On this episode, Shanna and Nimeet are joined by Dr. Bryan White, general cardiologist at Adventist HealthCare Cardiac Associates, for an in‑depth conversation about how stress affects our heart health. From everyday pressures to long‑term chronic stress, they explore how these factors can increase cardiovascular risk and share practical, realistic ways to manage stress in a healthier way.

Tune in to hear Dr. White's expert insights on chronic stress and how it compares to other major heart disease risk factors, common symptoms of stress on the heart and simple, practical strategies to reduce stress and build healthier habits.

Learn more about Dr. Bryan White: AdventistHealthCare.com/doctors/profile/bryan-white/

Learn more about Adventist HealthCare’s heart and vascular services: TrustedHeartCare.com

To learn more about your personal risk for heart disease, visit AdventistHealthCare.com/LoveYourHeart

Schedule an appointment with Adventist HealthCare Cardia Associates by calling 301-670-3000.

Let us know what you would like to hear on the podcast! Send us an email at [email protected].

Producers: Allisson Sambataro, Meghan Loveless, Cooper Hoffman

On the episode, Dr. Patsy McNeil, system chief medical officer and executive vice president of Adventist HealthCare, welcomes Dr. Andrew Catanzaro, infectious disease physician with Adventist Medical Group, Charity Dorazio, chief information officer at Adventist HealthCare, and Joan Vincent, RN, vice president patient care services and chief nursing officer at Adventist HealthCare Shady Grove Medical Center, to discuss their experiences leading during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Through a therapeutic conversation, these four leaders speak to how they assisted Adventist HealthCare in navigating healthcare during the pandemic as well as how they managed their own health during the crisis.

The group also touches on other situations like navigating staffing in a time of crisis, cyber security attacks and how to navigate being a leader during a challenging time, without losing yourself.

Producers: Meghan Loveless, Allisson Sambataro, Cooper Hoffman

Shanna and guest host Tina are joined by Dan Cochran, president of Shady Grove Medical Center, and Todd Cohen, vice president of real estate and facilities, to talk about the new patient tower at Shady Grove. They share what this exciting addition means for the hospital, the community and the team members who bring care to life every day.

Tune in to hear Dan and Todd’s insights on the new tower and what patients can expect when they visit.

Learn more about Dan Cochran: AdventistHealthCare.com/about/leadership/daniel-cochran/

Learn more about Adventist HealthCare Shady Grove Medical Center and the new Horizon tower: AdventistSGMC.com

Let us know what you would like to hear on the podcast! Send us an email at [email protected].

Producers: Allisson Sambataro, Amanda Lester, Meghan Loveless

On this episode, Shanna and Nimeet welcome back Dr. Milan Patel, cardiologist at Adventist HealthCare Cardiac Associates, to break down the everyday habits that may harm our hearts more than we realize, and simple ways to make our routines more heart-healthy.

Tune in to hear from Dr. Patel breaks down how simple lifestyle changes can promote good heart health for years to come.

Learn more about Dr. Milan Patel: AdventistHealthCare.com/doctors/profile/milan-patel/

Learn more about Adventist HealthCare’s heart and vascular services: TrustedHeartCare.com

To learn more about your personal risk for heart disease, visit AdventistHealthCare.com/LoveYourHeart

Schedule an appointment with Adventist HealthCare Cardiac Associates by calling 301-670-3000.

Let us know what you’d like to hear on the podcast! Send us an email at [email protected].

Producers: Cooper Hoffman, Allisson Sambataro, Meghan Loveless

On this episode of "Charting with Dr. McNeil," Dr. Patsy McNeil explores the crucial topic of health equity with three Adventist HealthCare leaders:

• Dr. James Rost, vice president and chief medical officer at Adventist HealthCare White Oak Medical Center;
• Dr. Keith Fisher, vice president and chief medical officer at Adventist HealthCare Fort Washington Medical Center; and
• Marilyn Lynk, PhD, associate vice president for learning, leadership & organizational development and equity, diversity & inclusion.

Together, they unpack the realities of health disparities, the unique needs of Maryland communities and Adventist HealthCare’s commitment to ensuring every patient has the opportunity to achieve their healthiest life.

Shanna and Nimeet sit down with Dr. Milan Patel, cardiologist at Adventist HealthCare Cardiac Associates, for a conversation about heart health in the digital age. With fitness trackers becoming part of everyday life, they explore how these devices can support heart‑healthy habits, what data is actually useful and how to avoid getting lost in the numbers.

Tune in to hear Dr. Patel’s expert insights on accuracy, step goals and simple ways to use wearable technology to build healthier routines.

Learn more about Dr. Milan Patel: AdventistHealthCare.com/doctors/profile/milan-patel/

Learn more about Adventist HealthCare’s heart and vascular services: TrustedHeartCare.com

To learn more about your personal risk for heart disease, visit AdventistHealthCare.com/LoveYourHeart

Schedule an appointment with Adventist HealthCare Cardiac Associates by calling 301-670-3000.

Let us know what you would like to hear on the podcast! Send us an email at [email protected].

Producers: Allisson Sambataro, Meghan Loveless, Cooper Hoffman

In this episode, System Chief Medical Officer and Executive Vice President of Adventist HealthCare, Dr. Patsy McNeil, sits down with Dr. Kashif Firozvi, Medical Director of Cancer Services at Adventist HealthCare, to explore the newest technology available onsite at Adventist HealthCare – Next Generation Sequencing (NGS).

This genomic testing will be housed in an onsite lab at White Oak Cancer Center and serving patients there and Shady Grove Aquilino Cancer Center. This technology allows physicians to analyze the genetic makeup of a patient’s cancer quickly and accurately – leading to more personalized treatment, starting earlier.

Prior to bringing the testing in house, it could take anywhere from three to five weeks, now it will take about one week, cutting down on wait time for patients to receive treatment sooner.

Tune in to discover:

• Why NGS matters
• How bringing this technology in house improves patient care
• How gene analysis impacts selecting the best medication to target the cancer with fewer side effects

In this episode, Shanna and Nimeet revisit the goals they set in 2025 while sharing their progress meeting their health goals. Shanna and Nimeet also reflect on memorable moments from last year’s episodes before setting their own goals to focus on in 2026.

Let us know what you’d like to hear on the podcast! Send us an email at [email protected]

Producers: Cooper Hoffman, Allisson Sambataro & Meghan Loveless

Shanna and Nimeet dive into a conversation about the mental toll managing diabetes can have on a person. In this episode, our hosts are joined by Laura Previte, RN, diabetes nurse educator with Adventist HealthCare, and Mary Lynn Price, LCSW-C, social worker with the Outpatient Wellness Clinic at Adventist HealthCare Shady Grove Medical Center. Together they cover how a person can minimize some of the mental burden that can come with a diabetes diagnosis and management while providing resources for patients and caregivers - both with Adventist HealthCare and external resources.

To learn more about resources at Adventist HealthCare, visit AdventistHealthCare.com/Calendar/ and click the diabetes category.

Let us know what you would like to hear on the podcast! Send us an email at [email protected].

Producers: Meghan Loveless & Allisson Sambataro

Nimeet is joined by guest host Tina on this episode for a conversation with Dr. Nikki Tirada, a diagnostic radiologist and Director of Women’s Imaging at Adventist HealthCare. Together they dive into all things mammograms – from myths and misconceptions to what a patient can expect during the process. Tune in to hear expert insights and answers to common questions to help you feel confident and informed before your mammogram screening.

Watch Shanna's mammogram experience: https://bit.ly/42O7ooA

To learn more about your personal risk for breast cancer, visit AdventistHealthCare.com/TakeYourGirlsOut.

To learn more about Adventist HealthCare Imaging, visit AdventistImaging.com.

If you're due for your annual mammogram, don’t wait. Call 301-590-8999 for an appointment with Adventist HealthCare Imaging.

Let us know what you would like to hear on the podcast! Send us an email at [email protected].

Producers: Allisson Sambataro, Meghan Loveless