c7c1-412a-89e7-5ec598966ea3 Public Policy and the Common Good A priest and a law professor come together for a robust discussion on how the common good can be better understood in the context of public policy, particularly health care policy. Fr. Charles Bouchard, CHA's senior director, theology and sponsorship, joins Prof. Sam Halabi, the Manley Hudson professor of Law at the University of Missouri – Columbia, to share insights from their recent Health Progress articles.

 

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]]> Wed, 12 Aug 2020 19:53:33 +0000 nosterholt@chausa.org (Catholic Health Association) https://catholic-health-usa-podcast.simplecast.com/episodes/public-policy-and-the-common-good-fVmiSWoW A priest and a law professor come together for a robust discussion on how the common good can be better understood in the context of public policy, particularly health care policy. Fr. Charles Bouchard, CHA's senior director, theology and sponsorship, joins Prof. Sam Halabi, the Manley Hudson professor of Law at the University of Missouri – Columbia, to share insights from their recent Health Progress articles.

 

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]]> Public Policy and the Common Good Catholic Health Association 00:31:02 A priest and a law professor come together for a robust discussion on how the common good can be better understood in the context of public policy, particularly health care policy. A priest and a law professor come together for a robust discussion on how the common good can be better understood in the context of public policy, particularly health care policy. false full 26 2 6d0c2668-060b-417c-a834-a1e55ca7f23a Hospital Chaplains and COVID-19 The role of hospital chaplain has been evolving, and COVID-19 has created new challenges and opportunities for how chaplains provide spiritual care and emotional support for patients, their loved ones, and fellow caregivers.  Guests Chelsea Leitcher, a chaplain who served with Dignity Health, and Jane Levdansky, a chaplain with SSM Health, share their experiences and insights of how their ministry has changed during the pandemic. 

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Post-Intensive Care Syndrome and the Role of Chaplains

Chaplains Minister Amidst Changes Brought by Pandemic

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]]> Fri, 7 Aug 2020 18:45:15 +0000 nosterholt@chausa.org (Catholic Health Association) https://catholic-health-usa-podcast.simplecast.com/episodes/hospital-chaplains-and-covid-19-1Z__NL3M The role of hospital chaplain has been evolving, and COVID-19 has created new challenges and opportunities for how chaplains provide spiritual care and emotional support for patients, their loved ones, and fellow caregivers.  Guests Chelsea Leitcher, a chaplain who served with Dignity Health, and Jane Levdansky, a chaplain with SSM Health, share their experiences and insights of how their ministry has changed during the pandemic. 

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Post-Intensive Care Syndrome and the Role of Chaplains

Chaplains Minister Amidst Changes Brought by Pandemic

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]]> Hospital Chaplains and COVID-19 Catholic Health Association 00:28:49 The role of hospital chaplain has been evolving, and COVID-19 has created new challenges and opportunities for how chaplains provide spiritual care and emotional support for patients, their loved ones, and fellow caregivers. Guests Chelsea Leitcher, a chaplain who served with Dignity Health, and Jane Levdansky, a chaplain with SSM Health, share their experiences and insights of how their ministry has changed during the pandemic. The role of hospital chaplain has been evolving, and COVID-19 has created new challenges and opportunities for how chaplains provide spiritual care and emotional support for patients, their loved ones, and fellow caregivers. Guests Chelsea Leitcher, a chaplain who served with Dignity Health, and Jane Levdansky, a chaplain with SSM Health, share their experiences and insights of how their ministry has changed during the pandemic. catholic health, hospital, covid19, covid-19, covid, catholic, spirtual, chaplain, chausa, cha, spiritual care, pastoral care false full 25 2 db7a4b90-12de-46f4-8f14-715815f13841 COVID-19: Health Care Disparities During the Pandemic Thu, 7 May 2020 15:05:24 +0000 nosterholt@chausa.org (Catholic Health Association) https://catholic-health-usa-podcast.simplecast.com/episodes/covid-19-health-care-disparities-during-the-pandemic-zsNp_BZT COVID-19: Health Care Disparities During the Pandemic Catholic Health Association 00:34:59 false full 24 2 a03047b1-4de5-477d-8ad6-172d4509fb1d COVID-19: Caring for the Caregivers The pandemic is requiring clinicians to make major adjustments in how they provide care.  Laura McKinnis, who serves as a nurse practitioner in emergency medicine in the Milwaukee area, shares her experience in caring for COVID-19 patients, her family and herself. Cindy Rosburg, chief human resources officer at Mercy in St. Louis, provides an overview of changes their system has made to care for their caregivers during the crisis. 

Health Progress article: Gazing Through the Mask

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]]> Tue, 5 May 2020 00:00:20 +0000 nosterholt@chausa.org (Catholic Health Association) https://catholic-health-usa-podcast.simplecast.com/episodes/covid-19-caring-for-the-caregivers-QF5WuFLp The pandemic is requiring clinicians to make major adjustments in how they provide care.  Laura McKinnis, who serves as a nurse practitioner in emergency medicine in the Milwaukee area, shares her experience in caring for COVID-19 patients, her family and herself. Cindy Rosburg, chief human resources officer at Mercy in St. Louis, provides an overview of changes their system has made to care for their caregivers during the crisis. 

Health Progress article: Gazing Through the Mask

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]]> COVID-19: Caring for the Caregivers Catholic Health Association 00:31:09 false full 23 2 80edb7b4-5b32-4857-bfec-cbd47b0878d5 Data in Health Care Would you be willing to sacrifice some personal privacy so that you or a loved one could live a longer, healthier life?  That’s the main question explored in this episode featuring Alan Pitt, MD, a professor of neuroradiology at the Barrow Neurological Institute (part of CommonSpirit Health).  Dr. Pitt is joined by CHA Director of Ethics Nathaniel Blanton Hibner, PhD for a discussion about the benefits, risks and ethical and practical considerations around the use of personal data in delivering health care. 

 

Health Progress article

Data in Health Care: Would You Share Information to Gain Better Care?

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]]> Thu, 6 Feb 2020 23:50:47 +0000 nosterholt@chausa.org (Catholic Health Association) https://catholic-health-usa-podcast.simplecast.com/episodes/data-in-health-care-tVyXfhlk Would you be willing to sacrifice some personal privacy so that you or a loved one could live a longer, healthier life?  That’s the main question explored in this episode featuring Alan Pitt, MD, a professor of neuroradiology at the Barrow Neurological Institute (part of CommonSpirit Health).  Dr. Pitt is joined by CHA Director of Ethics Nathaniel Blanton Hibner, PhD for a discussion about the benefits, risks and ethical and practical considerations around the use of personal data in delivering health care. 

 

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Data in Health Care: Would You Share Information to Gain Better Care?

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]]> Data in Health Care Catholic Health Association 00:31:15 Would you be willing to sacrifice some personal privacy so that you or a loved one could live a longer, healthier life? That’s the main question explored in this episode featuring Alan Pitt, MD, a professor of neuroradiology at the Barrow Neurological Institute (part of CommonSpirit Health). Dr. Pitt is joined by CHA Director of Ethics Nathaniel Blanton Hibner, PhD for a discussion about the benefits, risks and ethical and practical considerations around the use of personal data in delivering health care. Would you be willing to sacrifice some personal privacy so that you or a loved one could live a longer, healthier life? That’s the main question explored in this episode featuring Alan Pitt, MD, a professor of neuroradiology at the Barrow Neurological Institute (part of CommonSpirit Health). Dr. Pitt is joined by CHA Director of Ethics Nathaniel Blanton Hibner, PhD for a discussion about the benefits, risks and ethical and practical considerations around the use of personal data in delivering health care. false full 22 2 fa54f358-97b8-459f-95d5-cf2f24a360f6 Global Health – A Case Study Catholic health care has an international presence and CHA members in the U.S. support this global ministry through donations of surplus medical supplies and equipment and organizing and staffing medical missions.  In this episode, we discuss how the Catholic church in Tanzania and Hospital Sisters Mission Outreach in Springfield, IL are working together to improve health in that country.  CHA’s Brian Reardon and Bruce Compton talk with Fr. Charles Kittima, secretary general of the Catholic Bishops Conference of Tanzania, and Georgia Winson, executive director of Hospital Sisters Mission Outreach. 

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]]> Wed, 11 Dec 2019 15:56:40 +0000 nosterholt@chausa.org (Catholic Health Association) https://catholic-health-usa-podcast.simplecast.com/episodes/global-health-a-case-study-CB5tBmDs Catholic health care has an international presence and CHA members in the U.S. support this global ministry through donations of surplus medical supplies and equipment and organizing and staffing medical missions.  In this episode, we discuss how the Catholic church in Tanzania and Hospital Sisters Mission Outreach in Springfield, IL are working together to improve health in that country.  CHA’s Brian Reardon and Bruce Compton talk with Fr. Charles Kittima, secretary general of the Catholic Bishops Conference of Tanzania, and Georgia Winson, executive director of Hospital Sisters Mission Outreach. 

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]]> Global Health – A Case Study Catholic Health Association 00:28:26 Catholic health care has an international presence and CHA members in the U.S. support this global ministry through donations of surplus medical supplies and equipment and organizing and staffing medical missions.  In this episode, we discuss how the Catholic church in Tanzania and Hospital Sisters Mission Outreach in Springfield, IL are working together to improve health in that country.  Catholic health care has an international presence and CHA members in the U.S. support this global ministry through donations of surplus medical supplies and equipment and organizing and staffing medical missions.  In this episode, we discuss how the Catholic church in Tanzania and Hospital Sisters Mission Outreach in Springfield, IL are working together to improve health in that country.  health care, catholic health, mission, catholic, healthcare, chausa, cha, mission trip, global health, international outreach false full 21 1 2bbddd4c-16b5-40c3-a604-fbfc54a455c2 Housing and Transportation Stable housing and reliable transportation have a direct link to the health status of individuals.  In this episode, Jane Graf, President and CEO, Mercy Housing, and Will Snyder, Sr. VP, Chief Advocacy Officer, AMITA Health, discuss how Catholic health care is collaborating with other organizations to ensure the housing and transportation needs of their patients are met.  

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]]> Mon, 21 Oct 2019 14:38:08 +0000 nosterholt@chausa.org (Catholic Health Association) https://catholic-health-usa-podcast.simplecast.com/episodes/housing-and-transportation-of0A_xRf Stable housing and reliable transportation have a direct link to the health status of individuals.  In this episode, Jane Graf, President and CEO, Mercy Housing, and Will Snyder, Sr. VP, Chief Advocacy Officer, AMITA Health, discuss how Catholic health care is collaborating with other organizations to ensure the housing and transportation needs of their patients are met.  

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]]> Housing and Transportation Catholic Health Association 00:28:26 Stable housing and reliable transportation have a direct link to the health status of individuals. In this episode, we discuss how Catholic health care is collaborating with other organizations to ensure the housing and transportation needs of their patients are met. Stable housing and reliable transportation have a direct link to the health status of individuals. In this episode, we discuss how Catholic health care is collaborating with other organizations to ensure the housing and transportation needs of their patients are met. health care, catholic health, social determinants of health, health, housing, catholic, healthcare, transportation, social determinants false full 20 1 2051589a-1e0e-40b4-be07-a4d9e8d40b07 Carrying the Torch As the laity are increasingly called to serve as leaders and sponsors in Catholic health care, it is imperative that they have the education, ministry formation and spiritual practices needed for these roles. Sister Maureen McGuire, DC, of Ascension, Patrick McCruden of SSM Health, and Diarmuid Rooney of CHA discuss the development of lay leaders who will carry the ministry’s torch forward.

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]]> Mon, 30 Sep 2019 20:21:25 +0000 nosterholt@chausa.org (Catholic Health Association) https://catholic-health-usa-podcast.simplecast.com/episodes/carrying-the-torch-Bw4mSlrt As the laity are increasingly called to serve as leaders and sponsors in Catholic health care, it is imperative that they have the education, ministry formation and spiritual practices needed for these roles. Sister Maureen McGuire, DC, of Ascension, Patrick McCruden of SSM Health, and Diarmuid Rooney of CHA discuss the development of lay leaders who will carry the ministry’s torch forward.

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]]> Carrying the Torch Catholic Health Association 00:34:07 As the laity are increasingly called to serve as leaders and sponsors in Catholic health care, it is imperative that they have the education, ministry formation and spiritual practices needed for these roles. As the laity are increasingly called to serve as leaders and sponsors in Catholic health care, it is imperative that they have the education, ministry formation and spiritual practices needed for these roles. false full 19 1 c7dbef2b-1f06-475c-8189-d49958711677 The Suicide Epidemic The CDC reports more than 45,000 Americans died from suicide in 2016. How health care organizations and policy makers can better address this epidemic is the focus of this discussion with Lisa Picker, the mother of a suicide victim and an advocate for better mental health care, and Benjamin F. Miller, chief strategy officer of the Well Being Trust.

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]]> Thu, 12 Sep 2019 16:53:05 +0000 nosterholt@chausa.org (Catholic Health Association) https://catholic-health-usa-podcast.simplecast.com/episodes/the-suicide-epidemic-bYNZWeSI The CDC reports more than 45,000 Americans died from suicide in 2016. How health care organizations and policy makers can better address this epidemic is the focus of this discussion with Lisa Picker, the mother of a suicide victim and an advocate for better mental health care, and Benjamin F. Miller, chief strategy officer of the Well Being Trust.

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]]> The Suicide Epidemic Catholic Health Association 00:40:38 The CDC reports more than 45,000 Americans died from suicide in 2016. How health care organizations and policy makers can better address this epidemic is the focus of this discussion with Lisa Picker, the mother of a suicide victim and an advocate for better mental health care, and Benjamin F. Miller, chief strategy officer of the Well Being Trust. The CDC reports more than 45,000 Americans died from suicide in 2016. How health care organizations and policy makers can better address this epidemic is the focus of this discussion with Lisa Picker, the mother of a suicide victim and an advocate for better mental health care, and Benjamin F. Miller, chief strategy officer of the Well Being Trust. false full 18 1 d6e5db60-7eb0-4759-98ba-60fda8179a5e Immigrant Youth at Risk Mark Kuczewski, PhD, professor of medical ethics at the Loyola University Chicago Stritch School of Medicine, and Fr. Corey Brost, director of Viator House of Hospitality, discuss the many challenges facing undocumented youth and share their insights on what Catholic health care can do to support them.

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]]> Wed, 24 Jul 2019 18:57:40 +0000 nosterholt@chausa.org (Catholic Health Association) https://catholic-health-usa-podcast.simplecast.com/episodes/immigrant-youth-at-risk-ETtlBIIB Mark Kuczewski, PhD, professor of medical ethics at the Loyola University Chicago Stritch School of Medicine, and Fr. Corey Brost, director of Viator House of Hospitality, discuss the many challenges facing undocumented youth and share their insights on what Catholic health care can do to support them.

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]]> Immigrant Youth at Risk Catholic Health Association 00:34:05 Mark Kuczewski, PhD, professor of medical ethics at the Loyola University Chicago Stritch School of Medicine, and Fr. Corey Brost, director of Viator House of Hospitality, discuss the many challenges facing undocumented youth and share their insights on what Catholic health care can do to support them. Mark Kuczewski, PhD, professor of medical ethics at the Loyola University Chicago Stritch School of Medicine, and Fr. Corey Brost, director of Viator House of Hospitality, discuss the many challenges facing undocumented youth and share their insights on what Catholic health care can do to support them. false full 17 1 3149aac3-624f-4090-b17e-62056106cfd8 Assembly 2019 Brian and Mary Ann review the 2019 CHA Assembly. Highlights include a panel discussion on the clergy abuse scandal, a bi-partisan discussion about Medicare for All, comments from CHA’s incoming and outgoing chairpersons, remarks by the award recipients and a final thank you from Sr. Carol Keehan, DC.

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]]> Thu, 27 Jun 2019 20:53:56 +0000 nosterholt@chausa.org (Catholic Health Association) https://catholic-health-usa-podcast.simplecast.com/episodes/assembly-2019-MIGeC4Tu Brian and Mary Ann review the 2019 CHA Assembly. Highlights include a panel discussion on the clergy abuse scandal, a bi-partisan discussion about Medicare for All, comments from CHA’s incoming and outgoing chairpersons, remarks by the award recipients and a final thank you from Sr. Carol Keehan, DC.

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]]> Assembly 2019 Catholic Health Association 00:31:54 A discussion on the events, speakers and inspirational elements of the 2019 Catholic Health Assembly. A discussion on the events, speakers and inspirational elements of the 2019 Catholic Health Assembly. health care, catholic health, health, catholic, healthcare, catholic health association, assembly false full 16 1 49164dc5-1c59-4d9f-b8e4-3bc76b5731a2 Healing Spaces From natural elements and religious art, to meaningful encounters with staff, the environment where health care services are provided plays an vital role in the healing process. In this episode Philip Boyle, senior vice president, mission and ethics, Trinity Health, and Zeni Fox, a member of the Ascension Sponsor and professor emerita, Seton Hall University, share their insights and experiences in helping create healing spaces.

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]]> Tue, 21 May 2019 17:25:42 +0000 nosterholt@chausa.org (Catholic Health Association) https://catholic-health-usa-podcast.simplecast.com/episodes/healing-spaces-SeEdoTEp From natural elements and religious art, to meaningful encounters with staff, the environment where health care services are provided plays an vital role in the healing process. In this episode Philip Boyle, senior vice president, mission and ethics, Trinity Health, and Zeni Fox, a member of the Ascension Sponsor and professor emerita, Seton Hall University, share their insights and experiences in helping create healing spaces.

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]]> Healing Spaces Catholic Health Association 00:30:27 From natural elements and religious art, to meaningful encounters with staff, the environment where health care services are provided plays an vital role in the healing process. Hear Catholic health leaders share their insights and experiences in helping create healing spaces. From natural elements and religious art, to meaningful encounters with staff, the environment where health care services are provided plays an vital role in the healing process. Hear Catholic health leaders share their insights and experiences in helping create healing spaces. health care, catholic health, hospital, catholic, healthcare, catholic health association, chausa, cha, healing spaces, healing, health progress false full 15 1 856cfae1-742f-4b3d-a5ff-5f0ea7c95526 Sr. Mary Haddad, RSM conference call with members This podcast is a recording of an April 29 teleconference with CHA members following the announcement of Sr. Mary Haddad, RSM, as the new president and CEO of CHA. During the first part of the teleconference, Sr. Mary talks about her background and then joins Sr. Carol Keehan, DC, CHA’s current president and CEO, to discuss the challenges and opportunities ahead for Catholic health care and the transition in leadership.

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]]> Wed, 1 May 2019 17:56:18 +0000 nosterholt@chausa.org (Catholic Health Association) https://catholic-health-usa-podcast.simplecast.com/episodes/sr-mary-haddad-rsm-conference-call-with-DPjZYmQW This podcast is a recording of an April 29 teleconference with CHA members following the announcement of Sr. Mary Haddad, RSM, as the new president and CEO of CHA. During the first part of the teleconference, Sr. Mary talks about her background and then joins Sr. Carol Keehan, DC, CHA’s current president and CEO, to discuss the challenges and opportunities ahead for Catholic health care and the transition in leadership.

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]]> Sr. Mary Haddad, RSM conference call with members Catholic Health Association 00:12:18 This podcast is a recording of an April 29 teleconference with CHA members following the announcement of Sr. Mary Haddad, RSM, as the new president and CEO of CHA. This podcast is a recording of an April 29 teleconference with CHA members following the announcement of Sr. Mary Haddad, RSM, as the new president and CEO of CHA. health care, announcement, catholic health, catholic, healthcare, ceo, catholic health association, haddad, chausa, keehan false full 14 1 7a387ff2-57f2-4af9-8366-8fae21005f20 Genomics and Ethics Genetic engineering holds the promise of curing and preventing disease. But as this technology advances and is more widely adopted, there are a variety of moral and ethical issues to consider. In this episode, Dr. Paul Scherz, PhD, from The Catholic University of America, and Fr. Kevin FitzGerald, SJ, PhD, from Creighton University, discuss the ethics of biomedical research and medical genomics.

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]]> Fri, 22 Mar 2019 18:46:00 +0000 nosterholt@chausa.org (Catholic Health Association) https://catholic-health-usa-podcast.simplecast.com/episodes/genomics-and-ethics-f1bd0b9f Genetic engineering holds the promise of curing and preventing disease. But as this technology advances and is more widely adopted, there are a variety of moral and ethical issues to consider. In this episode, Dr. Paul Scherz, PhD, from The Catholic University of America, and Fr. Kevin FitzGerald, SJ, PhD, from Creighton University, discuss the ethics of biomedical research and medical genomics.

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]]> Genomics and Ethics Catholic Health Association 00:31:13 Genetic engineering holds the promise of curing and preventing disease. But as this technology advances and is more widely adopted, there are a variety of moral and ethical issues to consider. In this episode, Dr. Paul Scherz, PhD, from The Catholic University of America, and Fr. Kevin FitzGerald, SJ, PhD, from Creighton University, discuss the ethics of biomedical research and medical genomics. Genetic engineering holds the promise of curing and preventing disease. But as this technology advances and is more widely adopted, there are a variety of moral and ethical issues to consider. In this episode, Dr. Paul Scherz, PhD, from The Catholic University of America, and Fr. Kevin FitzGerald, SJ, PhD, from Creighton University, discuss the ethics of biomedical research and medical genomics. catholic health, catholic, genome, catholic health association, chausa, genomics, ethics, cha false full 13 1 49d74f5c-25a9-4427-a00f-bf72b656dc24 Food and Water: Justice, Spirituality and Health Every human needs food and water to live. But are these basic elements for life equitably available and is Catholic health care giving them adequate attention and reverence? To discuss those and other questions, we brought together three authors who contributed to the March-April 2019 issue of Health Progress: Francine Blinten, a clinical nutritionist with the Connecticut Mental Health Center, Jon Magnuson, director of Cedar Tree Institute, and Camille Grippon, system director, global ministries, Bon Secours Mercy Health.

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]]> Mon, 18 Mar 2019 15:01:00 +0000 nosterholt@chausa.org (Catholic Health Association) https://catholic-health-usa-podcast.simplecast.com/episodes/food-and-water-justice-spirituality-and-84308e2b Every human needs food and water to live. But are these basic elements for life equitably available and is Catholic health care giving them adequate attention and reverence? To discuss those and other questions, we brought together three authors who contributed to the March-April 2019 issue of Health Progress: Francine Blinten, a clinical nutritionist with the Connecticut Mental Health Center, Jon Magnuson, director of Cedar Tree Institute, and Camille Grippon, system director, global ministries, Bon Secours Mercy Health.

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]]> Food and Water: Justice, Spirituality and Health Catholic Health Association 00:32:04 Every human needs food and water to live. But are these basic elements for life equitably available and is Catholic health care giving them adequate attention and reverence? To discuss those and other questions, we brought together three authors who contributed to the March-April 2019 issue of Health Progress. Every human needs food and water to live. But are these basic elements for life equitably available and is Catholic health care giving them adequate attention and reverence? To discuss those and other questions, we brought together three authors who contributed to the March-April 2019 issue of Health Progress. health care, food, health, catholic, water, healthcare, catholic health association, catholic health, cha, social determinants false full 12 1 d849f408-e291-4797-815c-99f38a4e2826 Medicaid Policy CHA has launched the “Medicaid Makes It Possible” campaign to help ensure Medicaid remains viable. A panel of experts discuss why Medicaid is vital to our nation’s health care delivery system and some of the policy challenges facing the program. Guests include Cindy Mann, former deputy administrator and director of the Center for Medicaid and CHIP at CMS, currently a partner with the Manatt Health Team; Joan Alker, Executive Director, Center for Children and Families at Georgetown University; Angela Botticella, chief of staff, CHA; and Rhonda Medows, MD, President, Population Health Management at Providence St. Joseph Health. Learn more at www.chausa.org/medicaid

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]]> Tue, 19 Feb 2019 19:20:00 +0000 nosterholt@chausa.org (Catholic Health Association) https://catholic-health-usa-podcast.simplecast.com/episodes/medicaid-policy-c75aa10a CHA has launched the “Medicaid Makes It Possible” campaign to help ensure Medicaid remains viable. A panel of experts discuss why Medicaid is vital to our nation’s health care delivery system and some of the policy challenges facing the program. Guests include Cindy Mann, former deputy administrator and director of the Center for Medicaid and CHIP at CMS, currently a partner with the Manatt Health Team; Joan Alker, Executive Director, Center for Children and Families at Georgetown University; Angela Botticella, chief of staff, CHA; and Rhonda Medows, MD, President, Population Health Management at Providence St. Joseph Health. Learn more at www.chausa.org/medicaid

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]]> Medicaid Policy Catholic Health Association 00:30:10 CHA has launched the “Medicaid Makes It Possible” campaign to help ensure Medicaid remains viable. A panel of experts discuss why Medicaid is vital to our nation’s health care delivery system and some of the policy challenges facing the program. Guests include Cindy Mann, former deputy administrator and director of the Center for Medicaid and CHIP at CMS, currently a partner with the Manatt Health Team; Joan Alker, Executive Director, Center for Children and Families at Georgetown University; Angela Botticella, chief of staff, CHA; and Rhonda Medows, MD, President, Population Health Management at Providence St. Joseph Health. CHA has launched the “Medicaid Makes It Possible” campaign to help ensure Medicaid remains viable. A panel of experts discuss why Medicaid is vital to our nation’s health care delivery system and some of the policy challenges facing the program. Guests include Cindy Mann, former deputy administrator and director of the Center for Medicaid and CHIP at CMS, currently a partner with the Manatt Health Team; Joan Alker, Executive Director, Center for Children and Families at Georgetown University; Angela Botticella, chief of staff, CHA; and Rhonda Medows, MD, President, Population Health Management at Providence St. Joseph Health. health care, health, catholic, healthcare, medicaid expansion, catholic health, catholic health association, cha, medicaid false full 11 1 c1134e82-b510-4c81-9649-fec89b78e89e Catholics Against Human Trafficking The Coalition of Catholic Organizations Against Human Trafficking consists of national and international agencies working to eliminate the scourge of human trafficking. Two coalition members - Anne Victory, HM, RN, MSN, Director of Education Collaborative to End Human Trafficking, and Hilary Chester, PhD, Associate Director for Anti-Trafficking Programs, U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops - discuss what is being done to identify and help victims. For a list of resources and groups addressing human trafficking visit: CHA's Human Trafficking website

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]]> Mon, 28 Jan 2019 17:19:00 +0000 nosterholt@chausa.org (Catholic Health Association) https://catholic-health-usa-podcast.simplecast.com/episodes/catholics-against-human-trafficking-74c15a03 The Coalition of Catholic Organizations Against Human Trafficking consists of national and international agencies working to eliminate the scourge of human trafficking. Two coalition members - Anne Victory, HM, RN, MSN, Director of Education Collaborative to End Human Trafficking, and Hilary Chester, PhD, Associate Director for Anti-Trafficking Programs, U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops - discuss what is being done to identify and help victims. For a list of resources and groups addressing human trafficking visit: CHA's Human Trafficking website

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]]> Catholics Against Human Trafficking Catholic Health Association 00:31:29 The Coalition of Catholic Organizations Against Human Trafficking consists of national and international agencies working to eliminate the scourge of human trafficking. Two coalition members - Anne Victory, HM, RN, MSN, Director of Education Collaborative to End Human Trafficking, and Hilary Chester, PhD, Associate Director for Anti-Trafficking Programs, U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops - discuss what is being done to identify and help victims. The Coalition of Catholic Organizations Against Human Trafficking consists of national and international agencies working to eliminate the scourge of human trafficking. Two coalition members - Anne Victory, HM, RN, MSN, Director of Education Collaborative to End Human Trafficking, and Hilary Chester, PhD, Associate Director for Anti-Trafficking Programs, U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops - discuss what is being done to identify and help victims. human trafficking, catholic, catholic health association, chausa, cha, trafficking, catholic health false full 10 1 26de6524-2782-4f77-b66f-8cde9ef46c84 Sr. Carol Keehan on Major Issues in Catholic Health Care CHA President and CEO Sr. Carol Keehan, DC, talks about challenges to the ACA and Medicaid, education around palliative care, the clergy sex abuse scandal and the process for selecting her successor.

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]]> Thu, 20 Dec 2018 15:03:00 +0000 nosterholt@chausa.org (Catholic Health Association) https://catholic-health-usa-podcast.simplecast.com/episodes/sr-carol-keehan-on-major-issues-in-e5b30a90 CHA President and CEO Sr. Carol Keehan, DC, talks about challenges to the ACA and Medicaid, education around palliative care, the clergy sex abuse scandal and the process for selecting her successor.

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]]> Sr. Carol Keehan on Major Issues in Catholic Health Care Catholic Health Association 00:29:27 CHA President and CEO Sr. Carol Keehan, DC, talks about challenges to the ACA and Medicaid, education around palliative care, the clergy sex abuse scandal and the process for selecting her successor. CHA President and CEO Sr. Carol Keehan, DC, talks about challenges to the ACA and Medicaid, education around palliative care, the clergy sex abuse scandal and the process for selecting her successor. palliative care, medicaid, catholic, catholic health, catholic health association, affordable care act, chausa, cha false full 9 1 1b42d146-35e5-4f03-927c-dc23162b9aaa Washington Update: The 2018 Midterm Elections Mike Rodgers and Lisa Smith from the CHA Advocacy team explain how the 2018 midterm elections may impact health care policy in 2019. Topics discussed include protecting the ACA, expanding Medicaid, and an overview of legislation on palliative care, drug discount pricing, and programs for the elderly.

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]]> Thu, 15 Nov 2018 17:33:00 +0000 nosterholt@chausa.org (Catholic Health Association) https://catholic-health-usa-podcast.simplecast.com/episodes/washington-update-the-2018-midterm-353af2df Mike Rodgers and Lisa Smith from the CHA Advocacy team explain how the 2018 midterm elections may impact health care policy in 2019. Topics discussed include protecting the ACA, expanding Medicaid, and an overview of legislation on palliative care, drug discount pricing, and programs for the elderly.

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]]> Washington Update: The 2018 Midterm Elections Catholic Health Association 00:25:48 Mike Rodgers and Lisa Smith from the CHA Advocacy team explain how the 2018 midterm elections may impact health care policy in 2019. Mike Rodgers and Lisa Smith from the CHA Advocacy team explain how the 2018 midterm elections may impact health care policy in 2019. false full 8 1 62605ac7-d16c-43f6-bab2-28f711d5fbd0 The Resilient Clinician Mental health issues facing health care professionals, especially physicians, is getting more attention recently and was a major topic at CHA’s Physician Leader Forum in October, 2018. One of the speakers at the forum was Dr. Robert Wicks, an author and psychologist who teaches at Loyola University Maryland and writes and lectures extensively about the prevention of secondary stress. Dr. Wicks shares his insights on how those who care for others need to also care for themselves.

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]]> Thu, 25 Oct 2018 18:22:00 +0000 nosterholt@chausa.org (Catholic Health Association) https://catholic-health-usa-podcast.simplecast.com/episodes/the-resilient-clinician-4f5d7dd0 Mental health issues facing health care professionals, especially physicians, is getting more attention recently and was a major topic at CHA’s Physician Leader Forum in October, 2018. One of the speakers at the forum was Dr. Robert Wicks, an author and psychologist who teaches at Loyola University Maryland and writes and lectures extensively about the prevention of secondary stress. Dr. Wicks shares his insights on how those who care for others need to also care for themselves.

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]]> The Resilient Clinician Catholic Health Association 00:30:52 Mental health issues facing health care professionals, especially physicians, is getting more attention recently and was a major topic at CHA’s Physician Leader Forum in October, 2018. One of the speakers at the forum was Dr. Robert Wicks, an author and psychologist who teaches at Loyola University Maryland and writes and lectures extensively about the prevention of secondary stress. Dr. Wicks shares his insights on how those who care for others need to also care for themselves. Mental health issues facing health care professionals, especially physicians, is getting more attention recently and was a major topic at CHA’s Physician Leader Forum in October, 2018. One of the speakers at the forum was Dr. Robert Wicks, an author and psychologist who teaches at Loyola University Maryland and writes and lectures extensively about the prevention of secondary stress. Dr. Wicks shares his insights on how those who care for others need to also care for themselves. false full 7 1 ed404aed-9a45-4e50-ac67-0b0b290cb5c6 Palliative and Hospice Care What is palliative and hospice care and what does Catholic social teaching say about it? What conversations do clinicians need to have with their patients and each other about end of life issues? These and other questions are discussed by a panel of experts from CHA, the Archdiocese of Boston, Washington University, Mercy and St. Louis University.

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]]> Thu, 27 Sep 2018 21:49:00 +0000 nosterholt@chausa.org (Catholic Health Association) https://catholic-health-usa-podcast.simplecast.com/episodes/palliative-and-hospice-care-83db40eb What is palliative and hospice care and what does Catholic social teaching say about it? What conversations do clinicians need to have with their patients and each other about end of life issues? These and other questions are discussed by a panel of experts from CHA, the Archdiocese of Boston, Washington University, Mercy and St. Louis University.

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]]> Palliative and Hospice Care Catholic Health Association 00:42:45 What is palliative and hospice care and what does Catholic social teaching say about it? What conversations do clinicians need to have with their patients and each other about end of life issues? These and other questions are discussed by a panel of experts from CHA, the Archdiocese of Boston, Washington University, Mercy and St. Louis University. What is palliative and hospice care and what does Catholic social teaching say about it? What conversations do clinicians need to have with their patients and each other about end of life issues? These and other questions are discussed by a panel of experts from CHA, the Archdiocese of Boston, Washington University, Mercy and St. Louis University. health care, palliative, hospice, health, catholic health, catholic, healthcare, catholic health association, palliative care, cha false full 6 1 02c7ecec-9a10-477a-ac02-c340ed5f1b5a Taking our Care Outside the Walls This episode looks at how Catholic health care collaborates with others to extend care in the community. Coletta Barrett, Vice-President of Mission, Our Lady of the Lake Regional Medical Center, Chair of the Board, Mayor's Healthy City Initiative in Baton Rouge, LA, and Julie Trochio, Senior Director, Community Benefit and Continuing Care for CHA are the featured guests.

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]]> Mon, 24 Sep 2018 14:56:00 +0000 nosterholt@chausa.org (Catholic Health Association) https://catholic-health-usa-podcast.simplecast.com/episodes/taking-our-care-outside-the-walls-4f3e491b This episode looks at how Catholic health care collaborates with others to extend care in the community. Coletta Barrett, Vice-President of Mission, Our Lady of the Lake Regional Medical Center, Chair of the Board, Mayor's Healthy City Initiative in Baton Rouge, LA, and Julie Trochio, Senior Director, Community Benefit and Continuing Care for CHA are the featured guests.

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]]> Taking our Care Outside the Walls Catholic Health Association 00:32:14 This episode looks at how Catholic health care collaborates with others to extend care in the community. Coletta Barrett, Vice-President of Mission, Our Lady of the Lake Regional Medical Center, Chair of the Board, Mayor's Healthy City Initiative in Baton Rouge, LA, and Julie Trochio, Senior Director, Community Benefit and Continuing Care for CHA are the featured guests. This episode looks at how Catholic health care collaborates with others to extend care in the community. Coletta Barrett, Vice-President of Mission, Our Lady of the Lake Regional Medical Center, Chair of the Board, Mayor's Healthy City Initiative in Baton Rouge, LA, and Julie Trochio, Senior Director, Community Benefit and Continuing Care for CHA are the featured guests. social determinants, telehealth, catholic, catholic health association, community health, chausa, cha, catholic health, community benefit false full 5 1 c14a8f37-630a-4bcf-83a4-8fe48c4c41fa When Disasters Strike: A Special Convening for International & Domestic Response Highlights from a two-day conference on how Catholic health care can best respond to domestic and international disasters is the focus of this episode. Guests include Lance Mendiola from CHRISTUS Health, Karen Reich from Bon Secours, Dr. Alex Garza from SSM Health, and Kim Burgo from Catholic Charities USA. The episode was taped on-site at CHRISTUS Health in Irving Texas. Note: CHA’s publication “Disaster Response: Considerations for Catholic Health Care” can be ordered and downloaded at www.chausa.org/disaster.

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]]> Mon, 6 Aug 2018 15:35:00 +0000 nosterholt@chausa.org (Catholic Health Association) https://catholic-health-usa-podcast.simplecast.com/episodes/when-disasters-strike-a-special-b9fdbe9a Highlights from a two-day conference on how Catholic health care can best respond to domestic and international disasters is the focus of this episode. Guests include Lance Mendiola from CHRISTUS Health, Karen Reich from Bon Secours, Dr. Alex Garza from SSM Health, and Kim Burgo from Catholic Charities USA. The episode was taped on-site at CHRISTUS Health in Irving Texas. Note: CHA’s publication “Disaster Response: Considerations for Catholic Health Care” can be ordered and downloaded at www.chausa.org/disaster.

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]]> When Disasters Strike: A Special Convening for International & Domestic Response Catholic Health Association 00:33:18 Highlights from a two-day conference on how Catholic health care can best respond to domestic and international disasters is the focus of this episode. Guests include Lance Mendiola from CHRISTUS Health, Karen Reich from Bon Secours, Dr. Alex Garza from SSM Health, and Kim Burgo from Catholic Charities USA. The episode was taped on-site at CHRISTUS Health in Irving Texas. Highlights from a two-day conference on how Catholic health care can best respond to domestic and international disasters is the focus of this episode. Guests include Lance Mendiola from CHRISTUS Health, Karen Reich from Bon Secours, Dr. Alex Garza from SSM Health, and Kim Burgo from Catholic Charities USA. The episode was taped on-site at CHRISTUS Health in Irving Texas. catholic health, disaster, disaster relief, catholic, catholic health association, chausa, cha, international outreach false full 4 1 a6a254a9-c9a9-4333-af76-2bcb89353c2b Caring for those who suffer This episode features an interview with David Addiss, MD, MPH, the director of the Focus Area for Compassion and Ethics at the Task Force for Global Health, and adjunct professor at Emory and Notre Dame. Dr. Addiss provides additional insight into his recent Health Progress article about how global health must draw on compassion, solidarity and justice. Bruce Compton, Senior Director of International Outreach for CHA, joins the discussion on how Catholic health care can best work to alleviate suffering in the U.S. and around the world.

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]]> Mon, 9 Jul 2018 18:14:00 +0000 nosterholt@chausa.org (Catholic Health Association) https://catholic-health-usa-podcast.simplecast.com/episodes/caring-for-those-who-suffer-9d00eb2a This episode features an interview with David Addiss, MD, MPH, the director of the Focus Area for Compassion and Ethics at the Task Force for Global Health, and adjunct professor at Emory and Notre Dame. Dr. Addiss provides additional insight into his recent Health Progress article about how global health must draw on compassion, solidarity and justice. Bruce Compton, Senior Director of International Outreach for CHA, joins the discussion on how Catholic health care can best work to alleviate suffering in the U.S. and around the world.

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]]> Caring for those who suffer Catholic Health Association 00:29:47 This episode features an interview with David Addiss, MD, MPH, the director of the Focus Area for Compassion and Ethics at the Task Force for Global Health, and adjunct professor at Emory and Notre Dame. Dr. Addiss provides additional insight into his recent Health Progress article about how global health must draw on compassion, solidarity and justice. Bruce Compton, Senior Director of International Outreach for CHA, joins the discussion on how Catholic health care can best work to alleviate suffering in the U.S. and around the world. This episode features an interview with David Addiss, MD, MPH, the director of the Focus Area for Compassion and Ethics at the Task Force for Global Health, and adjunct professor at Emory and Notre Dame. Dr. Addiss provides additional insight into his recent Health Progress article about how global health must draw on compassion, solidarity and justice. Bruce Compton, Senior Director of International Outreach for CHA, joins the discussion on how Catholic health care can best work to alleviate suffering in the U.S. and around the world. health care, health, catholic health, catholic, healthcare, catholic health association, cha, global health false full 3 1 0b9da851-508b-4e86-a68c-40974699678d Assembly 2018 Highlights Staff from CHA discuss their favorite moments from Assembly 2018 in San Diego. Audio highlights from Assembly speakers Sr. Mary Jean Ryan, Martin Sheen, Jon Meacham and Steve Pemberton are featured. Topics include the impact each individual can have on the lives of others, the state of political discourse in the U.S., immigration, the value of empathy, leadership traits, and CHA’s “Medicaid Makes It Possible” campaign.

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]]> Thu, 28 Jun 2018 18:35:00 +0000 nosterholt@chausa.org (Catholic Health Association) https://catholic-health-usa-podcast.simplecast.com/episodes/assembly-2018-highlights-fd8f2f91 Staff from CHA discuss their favorite moments from Assembly 2018 in San Diego. Audio highlights from Assembly speakers Sr. Mary Jean Ryan, Martin Sheen, Jon Meacham and Steve Pemberton are featured. Topics include the impact each individual can have on the lives of others, the state of political discourse in the U.S., immigration, the value of empathy, leadership traits, and CHA’s “Medicaid Makes It Possible” campaign.

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]]> Assembly 2018 Highlights Catholic Health Association 00:24:58 Staff from CHA discuss their favorite moments from Assembly 2018 in San Diego. Audio highlights from Assembly speakers Sr. Mary Jean Ryan, Martin Sheen, Jon Meacham and Steve Pemberton are featured. Topics include the impact each individual can have on the lives of others, the state of political discourse in the U.S., immigration, the value of empathy, leadership traits, and CHA’s “Medicaid Makes It Possible” campaign. Staff from CHA discuss their favorite moments from Assembly 2018 in San Diego. Audio highlights from Assembly speakers Sr. Mary Jean Ryan, Martin Sheen, Jon Meacham and Steve Pemberton are featured. Topics include the impact each individual can have on the lives of others, the state of political discourse in the U.S., immigration, the value of empathy, leadership traits, and CHA’s “Medicaid Makes It Possible” campaign. health care, catholic, catholic health, healthcare, assembly false full 2 1 c8b09bf1-32d1-4858-9023-26b2ba4f096d Discussing the opioid epidemic and health care disrupters The first episode of "Catholic Health USA," focuses on the opioid epidemic and features two segments with Dr. Fred Rottnek, a professor and director of community medicine at Saint Louis University School of Medicine. Host Brian Reardon, CHA's vice president of communications and marketing, is joined by Mary Ann Steiner, the editor of Health Progress, and Clay O’Dell, the director of CHA member advocacy, in talking with Dr. Rottnek. In the third segment, Sr. Carol Keehan, DC, CHA's president and chief executive officer, and Dr. Rod Hochman, president and chief executive of Providence St. Joseph Health and chair of CHA's Board of Trustees, discuss health care disrupters.

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]]> Tue, 22 May 2018 14:25:00 +0000 nosterholt@chausa.org (Catholic Health Association) https://catholic-health-usa-podcast.simplecast.com/episodes/discussing-the-opioid-epidemic-and-c1f8d456 The first episode of "Catholic Health USA," focuses on the opioid epidemic and features two segments with Dr. Fred Rottnek, a professor and director of community medicine at Saint Louis University School of Medicine. Host Brian Reardon, CHA's vice president of communications and marketing, is joined by Mary Ann Steiner, the editor of Health Progress, and Clay O’Dell, the director of CHA member advocacy, in talking with Dr. Rottnek. In the third segment, Sr. Carol Keehan, DC, CHA's president and chief executive officer, and Dr. Rod Hochman, president and chief executive of Providence St. Joseph Health and chair of CHA's Board of Trustees, discuss health care disrupters.

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Learn more about The Catholic Health Association of the United States at www.chausa.org.

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